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Accademia Di San Luca Collection

The Accademia di San Luca, founded in 1577, is a prestigious institution that has played a significant role in the development and promotion of art and architecture

Background imageAccademia Di San Luca Collection: Triumphant Athlete, 1813

Triumphant Athlete, 1813. Found in the Collection of Accademia di San Luca

Background imageAccademia Di San Luca Collection: Galatea, 1622. Creator: Cortona, Pietro da (1596-1669)

Galatea, 1622. Creator: Cortona, Pietro da (1596-1669)
Galatea, 1622. Found in the Collection of the Accademia di San Luca.

Background imageAccademia Di San Luca Collection: Putto with garland, c.1512. Creator: Raffael (Raffaello Sanzio da Urbino) (1483-1520)

Putto with garland, c.1512. Creator: Raffael (Raffaello Sanzio da Urbino) (1483-1520)
Putto with garland, c.1512. Found in the Collection of the Accademia di San Luca.

Background imageAccademia Di San Luca Collection: Self-portrait. Creator: Luti, Benedetto (1666-1724)

Self-portrait. Creator: Luti, Benedetto (1666-1724)
Self-portrait. Found in the Collection of the Accademia di San Luca.

Background imageAccademia Di San Luca Collection: Portrait of Vincenzo Pacetti (1746-1820). Creator: Maron, Anton von (1733-1808)

Portrait of Vincenzo Pacetti (1746-1820). Creator: Maron, Anton von (1733-1808)
Portrait of Vincenzo Pacetti (1746-1820). Found in the collection of the Accademia di San Luca

Background imageAccademia Di San Luca Collection: Perseus Freeing Andromeda, 1594-1595. Creator: Cesari, Giuseppe (1568-1640)

Perseus Freeing Andromeda, 1594-1595. Creator: Cesari, Giuseppe (1568-1640)
Perseus Freeing Andromeda, 1594-1595. Found in the collection of the Accademia di San Luca

Background imageAccademia Di San Luca Collection: Self-Portrait, 1615. Creator: Borgianni, Orazio (1578-1616)

Self-Portrait, 1615. Creator: Borgianni, Orazio (1578-1616)
Self-Portrait, 1615. Found in the collection of Accademia di San Luca

Background imageAccademia Di San Luca Collection: Judith Beheading Holofernes, Mid of the 18th cen Creator: Piazzetta, Gian Battista (1683-1754)

Judith Beheading Holofernes, Mid of the 18th cen Creator: Piazzetta, Gian Battista (1683-1754)
Judith Beheading Holofernes, Mid of the 18th Century. Found in the Collection of Accademia di San Luca

Background imageAccademia Di San Luca Collection: The Virgin and Child with Two Musician Angels

The Virgin and Child with Two Musician Angels. Found in the Collection of Accademia di San Luca

Background imageAccademia Di San Luca Collection: Saint Bartholomew the Apostle

Saint Bartholomew the Apostle. Found in the Collection of Accademia di San Luca

Background imageAccademia Di San Luca Collection: The Annunciation, c. 1505

The Annunciation, c. 1505. Found in the Collection of Accademia di San Luca

Background imageAccademia Di San Luca Collection: Portrait of the Architect Giuseppe Valadier (1762-1839), 1827

Portrait of the Architect Giuseppe Valadier (1762-1839), 1827. Found in the Collection of Accademia di San Luca

Background imageAccademia Di San Luca Collection: Mercury and Argus, 1716

Mercury and Argus, 1716. Found in the Collection of Accademia di San Luca

Background imageAccademia Di San Luca Collection: Venus and Amor, 1632

Venus and Amor, 1632. Found in the Collection of Accademia di San Luca

Background imageAccademia Di San Luca Collection: The nymphs crowning the Goddess of Abundance, ca 1603

The nymphs crowning the Goddess of Abundance, ca 1603. Found in the Collection of Accademia di San Luca

Background imageAccademia Di San Luca Collection: Portrait of Properzia de Rossi (c. 1490-1530), Early 17th cen

Portrait of Properzia de Rossi (c. 1490-1530), Early 17th cen.. Found in the Collection of Accademia di San Luca

Background imageAccademia Di San Luca Collection: The Plague

The Plague. Found in the Collection of Accademia di San Luca

Background imageAccademia Di San Luca Collection: Fortuna with a crown

Fortuna with a crown. Found in the Collection of Accademia di San Luca

Background imageAccademia Di San Luca Collection: Saint Luke Painting the Virgin

Saint Luke Painting the Virgin. Found in the Collection of Accademia di San Luca

Background imageAccademia Di San Luca Collection: The Embroideress

The Embroideress. Found in the Collection of Accademia di San Luca

Background imageAccademia Di San Luca Collection: Portrait of Christopher Columbus

Portrait of Christopher Columbus. Found in the Collection of Accademia di San Luca

Background imageAccademia Di San Luca Collection: Portrait of Prince Michal Jerzy Poniatowski (1736-1794), Primate of Poland

Portrait of Prince Michal Jerzy Poniatowski (1736-1794), Primate of Poland. Found in the Collection of Accademia di San Luca


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The Accademia di San Luca, founded in 1577, is a prestigious institution that has played a significant role in the development and promotion of art and architecture. Its rich history can be seen through its diverse collection of artworks. One remarkable piece housed within the academy is "Triumphant Athlete" from 1813. This sculpture captures the essence of victory and strength, showcasing the artist's mastery over form and movement. Another notable artwork is Orazio Borgianni's "Self-Portrait" from 1615. Through this painting, Borgianni immortalizes himself with meticulous detail, giving us a glimpse into his world as an artist during the Renaissance period. Gian Battista Piazzetta's "Judith Beheading Holofernes, " created in the mid-18th century, depicts a powerful biblical scene with intense emotion. The artist skillfully portrays Judith's bravery as she carries out her mission to save her people. "The Virgin and Child with Two Musician Angels" showcases divine beauty and harmony through delicate brushstrokes. It exemplifies how religious themes were often intertwined with music during this era. In contrast to religious subjects, Saint Bartholomew the Apostle stands as a symbol of faithfulness and devotion in another captivating artwork at Accademia di San Luca. One cannot miss "The Annunciation" from around 1505 - an iconic representation of one of Christianity's most important moments. The vibrant colors used by the unknown artist bring life to this sacred event. Giuseppe Valadier comes alive in his portrait from 1827; it reflects both his architectural prowess and personal character. His contribution to Rome's urban landscape remains influential even today. Antonio Balestra's masterpiece "Mercury and Argus" takes us back to ancient mythology while exploring themes such as deception and vigilance through stunning imagery.