italian
Italy’s Iron Crown
The tradition of Italian jewelry-making and of silver- and gold-smithing goes back centuries. But most objects of silver and gold, whether made for aesthetic or utilitarian purposes, belonged to wealthy individuals, and their historical vicissitudes were not necessarily recorded for posterity. Some institutional collections, however, such as royal treasures, have recorded histories that offer fascinating [...]
Le Scuderie del Quirinale in Rome
Some of the most acclaimed art exhibits to have taken place in Rome in recent years have been held at the Scuderie del Quirinale. These have included works from quintessentially Italian artists, such as Antonello da Messina and Giovanni Bellini, as well as international collections on loan from from their permanent homes. Such were the [...]

