Category Archives: Rome/Italy

The Copyists

Posted on December 4, 2023 by Art for Housewives

In 1776, the Declaration of Independence was signed proclaiming the emancipation of the 13 American colonies from Great Britain. But political independence does not automatically presume a cultural one. America was indeed the land of plenty thus providing the opportunity … Continue reading →

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Marcus Aurelius writes to himself

Posted on June 11, 2023 by Art for Housewives

These past two years have been a difficult chapter in my life. But now I’m writing a new one and looking for inspiration. Many people, upon reaching a certain age, begin reflecting on their life and, subsequently, make an inventory … Continue reading →

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Marcus Aurelius (121 AD – 180 AD)

Posted on May 23, 2023 by Art for Housewives

In the center of Piazza del Campidoglio in Rome, there’s a statue of Marcus Aurelius who was once Emperor of Rome.  But today he is remembered, in large part, for his journal known as “Meditations” (170-180 AD). These “meditations” were … Continue reading →

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Tough Translations

Posted on May 3, 2023 by Art for Housewives

Giuseppe Ungaretti (1888-1970) is considered one of Italy’s great modern poets. Like other Futurists, he supported WWI believing a bit of aggressive agitation could help regenerate and energize Italy. So he enrolled in the infantry serving in the trenches. But … Continue reading →

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A God for Everyone

Posted on April 25, 2023 by Art for Housewives

Soot was the problem. It covered the Sistine Chapel’s affrescoes making the colors gloomy and obscuring the details. So in the early 1990s, the frescoes of the Sistine Chapel were subjected to various restorations. After hearing that the colors were … Continue reading →

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