Andrea Palladio

Master Renaissance architect whose villas defined the Palladian style.

Chronology: 1508-11-30 – 1580-08-19

Origins & Early Life

Andrea Palladio ( pə-LAH-dee-oh; Italian: [anˈdrɛːa palˈlaːdjo]; Venetian: Andrea Paładio; Padova, 30 November 1508 – 19 August 1580) was an Italian Renaissance architect active in the Venetian Republic. Palladio, influenced by Roman and Greek architecture, primarily Vitruvius, is widely considered to be one of the most influential individuals in the history of architecture. While he designed churches and palaces, he was best known for country houses and villas. His teachings, summarized in the architectural treatise, The Four Books of Architecture, gained him wide recognition.

Pivotal Works & Achievements

The city of Vicenza, with its 23 buildings designed by Palladio, and his 24 villas in the Veneto are listed by UNESCO as part of a World Heritage Site named City of Vicenza and the Palladian Villas of the Veneto. The churches of Palladio are to be found within the "Venice and its Lagoon" UNESCO World Heritage Site. == Biography and major works == Palladio was born on 30 November 1508 in Padua and was given the name Andrea di Pietro della Gondola (Venetian: Andrea de Piero de ła Gondoła). His father, Pietro, called "della Gondola", was a miller. From an early age, Andrea Palladio was introduced to the work of...

Enduring Legacy & Impact

The historical impact and works continue to influence the modern world.

Source: Wikipedia