Born: 13 February 1599 · Died: 22 May 1667 · Age at death: 68
How old was Alexander VII when he died?
Alexander VII died aged 68. He was born on 13 February 1599 and died on 22 May 1667.
Pope and patron of the arts during the Baroque period
Did you know?He commissioned Gian Lorenzo Bernini to design the iconic colonnades that surround St Peter's Square in Rome.
Quick facts
Date of birth13 February 1599
Date of death22 May 1667
Age at death68
NationalityItalian
BirthplaceSiena, Italy
OccupationCatholic priest, Catholic bishop
Editor's Take:
Fabio Chigi came from a famous banking family in Siena. As a diplomat he saw the talks that ended the Thirty Years' War. As pope he reshaped Rome with Bernini's help. The great curved colonnade around St Peter's Square dates from his reign. He also improved streets and squares across the city. He welcomed the newly Catholic Christina of Sweden. His family palace still stands near the Trevi Fountain.
Key Milestones
1655: Elected pope
1656: Begins St Peter's colonnade
1666: Unveils the Chair of St Peter
Pope Alexander VII (Italian: Alessandro VII; 13 February 1599 – 22 May 1667), born Fabio Chigi, was head of the Catholic Church and ruler of the Papal States from 7 April 1655 to his death, in May 1667. He began his career as a vice-papal legate, and he held various diplomatic positions in the Holy See.
Alexander VII's birthday is February 13. He was born on February 13, 1599 in Siena, Italy.
How old was Alexander VII when he died?
Alexander VII died on May 22, 1667, aged 68.
Who shares a birthday with Alexander VII?
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