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15 of the Most Unsettling and Gruesome Paintings in Italian Art History

April 17, 2023May 17, 2021 by Matteo Damiani

The most brutal paintings in Italian Art History We’ve made a list of ten of the most violent and terrifying art pieces in Italian art.  Since ancient times, … Read more

Categories Featured, Italian Art, Design & Photography, Italian History, Italian People Tags Artemisia Gentileschi, Caravaggio, Duccio di Buoninsegna, Gioacchino Assereto, illustrations, paintings

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Roman Vacations: Leisure and Pleasure in Ancient Times

How Ancient Romans Spent Their Holidays. The Roman Empire, which spanned from Western Europe to p…
A Marriage in the Moon, 1910, Pioneering Italian Sci-Fi

“A Marriage in the Moon” (1910): A Pioneering Italian Sci-Fi Gem

"A Marriage in the Moon" – Italy's Early Foray into Sci-Fi Cinema. In 1910, Italian cinema offere…
Why Did Futurism Leave Behind Cinema?

The Cinematic Paradox of Futurism: Why Did the Movement Leave Behind Movies?

Futurism and Cinema: An Unexpected Disconnection. In the context of 20th-century art movements, F…
View of Lake Averno extending to Baia and Capo Miseno, from the Domitian Way

The Mythical Gate of Hell at Lake Averno

Lake Averno has long been seen as the portal to the netherworld, a belief echoed by figures like Dan…
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How Hundreds Fell for Italy’s “Sovereign State of Antarctic St. George”

What Made Hundreds Believe in a Fictional State? The "Sovrano Stato Antartico di San Giorgio"—the…

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Enrico Novelli, Yambo life and works

Italy’s Sci-Fi Pioneer: The Story of Yambo’s Impact on Literature and Cinema

Italy's Early 20th Century Sci-Fi Renaissance and Yambo's Role. Enrico de’ Conti Novelli da Berti…
Italian General's Controversial Book Triggers Debate and Probe

General Vannacci’s Book Sparks National Debate and Official Inquiry in Italy

Government's Divided Response to Vannacci's Controversial Narratives. From statements like "dear …
Sardinia Wildfires

Evidence of Intentional Fire-Starting in Recent Sardinia Blazes

Sardinia Wildfires: Investigative Insights into Causes Sardinia - Recent wildfires that tore thro…
Daily Mediterranean Detrended Surface Temperature

Unprecedented Maritime Heatwave Grips Mediterranean

Heatwave in Italy: Mediterranean Sea at Record-Breaking Highs. An unprecedented maritime heatwave…
Why is Italy not using cloud seeding to combat the extreme temperatures

Why Italy does not use cloud seeding to combat extreme temperatures

Heatwave Sweeps Across Southern Europe. As temperatures continue to soar across Italy, the nation…
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An Imperial Age Square Revealed from Recent Excavations in Nora

An architectural marvel from the middle imperial era has been unearthed during the latest archaeolog…
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