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The ruins inside the Church of Santa Maria in Falerii Novi, near Civita Castellana, in the province of Viterbo, in Lazio
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The ruins inside the Church of Santa Maria in Falerii Novi, near Civita Castellana, in the province of Viterbo, in Lazio
The ruins inside the Church of Santa Maria in Falerii Novi, near Civita Castellana, in the province of Viterbo, in Lazio Civita Castellana Falerii Novi, Church of Santa Maria Church Romanesque, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1920-1930 ca.. Date of Artwork:XII-XIII secc
Alinari, Fratelli
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Media ID 33117604
© Alinari Archives, Florence
Apse Exedra Pilaster Rose Window Tribune
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This print captures the mesmerizing ruins inside the Church of Santa Maria in Falerii Novi, near Civita Castellana, in the province of Viterbo, Lazio. Stepping into this ancient Romanesque church is like stepping back in time to the Middle Ages. The photograph, taken around 1920-1930, beautifully showcases the architectural marvels and intricate details that have withstood centuries. The centerpiece of this image is a magnificent rose window that adorns one wall of the church. Its delicate tracery creates an ethereal play of light and shadow within its stone frame. As we explore further, our eyes are drawn to various building elements scattered throughout - arches gracefully reaching towards the heavens, pilasters standing tall as silent guardians, and sections of walls revealing glimpses into a bygone era. The remnants of an apse and exedra can be seen at one end of the church. These once grand structures now stand as testaments to human craftsmanship and devotion. A tribune stands nearby, perhaps once reserved for important religious ceremonies or distinguished guests. Every corner holds secrets waiting to be discovered; every crack tells a story untold. This photograph transports us back to a time when Europe was still emerging from its medieval roots - a time when faith shaped lives and architecture reflected aspirations. Alinari's skillful composition allows us to appreciate not only these architectural wonders but also their historical significance. It reminds us that even though empires rise and fall, art remains eternal - connecting generations across time. As we gaze upon this remarkable artwork captured on film almost a century ago, we are reminded that history lives on through such visual treasures – preserving moments frozen in time for future generations to admire and cherish.
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