Villa Melzi
Building in Bellagio, Italy
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Villa Melzi (also known as Villa Melzi d'Eril) is a neoclasssical villa located in Bellagio on the shores of Lake Como, Italy.
| Villa Melzi | |
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 Villa Melzi in Bellagio | |
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| General information | |
| Architectural style | Neoclassical |
| Location | Bellagio, Italy |
| Coordinates | 45°58′44.72″N 9°15′11.48″E |
| Design and construction | |
| Architect | Giocondo Albertolli |
History
The villa was commissioned by Francesco Melzi d'Eril and designed in 1808 by Ticinese architect Giocondo Albertolli. Construction works were completed in 1810, although the interiors were not finished until 1813–1815.[1]
Description
The property is composed by the villa proper, a chapel, an orangerie, and sprawling gardens. The villa, located on the lake shore, features a neoclassical style and symmetric façades.
