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Venetian costumes and masks: a peddler of oranges
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Venetian costumes and masks: a peddler of oranges
Venetian costumes and masks: a peddler of oranges Venice. Date of Photograph:1860 ca
Unidentified Author
FVQ-F-040377-0000
Media ID 33291118
© Alinari Archives, Florence
Basket Commerce And Trade Farming And Country Life Fruit Itinerant Vendor Of Adolescents Orange Tree Popular Product Shirt
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This photograph, titled "Venetian costumes and masks: a peddler of oranges" transports us back to the enchanting city of Venice in the mid-19th century. Taken around 1860, this image captures the essence of commerce and trade during that era. In the foreground stands a young male peddler, dressed in an elaborate Venetian costume. His attire includes a distinctive hat adorned with feathers and ribbons, showcasing his fashionable sense of style. The intricate headdress adds an air of mystery to his persona, hinting at the allure of Venetian masquerade balls. The peddler proudly holds a basket filled with vibrant oranges - his prized product for sale. These juicy fruits are carefully arranged within the basket, their bright colors contrasting against his dark clothing. The orange tree behind him further emphasizes his occupation as it symbolizes farming and country life. His youthful face is captured in profile, revealing determination mixed with innocence. This portrait provides insight into the lives of adolescents who were engaged in business ventures during that time period. The composition exudes authenticity; we can almost hear the bustling soundscape surrounding him as he navigates through narrow Venetian streets or squares. It invites us to imagine ourselves strolling along those same cobblestone paths while savoring freshly picked oranges from this charismatic vendor's basket. Although taken by an unidentified author from Alinari, this photograph transcends its anonymity through its ability to transport viewers across time and space – allowing us to experience firsthand both the charm of Venetian culture and its rich history rooted in commerce and trade.
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