Church of San Carlo ai Catinari

The Church of San Carlo ai Catinari, located in the Sant’Eustachio district of Rome, is a magnificent example of Baroque architecture. Built in the 17th century, the church is dedicated to San Carlo Borromeo and takes its name from the nearby Via dei Catinari, where the workshops of bucket producers were located. The facade of the church, designed by Rosato Rosati, is a masterpiece of Baroque elegance, with its Corinthian columns and statues of saints. The interior of the church is equally impressive, with a wide and bright central nave, flanked by richly decorated side chapels. Of particular interest is the main altar, decorated with a painting by Pietro da Cortona depicting San Carlo Borromeo in adoration of the Madonna. This painting is considered one of the masterpieces of Roman Baroque and an extraordinary example of the artistic mastery of the time. An interesting anecdote concerns the chapel of San Francesco Saverio, located inside the church. This chapel is decorated with frescoes by Baciccio depicting scenes from the life of the saint, and its construction was funded by the Jesuits in honor of their founder.