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Why is a Wunderkammer kitsch?

Treasure Chest, Georg Hainz 1666 For my blog is all about wunderkammer, I though It was the time to talk about what a wunderkammer is and the connection I see between cabinets of curiosities and kitsch. A wunderkammer is basically a collection…

Amalfi coast and Capri photodiary

Even if it’s been a long time since I’ve been to Capri and Amalfi coast some months ago, I thought it was worth to post these pictures for the nostalgic and gloomy mood they communicate. For more about my trip to…

Prenez mon coeur. Fashion and Religion.

Jessica Stam during Jean Paul Gautier ss 2007 La trovata che Tisci inventa per la collezione Givenchy p/e uomo 2013 non ha niente di nuovo, non solo nella storia della moda, ma anche nella sua personale carriera. L’espediente delle stampe,…

Malplaquet House

Londra si conferma come la patria delle stravaganze illogiche. Malplaquet House è un perfetto esempio di quello che può essere una wunderkammer moderna. La casa, formata da più di 20 stanze e datata al 1740, si trova nella zona di London’s…

Seville’s Cathedral

The Cathedral of Saint Mary of the See, also known as Seville Cathedral, is the largest Gothic cathedral and the third-largest church in the world. Inside, one can admire the incredible treasure of the Cathedral. follow facebook/twitter/bloglovin From La Giralda:

September fragments

I’m back to everyday life, but before starting with September fragments I want to give you some news. I’ve been nominated by Altervista among the best fashion blogs in 2012, vote me if you want here! I also created a…