The Chapel of the Taja in the former Barabesi Palace is located in the historic center of Siena. The chapel was originally a place of private devotion for the Taja family. The Taja family moved from Lombardy to Siena after 1530 and acquired the palace as their residence. Over time, the family grew wealthy through commercial activities and became one of the most important in the city. The chapel was built by the will of Giulio del Taja. It was decorated with frescoes, white stuccoes, paintings, and monochromes on canvas. Above the altar, the stucco depicting the Madonna at the moment of the Assumption under the group of apostles is still visible today. Originally, a small window at the top illuminated the walls and reliefs, accentuating the theatrical effect. The walls feature eight stucco frames depicting the most venerated saints and blessed Sienese figures. Today, the Chapel is visitable and open to the public by reservation.