Tomb of Pope Alexander VII

Tomb of Pope Alexander VII
ArtistGian Lorenzo Bernini
Year1671-1678 (1671-1678)
Catalogue77
TypeSculpture
MediumMarble
SubjectPope Alexander VII
DimensionsOver life-size
LocationSt. Peter's Basilica, Vatican City
Coordinates41°54′8″N 12°27′12″E / 41.90222°N 12.45333°E / 41.90222; 12.45333
Preceded byBlessed Ludovica Albertoni
Followed byStatue of Pope Clement X

The Tomb of Pope Alexander VII is a sculptural monument designed and partially executed by the Italian artist Gian Lorenzo Bernini. It is located in the south transept of St. Peter's Basilica in the Vatican City. The piece was commissioned by Pope Alexander VII himself. However, construction of the monument did not start until 1671 and was completed in 1678, eleven years after the Pope's death.[1] At the age of 81, this would be Bernini's last major sculptural commission before his death in 1680.

  1. ^ Mormando, Bernini, 199.