Rastrelli (surname)

Rastrelli is an Italian surname. The most prominent individuals bearing this name were architects, particularly active in Russia during the 18th century.

• Bartolomeo Rastrelli (1700-1771): Also known as Francesco Bartolomeo Rastrelli, he was an Italian architect who worked primarily in Russia. He developed an easily recognizable style of Late Baroque, sometimes referred to as Rastrelliesque Baroque, known for its opulence, scale, and elaborate ornamentation. He served as the chief architect of the Russian Imperial Court during the reigns of Empress Anna and Empress Elizabeth. His major works include the Winter Palace, the Catherine Palace (Tsarskoye Selo), Peterhof Palace (Grand Palace), and the Smolny Convent in Saint Petersburg.

• Bartolomeo Carlo Rastrelli (1675-1744): Father of Francesco Bartolomeo Rastrelli, he was an Italian sculptor and architect who moved to Russia in 1716. He worked on various projects for Peter the Great, including designs for fountains and monuments. He is known for the bronze bust of Peter the Great.