The Creed (Ceiling fresco cycle)

1492–1494 Fresco Renaissance Pinturicchio Borgia Apartment

For Pope Alexander VI, Pinturicchio arrays apostles and prophets with banderoles that paraphrase the articles of the Creed. Gold-ground coffers, heraldic devices, and elegant figures create a learned yet courtly catechism overhead—doctrine presented as pageant.

Visiting Tips

Stand at center and rotate to follow the sequence of creed articles; ceiling mirrors help catch the gilding.

Why This Artwork Is Important

Early Renaissance fusion of doctrine, heraldry, and spectacle.
Key monument of Pinturicchio’s decorative storytelling for a papal court.

What to Look For

Banderoles bearing creed texts.
Borgia emblems (the bull) woven into the ornament.
Jewel-like color and gilded coffers.

Fun Fact

Pinturicchio’s team included miniaturists—hence the manuscript-like finish of the texts and borders.

Last Minute Offers

Find the cheapest last-minute offers to visit Borgia Apartment and see The Creed (Ceiling fresco cycle) with your own eyes!

Date	Tickets	Tours
22 Apr Wednesday	Buy for €39	Buy for €70
23 Apr Thursday	Buy for €34	Buy for €65
24 Apr Friday	Buy for €56	Buy for €75
27 Apr Monday	Buy for €72	Buy for €89
28 Apr Tuesday	Buy for €65	Buy for €77
29 Apr Wednesday	Buy for €65	Buy for €77