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Santa Maria del Popolo: Chigi Chapel: Habakkuk and the Angel

Chigi Chapel: Habakkuk and the Angel

The Chigi Chapel, designed by Raphael in 1513-16. On the right is the tomb of Agostino Chigi (d.1520), with a unique pyramidal design based on ancient Roman models. Bernini added the medallion after 1652. At the same time, he sculpted the celebrated Habakkuk and the Angel (left).

Credit: GFDL / www.fsf.org