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Partial view of the megalithic walls of a Messapic Age, Manduria, province of Taranto. Near the walls three young men with the wheel of a cart are visible. On the left, an old woman and a man riding a mule are visible
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Partial view of the megalithic walls of a Messapic Age, Manduria, province of Taranto. Near the walls three young men with the wheel of a cart are visible. On the left, an old woman and a man riding a mule are visible
Partial view of the megalithic walls of a Messapic Age, Manduria, province of Taranto. Near the walls three young men with the wheel of a cart are visible. On the left, an old woman and a man riding a mule are visible. Manduria Walls Hellenistic, Greek Art, Greece, Europe, Ancient Civilization. Date of Photograph:1920 - 1930 ca.. Date of Artwork:V - III secc. a.C
Alinari, Fratelli
ACA-F-035437-0000
Media ID 33144853
© Alinari Archives, Florence
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This print captures a partial view of the megalithic walls of Manduria, a province in Taranto, Italy. Dating back to the Messapic Age, these ancient walls stand as a testament to an incredible civilization that once thrived in this region. The photograph also showcases three young men standing near the walls, their presence adding a sense of scale and human connection to this historical site. On the left side of the image, an old woman and a man riding a mule can be seen. Their inclusion provides further context to the scene, offering glimpses into daily life during this time period. The worn clothes they wear hint at their humble origins and evoke curiosity about their stories. The composition is strikingly beautiful with its juxtaposition of stone structures against natural elements. The wheel of a cart stands prominently in the foreground, symbolizing movement and progress amidst ancient ruins. Taken between 1920-1930 by Alinari Fratelli, renowned for capturing timeless moments through his lens, this photograph not only documents history but also serves as an artistic representation of Hellenistic Greek art from Ancient Greece. As we gaze upon this image today, we are transported back in time - witnessing both architectural marvels and ordinary people going about their lives within these historic surroundings. It reminds us that even centuries later, remnants from our past continue to shape our present understanding of culture and civilization.
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