Porta Pia Collection

For dalla porta pia (Villa outside the Porta Pia). Creator: Herman van Swanevelt
For dalla porta pia (Villa outside the Porta Pia)

Villa Outside the Porta Pia. Creator: Herman van Swanevelt
Villa Outside the Porta Pia

The Entry of the Italians into Rome (engraving)
1052189 The Entry of the Italians into Rome (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Entry of the Italians into Rome)

20 September 1870: Porta Pia - Breaching the walls
LLM459770 20 September 1870: Porta Pia - Breaching the walls by Scarpelli, Tancredi (1866-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: 20 September 1870: Porta Pia - Breaching the walls)

The Porta Pia [reverse], 1561. Creator: Gian Federigo Bonzagna
The Porta Pia [reverse], 1561

Study for Porta Pia in Rome, ca 1561. Artist: Buonarroti, Michelangelo (1475-1564)
Study for Porta Pia in Rome, ca 1561. Found in the collection of Casa Buonarroti, Florence

View Villa Capizucchi Rome Porta Pia left View
View of Villa Capizucchi in Rome, with the Porta Pia at the left View from the Villa Patrizi on the Porta Pia, the Porta Salaria and the Villa Capizucchi in Rome

Porta Pia Italian 1870 Albumen silver print
Porta Pia; Italian; about 1870; Albumen silver print

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September 20, 1870: A pivotal moment in Rome's history unfolded as Italian troops breached Porta Pia, marking the end of the Papal States and the unification of Italy. This iconic event was immortalized in various artworks, such as engravings from the late 19th century and oil paintings, including Michelangelo Buonarroti's Study for Porta Pia in Rome. The historic gate, first built in 1561 by Gian Federigo Bonzagna, stands today as a symbol of Italian unity and resilience. Wander through Rome and explore the rich history surrounding Porta Pia, from its humble beginnings as a city gate to its role in shaping the Italian nation.