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Interior of a House at Fondi, 1806 (lithograph)
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Interior of a House at Fondi, 1806 (lithograph)
UTD4951732 Interior of a House at Fondi, 1806 (lithograph); (add.info.: "Interior of a House at Fondi'. Fondi is a town halfway between Rome and Naples, Italy. A poor family sitting down to a meal of polenta which has been cooked in a saucepan of water suspended on a hook over the fire. Polenta flour can be made from wheat, chestnuts or maize, and the poorest people would eat it with nothing but a little salt. Hand coloured lithograph from "Italian Scenery, Manners and Customs" by Buon Airetti (London, 1806).); United Archives GmbH
Media ID 38344968
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This lithograph from 1806 offers a glimpse into the interior of a humble house in Fondi, Italy. The scene depicts a poor family gathered around a simple meal of polenta, cooked over an open fire. In this moment frozen in time, we see the daily struggles and resilience of those living in poverty during this era.
Fondi, located halfway between Rome and Naples, was home to many families who relied on basic staples like polenta to sustain themselves. The image captures the essence of Italian life at that time - simple yet rich in tradition and culture.
The hand-colored lithograph is part of "Italian Scenery, Manners and Customs" by Buon Airetti, providing a window into the customs and way of life prevalent in Italy during the early 19th century. The details captured in this print evoke empathy for those enduring hardship while also showcasing the strength and unity found within families facing adversity.
As we gaze upon this poignant depiction of everyday life in Fondi, we are reminded of the power of art to transport us across time and space, connecting us with stories that resonate with our shared humanity.
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