In the context of the origin and evolution of the two Mendicant Orders, this book traces the history of thirteenth-century Dominican and Franciscan foundations, focusing on their location in Rome, the history of each site, their architecture, and the medieval works of art connected with them.
Dominicans and Franciscans in medieval Rome
Dominican architecture--Italy--Rome--History
Franciscan architecture--Italy--Rome--History
Monasticism and religious orders--Italy--Rome--History--Middle Ages, 600-1500
Dominican art (Order of Saint Dominic)--Italy--Rome--History