VOICED: Caravaggio comes home to sumptuously restored Genoan villa

The Villa del Principium in Genoa, once forgotten, has been restored over the past decade. Originally built in the 16th century, it remains in the hands of the original admiral's descendants. Since reopening to the public in 1997, continuous efforts have been made to restore its original beauty. Historians believe Caravaggio visited the villa, and his painting 'Rest on the Flight into Egypt' is a highlight of an ongoing exhibition. The family acquired this and another painting, 'The Penitent Magdalen,' for a modest sum, offering visitors a glimpse into Renaissance art.

What was the state of the Villa del Principium during much of the 20th century?

• It was a popular tourist attraction.

• It was a bustling marketplace.

• It was largely forgotten.

• It was a government building.

When was the Villa del Principium reopened to the public?

• 2017

• 2007

• 1997

• 1987

What is the significance of the painting 'Rest on the Flight into Egypt'?

• It was a gift from the Pope.

• It is a centerpiece of an exhibition at the villa.

• It was lost during World War II.

• It was painted by Leonardo da Vinci.

Who is believed to have visited the Villa del Principium?

• Raphael

• Titian

• Caravaggio

• Michelangelo

How much did the family pay for Caravaggio's paintings in 1650?

• 90 crowns

• 150 crowns

• 200 crowns

• 300 crowns