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A man brings a cow back to the stable. A scooter with a trailer for transporting milk bottles is parked outside the stable
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A man brings a cow back to the stable. A scooter with a trailer for transporting milk bottles is parked outside the stable
A man brings a cow back to the stable. A scooter with a trailer for transporting milk bottles is parked outside the stable. Italy. Date of Photograph:1950 - 1960
Villani, Studio
VAA-F-002444-0000
Media ID 33398991
© Alinari Archives, Florence
Beret Container Diet Door Farmer Farming And Country Life Farmstead Food For Work Liquid Milk Peasant Rural Structure Or Place Zoology And Zootechnics
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This vintage photograph captures a timeless scene of rural life in Italy during the mid-20th century. In the foreground, a man gently guides a cow back to the stable, showcasing the strong bond between humans and animals in agricultural communities. The man's weathered face reflects years of hard work and dedication to his vocation as a farmer. Outside the stable, parked alongside it, is a scooter with a trailer specifically designed for transporting milk bottles. This simple yet ingenious mode of transportation highlights the resourcefulness and practicality of farmers in utilizing available means to carry out their daily tasks. The architecture of the farmstead is rustic and charming, with its wooden door adorned with decorative elements that speak to an era when attention was paid even to functional structures. A window on one side allows natural light into this humble abode where both human and animal coexist harmoniously. The man wears traditional clothing indicative of his occupation - from his beret perched atop his head to his sturdy attire suitable for working outdoors. His portrait exudes resilience and pride as he carries out his duties on this picturesque Italian countryside. In addition to capturing scenes from everyday life, this photograph also showcases zoology and zootechnics through its depiction of cows - terrestrial mammals essential for dairy farming. The presence of milk bottles hints at not only sustenance but also economic activity tied closely to agriculture. Taken by Villani Studio between 1950-1960, this print offers viewers an intimate glimpse into Italy's rich farming heritage while celebrating the symbiotic relationship between humans, animals, nature, and tradition.
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