Honors for Msgr. Francesco Boncompagni, as Papal Governor of Rieti: page 1
Magnificent Renaissance/Baroque illumination by Giovanni Battista Martini honoring Msgr. Boncompagni. Heraldry, florals & intricate detail on vellum. A rare glimpse into 18th-century artistry.
Giovanni Battista Martini
Giovanni Battista Martini (1706-1784): Influential Italian composer, Franciscan friar & music historian. Mentor to Mozart, champion of the Roman school, and a vast musical scholar. Explore his legacy!
Archivio Boncompagni Ludovisi
Explore Roman history at the Archivio Boncompagni Ludovisi! Discover private archives, digital humanities projects & insights into centuries of noble life in Rome. Uncover fascinating documents and art commissions.