Audio and Written Experience
The construction of the organ began in 1558 under Francesco Fiorentino, while Paolo Veronese conceived the decoration of its doors. When closed, the organ doors display The Presentation of Jesus in the Temple, while their reverse—visible during use—shows the scene of The Pool of Bethesda.
The organ’s decoration is completed by the image of The Nativity on the balcony; on its sides appear, finally, Saint Jerome (left) and Blessed Pietro Gambacorta (right), the ideal and historical founders, respectively, of the Girolamini Order. Immediately following the organ decoration are the surrounding paintings extending to the lower nave walls, executed not in fresco but using an experimental technique of ‘fatty’ tempera intended to impart a canvas like sheen to the colors; yet Paolo’s innovative method caused their progressive decay, rendering the four Sibyls, eight Apostles, David, and Isaiah now barely legible, especially chromatically.
To the right of the organ stands the bust of Paolo Veronese, sculpted by the artist Matteo Colmeri. Beneath the bust lie the artist’s remains, as he chose to be buried within the Church of San Sebastiano itself.
Collection of 3D Models
Finally, you may browse through the full collection of the 3D models we have made for you of selected artworks from inside the church.
San Sebastiano Church – Venice by aallaq on Sketchfab
You have now finished your tour of the church! we hope you had spend a good time and we hope you’ve learn something new you didn’t know before. if you have questions or comments please leave a feedback on the website and let us know how your experience was!