Description
During our interactive conversation, we will contextualize the origins of this iconic Museum–and the Villa and Gardens it is housed within. We will virtually traverse a timeline from the Italian Renaissance to the Neoclassical world, learning about the key artistic movements and the hidden meanings of works within the Borghese collections. Behind each artwork lies a narrative; our expert will bring these pieces to life and allow learners the opportunity to pose questions as we go along.
Led by an expert Art Historian and a native roman, Cecilia Martini, the goal of this conversation is to convey the essential tools to understand and enjoy in-depth the Borghese Gallery tour experience. Designed to inspire future travels, participants will come away with increased knowledge about Roman art history and movements in Western Art between the 15th and 17th centuries.
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About Your Expert
Cecilia is an art historian and a native Roman with a Master's degree in Medieval and Renaissance art from the Sapienza University of Rome. Although her specialty is painting and decorative arts, she has a broad knowledge of the history of Rome and a personal passion for ancient history, which she shares on many antiquity-themed itineraries. Cecilia has worked actively in the past as a lecturer, teacher, and curator of exhibitions. She had been a staff member of the didactive service of the Vatican Museums, the Galleria Doria Pamphili and the Galleria Colonna where she still frequently consults. As a licensed guide for Rome and Florence and with a specialized teaching degree, she has more than 20 years of experience in leading highly-qualified tours.
Audience
This conversation is suitable for all ages.
Duration
90 minutes, including a 30 minute Q&A.