Bedste Bernini-podcasts (2024)

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Episode 303 - Bernini’s “Truth Unveiled by Time” 20:27

2d ago20:27

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Begun in 1645, one year after the death of his great patron Pope Urban VIII, the unfinished “Truth Unveiled by Time” is perhaps Bernini’s most personal statue. He was carving it for himself as a visual expression of vindication against the slander against him by his rivals for his earlier mishap on the facade of St. Peter’s.…

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BONUS EPISODE! Dracula v Frankenstein! 1:22:05

8d ago1:22:05

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HAPPY BAROQUE B-VERSARY! What better way to celebrate with than a DOUBLE SPOOK-FEATURE?!?! Yes,Af Baroque Bs

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Episode 302 - Bernini’s Tomb of Pope Urban VIII 18:35

9d ago18:35

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Although commissioned in 1627, at the height of Bernini’s involvement at St. Peter’s, Bernini did not complete the tomb of Pope Urban VIII until 3 years after the pope’s death. Inspired by Michelangelo’s tombs in the New Sacristy in Florence, Italy, the tomb of Urban VIII was also the first sculptural work into which Bernini added color.…

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SPOOKFEST!!! Juan Luna de San Pedro y Novicio; It's COMPLICATED! 1:12:51

16d ago1:12:51

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Are you ready to get SPOOKY?! Come join us this week for another episode of art filled TEA with this world famous Filipino artist! YASSS we’re going there! We’ll get into the drama, the art, the toxic energy and most importantly for this month… THE HAUNTED ASS PAINTING!!!! There will be celebrations of lumpia, there will be overshares of personal t…

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Episode 301 - Rome: Bernini’s “Triton Fountain” 13:43

16d ago13:43

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The spectacular “Triton Fountain” was carved by Gian Lorenzo Bernini in 1642 for Pope Urban VIII for the piazza named after him – the Piazza Barberini – in the heart of Rome. Made of travertine stone, the fountain depicts the sea god kneeling upon a shell blowing into a conch out of which water projects. The base of the statue consists of four rath…

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Episode 300 - Answers to Open Questions XXII 31:19

23d ago31:19

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Celebrating my 300th episode by answering your questions! From why we call him Titian in English instead of Tiziano to the influence of Donatello on Masaccio to why I dedicated so many podcasts to Caravaggio to the “Venus of the Beautiful Buttocks” to St. Peter’s feet, and much, much more – this episode answers the very questions that you ask me ab…

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SPOOKFEST! Pieter Bruegel the Elder: HELL is Other People! 58:19

23d ago58:19

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HAPPY SPOOKFEST!!!! YAYYY!!!! What better way to bring in the fall vibes than with the MOST AUTUMNAL PAINTER EVER?!?! Seriously, it's like halloween is his aesthetic and the harsh reality that life is a walking horror is the SPOOKIEST THING OF ALL! There will be proverbs, there will be a mysterious death, and there will be BURNT SIENNA! Just like..…

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Episode 299 - Bernini’s Towers for St. Peter’s 19:42

1M ago19:42

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In 1637, Pope Urban VIII decided to let his superstar artist, Gian Lorenzo Bernini realize a project that had been abandoned 25 years earlier – bell towers at either end of the façade of St. Peter’s in Rome. The project would end up being the greatest failure of Bernini’s long, illustrious career.

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Trailer | Walking Tour of Rome in a Day 1:17

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Audio Guide Rome | Walking Tour of Rome in a Day Welcome to "Audio Guide Rome | Walking Tour of Rome in a Day," your ultimate audio companion for discovering the ancient wonders and timeless beauty of Rome all in a single day! This expertly curated tour takes you on a journey through the heart of the Eternal City, visiting its most iconic landmarks…

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Introduction | Walking Tour of Rome in a Day 2:08

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Audio Guide Rome | Walking Tour of Rome in a Day Welcome to "Audio Guide Rome | Walking Tour of Rome in a Day," your ultimate audio companion for discovering the ancient wonders and timeless beauty of Rome all in a single day! This expertly curated tour takes you on a journey through the heart of the Eternal City, visiting its most iconic landmarks…

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St. Peter’s Basilica (Basilica di San Pietro) 🏛️⛪ | Walking Tour of Rome in a Day 5:38

1M ago5:38

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St. Peter’s Basilica (Basilica di San Pietro) 🏛️⛪ St. Peter’s Basilica is the heart of Vatican City and one of the most important religious sites in the world. As the largest church in Christendom, it holds tremendous significance for both its religious function and its artistic and architectural grandeur. Designed by some of the greatest architect…

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Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel 🏛️🎨 | Walking Tour of Rome in a Day 6:23

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Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel 🏛️🎨 The Vatican Museums (Musei Vaticani) and the Sistine Chapel are among the most famous and visited cultural institutions in the world. The museums house an enormous collection of art and historical artifacts amassed by the Roman Catholic Church over centuries, including works by legendary artists such as Michel…

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Castel Sant'Angelo (Mausoleum of Hadrian) 🏰⚔️ 6:12

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Castel Sant'Angelo (Mausoleum of Hadrian) 🏰⚔️ Castel Sant'Angelo, originally built as the Mausoleum of Emperor Hadrian in the 2nd century AD, is one of Rome’s most striking and historically layered landmarks. Over the centuries, this imposing cylindrical fortress has transformed from a tomb to a papal residence, a military fortress, a prison, and n…

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Ara Pacis (Ara Pacis Augustae) 🏛️🌿 | Walking Tour of Rome in a Day 5:57

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Ara Pacis (Ara Pacis Augustae) 🏛️🌿 The Ara Pacis (Ara Pacis Augustae), or Altar of Augustan Peace, is one of the most important monuments from Ancient Rome. Built between 13 and 9 BCE, the altar was commissioned by the Roman Senate to honor the return of Emperor Augustus from his campaigns in Hispania and Gaul. It serves as a symbol of the Pax Roma…

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Piazza del Popolo 🏛️🌳 | Walking Tour of Rome in a Day 5:21

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Piazza del Popolo 🏛️🌳 Piazza del Popolo is one of Rome’s most famous and expansive squares, located at the northern gate of the historic city. The name translates to "People’s Square," though it likely refers to the poplar trees that once surrounded it. This grand piazza, designed by architect Giuseppe Valadier in the early 19th century, is a bustl…

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Spanish Steps (Scalinata di Trinità dei Monti) 🏛️🇮🇹 | Walking Tour of Rome in a Day 6:07

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Spanish Steps (Scalinata di Trinità dei Monti) 🏛️🇮🇹 The Spanish Steps (Scalinata di Trinità dei Monti) are one of Rome’s most iconic landmarks, a sweeping staircase that has captured the hearts of visitors for centuries. Located in the heart of the city and connecting Piazza di Spagna at the base with the Trinità dei Monti Church at the top, the Sp…

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Trevi Fountain (Fontana di Trevi) 💦💰 | Walking Tour of Rome in a Day 6:11

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Trevi Fountain (Fontana di Trevi) 💦💰 The Trevi Fountain (Fontana di Trevi) is arguably the most famous and breathtaking fountain in the world. Located in the heart of Rome, it’s a masterpiece of Baroque architecture and a symbol of the city’s enduring beauty. Designed by Nicola Salvi and completed in 1762, this monumental fountain is a celebration …

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Quirinal Palace (Palazzo del Quirinale) 🏛️🇮🇹 | Walking Tour of Rome in a Day 5:25

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Quirinal Palace (Palazzo del Quirinale) 🏛️🇮🇹 Quirinal Palace (Italian: Palazzo del Quirinale) is one of the most important and prestigious buildings in Rome. Located atop the Quirinal Hill, the highest of the seven hills of Rome, this historic palace has served as a papal residence, a royal palace, and, today, the official residence of the Presiden…

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The Pantheon 🏛️✨ | Walking Tour of Rome in a Day 6:04

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The Pantheon 🏛️✨ The Pantheon is one of the most remarkable and best-preserved monuments of ancient Rome, standing as a testament to the innovation and grandeur of Roman engineering. Originally built as a temple to all the gods, the Pantheon is now a Catholic church and one of the most visited attractions in Rome. Its massive dome, with a central o…

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Piazza Navona 🏛️🎨 | Walking Tour of Rome in a Day 6:12

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Piazza Navona 🏛️🎨 Piazza Navona is one of Rome’s most beautiful and iconic squares, known for its stunning Baroque architecture, vibrant street life, and magnificent fountains. Built on the site of the Stadium of Domitian, it retains the shape of the ancient Roman stadium, but today it’s filled with cafes, restaurants, and artists selling their wor…

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Campo de' Fiori 🌸🍷 | Walking Tour of Rome in a Day 4:34

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Campo de' Fiori 🌸🍷 Campo de' Fiori is one of Rome’s most famous public squares, bursting with life and steeped in history. By day, it’s home to one of the city’s most vibrant and colorful markets, where you can browse fresh produce, flowers, and local delicacies. By night, the square transforms into a lively hub, filled with restaurants, bars, and …

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Trastevere 🌿🍷 | Walking Tour of Rome in a Day 6:55

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Trastevere 🌿🍷 Welcome to Trastevere, one of Rome’s most vibrant and charming neighborhoods! With its narrow, cobblestone streets, ivy-covered buildings, and vibrant nightlife, Trastevere feels like a village within the city. Historically a working-class district, it has evolved into a trendy and bohemian neighborhood, full of character, buzzing wit…

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Capitoline Hill and Museums 🏛️🎨 | Walking Tour of Rome in a Day 5:58

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Capitoline Hill and Museums 🏛️🎨 Welcome to Capitoline Hill, one of the seven hills of Rome and a place steeped in history, art, and breathtaking views. This is where Rome’s political and religious power once converged, and today, the Capitoline Museums (the Musei Capitolini) house one of the most important collections of classical art in the world.…

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Piazza Venezia 🏛️🇮🇹 | Walking Tour of Rome in a Day 5:39

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Piazza Venezia 🏛️🇮🇹 Welcome to Piazza Venezia, the vibrant heart of Rome! This bustling square is not only a major traffic hub but also home to some of the city’s most iconic structures, including the colossal Vittoriano Monument (a.k.a. the "Altare della Patria") and the historic Palazzo Venezia. From here, you can easily access many of Rome’s mus…

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Roman Forum 🏛️✨ | Walking Tour of Rome in a Day 6:32

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Roman Forum 🏛️✨ Welcome to the Roman Forum, the ancient heart of Rome where politics, religion, and public life thrived for centuries. Once the bustling center of the Roman Empire, the Forum is now a sprawling archaeological site filled with stunning ruins, ancient temples, basilicas, and arches. Walking through the Forum is like stepping back in t…

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The Palatine Hill 🌿🏛️ | Walking Tour of Rome in a Day 6:38

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The Palatine Hill 🌿🏛️ Welcome to The Palatine Hill, the birthplace of Rome and one of its most ancient and fascinating areas. Rising above the Roman Forum, this historic hill offers stunning views, ancient ruins, and a peaceful escape from the city’s hustle and bustle. Legend has it that this is where Romulus founded Rome in 753 BC, and it later be…

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Colosseum 🏛️🗡️ (buy Ticket in advance) | Walking Tour of Rome in a Day 6:12

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Colosseum 🏛️🗡️ Welcome to the Colosseum, one of the most iconic and awe-inspiring landmarks in the world! This ancient amphitheater, the largest ever built, has stood the test of time and remains a symbol of Rome's rich history, thrilling gladiatorial combat, and grand architecture. Whether you're here for the history or just to marvel at its grand…

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Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore ⛪✨ | Walking Tour of Rome in a Day 6:17

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Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore ⛪✨ Welcome to the Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore, one of the most significant and majestic basilicas in Rome! This beautiful church stands tall as a symbol of devotion, adorned with stunning mosaics, intricate chapels, and centuries of rich history. It's a must-visit for anyone who’s passionate about art, architec…

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Galleria Borghese 🎨🌿 | Walking Tour of Rome in a Day 5:34

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Galleria Borghese 🎨🌿 Welcome to one of Rome’s most exquisite and intimate art galleries! The Galleria Borghese is an absolute must-see for art lovers and those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of the city center. Nestled in the lush Borghese Gardens, this museum houses masterpieces by Caravaggio, Bernini, Raphael, and more. Below are some ex…

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Outro | Walking Tour of Rome in a Day 1:58

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Thanks for joining our tour!Af Orello

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SPOOKFEST! Arshile Gorky: Keeping Fucking Moving! 1:02:58

1M ago1:02:58

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Omg omg omg… oh… my… gah! We are so sorry this is a day late because mental health things. Thank you for sticking with us. WELCOME TO OUR FIRST SPOOKFEST EPISODE! We are kicking spooky season off the right way this year… with some really fucking HAUNTED ass paintings! Come join us as we go through the life of poor dear Gork-a-roni! There will be af…

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Episode 298 - The Barberini Palace in Rome – Maderno, Bernini, and Borromini 18:42

1M ago18:42

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In 1627, Pope Urban VIII hired Carlo Maderno to design his new family palace in Rome. When Maderno died two years later, instead of assigning Maderno’s nephew, the visionary architect Francesco Borromini, as architect, the pope gave the job to Gian Lorenzo Bernini. This may have been the beginning of the famous rivalry between the two architects.…

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Episode 297 - Bernini’s “St. Bibiana” 15:53

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In 1624, Pope Urban VIII commissioned Gian Lorenzo Bernini to carve a statue of the early Christian saint, virgin, and martyr St. Bibiana. The result is one of Bernini’s most overlooked but by no means less beautiful statues.

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Ai WeiWei: China's MOST WANTED! 1:23:36

1M ago1:23:36

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Happy first week of Fall BB’s! We are so happy to welcome ya’ll back to another week of FaRt FiStOrY! We are so excited to bring you another week and this week focusing on a long time fav, the one the only AI WEIWEI! Come join us as we journey through the life of this ICONIC activist that you cannot help but be inspired by. I think my mind and eyeb…

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Episode 296 - Bernini’s Crossing Piers in St. Peter’s 20:09

2M ago20:09

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Under the direction of Gian Lorenzo Bernini, head architect of St. Peter’s, a group of sculptors closely associated with him produced three spectacular statues for the crossing piers of the church. These statues represent the three other most important relics of the Vatican – the largest piece of the “True Cross,” the Veil of Veronica (Sudarium), a…

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Gian Lorenzo Bernini: MICHELANGELO WHO?! 1:01:46

2M ago1:01:46

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OOooooo yes, there is nothing we love more than some unhinged weirdness, and it definitely gets WEIRD in this episode! Come join us as we dive into the life of Baroque Bad Boy and all around weirdo Gian aka Gianny Lorenzo Bernininininininini. There will be way too many PeN15s together in one sculpture, there will be extreme exhibitions of devotion …

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Episode 295 - Bernini’s “St. Longinus” 25:21

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In 1627, Bernini became the head architect of St. Peter’s Basilica. His first project was to oversee the decoration of the great crossing piers of the church. Four different sculptors – including Bernini – each produced a large-scale sculpture of a saint. But it was Bernini’s 4m tall marble statue of “St. Longinus” that stole the show. Its dramatic…

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Damien Hirst: I'm STUCK! 1:23:08

2M ago1:23:08

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Oooooo who's your favorite/least favorite POLAR-IZING BAD BOIIIIIII?!?! Yass the controversy does seem to follow our dear Damien around... almost like a bad play you can't help but watch. He has played the puppeteer for so long, but it's just not dead animals he's orchestrating. What are your thoughts? Do you think he's running the show? Or is it a…

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Episode 294 - Maderno’s “Confessio” in St. Peter’s 18:43

2M ago18:43

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Located directly in front of the high altar of St. Peter’s and below Bernini’s magnificent Baldacchino, Maderno’s “Confessio” is an architectural stage that allows the faithful to revere the remains of St. Peter. It consists of a beautiful marble balustrade, nearly 100 perpetually burning oil lamps and a double staircase leading down to the chapel …

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Gala Placidia: Bow Down BITCH! 1:18:58

2M ago1:18:58

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Welcome back to another wonderful week of two cats hosting an art history podcast and enjoying every second of it! If you're in the mood to pretend you are at a slumber party with your best girly girlfriends playing truth or dare and talking crushes, but you also wanna learn a thing or two along the way, then this episode is for you! Come join as w…

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Episode 293 - Bernini’s Baldacchino 23:39

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Commissioned in 1623 by Pope Urban VIII – whose coat of arms are ubiquitous throughout the monument - Bernini’s Baldacchino was his first large-scale project. Standing over 100ft. tall, the bronze structure marks the central point of the great Basilica of St. Peter over the tomb of the first pope in spectacular fashion.…

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Hieronymus Bosch: What THE HELL?! 1:20:36

2M ago1:20:36

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Welcome back to another glorious week of more HaWt JuIcY aRt HiStOry! We probably get the lowest our dirty low brows can go this week with one of Chelsea's fav's of all time... HIERONYMUS BOSCH! There will be finagle-ing of the bagel-ing, there will be genitals in almost every place you never even thought to put them, there will be good berries, th…

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Episode 292 - Bernini’s “David” 19:43

3M ago19:43

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Gian Lorenzo Bernini carved his statue of “David” in 1623 in only 7 months, interrupting his work working on the “Apollo and Daphne” to do so. His “David” shows the young shepherd boy in the act of casting the stone with an assortment of symbols surrounding him. Perhaps the most striking feature of the statue is the concentrated expression on its f…

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Gustav Klimt: Mr. Lover Lover 1:18:29

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WE'RE BACKKKKKKkkkkKKKKkkkk!!! Omg omg omg! Thank you all so much for your patience. We have missed you all so much and are so grateful for all the love we received while we were on summer siesta! As promised we have returned and are here to deliver on the much anticipated and many-a-time requested (like within the last few week and how did you all…

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Episode 291 - Bernini’s “Apollo and Daphne” 18:46

3M ago18:46

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In 1622, at the age of 24, Gian Lorenzo Bernini began carving his most spectacular sculpture, the “Apollo and Daphne,” for Cardinal Scipione Borghese. The marble statue magically demonstrates the transformation of the nymph Daphne into a laurel tree to escape the advances of the god Apollo.

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Episode 290 - Bernini’s “Pluto and Persephone” 19:41

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Located in the Borghese Gallery in Rome, Italy, and carved when Bernini was only 23 years old, the spectacular “Pluto and Persephone” depicts the Greek myth which explains the cyclical seasons. Pluto, the god of the underworld, abducts Persephone. Eventually forced to release her, Pluto tricks Persephone in eating magical pomegranate seeds that wil…

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Episode 289 - Bernini’s “Aeneas, Anchises, and Ascanius” 18:44

3M ago18:44

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Carved when Bernini was only 20 years old for the powerful cardinal-nephew Scipione Borghese, the “Aeneas, Anchises and Ascanius” demonstrated the extraordinary talent of the sculptor to the world. Mesmerizing special effects transform stone into stretching, malleable flesh, and textures that you can almost feel with your eyes!…

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Episode 288 - The Life of Gian Lorenzo Bernini 18:34

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Born in Naples in 1598, the sculptor, painter and architect, Gian Lorenzo Bernini, showed signs of genius from a very early age. He produced some of history’s greatest sculptures, such as the “Apollo and Daphne” and the “Pluto and Persephone.” But he also blurred the lines between sculpture and architecture with massive works such as the “Baldacchi…

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Episode 287 - The Façade St. Peter’s 20:16

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In 1608, the architect Carlo Maderno was commissioned by Pope Paul V to complete the Basilica of St. Peter by building its façade. That façade has been criticized for centuries for looking more like a palace façade than a church façade because of its emphasis on horizontality. This podcast explores the history and design of the of the most importan…

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Episode 286 - Answers to Open Questions XXI 29:15

4M ago29:15

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From Caravaggio’s courtesan models to the “Michelangelo” kitchen drawing going up for sale for €8M, to the restoration of Masaccio’s “Holy Trinity” and Brancacci Chapel frescoes, to my recommendations for art historical journals, to moving massive canvas paintings and much, much more – this episode answers the very questions that you ask me about t…

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