Home > Animals > Mammals > Cats (Wild) > Lion
Eighteenth century coffeepots and sugar tongs
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Fondazione Alinari per la Fotografia
Eighteenth century coffeepots and sugar tongs
Eighteenth century coffeepots and sugar tongs Italy Jug Eighteenth Century, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1890 ca.. Date of Artwork:XVIII-XIX secc
Alinari, Fratelli
APA-F-000328-0000
Media ID 33152920
© Alinari Archives, Florence
Fanciful Animal Lion Literature And Fiction Maleeighteenth Century
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Animals
> Mammals
> Cats (Wild)
> Lion
> Arts
> Art Movements
> Baroque
> Arts
> Artists
> F
> Fratelli Alinari Fratelli Alinari
> Arts
> Realistic drawings
> Animal portraits
> Animal artwork
> Arts
> Realistic drawings
> Animal portraits
> Fine art
> Europe
> Italy
> Tuscany
> Florence
> Historic
> Renaissance art
> Baroque art
> Renaissance paintings
> Historic
> Renaissance art
> Baroque art
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print transports us back to the elegance and opulence of the eighteenth century. Displayed before our eyes are exquisite examples of coffeepots and sugar tongs, meticulously crafted in Italy during this period. The coffeepots, with their Renaissance-Baroque styles, stand as a testament to the artistic mastery that flourished in Europe during the first and second millenniums A. D. Their intricate designs and ornate details evoke a sense of grandeur, reminding us of an era when coffee was considered a luxurious indulgence reserved for the elite. Accompanying these magnificent coffeepots are delicate sugar tongs, which add an additional touch of refinement to this composition. These utensils were essential accessories for serving sugar cubes or sweetening beverages, reflecting both practicality and aesthetic appeal. Captured by Alinari Fratelli around 1890, this photograph preserves not only the beauty of these objects but also provides us with a glimpse into history. It allows us to appreciate how artistry transcends time and continues to inspire generations even centuries later. As we admire this image, it is impossible not to imagine oneself transported into a lavish European salon from the eighteenth century. The lion figurine placed alongside these elegant artifacts adds an element of whimsy – perhaps symbolizing strength or nobility – inviting our imagination to wander through literature's fanciful realms. Whether male or female figures depicted here remain unknown; their portraits serve as silent witnesses to an era defined by sophistication and cultural refinement. Through this photograph print by Alinari Fratelli from Alinari - one cannot help but marvel at how such seemingly ordinary objects can hold so much historical significance while still retaining their allure after all these years.
MADE IN AUSTRALIA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
