Galleria Borghese Explores Painting on Stone in Baroque Rome
The Galleria Borghese in Rome is currently showcasing an exhibition titled 'Timeless Wonder: Stone Painting in Rome from the 16th to 17th Century.' Under the curation of Francesca Cappelletti and Patrizia Cavazzini, the display features over 60 pieces sourced from numerous Italian and international museums as well as private collections. This art form gained traction after the 1527 Sack of Rome, highlighting stone's lasting nature. The exhibition highlights works by acclaimed artists such as Sebastiano del Piombo and Orazio Gentileschi, along with key artifacts like the Borghese-Windsor Tabernacle and a remarkable red jasper table.
Key facts
- Exhibition 'Meraviglia senza tempo' at Galleria Borghese, Rome
- Curated by Francesca Cappelletti and Patrizia Cavazzini
- Over 60 works from museums and private collections
- Focus on painting on stone from 16th-17th century Rome
- Technique revived after 1527 Sack of Rome
- Artists include Sebastiano del Piombo, Antonio Tempesta, Orazio Gentileschi
- Objects include Tabernacolo Borghese-Windsor and night clock
- Section on female figures by Leonardo Grazia da Pistoia
Entities
Artists
- Sebastiano del Piombo
- Giorgio Vasari
- Francesco Salviati
- Antonio Tempesta
- Antonio Carracci
- Orazio Gentileschi
- Cavalier d'Arpino
- Carlo Saraceni
- Alessandro Turchi
- Stefano Della Bella
- Hans Rottenhammer
- Filippo Napoletano
- Leonardo Grazia da Pistoia
- Jacques Stella
- Guido Reni
- Pope Clement VII
- Pope Paul V
- Roberto di Filippo Strozzi
Institutions
- Galleria Borghese
- Artribune
Locations
- Rome
- Italy