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Casa Caccianemici
The left side of this façade to Casa Caccianemici dates to the 15th century. This little marble plaque at the foot of an arch explains that the post-office building directly opposite was where St Catherine de Vigri was born. The house was subsequently knocked down to make way for the post office in the early 1400s.
The right hand side of Casa Caccianemici actually dates to the 13th century. The differences here are quite easily noticed from the porticoes and petite bifora windows. On either end are small balconies, one made from wood while the other on the left side has a stone floor. And just under the wooden eaves are colourful decorations.
The front door has been carfully restored reflecting a strong characteristic of this past wealthy resisdence.
Inside the entrance are a few remnants of sculptured stone literally stuck on the wall like a painting. They are probably from restoration work carried out on the building and serve a little reminder of its ancient heritage. This building belonged to the Caccianemici family who were related to Pope Lucio II in 1144. Another family member Venedico, was imortalised in Dante’s Inferno.
On the first floor is a painting of the Madonna and Child. It’s not indicated who completed it although it’s faded, rough appearance does reveal some hint to its age.
On the way out again is the front door here which still retains the original security system, illustrated by a series of long chains and heavy mechanical bars, long since been put of use.
At the back of the building is this Passipoveri Tower. Apparently it’s home to an 18th century staircase and a sculpture by Antonio Schiassi dating to 1768 commissioned by the Turrini family.
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