Slowly, but surely, I am trying to write about different artists and bring attention to some of the galleries and museums that are not as well known, especially as many of our sugar friends are planning trips to various locales throughout the world.

I welcome all of you to post your favorite artsy haunts and or paintings/photographs/sculptures/installations that have meaning for you as well.

Everywhere you look in Italy, you will come upon a famous painting, church, fountain, sculpture, etc., the country is lush with beauty in all forms whether it be art, food, culture, fashion, music and life itself.

One discovery of note of is the Galleria Doria Pamphilj. While this privately-owned museums houses many 17th century masterpieces by artists such as Caravaggio, Annibale Carracci, Jan Bruegel, Velazaquez, and important Renaissance pieces by Titian, Raphael, Lotto, Correggio, and Parmigianino, it is not crowded and is one of the nicest spaces to spend an afternoon. The light streams in from all directions as you can see from this picture of the Gallery of Mirrors.
Gallery of Mirrors, Galleria Doria Pamphilj, Rome, ItalyGallery of Mirrors, Galleria Doria Pamphilj, Rome, Italy

This history of the Pamphilj family is quite interesting and today heirs of this family continue to reside in this villa which is located directly off the busy Via del Corso. Walking by, one would never guess at the quiet solitude to be found in the villa, nor dream of how beautiful the interiors and art is inside. After viewing the art, you can head downstairs to Bar Doria and have lunch, an espresso and a tasty dessert to re-energize yourself as you continue exploring the magnificence of Rome.

An added bonus for those choosing to visit the galleria on a Saturday, is the concerts that harmonize the history and art via music begin at noon! Visiting hours are Friday through Wednesday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. I promise, you will not be sorry that you took time to spend an afternoon in this beautiful galleria!

Landscape with the Flight into Egypt, Annibale CarracciLandscape with the Flight into Egypt, Annibale Carracci

Repentant Magdalen, Caravaggio aka Michelangelo MerisiRepentant Magdalen, Caravaggio aka Michelangelo Merisi

Annunciation, Filippo LippiAnnunciation, Filippo Lippi

Venus, Mars and Cupid by Paris BordonVenus, Mars and Cupid by Paris Bordon

Titian's "Salome with the Head of John the Baptist"Titian's "Salome with the Head of John the Baptist"

Putti Fighting by Guido ReniPutti Fighting by Guido Reni
Caravaggio's "Rest during the Flight into Egypt"Caravaggio's "Rest during the Flight into Egypt"

Chapel and AnteChapelChapel and AnteChapel

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