Villa Lubin, Early 20th century headquarters building in Villa Borghese gardens, Rome, Italy.
Villa Lubin is a building in the Villa Borghese gardens in Rome, mixing Baroque Revival and Art Nouveau styles on its facade. Three large arches and half-columns frame the entrance and open into an atrium; the building now houses the National Council for Economy and Labour.
The building was completed in 1908 and first served as the seat of the International Institute of Agriculture, under the patronage of King Victor Emmanuel III. Some of the artists who worked on the Monument to Victor Emmanuel II also contributed to its decoration.
The building served as a meeting place for discussions about farming and international cooperation in the early 1900s. You can still see decorations with agricultural and historical themes that reflect the original purpose of the place.
The building sits inside the Villa Borghese gardens and is easiest to reach on foot while walking through the park. The exterior can be seen at any time, though access inside may be limited as it serves as an active government office.
Inside, the Sala Gialla holds two paintings by Lemmo Rossi-Scotti: 'The Triumph of Ceres' and 'Procession of Nations', made specifically for the building's original role. Both works depict agricultural themes and international cooperation, tied directly to the institute that first occupied the space.
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