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The Fire in the Borgo (c. 1514–1517), painted by Raphael's workshop in the Vatican's Stanza dell'Incendio, commemorates Pope Leo IV's legendary extinguishing of a fire near St. Peter's Basilica in 847 CE through his blessing.
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Who actually painted The Fire in the Borgo—Raphael or his workshop?
The Fire in the Borgo was painted by Raphael's workshop around 1514–1517, though Raphael designed the composition. The fresco is located in the Vatican's Stanza dell'Incendio, a room decorated under Pope Leo X.
What historical event does The Fire in the Borgo depict?
The fresco commemorates Pope Leo IV's legendary extinguishing of a fire near St. Peter's Basilica in 847 CE. According to tradition, the pope appeared at a window and blessed the area, causing the fire to subside.
Where in the Vatican can you see The Fire in the Borgo?
The fresco is located in the Stanza dell'Incendio, one of the Raphael Rooms in the Vatican's Apostolic Palace. It was commissioned as part of the decoration of rooms used by Pope Leo X.
What years was The Fire in the Borgo painted?
The fresco dates from approximately 1514 to 1517, during the High Renaissance. It was created during Raphael's period of work in the Vatican under the patronage of Pope Leo X.
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