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    Over the years, linguistics have changed this place from a 'ring-like' structure to a substantial vessel. During the 1400's it was redefined as another geometrical shape, and it's main feature recognises the expertise of a certain artist known for his rather cheeky elephant. What is it, what is the feature, and who was the artist?

    Question #69696. Asked by peasypod. (Aug 14 06 7:55 PM)


    lanfranco

    		Oh, I'm going to take a wild guess that this is Piazza Navona in Rome. Its main adornment is Bernini's Fountain of the Four Rivers, and Bernini is also known for the charming obelisk-supporting elephant (probably executed by Ferrata) outside of Santa Maria in sopra Minerva near the Pantheon.

    The Pietro da Cortona frescoes in the Palazzo Pamphili on the Piazza are quite nice. Since the place is now an embassy, it is possible to get in there:


    http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Piazza_Navona

    Aug 15 06, 10:59 AM
    peasypod

    		Nice One Frankie, I was having a conversation yesterday involving the 'starving' (con) artists set up in Piazza Navona, and the thought of the smiling elephant really put those guys into perspective. Although, I have been known to bring home a nice piece or two, myself.

    http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gianlorenzo_Bernini

    Aug 15 06, 3:07 PM

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