Sansevero Chapel Virtual Tour: Art and Alchemy in Baroque Naples
Discover the mysterious world of the Sansevero prince and a fascinating tale of art and alchemy in Baroque Naples
Sansevero Chapel Virtual Tour: Art and Alchemy in Baroque Naples
duration 1.5 hours
Tour Overview
The Veiled Christ of the Sansevero Chapel is one of the most fascinating and mysterious works that can be seen in Naples and in Italy. It is said that the marble veil on the body of Christ is actually a fabric veil, transformed into rock thanks to a special liquid invented by the sinister Prince of Sansevero, an illustrious alchemist. Many, however, argue that the surprising effect is all the result of the talent of Giuseppe Sanmartino, the sculptor who created the veiled Christ. The discovery of a secret room and some macabre works, visible in the Sansevero Chapel, helped to give the Prince and the veiled Christ an aura of mystery. The Chapel is worth a visit not only for Christ but also for the other works present in this little gem hidden in the alleys of Naples: a place rich in esoteric and religious symbols. Join Andrea on this fascinating virtual journey into the mysterious world of one of the most fascinating figures in the history of Naples today!
If the day of the week or start time of this group tour doesn't work for you, please email us at office@througheternity.com to arrange a suitable alternative date.
Tour includes:
- Live broadcast from Naples
- Immersive webinar with local guide Andrea
- In-depth exploration of the Sansevero Chapel
- Have your questions answered by Andrea
Highlights:
- The Sansevero Chapel
- The Veiled Christ
- The Anatomical Machines
- Learn about the fascinating world of early-modern alchemy
Tour Description
Meet your guide: Andrea
Hi I’m Andrea! A native of Naples, I’ve lived in the Campania region of Italy all my life, and I have a deep love for its art, archeology, music, architecture, cuisine, natural beauty and - of course - its people. I have shared this world with many, many visitors over the years,showcasing the vast range of this wonderful place. When I was 14 years old I started working as an actor in theatres, and this plays a central role in how I communicate on my tours today - I always try to put something theatrical into everything I do :-)
What Exactly is a Through Eternity Virtual Tour?
The world of travel might be on hold right now, but just because we're all staying at home to help the world overcome a common enemy doesn't mean we have to put our wanderlust on the back burner. Frustrated with not being able to get our travel fix, we decided to transform our award-winning tours into immersive virtual experiences, meaning you can still explore Italy’s spectacular archaeological sites and jaw-dropping museums from the comfort of your own home.
As a sign of our gratitude to those who are on the front line fighting the Coronavirus, we would be more than happy to invite all first responders, health workers and NHS workers to join our Virtual Tours for free. Please message our office staff directly!
* Please note that the booking times are in US Eastern Standard Time and Rome, Italy CET is 6 hours ahead *
Fun and informative, our virtual tours take the form of online real-time presentations led by our expert guides. Combining videos, high-definition photos and more, our guides will be sharing their wealth of knowledge and experience with you on these interactive walkthroughs of Italy’s most fascinating sites. The live format of our virtual tours means you’ll be able to ask your guide anything you wish, just like on a normal tour. We really believe it's the next best thing to being here!
Please note that the proceeds from our online tours go directly to our guides, providing them with a valuable lifeline in these tough times for the world of travel. Thank you for your support!
Tour Reviews
5.0 (7 reviews)
Somehow I had not known about this chapel when I physically visited Naples, but was very intrigued by it when I took Andrea's Through Eternity virtual tour of Naples earlier this year and he spent a few minutes on it. I had somehow missed until recently that he had started doing a specialized virtual tour just on the chapel, so I was very pleased to discover this tour was available, and the tour exceeded my expectations. The sculptures are stunning, the hidden layers of meaning are so thick and rich, and usually photos are not allowed so it is a rare treat to see photos of it. I highly recommend this tour.
It was a wonderful experience! I have been to the Capella Sansevero many times but I learned so much more about it from my virtual tour with Andrea Fiorillo. He is a very good tour guide, he has so much information and gives it in a very interesting way. I plan to do many more virtual tours.
