Borghegiano Collection

Israelites Departing Egypt, 1576. Creators: Cherubino Alberti, Polidoro da Caravaggio
Israelites Departing Egypt, 1576

Judith with the Head of Holofernes, between 1570 and 1615. Creator: Cherubino Alberti
Judith with the Head of Holofernes, between 1570 and 1615

The Holy Family with Infant Saint John, 1571. Creator: Cherubino Alberti
The Holy Family with Infant Saint John, 1571

Prudence [recto], c. 1601. Creator: Cherubino Alberti
Prudence [recto], c. 1601

Draped Figure with a Staff. Creator: Cherubino Alberti
Draped Figure with a Staff

Two Draped Figures. Creator: Cherubino Alberti
Two Draped Figures

Saints Peter and Paul. Creator: Cherubino Alberti
Saints Peter and Paul

Saint Jerome in the Desert, c.1575. Creator: Cherubino Alberti
Saint Jerome in the Desert, c.1575

Putto with Club of Hercules, 1575/78. Creators: Marco Marchetti, Raffaellino Motta, Bartolomeo Schedoni
Putto with Club of Hercules, 1575/78

An Archer Shooting a Crossbow, 1579. Creator: Cherubino Alberti
An Archer Shooting a Crossbow, 1579. Attributed to Cherubino Alberti

A Blessed Spirit, 1591. Creator: Cherubino Alberti
A Blessed Spirit, 1591

An Allegorical Figure: Virtutis Praemium, 1628. Creator: Cherubino Alberti
An Allegorical Figure: Virtutis Praemium, 1628

Truth and Justice. Creator: Cherubino Alberti
Truth and Justice

An Allegorical Figure: Non sine labore, 1628. Creator: Cherubino Alberti
An Allegorical Figure: Non sine labore, 1628

Saint John the Baptist, 1591. Creator: Cherubino Alberti
Saint John the Baptist, 1591

Genius with the Medici Coat-of-Arms, 1605. Creator: Cherubino Alberti
Genius with the Medici Coat-of-Arms, 1605

Jupiter, seated above two eagles and embracing Cupid, a round composition from a series of mythological scenes after Polidoro da Caravaggio, ca. 1590

A Man Shooting a Crossbow, 1579. Creator: Cherubino Alberti
A Man Shooting a Crossbow, 1579. after Lelio Orsi

Two tritons embracing, one playing a panpipe, the second holding a conch shell set within a recessed space, 1579. After Raphael

Vessel with grotesque masks, griffins, and a frieze populated by a bull and men in bas-relief (reverse copy after Cherubino Alberti, in turn after Polidoro da Caravaggio), ca 1550-1600

Winged female figure, draped and carrying a staff, striding behind a winged putto... ca
Winged female figure, draped and carrying a staff, striding behind a winged putto, who twists to look over his left shoulder, a round composition, ca. 1550-1600

Neptune rising from the sea and bearing a staff, accompanied by two horse-headed... ca
Neptune rising from the sea and bearing a staff, accompanied by two horse-headed sea creatures, reverse copy after a series of engravings by Cherubino Alberti of mythological scenes after Polidoro da

Design for Two Knife Handles, 1553-1615. Creator: Cherubino Alberti
Design for Two Knife Handles, 1553-1615. [Mors et vita in manu linguae - the tongue has the power of life and death]

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"Borgheseiano: A Journey Through the Artistic Masterpieces of Cherubino Alberti" Step into a world where art comes alive, as we explore the captivating works of Cherubino Alberti in this enchanting collection titled "Borgheseiano. " From archers shooting crossbows to allegorical figures representing virtue and labor, each piece tells a story that transcends time. In 1579, Alberti's skillful hand brings an archer shooting a crossbow to life. The tension in his stance and the precision in his aim capture the intensity of the moment. Moving forward to 1591, we encounter "A Blessed Spirit, " emanating serenity and divinity through delicate brushstrokes. As we delve deeper into Alberti's oeuvre, we encounter allegorical figures such as "Virtutis Praemium" (1628), symbolizing truth and justice. These ethereal beings embody virtues that transcend earthly boundaries. Similarly, "Non sine labore" (1628) reminds us that rewards are not achieved without hard work. Religious themes also find their place within Borgheseiano. In "Saint John the Baptist" (1591), Alberti captures both strength and humility in this iconic figure. Meanwhile, genius is personified with Medici Coat-of-Arms in "Genius with the Medici Coat-of-Arms" (1605), showcasing intellectual prowess intertwined with noble lineage. Alberti's talent extends beyond human subjects; he masterfully depicts mythological scenes like Jupiter embracing Cupid while seated above two eagles - a testament to divine love and power. Tritons embracing amidst melodic tunes from panpipes transport us to an underwater realm filled with enchantment. The vessel adorned with grotesque masks transports us further into realms unknown - griffins guarding its secrets while men engage in mysterious rituals on its frieze. And who can forget the winged female figure, gracefully striding behind a winged putto.