The Former Church of the Assumption in Montesano sulla Marcellana is an imposing Greek-cross temple built in the 18th century at the behest of the noble Gerbasio family. The architecture of the building is a clear homage to Byzantine art, with a majestic and imposing structure.
Inside the church one can admire two marble sculptures of the noble patrons of the building, skillfully made by a hand probably close to the prestigious Neapolitan workshops of the 18th-century period, such as those of Matteo Bottiglieri or Giuseppe Sammartino.
The church façade, made of brick and freestone, is particularly interesting for its architectural details and the precision of its decorations. The Former Church of the Assumption represents an important historical and artistic landmark for the city, and a highly evocative place for anyone who wants to immerse themselves in the beauty of the art and architecture of the past.
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