Sansevero Chapel Museum & Veiled Christ Guided Tour
Naples
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Naples
Delve into the Chapel’s art, history and mysteries with expert insights from a historian.
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Join a guided tour of the Sansevero Chapel and Veiled Christ, led by an expert offering insights into its stunning art and history. Starting at Piazza San Domenico Maggiore, you'll explore the chapel's highlights, including its world-famous sculptures and mysterious anatomical exhibits.
Veiled Christ
The Veiled Christ sculpted by Giuseppe Sanmartino in 1753, is the chapel’s centerpiece, which depicts Christ covered by a delicate veil that looks shockingly real. The guide will share fascinating details about its creation, intricate craftsmanship, and the myths surrounding its lifelike appearance.
Sansevero Chapel
The Sansevero Chapel is a showcase of Rococo art and symbolism. Apart from the Veiled Christ, you’ll see other remarkable sculptures like Modesty and Disillusion. The tour also includes a look at the Anatomical Machines—two preserved skeletons with detailed circulatory systems. As you explore, your guide will reveal the stories of Prince Raimondo di Sangro of Sansevero, the visionary behind this extraordinary place.