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Monument to the partisans. Work by Piero Bottoni located in the cemetery of the Certosa Monastery in Bologna
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Monument to the partisans. Work by Piero Bottoni located in the cemetery of the Certosa Monastery in Bologna
Monument to the partisans. Work by Piero Bottoni located in the cemetery of the Certosa Monastery in Bologna Bologna Certosa, cemetery Low Relief, Basrelief Nineteenth-Twenty century, 19th-20th century, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1955 ca.. Date of Artwork:1954-1959. Artist:Bottoni, Piero
Villani Achille
VAA-F-001495-0000
Media ID 33398045
© Alinari Archives, Florence
19th 20th Century Contemporary History Subjects Female Characters Gesture Literature And Fiction Male Characters Recollection Abstract Concept And Symbol Concept Or Subject Expressed Memory Resistance
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This photograph captures the essence of Piero Bottoni's monumental artwork, "Monument to the partisans" located in the serene cemetery of the Certosa Monastery in Bologna. The low relief bas-relief sculpture stands as a powerful symbol of remembrance and resistance. In this image taken around 1955 by photographer Villani Achille, we see a group of male and female characters surrounding the monument. Their gestures and expressions convey a sense of solemnity and contemplation, as if engaged in deep communication with both the artwork itself and their own memories. Bottoni's masterpiece is an allegory for abstract concepts such as bravery, sacrifice, and unity. It serves as a tangible reminder of the struggles faced during World War II, evoking emotions tied to contemporary history subjects. The artist skillfully portrays these themes through his intricate depiction of human figures intertwined with symbolic elements. The composition exudes a timeless quality that transcends its creation between 1954-1959. Its significance stretches across centuries - from Europe's first millennium to present times - reminding us that memory knows no bounds when it comes to honoring those who fought for freedom. As we gaze upon this remarkable print by Alinari, we are transported into a world where art becomes an instrument for preserving collective recollections. It invites us to reflect on our own roles within history while paying homage to those who have shaped our past.
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