Tag: Bernini’s Persphone and Pluto
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Marble & Myth in the Borghese Gallery
July 31, 2025 Borghese Gallery, in the north of Rome.A former vineyard and Cardinal’s home.The Borghese dynasty, power and wealth bestowing. Buzzing cicadas dominate our garden walk.Dodging bicycles and scooters as we talk,as we make our way to the famous museum. Marcus Curtius leaping into a gaping hole.In Roman myth, Curtius saved their souls.Courageous man…