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Luigi Rovelli
Luigi Rovelli (1850–1911) was an Italian architect, a key figure in the eclecticism movement in Liguria. Biography Luigi Rovelli was born in Monza on March 23, 1850. A student of Camillo Boito, he graduated from the Brera Academy. Following the career path of his uncle, Giuseppe Rovelli, who between 1860 and 1870 renovated the Villa Rossi Martini in Sestri Ponente, Villa Vivaldi Pasqua in Cornigliano, and the Villa Brignole Sale Duchessa di Galliera, Villa Duchessa di Galliera in Voltri. After moving to Liguria with his uncle, he quickly demonstrated his ability to meet the demands of the local nobility and bourgeoisie. In Arenzano, in 1885, he completely renovated the Villa Negrotto Cambiaso, altering its facades in a distinctly medieval style and adding several new structures and a new wall along the western pedestrian path via Vernazza. The building did not undergo any restoration until 2005, under the direction of architect Arcangelo Mazzella, who also restored the heral ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sanctuary Of Our Lady Of Montallegro
The Sanctuary of Our Lady of Montallegro (Italian: Santuario di Nostra Signora di Montallegro) is a major Marian sanctuary in the Province of Genoa, located on a hill (approx 612 meters above sea level) inland in Rapallo. It was built - along with the annex shelter for pilgrims - in 1558 thanks to the funds of the inhabitants. The current marble facade was built in 1896 by the Milanese architect Luigi Rovelli and opened with a solemn ceremony on June 21 of that year. Our Lady of Montallegro is the patroness of the city of Rapallo from 1739, when she was elected as the patron saint of the community rapallese, his Captaincy and the parishes of Santa Margherita Ligure. This recognition is reproduced on the municipal coat of arms showing from 28 November 1948 a letter "M" in the center of the two griffins below the royal crown. The hymn of Our Lady of Montallegro, entitled shines on high, was composed and set to music by teacher and priest Giovanni Battista Campodonico. The church Th ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
