THE PARK OF THE MONSTERS commissioned in 1552 by Prince Pier Francesco Orsini, was an expression of grief designed to shock. The Prince had been through a brutal war, had his friend killed, been held for ransom for years, and come home only to have his beloved wife die. https://t.co/vdGDtQD8XC— Gemma Wiseman (@AuraGem) June 12, 2020
Perhaps the most frightening piece in the garden is an enormous head, mouth opened wide in a scream. The accompanying inscription reads “all reason departs.”
Salvador Dalí visited the park and loved it. He was so inspired, he shot a short film there, and the sculptures inspired his 1946 painting 'The Temptation of Saint Anthony'.
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Welcome to 2020 (and beyond we hope)...the year the world overturned with covid-19. This blog is intended to be an insight into my experiences this year - being wary of infection, but learning to live - see, think, wonder - differently. If you choose to comment, be supportive please. Thank you. Be safe. Namaste.