Gesù Church

Baroque Jesuit church.

Overview

Gesù Church, using stone, is a 16th-century church in Rome, Italy.

Core Characteristics

• Ornate stone facade.
• Baroque interior, frescoes.
• Jesuit design.

Architectural Connections

• Historical: 16th century.
• Religious: Church.
• Baroque Architecture: Core movement.

Influence and Legacy

Model for Jesuit churches worldwide.

Related Concepts & Techniques

Stone Masonry (technique), Ornamentation (theory), Facade (element), Baroque (movement)