Abbigliamento Collection
"Abbigliamento: A Glimpse into the Lives of Diverse Cultures" Step back in time to Africa, circa 1901
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"Abbigliamento: A Glimpse into the Lives of Diverse Cultures" Step back in time to Africa, circa 1901. Young Africans, once vibrant and full of life, now find themselves bound by chains. Their struggle for freedom echoes through history. In another corner of Africa, a group of indigenous people suffer from severe malnutrition. The haunting image serves as a reminder of the harsh realities faced by many during this era. Yet amidst the hardships, there is resilience. Young Africans stand tall against adversity, their spirit unbroken despite the challenges they face. Traveling further east to Uganda, we encounter a portrait capturing women with Ugandan children. It showcases the beauty and strength that lies within these communities. Traditional clothes tell stories untold; a group portrait reveals African women adorned in garments rich with cultural significance. Each thread weaves tales passed down through generations. Art takes on various forms across time and geography - even irony finds its place in an unexpected seated female nude pose from 1880-1890. It challenges societal norms while provoking thought and discussion. Moving away from Africa momentarily, our lens shifts towards India's Fakir population captured between 1880-1890. These individuals embody spirituality and devotion ingrained within their culture. Tragedy strikes as we witness the murder of Empress Minbi during the late 19th century at the hands of Japanese ambassador's order - an event forever etched in black-and-white photography's memory. A glimpse into art history brings us Saint Anthony presenting Giulia Trivulzio - a moment frozen in time on tempera-painted wood dating back to the 16th century; an ode to patronage and admiration. Finally, Naples beckons us with its bustling streets where macaroni is resold among lively crowds captured through drawings and stereoscopic images dating back to c1870-1880 ca. , offering a glimpse into the daily life of Italy's vibrant city.