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"In the piazza, trying and trying again". Segment of Santa Maria Novella Square: two children are drinking from the fountain, nearby there is a horse eating from a feed bag. In the background one can see the palaces and the loggia of the old San Paolo hospital
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"In the piazza, trying and trying again". Segment of Santa Maria Novella Square: two children are drinking from the fountain, nearby there is a horse eating from a feed bag. In the background one can see the palaces and the loggia of the old San Paolo hospital
"In the piazza, trying and trying again". Segment of Santa Maria Novella Square: two children are drinking from the fountain, nearby there is a horse eating from a feed bag. In the background one can see the palaces and the loggia of the old San Paolo hospital. Florence S. Maria Novella square. Date of Photograph:1950 ca
Borra Giuseppe
BBA-F-004737-0000
Media ID 33396503
© Alinari Archives, Florence
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In the Piazza, Trying and Trying Again: A Glimpse into Santa Maria Novella Square". This photograph captures a timeless moment in the heart of Florence's historic Santa Maria Novella Square. The scene is bustling with life as two children find respite from the summer heat by drinking from a grand fountain, their innocent laughter echoing through the air. Nearby, a majestic horse peacefully indulges in its feed bag, oblivious to the commotion around it. The backdrop of this enchanting tableau showcases the architectural splendor that surrounds this iconic square. Palaces rise majestically against the clear blue sky while an elegant loggia belonging to the old San Paolo hospital adds depth and character to the composition. It is as if time stands still in this snapshot frozen in 1950. As we delve deeper into this image, we notice pigeons gracefully perched on various elements of urban furnishings scattered across the piazza. These birds become part of everyday life within these city walls – symbols of freedom amidst human activity. The photographer's keen eye also captures glimpses of daily life unfolding beyond just architecture and animals. Through open windows, one can catch glimpses of residents going about their routines inside these magnificent buildings – giving us a glimpse into their private worlds. Intriguingly, amidst all this grandeur lies an unassuming street scene where fashion meets action; children dressed in traditional clothing playfully interact with each other under watchful gazes from passersby. This evocative print by Borra Giuseppe transports us back to a simpler time when innocence thrived amid architectural marvels and nature coexisted harmoniously with humanity. It invites us to pause and appreciate not only our surroundings but also those fleeting moments that make up our shared human experience.
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