Scipione Borghese (1577-1633) was a powerful cardinal, art collector, and one of the most influential figures in shaping Baroque Rome. As the nephew of Pope Paul V, he gained significant political influence and used his wealth and power to amass one of the greatest art collections of his time. The Borghese tradition: Art Patron and … Continue reading Scipione Borghese: The Cardinal Who Shaped Rome’s Artistic tradition
