Category Archives: People

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Manzioni’s Terracotta

Posted on October 12, 2026 by Art for Housewives

“The Betrothed” (“I promessi sposi”) by Alessandro Manzoni is the hero of Italian literature. Set in 1628 when Milan was under Spanish Hapsburg rule, it’s a love story describing the struggles that Lucia and Renzo must go thru just to … Continue reading →

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Dolly’s Fortress

Posted on August 29, 2026 by Art for Housewives

We are living in the Age of Dehumanization where respect for one’s dignity and integrity has been obliterated. It’s a world that has become hostile and alienating leaving many of us feeling overwhelmed and impotent. So what can we do? … Continue reading →

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Gadda’s Mess part II

Posted on January 27, 2026 by Art for Housewives

Part II of Gadda’s Mess How did Mussolini’s fascist regime influence one’s sense of self? And did Gadda ever earn his own approval? Sometimes we are so worried about what others think that we neglect our own thoughts. In 1968, … Continue reading →

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Cin cin Brin

Posted on May 12, 2024 by Art for Housewives

for Pina Today I wanted to glow and make my life photogenic. So I bounced to the bar at my neighborhood park for an aperitif. Since I was alone, I took a book. You know, an old woman drinking Campari … Continue reading →

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Frida & Miyako Ishiuchi

Posted on February 13, 2024 by Art for Housewives

For JOY who brings joy! This post originally appeared on my blog Frida Kahlo Wears Huipiles that’s now dormant. Before I close Frida down completely, I will be sharing parts of the blog here. Japanese artist Miyako Ishiuchi takes photographs … Continue reading →

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