Palace Cipiko
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Tucson18,350 contributions
Jul 2022
Entry was not available the day we visited and there is no schedule posted regarding access hours. However, it has very striking architectural elements which set it apart from its neighbors. There is an info plaque on the wall giving a brief history of its significance.
The Cipiko family were prominent Venetian aristocrats in about the 15th century.
The Cipiko family were prominent Venetian aristocrats in about the 15th century.
Written October 24, 2022
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macedonboy
Glasgow, UK179,494 contributions
May 2023
This building is the former palace of the Chipiko family. First built in the 13th century, the building has acquired an architectural mix of Romanesque, Gothic and Renaissance styling. The building consists of a large and a small palace. On the front there is an inscription "Nosce te ipsum" which means "Know yourself". Apart from the architecture, an interesting feature of the facade is the Gothic triforium above the balcony.
The upper levels appears to be private residence, the stairs had a locked barrier. The lower level has a small courtyard, which also seems to be part of adjacent shops.
The upper levels appears to be private residence, the stairs had a locked barrier. The lower level has a small courtyard, which also seems to be part of adjacent shops.
Written May 31, 2023
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Graham S
Tewantin, Australia4,416 contributions
Sep 2019
Having been in Venice only 3 weeks earlier, the appearance could be straight out of the Grand Canal or neighboring areas.
Dated to 1457, this Grand Palace's architecture is quite unique to Trogir, but given the maritime dominance of the Venetian Empire, perhaps not surprising.
I was captivated by the Cathedral opposite in the square, & its magnificently intricate arched doorway.
You look around, there is Palace Cipiko & again it presents with a terrific photo opportunity - so I had a bit of fun with my photos - hope you enjoy!
Dated to 1457, this Grand Palace's architecture is quite unique to Trogir, but given the maritime dominance of the Venetian Empire, perhaps not surprising.
I was captivated by the Cathedral opposite in the square, & its magnificently intricate arched doorway.
You look around, there is Palace Cipiko & again it presents with a terrific photo opportunity - so I had a bit of fun with my photos - hope you enjoy!
Written December 14, 2019
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Izabela S
Krakow, Poland683 contributions
May 2019 • Friends
Sprawdziło się to o czym czytałam - elewacje są odnowione natomiast środek woła o pomoc - odrapane klatki schodowe, grzyb. Smutne to wyjątkowo.
Zbudowany w 1457 r. dla rodziny Cipiko, która wówczas była najbogatsza w mieście. Między łukami fasady pałacu znajdują się figury przedstawiające anioły. Dwa z nich trzymają herb rodziny. Na parterze pałacu wisi rzeźba koguta. Jest to trofeum wojenne pochodzące z tureckiego okrętu. (źródło Internet)
The two Cipicco/Ćipiko Palaces, the large and the small one, were created by connecting Romanesque buildings. In the front of the large palace, there is a Gothic triphora, a work of art of Andrea Alessi, and the doors quarried by Ivan Duknović. The Southern portal was made by Niccolò Fiorentino. On the lintel, there are quarried angels wearing leaves with the inscription that in translation means Know thyself. In the small palace, there is a yard with an external stairway and the door of Niccolò Fiorentino as well as a relief with the figure of Alviz Cipiko.
Alviz was a supracomite of the Trogir galleon that, with the name of Woman, participated in the Battle of Lepanto in 1571. According to the tradition, Alviz Cipiko captured and drowned the Turkish ship Rooster under the command of Captain Ali. The figure at the front of the ship, Rooster, held by a firm hand, was brought to Trogir as a war trophy and exhibited in the atrium of Cipiko’s palace, at the place where today there is a cast, while the original is in the permanent exhibition of the Museum of the City of Trogir.
In the library of the Cipiko family, a fragment of the Supper of Trimalchio from the novel Satirikon by Petronius Arbiter was found (nowadays in Paris). The palace nowadays has room for the Folk music of Trogir and the Josip Hatze Music School - DO Trogir. (źródło Internet)
Zbudowany w 1457 r. dla rodziny Cipiko, która wówczas była najbogatsza w mieście. Między łukami fasady pałacu znajdują się figury przedstawiające anioły. Dwa z nich trzymają herb rodziny. Na parterze pałacu wisi rzeźba koguta. Jest to trofeum wojenne pochodzące z tureckiego okrętu. (źródło Internet)
The two Cipicco/Ćipiko Palaces, the large and the small one, were created by connecting Romanesque buildings. In the front of the large palace, there is a Gothic triphora, a work of art of Andrea Alessi, and the doors quarried by Ivan Duknović. The Southern portal was made by Niccolò Fiorentino. On the lintel, there are quarried angels wearing leaves with the inscription that in translation means Know thyself. In the small palace, there is a yard with an external stairway and the door of Niccolò Fiorentino as well as a relief with the figure of Alviz Cipiko.
Alviz was a supracomite of the Trogir galleon that, with the name of Woman, participated in the Battle of Lepanto in 1571. According to the tradition, Alviz Cipiko captured and drowned the Turkish ship Rooster under the command of Captain Ali. The figure at the front of the ship, Rooster, held by a firm hand, was brought to Trogir as a war trophy and exhibited in the atrium of Cipiko’s palace, at the place where today there is a cast, while the original is in the permanent exhibition of the Museum of the City of Trogir.
In the library of the Cipiko family, a fragment of the Supper of Trimalchio from the novel Satirikon by Petronius Arbiter was found (nowadays in Paris). The palace nowadays has room for the Folk music of Trogir and the Josip Hatze Music School - DO Trogir. (źródło Internet)
Written June 8, 2019
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Ana
Moscow, Russia371 contributions
Nov 2016 • Couples
This is one of the two palaces of the wealthy Cipiko Family. The large Cipiko palace in front of St. Lawrence Cathedral was the home of this prominent family, during the 15th century. You can make a stop to admire the intricately carved Gothic three-mullion windows on the facade. Also, at the main entrance there is a nice and large carved wooden statue of a rooster, taken from the prow of a Turkish ship following a decisive battle, in which Turkey was defeated and one of the Cipiko family members, a captain from Trogir, was involved. Besides, it has interesting family coats of arms and another pretty details. This Romanesque building was remodeled in the early renaissance and in the late renaissance. Today it's used by the Music School, and it's partially privately owned. Worth a quick visit.
Written February 3, 2017
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Dinko P
Zagreb, Croatia862 contributions
Aug 2014 • Family
Yes, this is the real palace on the main square and one of many buildings in the old town of Trogir that has a huge architectural value. This palace was built in XIII century and has an old and a new building.
Written November 29, 2014
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Greg
Cambridge, UK5,209 contributions
Aug 2019 • Couples
This picturesque building dates back to 1457 and can be found opposite the Cathedral and by Trogir’s main square. The carvings exhibit terrific detail and is very popular with many tourists taking photographs. Much of the palace is closed off to the public but the exterior facade was enough for us to appreciate. An informative plaque is found outside.
Written August 13, 2019
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Carol A S
Marietta, GA4,202 contributions
Oct 2018 • Friends
The tall and narrow Cipiko Palace (15th century) faces St. Lawrence Cathedral and the council chamber on Trogir's main square. During the 15th century, Cipiko Palace was the residence of Trogir's most prominent Cipiko family. Through wealth and strategic marriages, Petar and Koriolan Cipiko (father and son) acquired two palaces, occupying the whole western side of the main square. Cipiko wealth, power and connections gave the family great influence in the town's affairs. The palace facade features an intricately carved Gothic triforium (by Andrija Aleši) encasing its upper windows. These three-mullion windows were added in the mid-17th century after the palace complex had been divided between two Cipiko brothers and restored from damage when the Venetian militia used the palaces as a barracks during the Cyprus War. The southern palace portal features medallions of angels by Niccolo (~1470) bearing Koriolan's motto "Nosce te Ipsum" (Know thyself). The northern portal, opposite the cathedral, is by Ivan Duknović, with a gracefully pediment over the door. The palace is not open to the public and is used by the Music School, municipal departments, and part is privately owned. The nearby main square offers restaurants, cafes, ice cream, souvenirs, and shops and is a bustling place almost any time of the day. The square is open to the public at all times, with no entrance fee. The palace and the square are beautifully lit at night.
Written January 23, 2019
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Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina37,847 contributions
Sep 2016 • Solo
Just opposite the Cathedral is the palace of Trogir noble family Cipiko. Its largest part originated in the 13th century, and it represents a beautiful example of Venetian gothic architecture
Written August 5, 2017
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nibc28
Phoenix, AZ61 contributions
Aug 2017 • Couples
Walking around the center is stunning. You can walk and take pictures all day. Its worth it to come to trogir at least for a half a day.
Written August 3, 2017
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