Des Épigraphes for Margutta 19: an homage to a Roman secret

In Rome, there is a street that is like a secret, only whispered to travelers who are meant to hear it. Just a few steps from the legendary Spanish Steps and the - très chic - Villa Borghese, this alley is a unique place in Rome, where art, elegance and history fuse all together in ways both rare and timeless; making it a staple for Rome connoisseurs. 

This real-life storybook has been a hidden refuge for dreamers, artists and curious minds. For centuries, it has shaped Rome despite its modest length. During the last century, this is where Federico Fellini lived and worked, creating the dreams of post-war Italy in the center of the eternal city. But also where in Roman Holiday, Audrey Hepburn and Gregory Peck meandered, painting a Roman romance we still dream about. Marcello Mastroianni, Picasso or even de Chirico, residents of Via Margutta, and so many other greats also left their mark here, creating a legacy that transformed the street into a muse in itself.

Audrey Hepburn overlooking Via Margutta in Roman Holiday (1953)

But what makes Via Margutta a Roman staple for cosmopolitans is its intimate charm despite the chaotic Roman beauty surrounding it. It has something unspoiled by modernity and its bustle. Its shaded courtyards, intimate art galleries and artisan workshops create a hidden gateway to another time.

For Des Épigraphes, Via Margutta has always been important. During his first month in Rome, Founder Tolga Avan, fell under its spell. He would then return here throughout years to feel its quiet magnetism and timeless sophistication over and over. And in a way, it was here that one part of the soul of the brand began to take shape. 

When the opportunity to collaborate with Margutta 19 arose it truly felt like destiny. This five-star palazzo (part of The Rome Luxury Suites Hotel Collection) is a proper homage to Via Margutta and its artistic and exclusive spirit. The property has impeccable suites, a secret garden and a contemporary vision of Italian hospitality while being a true example of elegance. 

To celebrate our shared love for Via Margutta, we created an exclusive postcard. Only available in the private suites of Margutta 19, it is a proper souvenir for guests. A keepsake for those who understand the beauty and the rarity of such places and moments and see travel as a proper way of living.

For Des Épigraphes, Via Margutta has always been a secret way to Rome’s soul; and Margutta 19 its perfect custodian. This collaboration, born from shared dreams and values, is a way for our brand to carry forward a legacy of art and elegance while establishing itself as an exclusive maker of travel souvenirs. One we are delighted to share with you now.