When an ancient sculpture was discovered in Rome in the early 16th century, the new Pope decided to buy it and put it on public display. The year was 1506 and Pope Julius II hired some of the most famous artists in history to produce art for his collection. He also acquired many sculptures and …
Vatican Museums Sculptures
There’s hardly a better place to admire ancient sculptures than at the Vatican Museums in Vatican City, the small Papal enclave in central Rome. Considered to be one of the ultimate highlights of the sculpture collection, this ancient work certainly emphasizes the sophisticated nature of artists thousands of years ago. In this article, we’ll take …