Asam Church, Munich

[1] The church was not commissioned, but built as a private chapel for the greater glory of God and the salvation of the builders.

The indirect lighting in the choir area is especially well done: hidden behind the cornice window, the Trinity figures are illuminated effectively from behind.

The lowermost portion of the benches, for church visitors, is kept relatively dark; its design symbolizes the suffering of the world.

The uppermost portion of the indirect and hidden illuminated ceiling painting is dedicated to God and eternity.

[1] The ceiling fresco "Life of Saint Nepomuk" is considered a masterpiece of Cosmas Damian Asam.

Previously, the brothers Asam had studied in Italy at the Accademia di San Luca, under Lorenzo Bernini.

Compared to other more strictly patterned Baroque churches, the Asamkirche shows some peculiarities due to its status as a private chapel.