Stands and a bookstall keeper in front of the Palazzo della Ragione, in Padua

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Stands and a bookstall keeper in front of the Palazzo della Ragione, in Padua

Stands and a bookstall keeper in front of the Palazzo della Ragione, in Padua Padua Building Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1950-1960. Date of Artwork:1218 - 1219, 1306 - 1309, 1759. Artist:Giovanni degli Eremitani, fra

Villani Achille
VAA-F-002121-0000

Media ID 33398347

© Alinari Archives, Florence

Arcade Commerce And Trade Commercial Newsstand Open Gallery Plantgothic Stand Structure And Site Tabernacle And Newsstand With Action

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> Architecture > Styles > Gothic Architecture

> Europe > Italy > Veneto > Padua

EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the essence of a bygone era in Padua, Italy. In front of the magnificent Palazzo della Ragione, stands and a bookstall keeper create a bustling scene that transports us back to the Middle Ages. The Palazzo della Ragione, an architectural masterpiece dating back to 1218-1219 and later expanded in 1306-1309, serves as an impressive backdrop for this lively street scene. Its Gothic design is evident in its grandeur and intricate details that have withstood the test of time. Amidst this historical setting, we see an urban tabernacle transformed into a newsstand. The bookstall keeper diligently tends to his wares while passersby engage in commerce and trade. This vibrant arcade becomes not only a hub for selling books but also a gathering place where people exchange ideas and stories. As our eyes wander beyond the stalls, we catch glimpses of other architectural elements that define Padua's charm - open galleries adorned with decorative sections that add character to the cityscape. Lush vegetation adds life to this view of the city, reminding us of nature's resilience amidst human-made structures. This photograph taken between 1950-1960 by Villani Achille beautifully encapsulates both history and daily life in one frame. It invites us to reflect on how architecture shapes our surroundings while showcasing how people interact within these spaces throughout different periods. Through Alinari's lens, we are transported through time - from medieval Europe to modern-day Padua - witnessing moments frozen forever within this remarkable image.

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