ART
-
UNEARTHING A TREASURE TROVE
Archaeologists have uncovered an extraordinary collection of Etruscan and Roman statues in San Casciano dei Bagni, Tuscany - a find that would rival any discovered by Indiana Jones himself. This blog post delves into the details of the discovery as they resume excavation this May, including the history behind the statues and their significance, as well as the challenges faced during the excavation process. Don't miss out on learning about this remarkable piece of history!
-
THE ART OF BEING ANNIE
I'm revisiting this 2019 interview with the lovely Annie Buchanan Robertson as she has just launched her new website, where you can peruse all her gorgeous art.
-
MILANO: ITALY’S METROPOLIS
Known for its fast-paced atmosphere, old-world charm, and elegance, Milan is Italy’s most cosmopolitan city. It’s a vibrant, multicultural place that combines a big-city vibe with the quintessential Italian spirit.
-
NAPOLI-A CITY LIKE NO OTHER
Italy’s third-biggest city – the loud, cosmopolitan metropolis of Naples – is made up of a patchwork of neighbourhoods that puts ornate mansions beside gritty street art, and ancient churches next to bohemian drinking holes. The allure of this storied seaside city — the Baroque excess, the indulgent cuisine, the mesmerizing fugue state of it all — now beckons as it did in the city’s Grand Tour days.