Fuga Collection

Fuga
Adolfo Urrutia

Italy. Rome. Saint Mary of the Prayer and Death (Santa Maria dell'Orazione e Morte). Via Giulia. First built in 1575 but completely rebuilt by Ferdinando Fuga (1699-1781) in 1733

Companions of Ulysses escaping from Polyphemus, detail from the Room of Polyphemus, 1550-1551 (fresco)
2655113 Companions of Ulysses escaping from Polyphemus, detail from the Room of Polyphemus, 1550-1551 (fresco) by Tibaldi, Pellegrino (1527-96); Palazzo Poggi, Bologna

Rebecca orders her son Jacob to flee to Haram with his brother Laban, Byzantine mosaic, Old Testament cycle-Abraham
6166366 Rebecca orders her son Jacob to flee to Haram with his brother Laban, Byzantine mosaic, Old Testament cycle-Abraham, XII-XIII century (mosaic) by Byzantine

Ancient Rome: Eruption of Vesuvius, 79 AD, 1866 (coloured engraving)
XEE702508 Ancient Rome: Eruption of Vesuvius, 79 AD, 1866 (coloured engraving) by Leutemann, Heinrich (1824-1905); Private Collection; (add.info)

Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore. Main facade, 1743, by Ferd
Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore. Initiated in the 5th century, was enlarged and reformed until the 18th century. Main facade, 1741-1743, by Ferdinando Fuga (1699-1781). Rome. Italy

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Fuga: The Timeless Pursuit of Escape in Art and History From the winding streets of ancient Rome, where the Companions of Ulysses sought refuge from the wrathful Polyphemus in the Room of Polyphemus (1550-1551), to the bustling markets of Byzantium, where Rebecca sent her sons Jacob and Laban on a perilous journey to Haram in a mosaic from the Old Testament cycle (XII-XIII century), the theme of fuga, or flight, has captivated artists and audiences for centuries. The allure of escape is not limited to mythology and scripture. In the annals of history, we find the harrowing account of the eruption of Vesuvius in 79 AD, which forced the inhabitants of Pompeii to flee in a desperate bid for survival. In the sacred halls of Rome, the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore stands as a testament to the power of faith, while the Basilica of Saint Cecilia in Trastevere showcases the beauty of early Christian architecture. Both serve as sanctuaries, offering solace and refuge to those seeking respite from the chaos of the world. The Flight to Egypt, another iconic representation of fuga, recounts the harrowing journey of the Holy Family as they sought safety from King Herod's wrath. Through art and history, the theme continues to resonate, reminding us of the human spirit's unyielding desire for freedom and the power of art to capture the essence of our most profound experiences.