Statue of Bartolomeo Colleoni
Monument Renaissance equestrian statue by Verrocchio in Venice
On Venice’s Campo Santi Giovanni e Paolo, Verrocchio’s 15th‑century equestrian statue of Bartolomeo Colleoni sits near the Scuola Grande-visited by those studying Renaissance sculpture and the Castello district.
The Statue of Bartolomeo Colleoni is a late 15th-century bronze equestrian monument by Andrea del Verrocchio commemorating the Venetian condottiero Bartolomeo Colleoni. The work is regarded as a major example of Renaissance bronze sculpture.
The statue depicts the rider and horse dynamically poised and is mounted on a tall red marble pedestal that elevates the figure above the surrounding square. Its powerful modelling and lively movement are typical of high Renaissance sculptural technique.
Commissioned after Colleoni’s death in the 15th century, the statue was executed to honor his military service to the Republic of Venice and to mark his legacy in the city. It has stood in its Campo location since installation and is a noted public monument.
The monument stands in Campo Santi Giovanni e Paolo, beside the Basilica of Santi Giovanni e Paolo in central Venice, and is easily visible from the adjacent square.
- Artist: Designed by Andrea del Verrocchio in the late 15th century as a bronze equestrian monument to the condottiero Bartolomeo Colleoni.
- Location: Sited on a high red marble pedestal in Campo Santi Giovanni e Paolo beside the basilica of the same name in Venice.
How to Get to Statue of Bartolomeo Colleoni #
The statue is in Venice near the Sestiere of San Marco/San Polo; the nearest vaporetto stops are Sacca Fisola or Sant’Angelo, depending on approach. From Piazzale Roma expect a 15-25 minute walk across bridges and alleys.
Tips for Visiting Statue of Bartolomeo Colleoni #
- Stand on the west side in late afternoon for the best side-lit view of the horse and rider's profile; the metalwork catches light dramatically.
- Read the 15th-century inscriptions on the plinth if visible-Colleoni insisted on documentary praise, and the statue's base preserves some of Venice's bureaucratic bluntness.
- Combine this with a visit to the nearby Scuola Grande della Misericordia for complementary Renaissance sculpture.
Best Time to Visit Statue of Bartolomeo Colleoni #
View the statue outside of mid-day crowds; spring and autumn give the best light and fewer tour groups.
Weather & Climate near Statue of Bartolomeo Colleoni #
Statue of Bartolomeo Colleoni's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 0°C to 28°C. Moderate rainfall (760 mm/year).
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (67 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 17°C. Moderate rainfall (76 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 28°C and lows of 19°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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August
August is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (66 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 15°C. Moderate rainfall (71 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 10°C. The wettest month with 88 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (58 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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