The de Mattis Palace, also known as Palazzo delle Pietre Pizzute (Palace of Pointed Stones) or Palazzo Patroni Griffi, is a 16th-century palace located in Corato (Bari), Italy.
Here's some interesting information about the Palazzo de Mattis:
History:
Built in 1579 by the Patroni Griffi family, the palace is a notable example of Renaissance architecture in Puglia. Its design was likely influenced by the Palazzo dei Diamanti in Ferrara, another Renaissance palace known for its diamond-pointed rustication.
Architecture:
- - The most striking feature of the Palazzo de Mattis is its facade.
- - The upper floor (piano nobile) is clad in diamond-pointed rustication (bugnato a punta di diamante), which gives the palace its nickname, "Palace of Pointed Stones."
- - The ground floor features a different style of rustication, rusticated ashlar masonry (bugnato rustico) with a decorative relief.
Current Status:
After a period of abandonment, the palace has recently been restored and is today private and in good condition.
The Palazzo de Mattis is considered an important cultural landmark in Corato and a testament to the artistic exchange between different regions of Italy during the Renaissance.
Palace of Pizzute Stones - De Mattis Palace - Palazzo Patroni Griff
Address: Via de Mattis, 4, 70033 Bari
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