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The Spedale degli Innocenti during the paving of the Piazza Santissima Annunziata
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The Spedale degli Innocenti during the paving of the Piazza Santissima Annunziata
The Spedale degli Innocenti during the paving of the Piazza Santissima Annunziata Florence piazza della Santissima Annunziata Portico, Gallery Early Renaissance, Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1890 ca.. Date of Artwork:1421-1424. Artist:Brunelleschi, Filippo
Alinari, Fratelli
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This photograph captures a moment in time at the iconic Spedale degli Innocenti during the paving of Piazza Santissima Annunziata in Florence. The image, taken around 1890, showcases the grandeur of this historical site that dates back to the early Renaissance period. Designed by the renowned architect Filippo Brunelleschi between 1421 and 1424, this architectural masterpiece is an exquisite blend of Renaissance and Renaissance-Baroque styles. The portico and gallery display intricate details that highlight the artistic brilliance of its creator. In this snapshot, we see workers diligently laying down pavement while a majestic horse stands nearby. The presence of terrestrial mammals adds an element of liveliness to this scene from everyday life in Florence during that era. The arches and columns create a harmonious backdrop for the bustling square. This open gallery serves as both a decorative feature and functional space for visitors to seek shelter or simply admire their surroundings. Interestingly, just beyond these architectural wonders lies a hospital dedicated to caring for innocent children - hence its name "Spedale degli Innocenti". It's fascinating how such contrasting elements coexist within one space: beauty intertwined with compassion. A woman dressed in fashionable clothing walks along the road adjacent to Piazza Santissima Annunziata. Her presence reminds us that transportation has always been an integral part of urban life throughout history. This remarkable photograph was captured by Alinari Fratelli, showcasing their exceptional talent in capturing moments frozen in time. As we gaze upon it today, we are transported back to late 19th-century Europe when elegance met progress on the streets of Florence.
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