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The Hero of Two Worlds

Posted on May 2, 2016 by Art for Housewives

After the fall of the Roman Empire, Italy was fragmented and divided up into various kingdoms. Battles routinely moved boundaries but, in the early 1800s, Italy was basically divided into 3 parts: the Bourbons in the south, the Pope in … Continue reading →

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The Unfolding of Mariano Fortuny

Posted on April 3, 2016 by Art for Housewives

What is a pleat other than a fold. And what is a fold other than the combination of order and flexibility. Pleats have been around for a long time. They were around in ancient Egypt and continued to be used … Continue reading →

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Verano Cemetery Photos

Posted on March 9, 2016 by Art for Housewives

Verano Monumental Cemetery and the photograph as a means of remembering someone. reparto israelite cross and foto Pincetto Nuovo shell and cemetery rose nuns at the Quadriporticato Rampa Caracciolo Verano…note use of ivy motif on left, cross shell motif Giacomo … Continue reading →

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Affirmation No.3

Posted on February 25, 2016 by Art for Housewives

I burn sage, listen to music, bathe in the sea, avoid energy vampires and try to smile as often as possible. Even though I still don’t glow in the dark, my aura is growing! Related: Affirmations + Affirmation or wishful thinking? … Continue reading →