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Attendance at the races at San Siro, May 1899
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Attendance at the races at San Siro, May 1899
3569879 Attendance at the races at San Siro, May 1899 by Unknown photographer, (19th century); (add.info.: San Siro Racecourse, Milan
1899
Photographer: Unidentified Author); Alinari Archives, Florence
Media ID 38442974
© Alinari Archives, Florence / Bridgeman Images
Bystander Hippodrome Of Social Rapport Society And Politics
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This print captures the bustling atmosphere at the San Siro Racecourse in Milan during May of 1899. The image, taken by an unknown photographer from the 19th century, showcases a sea of spectators eagerly watching as horses thunder down the track. With a staggering attendance of 3,569,879 people, this event was clearly a highlight on the social calendar.
The architecture of the hippodrome is strikingly depicted in the background, adding to the grandeur and excitement of the scene. Bystanders can be seen chatting animatedly amongst themselves, their fashionable attire reflecting the societal norms and trends of that era.
The photograph not only provides a glimpse into a momentous sporting event but also offers insight into the social dynamics and political climate of late 19th-century Italy. The sheer number of attendees speaks to a society that valued leisure activities and communal gatherings.
Overall, this image serves as a time capsule capturing both the energy and elegance of horse racing at San Siro in 1899. It is a testament to how sports have always been intertwined with culture and society throughout history.
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