Description:
- This collection is housed in a building constructed in 1613 for Cardinal Scipione Borghese, one of Bernini's greatest patrons. In fact, this great sculptor has exhibited some of his most famous sculptures here; amongst them is the renowned 'Apollo and Daphne.' When one thinks of the Museo Borghese, the sculpture that immediately springs to mind is Canova's 'Pauline Borghese,' in which she poses as Venus, wearing just a drape around her midriff. There are six major pieces by Caravaggio in the Galleria, including 'The boy with a basket of fruit' and the 'Madonna della Serpe.' Titian is also represented with 'Sacred and Profane Love,' Rafael with 'The Deposition,' and there are important works by Correggio. The gallery can only hold 300 visitors at a time, so it is advisable to book in advance.
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Awards:
Frommer's
- Very Highly Recommended 2009
- Very Highly Recommended 2010
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Contact:
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- tel: +39 6 841 3979
- fax: +39 6 3265 1329
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Address:
- Piazza Scipione Borghese 5
- Off Via Pinciano
- Rome, Lazio 00197
Neighborhood:
Centro StoricoHours:
- 9a-7p Tu-Su
Strenuousness:
- No Sweat
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