Joe spotted a della robbia wreath on the corner of this building. We learned that at one time, there were over 5,000 in Roma.
Not only a symbol of blessing on a home, each one served a practical purpose: mounted near the corners with a candle lit in front (see the iron candle holder?), the white porcelain reflected light at night…like a modern-day streetlamp!
Today, there are less than 500 remaining in the city. Note the electric streetlamp now mounted directly above the ancient della robbia wreath and its candle holder.
Where in the world are the Gills? 