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Interior of an Esso gas station
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Interior of an Esso gas station
Interior of an Esso gas station Italy. Date of Photograph:1950-1960
Cartoni, Alberto
FVQ-F-225187-0000
Media ID 33306522
© Alinari Archives, Florence
Armchair Automobile Balcony Balustrade Bottle Brand Business Sign Chair Chandelier Crest Flower Box Gasoline Pump Gate Newspaper Pole Pump Small Table Stained Glass Window Symbol By Land Doormat Emblem For Landscapes On The Road
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This print transports us back in time to the 1950s or 1960s, capturing the essence of an Esso gas station in Italy. The interior of this bustling urban establishment is filled with intriguing details that tell a story of a bygone era. The business sign proudly displays the iconic Esso logo, symbolizing reliability and quality service. As we explore further, our eyes are drawn to the carefully chosen furnishings for civic spaces. An elegant armchair invites weary travelers to rest while waiting for their vehicles to be serviced. A small table adorned with a chandelier adds a touch of sophistication to this humble setting. Outside, amidst lush vegetation and towering trees, we notice various elements that contribute to the charm of this gas station's architecture. A beautifully designed balustrade frames a stained glass window on the building's facade, adding character and elegance. Flower boxes adorn windowsills, bringing life and color into this otherwise industrial scene. An automobile parked nearby hints at the constant flow of customers relying on this essential mode of transportation. The presence of objects such as bottles and newspapers suggests convenience items available for purchase within the premises. Every detail within this photograph speaks volumes about Alberto Cartoni's keen eye for composition and storytelling through imagery. It captures not only an ordinary gas station but also represents an emblematic slice of Italian history during mid-century times. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece captured by Cartoni's lens, it serves as a reminder that even seemingly mundane places hold beauty worth preserving in photographs – frozen moments that transport us across time and evoke nostalgia for simpler days gone by.
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