Category Archives: California

The Piccirilli Brothers

Posted on March 21, 2024 by babbityjean

Since probably well before the Renaissance, Italian sculptors were renowned throughout the world for their artistry and skill.  Even in America until the late 1880s, plaster models were shipped to Italy to have them translated into marble by carvers there.  … Continue reading →

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Calcio o Tennis?

Posted on January 30, 2024 by babbityjean

È possibile che il tennis possa eclissare il calcio nella coscienza collettiva d’Italia?  Forse non per un lungo periodo.  Ma per ora, Jannik Sinner ha catturato l’immaginazione di tutto lo sport italiano.  La sua vittoria rimontando agli Australiane Open è … Continue reading →

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Football/Soccer or Tennis?

Posted on January 30, 2024 by babbityjean

Is it possible that tennis could eclipse football in the collective consciousness of Italy?  Maybe not for the long run, but for now, Jannik Sinner has captured the imagination of all Italian sport.  His come-from-behind victory at the Australian Open … Continue reading →

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