At Villa Borghese is Canova's statue of Paolina Bonaparte in the role of "Venere Vincitrice" of the Judgement of Paris

The Judgement of Paris, by Rubens, in the National Gallery, London, with notes on the myth. via plep

Michelangelo's Self Portrait in Last Judgment
From 1534-41 Michelangelo painted "The Last Judgment" on the altar wall of the Sistine Chapel in Rome. Just to the lower right of Christ, near His left foot, is Bartholomew holding a streched out human skin to symbolize his martyrdom. Michelangelo painted his own face into this skin--It is well hidden to the casual observer.

Have you ever wondered why Mose is often portrayed with horns on his head?
Moses is depicted with horns due to an error in translating the words in the Bible. The words "rays of light" or however it was specifically written translated into "horns" .
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San Pietro in Vincoli

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THE PANTHEON
This famous building stands in the business district of Rome--much as it was built some 18 centuries ago. Amazingly, it has withstood the ravages of both the elements and war permitting a firsthand view of a unique product constructed by Roman hands. Now, it is exposed to acid rain and fumes from passing automobiles and overshadowed by buildings of inferior taste; but, with trust in the future, the Pantheon will survive.
The Roman Pantheon: The Triumph of Concrete
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