Borghese | |
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Italian noble family | |
Country | Republic of Siena Grand Duchy of Tuscany Papal States Kingdom of Naples Kingdom of Italy |
Current region | Italy |
Founded | 1238 |
Founder | Tiezzo da Monticiano |
Current head | H.E. Don Scipione II, Prince Borghese, 14th Prince of Sulmona, 15th Prince of Rossano (b. 1970) |
Titles | Numerous titles
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Motto | In Utroque Vigil |
The House of Borghese is a family of Italian noble and papal background, originating as the Borghese or Borghesi in Siena, where they came to prominence in the 13th century and held offices under the commune. During the 16th century, the head of the family, Marcantonio, moved to Rome, where they rose in power and wealth following the election of his son Camillo as Pope Paul V in 1605. They were one of the leading families of the black nobility and maintain close ties to the Vatican.