A room of the Crematorium of the Monumental Cemetery of Milan

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A room of the Crematorium of the Monumental Cemetery of Milan

A room of the Crematorium of the Monumental Cemetery of Milan. Milan Monumental Cemetery, Crematorium Cemetery Eclecticism, Nineteenth century, 19th century, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1890 ca.. Date of Artwork:1876 ca. Artist:Keller, Alberto

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BGA-F-009650-0000

Media ID 33164032

© Alinari Archives, Florence

Cemetery Coffin Crown Environment Floor Flower Funerary Furnishings For Sacred Spaces Hand Car Interior Tent Tomb Vegetal Element Or Composition

EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph captures the solemnity and grandeur of a room within the Crematorium of the Monumental Cemetery of Milan. The image, taken around 1890 by Alberto Keller and printed by Brogi from Alinari, transports us back to the 19th century in Europe. The room is adorned with intricate architectural details that showcase the eclecticism prevalent during this era. From the ornate floor patterns to the meticulously crafted furniture and furnishings, every element exudes an air of sacredness befitting its purpose as a space for final farewells. The decoration on the walls adds depth and character to this somber environment. Amidst this elegant setting, we notice various objects that symbolize both life and death. A beautiful crown made out of vegetation rests upon a tomb, representing eternal rest intertwined with nature's cycle. A delicate flower arrangement adorns a small table nearby, offering solace amidst grief. In one corner stands a hand car used for transporting coffins – an object that serves as a reminder of mortality's inevitability. Its presence juxtaposed against the serene atmosphere evokes contemplation about life's fleeting nature. As we take in this mesmerizing scene, it becomes evident why cemeteries hold such significance in Christian traditions. They provide not only a final resting place but also serve as spaces for reflection and remembrance. Through Keller's lens, we are transported back in time to witness how architecture intertwines with emotions surrounding loss and mourning. This photograph encapsulates both beauty and melancholy while reminding us of our shared human experience across centuries.

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