Piazzale Scipione Borghese 5, 00197 Rome, Italy
Rome, Italy
€22 (under 18 free, reservation required)
11 artists in database
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The Galleria Borghese occupies a 17th-century villa built for Cardinal Scipione Borghese, nephew of Pope Paul V. The cardinal assembled one of Rome's greatest art collections through patronage, purchase, and outright confiscation from other collectors. He recognized Bernini's genius early and commissioned sculptural groups that remain in the villa, while seizing works by Caravaggio from the studio of Cavalier d'Arpino.
Bernini's sculptures anchor the ground floor: Apollo and Daphne captures the moment of transformation in marble, while David shows the young hero mid-throw. Upstairs, Caravaggio's paintings include Young Sick Bacchus and Boy with a Basket of Fruit. Raphael's Deposition and works by Titian fill the picture galleries. Reservations are required for timed entry, limiting crowds in the intimate villa rooms.
Borghese Gallery, Rome in Rome, Italy houses 20 masterpieces in our database, including works by Caravaggio, Raphael and Gian Lorenzo Bernini and 8 other artists. Notable works include Sick Bacchus (Self-Portrait as Bacchus) and Saint John the Baptist.
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Browse Our CollectionPlease note: Artwork locations and display status may change. Some paintings may be on loan, in restoration, or moved to different galleries within the museum. We recommend contacting Borghese Gallery, Rome directly to confirm specific artwork availability before your visit.
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