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  • The Artistic and Mythological Significance of Bernini’s Rape of Proserpina

    The Artistic and Mythological Significance of Bernini’s Rape of Proserpina

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    Embark on a journey into antiquity as you explore the works of Baroque artist Gian Lorenzo Bernini. In Rome’s Borghese Gallery lies the profound sculpture, Rape of Proserpina, created in the 17th century. This masterpiece not only highlights Bernini’s unparalleled skill but also tells a poignant mythological tale relevant to the audience during the Counter-Reformation…