Milan in three segments
One. A walk to the Duomo.
Hello everyone,
I have been in Milan working. I love this city with its ponderous architecture, hidden gardens, La Scala Opera House and of course Leonardo’s Last Supper. I took some pictures for you in the center of my happy adventures, which included singing in the Grand Salon at La Scala. I send well wishes to all and have had many thoughts about my Substack and best serve my readers and viewers. We can talk about that in days to come.
And now Milan, where I had a room that contained the desk of Guiseppi Verdi and had a meal of Roman style artichokes and a spectacular sea urchin pasta….
On the way to the Doumo, through the beautiful shopping arcade built in the latter 19th century. It opens onto the square with the magnificent cathedral to the left.
The statue of the flayed St Bartholomew was made by the sculptor Marco d’Agrate in 1562 for the Veneranda Fabbrica of the Duomo. It stands on a high pedestal, in the right-hand wing of the Cathedral transept. It is a reminder of sacrifice for one’s beliefs as well as a homage to the nobility and strength within the anatomy of man.
I love this statue of Leonardo da Vinci as old man and his acolytes. The young artists look across time to the future, as the great Leonardo contemplates the mysteries of art and science and his own approaching end.
Hi Patti, I have never been a fan of architecture or painting, I'm more drawn to music, movies and literature. But lately, a lot thanks to you, I've.come to appreciate so much the spirit that lies in all of man made constructions and in "things".. It's the meaning we can find in them or the impressions upon us as we observe that makes them beautiful and move us in some way. I have the same feeling when you share with us that you are staying in a room with Verdi's desk in it, or when you sleep in some artist's bed , it's like time didn't exist, past and present converge and the spirit is always there. Anyway, thank you for bringing joy and awe to us through your own.experiences..
Patti! This is fantastic! You, in the city where I live. And such beautiful photos. I love Milan, but I'm obviously biased. Having lived years in NYC and London and Paris, though, I've come to appreciate the city as an elegant blend of architectural beauty, fascinating history, and respectful inhabitants. Plus, it's always been a place of possibilities, ever since Leonardo found his artistic success late in life when he moved here. Thanks for posting this.