Domenico della Rovere facts for kids
Quick facts for kids His Eminence Domenico della Rovere |
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| Cardinal-Priest of San Vitale (1478-79) San Clemente (1479-1501) |
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| Consecration | 1478 |
| Created Cardinal | 10 February 1478 |
| Rank | Cardinal-Priest |
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| Born | 1442 Vinovo |
| Died | 23 April 1501 Rome |
| Buried | Duomo di Torino, Turin |
| Nationality | Italian |
| Denomination | Roman Catholic |
Domenico della Rovere (born 1442 – died April 23, 1501) was an important Italian cardinal and a big supporter of the arts. He helped many artists and builders during his lifetime.
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Early Life and Church Career
Domenico della Rovere was born in 1442 in Vinovo, a town near Turin, Italy. Even though he wasn't related to Pope Sixtus IV, the Pope helped him a lot. Pope Sixtus IV hoped to connect his own family to Domenico's family, who were important counts in Vinovo.
In 1478, Domenico became a bishop, taking over from his brother, Cristoforo. In the same year, Pope Sixtus IV made him a cardinal. He was first given the title of Cardinal of San Vitale, but later changed it to San Clemente. He also became the bishop of Montefiascone and Corneto, titles he held until he died.
Moving to Turin
In 1482, Domenico was briefly in charge of the diocese of Geneva. Just five days later, he was moved to the diocese of Turin. He kept this important position for the rest of his life.
Life in Rome and Building Projects
After Pope Sixtus IV died in 1484, Domenico went to Rome to help choose the next Pope. Pope Innocent VIII was elected. Domenico stayed in Rome for most of his life after that. He left the daily work of the Turin diocese to others, including his nephew.
Supporting the Arts
Domenico della Rovere used his wealth to support many building projects. In Piedmont, a region in Italy, he helped fund a church in Saluzzo. He also paid for the rebuilding of the Turin Cathedral, which is a very famous church. He even built a new castle in Vinovo to be his home.
In Rome, he started building a grand palace in 1480. This palace is now called the Palazzo dei Penitenzieri. He hired a famous artist named Pinturicchio to decorate it. Pinturicchio painted amazing frescoes, including the "Semi-Gods Ceiling," inside the palace.
Last Years and Legacy
Domenico della Rovere died in Rome on April 22, 1501. He wrote his will on the same day, leaving money to continue the building work on the cathedral of S. Margherita in Montefiascone. He is buried in the Turin Cathedral. His support for art and architecture left a lasting mark on Italy.
