Bartolomeo Bianco facts for kids
Bartolomeo Bianco (born in 1590 – died in 1657) was a talented Italian architect. He lived during a time called the early Baroque period, which was a style of art and building known for being grand and dramatic.
Bartolomeo Bianco: Master Architect
Bartolomeo Bianco was born in a city called Como in Italy. He later moved to Genoa, where his father also worked as an architect. Bartolomeo followed in his father's footsteps and became a very important designer of buildings.
His Amazing Buildings
Bartolomeo Bianco designed many beautiful palaces in Genoa. These grand buildings are still admired today. Some of his most famous works include:
- The main building of the University of Genoa. This is a very important place for learning.
- The Palazzo Balbi in a town called Campomorone. A palazzo is a large, fancy house or palace.
- The Palazzo Rocca in Chiavari. This building shows off his amazing design skills.
A Sad End
Sadly, Bartolomeo Bianco passed away in 1657. This was during a terrible two-year outbreak of the plague. This sickness was very serious and caused the population of Genoa to be cut in half.
See also
- Luigi Baccio del Bianco (another artist and architect who lived around the same time)
