section of san carlo alle quattro fontane, ca. 1730
the concave-convex facade of san carlo undulates in non-classic way. tall corinthian columns stand on plinths , bear main entablatures; these define main framework of 2 storeys , tripartite bay division. between columns, smaller columns entablatures weave behind main columns , in turn frame niches, windows, variety of sculptures main door, central oval aedicule of upper order , oval framed medallion borne aloft angels. medallion once contained 1677 fresco pietro giarguzzi of holy trinity. above main entrance, cherubim herms frame central figure of saint charles borromeo antonio raggi , either side statues of st. john of matha , st. felix of valois, founders of trinitarian order.
the plan , section show layout of cramped , difficult site; church on corner cloister next , both face onto via pia. monastic buildings straddle site, beyond borromini intended design garden.
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