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noelp281
This sanctuary has a magnificent dome perhaps the biggest in Bologna. Also in this church one can see 'The Lament over the Dead Christ' by Nicolo' dell'Arca which in my opinion is fabuluos. We also liked the museum and the baroque oratory where we could admire the sculptures by Alfonso Lombardi-;The funerals of Our Lady'.
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Viridiana2012
In the Church you can find the "Compianto" by Niccolò dell'Arca. It's an incredible group of statues, you must see it, it's pretty unique
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mrai_1
Do spend 15 minutes inside when you walk across. The 'Compianto sul Cristo morto' is worth much more than that.
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foodiewinee
I wish I could shrink this church and bring it home with me so that every Sunday I could sit in a different place and just look at all the amazing side altars, wall paintings and carvings. I sat in church this morning looking at blank white walls and wished I was there.
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ct625
I had a few hours to wander Bologna one afternoon and came upon this church. Like almost all churches in Italy, this one is no exception as the art is incredible however, one unique item inside is the set of sculptures by Niccola Dell'Arca. The sculptures represent various persons who are around Jesus after taken down from the cross, Mary, Mary Magdalene, John and others.One of the brochures or plaques mentioned the expressions of pain and grief were likely influenced by the patients of the hospital run by the church. It always amazes me that although paintings and statues were created several hundred years ago, the emotions and features look like they could be on the faces of those living today.
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skiola
There is a beautiful terracotta piece in this church 'Compianto sul Cristo morto' by Niccolò dell'Arca. It is a beautiful piece with unbelievably detailed expression from the people seeing the death of the Christ. There is another piece by dell'Arca on the second floor of the connected building. Don't miss it!
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grangrimorio
This is the church hosting the famous "Compianto" by Niccolo Dell'Arca which is one of the most beautiful piece of art I have ever seen. Upstairs there is another Compianto located in a chapel with other beautiful paintings. A must see in Bologna.
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MichelleB769
Followed my guide book and found this little treasure, you can easily miss it on the Via in such an unassuming looking church among the hustle and bustle.Wasn't sure I was in the right place, until I turned right at the top of the church, and there was the most evocative sculpture I think I have seen. The movement and emotion sketched on the Three Marys is heart rending. A must see.
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gloryb2god
See some of Michaelangelo's early work in a beautiful baroque church. Be sure to put your donation of .20 euros (cents) in the donation box before entering or taking pictures. We saw many people get called out and chastised for not donating first.
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Taffoolie
Amazing, nice , peaceful, beautiful...alll at the same time. Nice paintings, rich architecture. Can spend hours here