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Pasta drying in the streets, Naples, 1897 (b / w photo)
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Pasta drying in the streets, Naples, 1897 (b / w photo)
STC256686 Pasta drying in the streets, Naples, 1897 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22944212
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Dried Mass Production Preparation Produce Producing Rack Racks Spaghetti National Dish
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This photograph transports us back to the bustling streets of Naples in 1897. The image showcases a quintessential scene from daily life, as pasta is left to dry on racks right out in the open. The photographer, an English artist from the 19th century whose name remains unknown, beautifully captures this moment of Italian tradition and culinary excellence. The sight of countless strands of spaghetti hanging delicately on wooden racks creates a mesmerizing pattern against the backdrop of narrow cobblestone streets. This snapshot offers a glimpse into the mass production and preparation process that goes into producing Italy's beloved national dish. It highlights how pasta was traditionally made by hand before modern machinery took over. The photo also serves as a reminder of how food has always been deeply intertwined with culture and community. In Naples, where food is not just sustenance but an art form, this simple act of drying pasta becomes a symbol of shared traditions and collective identity. Preserved in time through photography, this image allows us to appreciate both the beauty found in everyday moments and the rich history behind one of Italy's most iconic foods.
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