Interesting story Neil and very sensible commentary! I just spent 3 weeks in Rome for the sole purpose of admiring and connecting with Baroque art and architecture. In between, I witnessed the same as you, masses of people snapping selfies to prove they've been there and done that.
I shared your fellings for the David sculpture until I saw Borromini's version, if you have the chance, check it out.
Yes,that's the one. The expression, the tension in the muscles, the power at the right moment he's about to throw the stone, the weight, the body dynamics, it's a wonderful piece!
Bernini's version I meant, apologies!
Interesting story Neil and very sensible commentary! I just spent 3 weeks in Rome for the sole purpose of admiring and connecting with Baroque art and architecture. In between, I witnessed the same as you, masses of people snapping selfies to prove they've been there and done that.
I shared your fellings for the David sculpture until I saw Borromini's version, if you have the chance, check it out.
Thanks Xavi.
Interesting, the one in full flow? https://www.dailyartmagazine.com/bernini-vs-borromini/
Yes,that's the one. The expression, the tension in the muscles, the power at the right moment he's about to throw the stone, the weight, the body dynamics, it's a wonderful piece!
Would love to go back to Rome.