Lucrezia Borgia

This captivating portrait features a woman adorned in a striking red gown, elegantly posed with a vintage perfume bottle in hand. The backdrop is a deep, rich red that highlights the subject's soft features and cascading blonde hair, creating a bold contrast. The circular frame provides a classic touch, while the text 'AUT CAESAR AUT NIHIL' elegantly announces the theme of empowerment and choice. The use of refined details and the expressive gaze of the woman evoke a sense of mystery and intrigue, making this piece a perfect conversation starter.
This painting would be a stunning addition to a living room or study, serving as a focal point over a fireplace or a sophisticated accent in a personal library. Its striking colors and themes lend themselves to a variety of interior styles, from contemporary to classic, enhancing the room's overall elegance and charm.

She comes as a symbol of a female legata to the “Ragion di Stato”. Lei, figlia di Papa Alessandro VI and sorella di Cesare il “Valentino” viene “usata” accondiscendendo an ordire trame e omicidi volti a favorire a potere politico immense nella cornice dell’Italia Rinascimentale. The motto of the Borgia AUT CAESAR AUT NIHIL, or Cesare o niente, simboleggia complete la sete di potere di questa famiglia corrotta esercitato per molti anni, e la boccetta di vetro mai vuota del veleno propinato è the arma gioiosa di questa fragile e passionale .