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Altar on the street
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Altar on the street
Altar on the street Italy. Date of Photograph:ante 1957
Villani Achille,Ferri, Luciano
VAA-F-002327-0000
Media ID 33398411
© Alinari Archives, Florence
Altar Candelabrum Catholicism Faithful Flower For Children Furnishings For Sacred Spaces Kerchief Of Social Conditions Painting Poverty Prayer Wrought Metal Applied Arts And Crafts Christian Religion For Daytime Society And Politics View Of The Country
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This photograph, titled "Altar on the Street" transports us back in time to Italy before 1957. The image captures a moment of profound spirituality amidst the hustle and bustle of everyday life. In the foreground stands an intricately designed altar, adorned with religious elements and furnishings. Its candelabrum, crafted from wrought metal, exudes a timeless elegance. This sacred object serves as a reminder of faith's enduring presence in people's lives. Behind the altar, we catch a glimpse of an old window belonging to one of Italy's traditional buildings. Its faded decoration hints at years gone by while adding depth to the composition. A female figure dressed in period attire can be seen nearby, her headdress and kerchief reflecting both civilian fashion and religious customs. The painting displayed on the wall behind her adds another layer to this scene - it depicts a faithful person engaged in prayer, symbolizing devotion within Catholicism. This juxtaposition between art and reality invites contemplation about spirituality amidst poverty and social conditions. As our gaze extends beyond these human elements, we notice glimpses of street scenes unfolding in the background: passersby going about their daily routines against a backdrop of lush vegetation and blooming flowers. These natural elements provide contrast to urban life while reminding us that beauty can thrive even amid challenging circumstances. Photographers Villani Achille and Luciano Ferri have masterfully captured this slice-of-life moment with impeccable attention to detail. Their lens has immortalized not just an altar on the street but also encapsulated broader themes such as religion, society, architecture, fashion, nature's resilience – all contained within this single frame frozen in time.
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