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Carrara Marble Gothic Rosette
The Gothic rose window is the focal point of San Pietro church's façade in Corniglia. Crafted from white Carrara marble in 1351, it features elaborate inlaid decoration and was carved by the Campionese masters Matteo and Pietro da Campilio. This striking architectural detail dominates the centre of the church front and remains one of the most impressive elements to see when you visit this charming Cinque Terre village.
Lunette of the Portal with Medieval Sculptures
The lunette above the portal of the Church of San Pietro in Corniglia contains three notable marble sculptures from the medieval period. The ensemble features a figure of Saint Peter, a kneeling devout patron, and a 14th-century stone tablet. These pieces rank among the most distinctive artistic elements you'll see on the church's Gothic façade, offering genuine insight into medieval craftsmanship and religious patronage in this seaside village.
12th-century Baptismal Font
The 12th-century marble baptismal font stands as one of the finest features inside San Pietro church in Corniglia. Remarkably ancient, this font actually predates the Gothic church itself, which was built in 1334. What you see is a rare survivor from centuries earlier, making it an exceptional piece of ecclesiastical heritage to visit whilst exploring this Cinque Terre settlement.
Polyptych of the Right Nave Altar
This polyptych sits at the base of the altar in the right-hand nave of San Pietro church in Corniglia. It ranks among the most significant artworks within the church's interior, deserving close attention from visitors interested in religious art and Renaissance craftsmanship. The work demonstrates the artistic heritage that characterises this small Ligurian village.
Trento Longaretti Stained Glass Windows
The two polychromatic stained-glass windows in the Church of San Pietro are the work of Bergamo-born master craftsman Trento Longaretti, who maintained his studio in Corniglia and regarded Cinque Terre as one of the world's most beautiful places. Created in 2002, these windows represent one of his significant contributions of sacred art to the community he called home.
Remains of the 11th Century Chapel
On the north side of San Pietro church, you can see remains of an 11th-century chapel, structurally incorporated into the Gothic building erected in 1334. These visible remnants on the left exterior of the church represent the oldest physical evidence of religious settlement in Corniglia. What to see here offers a fascinating glimpse into the village's medieval past, with the earlier chapel's stones forming part of the later ecclesiastical structure.
Octagonal Bell Tower
The octagonal bell tower of the church of San Pietro rises beside the main building, crowned by a distinctive tapering spire. Its eight-sided design completes the visual composition of Corniglia's parish church, serving as a striking architectural focal point that frames the ensemble when viewed from the piazza.
- 1.Carrara Marble Gothic Rosette
- 2.Lunette of the Portal with Medieval Sculptures
- 3.12th-century Baptismal Font
- 4.Polyptych of the Right Nave Altar
- 5.Trento Longaretti Stained Glass Windows
- 6.Remains of the 11th Century Chapel
- 7.Octagonal Bell Tower
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