In October 1958, the Funeral for Pope Pius XII Was Ruined by a Botched Embalming
This post was originally published on this sitePope Pius XII’s funeral in October 1958 was a macabre event due to a botched experimental embalming that […]
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30 Amazing Color Slides Capture Street Scenes of Rome in the Early 1950s
This post was originally published on this siteThe early 1950s saw Rome emerging from the post-war era and starting to flourish as part of the […]
35 Amazing Photographs Capture the Exterior of the Coliseum in Rome, Italy From the 19th Century
This post was originally published on this siteThe 19th century was a pivotal period in the history of the Colosseum, marking a significant shift from […]
Rome in 1976 Through Beautiful Vintage Photos
This post was originally published on this siteIn the 1970s, the streets of Rome were a blend of the old and the new. Cobblestone streets […]
35 Amazing Photochroms of Rome in the 1890s
This post was originally published on this siteIn the 1890s, Rome was still adjusting to its role as the capital of the newly unified Kingdom […]
Wonderful Snowfall in Rome, 1985
This post was originally published on this siteIn 1985 when a snowfall blocked the city starting from the day of January 6 when the Romans […]
Photos of Andy Warhol With His Boyfriend Jed Johnson and Friends in Rome, 1973
This post was originally published on this siteJed Johnson was an artist and interior designer, and he became romantically involved with Warhol in the late […]
Louis Armstrong and Lucille Brown on a Vespa in Front of the Ancient Colosseum in Rome, 1949
This post was originally published on this siteA timeless Jazz classic! During Louis Armstrong’s 1949 visit to Rome, a famous and iconic moment was captured […]
25 Amazing Behind the Scenes Photographs From the Making of “The Way of the Dragon” (1972)
This post was originally published on this siteThe Way of the Dragon (originally released in the United States as Return of the Dragon) is a […]
Rome in 1985 Through Amazing Photos
This post was originally published on this siteRome is the capital city of Italy. It is also the capital of the Lazio region, the centre […]
Ingrid Bergman and Her Daughter Isabella Rossellini in Rome, 1962
This post was originally published on this site“Mamma was the daughter of a photographer and there was lot of her private material that had never […]
30 Gorgeous Old Pictures Capture Italy in Winter From the 1930s to 1970s
This post was originally published on this siteItaly is a magical place at any time of the year, but when you think of it, you […]
30 Vibrant Kodachrome Photos of Italy in 1954
This post was originally published on this siteThese gorgeous pictures were taken by Julia Vanderveer Rees (1896 — 1997) during her trip to Italy in […]
Amazing Photographs of David Bowie at a RCA Studio in Rome, 1977
This post was originally published on this siteIn the beginning of October 1977, David Bowie arrived in Rome to promote his new album. It was […]
Sophia Loren Photographed by David Seymour at Her Home in Rome, Italy, 1955
This post was originally published on this siteDavid Seymour’s unobtrusive manner, sense of humor and ability to listen, helped in the creation of portraits that […]
London, Paris and Rome in 1950 Through Beautiful Color Photos
This post was originally published on this siteAt the end of World War II, millions of people were dead and millions more homeless, the European […]
Fascinating Vintage Snaps of Rome in 1956
This post was originally published on this siteThese amazing snaps were captured by Allan Hailstone on a trip to Rome as a schoolboy with his […]
Stunning Vintage Black-and-White Photos of Edwin Smith
This post was originally published on this siteEdwin Smith (born Edwin George Herbert Smith) was an English photographer best known for his distinctive vignettes of […]
Italian Defense Shoes With Spurs for Protection, 1955
This post was originally published on this siteIn 1955 in Italy, defense shoes, complete with spurs on toes and heels to kick away sex pests, […]
Old color photographs of Rome, 1890s
This post was originally published on this siteThese vivid color images show the everyday life and the ancient landmarks of Rome in the 1890s. While […]
Bone Church of Rome: Amazing Vintage Photos Show Inside Rome’s Capuchin Crypt From the Late 19th Century
This post was originally published on this sitePopularly known as the Capuchin Crypt, the ossuary displays the bones of over 3,700 Capuchin friars, who died […]
40 Fascinating Photos Capture Street Scenes of Rome in 1954
This post was originally published on this siteRome is the capital city and a special comune of Italy (named Comune di Roma Capitale), as well […]
Stairway to Heaven, 1949
This post was originally published on this siteSteps to Santa Maria Aracoeli Church, Rome, Italy, 1949. Photographed by Herbert List. (© Herbert List/Magnum Photos) The […]
Anita Ekberg Facing Paparazzi With Bow and Arrows at Her Home in Rome on October 20, 1960
This post was originally published on this siteAnita Ekberg shot arrows at paparazzi who followed her home late at night on October 19, 1960 from […]
Life in Italy in 1948 Through Ivan Dmitri’s Beautiful Shots
This post was originally published on this siteIvan Dmitri (1900-1968), or Levon West, was well-known for his portrayals in color photography, watercolors and etchings. Dmitri […]