Bomarzo: A Guide to the Park of the Monsters [Paperback] Society Giardino di Bomarzo

Description

Paperback cover has different art than picture, this one has a grey cover with statues. English/German dual language book. Paperback cover has minor wear but is in great condition. Pages are clean and the binding is secure.

This bilingual guide invites readers to explore the enigmatic Parco dei Mostri (Park of Monsters) in Bomarzo, Italy. Created in the 16th century by Prince Pier Francesco Orsini, this extraordinary sculpture garden features larger-than-life carved stone figures and architectural elements imbued with symbolic meaning. Orsini’s grief over the loss of his wife is said to have inspired the park’s bizarre and grotesque imagery, which blends classical mythology with the prince’s personal musings on life, death, and the human condition.

Beyond its artistic value, the park offers insights into Renaissance humanism and the era’s fascination with antiquity. This guide provides historical context and interpretations of the park’s symbolism, allowing readers to appreciate Bomarzo as a precursor to the extravagant garden designs of the Baroque period. For collectors, this English/German edition represents a unique opportunity to delve into one of Italy’s most enigmatic cultural treasures and a masterpiece of Mannerist art.