EPISODE · Oct 9, 2024 · 36 MIN
Episode 4: Vittoria Colonna Had It All
from Tante Belle Cose, an Italy Travel podcast · host Rita J. King and Danielle Oteri
Vittoria Colonna was the most influential woman of the Renaissance, known for her 'male brains' and collaborations with Michelangelo. The discovery of a mummy in Naples may explain what happened to her body when she died and reveal an even more significant, history-changing secret.00:00 A Love Story for the Ages01:05 Exploring Naples and Ischia with Rita01:44 The Aragonese Kings and Their Health Secrets02:41 The Mysterious Mummy Discovery03:53 Unraveling the Mystery of Vittoria Colonna05:44 A Personal Journey to Ischia08:57 The Life and Legacy of Vittoria Colonna12:58 Michelangelo's Obsession22:15 The Androgynous Ideal in the Renaissance31:14 The Final Mystery and Conclusion This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.danielleoteri.com/subscribe
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