Palazzo De Marini Croce is an Italian historic building located in piazza De Marini 1, in the Molo quarter, in the old town of Genova. It was one of the 42 Palazzi dei Rolli selected to host guests of high rank for the Genovese Republic during state visits. The building is part of the Patrimonio dell'umanità.
Built in the second half of the 16th century by the De Marini family on the site of medieval remains, the palace features a monumental staircase with three orders of loggias surrounding an internal courtyard. A marble portal with allegories of peace, created by Gian Giacomo della Porta, marks the entrance. The interior contains frescoes by Giacomo Antonio Boni and Agostino Ratti.
The building's modern appearance is the result of a radical renovation in the 18th century by the Negrone family, during which much of the medieval-style basement was transformed. After being sold to Andrea Croce in 1830, the loggia overlooking the courtyard was closed, only to be reopened after the war. Today, the palace is used for offices and apartments.
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Written by Nicolo Ciampini
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