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Sint-Carolus Borromeuskerk

Location Antwerpen Antwerpen Belgium

Constructed in: 1615

Typology: church / chapel

Architects: F. d'Aguilon P. Huyssens

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The "Sint-Carolus Borromeuskerk" in #Antwerpen is a prime example of Flemish Baroque architecture. Built 1615-1621 as the Jesuit church, designed by Jesuits François d'Aguilon and Pieter Huyssens, with strong influence from Rome's Il Gesù. Its dynamic facade features elaborate columns, volutes, sculptures, and symbolic decorations. Rubens contributed to design and art.

Sint-Carolus Borromeuskerk