Pauline (Borghese) Chapel Frescoes Self-researched

The Pauline or Borghese Chapel was commissioned by Pope Paul V and designed by Flaminio Ponzio. The lavish interior features frescoes by multiple artists: Giuseppe Cesari painted the dome panels and lunette above the altar; Cigoli painted the Virgin and apostles in the dome; and Guido Reni painted the side arches including powerful depictions of St. Dominic and St. Francis. The chapel houses the Salus Populi Romani icon and the tombs of Popes Clement VIII and Paul V. Pietro Bernini contributed dynamic sculptures framing the altar.