Mengoni Galleria di Milano, 1877, Milan Italy, Neoclassical, Baroque, Giuseppe Mengoni
Mengoni
Galleria di Milano
The Mengoni galleria Vittorio Emanuele was design in 1861 and built from 1865 to 1877 in Milan, Italy. Design my Giuseppe Mengoni, its purpose was meant to house a shopping center with a construction system of masonry with an iron and glass roof. It was the first of its kind actually to use of an iron and glass structure. It was also built to connect the squares of La Scala and II Duomo, as well represent the union of church and state, turning from a frivolous meeting place into a walkway between two squares, perfect for demonstrations, rallies, and debates.



Interior Columns: Composite Type
Exterior Columns: Korinthisch Type
The galleria is
shaped in a cruciform to connect these plazas. The main transept and the nave
go to a max of 640 feet from its north to south axis. This symbolic union from
the form of the structure does not stop there but continues on through the 164
foot octagonal dome, which the inlaid mosaic concourse and the painted
pendentives also represent the union of church and state.

The
gallery is of Neo-classical style, almost approaching Baroque.
Neo-Classical; Clean, elegant lines
Uncluttered appearance
Free standing columns
Massive buildings
Baroque
The Gallery shares both of these styles, from the outside one
can see its neo-classical roots, from the arches to the columns, but when one
enters they are taken aback by the intriguing details layered on the walls, and
even the windows. The change in color also plays a part in the realization of
movement through the building. From the outside the gallery, one can see the triumphant
arc which comes from Greek and Roman architecture. The square arc symbolizes a
grand ‘ayoo’ welcome for the arriving soldiers from war, so in some way it
gestures a grand welcome for arriving visitors. As one travels inside, there is no need for
artificial light in the time, due to the great iron and glass roof, which opens
up the inner spaces and allows for a more natural feeling. The circulation
drives visitors towards the center, where the most important things would be,
or here people come together to converse and trade ideas.
Another aspect to consider is how the gallery itself creates
its own atmosphere of the city. The form creates “blocks” and the walkways
serve as pedestrian streets. The glass roof strengthens this idea of openness
in an enclosed space.

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