Fulvio Orsino

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Fulvio Orsino

FULVIO ORSINO Italian churchman, antiquarian, librarian and author. Date: 1529 - 1600

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1529 1600 Antiquarian Churchman Librarian Orsino Fulvio

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1. Title: "Fulvio Orsino: The Scholar-Priest of the Roman Renaissance" Fulvio Orsino (1529-1600), an Italian churchman, antiquarian, librarian, and author, is depicted in this evocative portrait that transports us back to the vibrant and intellectually rich world of the Roman Renaissance. Orsino's keen intellect and deep commitment to the preservation of knowledge are evident in his piercing gaze and the open book cradled in his hands. Born in Rome, Orsino was ordained as a priest in the Dominican Order in 1554. However, his true passion lay in the study of ancient history and literature. He became a librarian at the Vatican Library in 1565, where he spent the remainder of his life, amassing an unparalleled collection of manuscripts and rare books. Orsino's most significant contribution to the world of scholarship was his groundbreaking work, "Ab urbe condita," a history of Rome from its founding to the time of Augustus. Orsino's dedication to the preservation of knowledge extended beyond his own research. He was a tireless advocate for the importance of libraries and the role they played in the intellectual life of the city. In 1583, he founded the Biblioteca Capitolare Vaticana, the first public library in Rome, which remains an essential resource for scholars today. This portrait of Fulvio Orsino not only offers a glimpse into the life of an extraordinary Renaissance scholar but also serves as a reminder of the enduring importance of the pursuit of knowledge and the role of libraries in fostering intellectual curiosity and discovery.

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