Society And Politics Collection

"Japan" album: Japanese family Japan Kyoto. Date of Photograph:1866-1890

A group of men during a game of bowls Incisa in Val D'Arno. Date of Photograph:21/05/1950

The gipsoteca of the Florence State Art Institute Florence. Date of Photograph:1937-1938

Cupid kissing Psyche, work by Antonio Canova preserved in the Louvre Museum, Paris. France Paris, Louvre Museum Sculptural Group Neoclassicism, Nineteenth century, 19th century, Europe

Madonna with Child and Saints
3567549 Madonna with Child and Saints by Pesari, Giovanni Battista (d.p.1650); Galleria e Museo Estense, Modena, Italy; (add.info.: ARTIST: Pesari, Giovani Battista Date of Artwork: XVII sec)

Young japanese samurai practicing harakiri Japan. Date of Photograph:1880-1900

Marriage to the Pazzi Chapel in the first cloister of the Basilica of Santa Croce in Florence
3560607 Marriage to the Pazzi Chapel in the first cloister of the Basilica of Santa Croce in Florence; (add.info.: Basilica of Santa Croce, cloister)

Houses of Europeans in Saigon
3567076 Houses of Europeans in Saigon by Unknown photographer, (19th century); (add.info.: Saigon, Vietnam 1880-1890 Photographer: Unidentified Author); Alinari Archives, Florence

Animated view of Piazzale Michelangelo in Florence
3560256 Animated view of Piazzale Michelangelo in Florence by Unknown photographer, (19th century); (add.info.: piazzale Michelangelo, Florence 1890-1900 ca)

Half-length portrait of the English politician Robert Arthur Salisbury
3561902 Half-length portrait of the English politician Robert Arthur Salisbury by Unknown photographer, (19th century); (add.info.: 1890-1901 ca)

"Street life in London": street advertising, 1877 (print on double-weight paper)
3570749 "Street life in London": street advertising, 1877 (print on double-weight paper); (add.info.: London, Great Britain 1877 Photographer: Thomson, John;Sampson Low, Marston)

"Street life in London": sufferers from the floods
3570746 "Street life in London": sufferers from the floods; (add.info.: London, Great Britain 1877 Photographer: Thomson, John;Sampson Low, Marston, Searle & Rivington); Alinari Archives

Shepherds in Briga Alta, Imperia, 1880 (print on double-weight paper)
3570599 Shepherds in Briga Alta, Imperia, 1880 (print on double-weight paper); (add.info.: Briga Alta, Imperia 1880 ca. Photographer: Noack, Alfred); Alinari Archives, Florence

Viewers racecourse in the Cascine Park: Count Fabbricotti with his wife, Roberto Strozzi, Alberto Bignano
3569905 Viewers racecourse in the Cascine Park: Count Fabbricotti with his wife, Roberto Strozzi, Alberto Bignano by Levi, Giorgio Enrico (19th-20th century) (attr.to); (add.info.: Cascine Park)

The Duchess of Aosta and the Dukes of Genoa during an Equestrian Competition in the Verona Arena
3569900 The Duchess of Aosta and the Dukes of Genoa during an Equestrian Competition in the Verona Arena by Unknown photographer, (19th century); (add.info.: Arena)

Portrait of Giuseppe Garibaldi and his third wife Francesca Armosino. The famous condottiere is seated
3572244 Portrait of Giuseppe Garibaldi and his third wife Francesca Armosino. The famous condottiere is seated. His wife is standing next to him

Full-length portrait of young bride and groom in a garden
3571016 Full-length portrait of young bride and groom in a garden; (add.info.: 1885-1900 ca. Photographer: Unidentified Author); Alinari Archives, Florence

Portrait of Napoleon III in exile
3575813 Portrait of Napoleon III in exile; (add.info.: Great Britain 1865 ca. Photographer: Downey, William & Daniel); Alinari Archives, Florence

Portrait of the Queen Victoria
3570954 Portrait of the Queen Victoria; (add.info.: London, Great Britain 1860-1870 Photographer: Downey, William & Daniel); Alinari Archives, Florence

"Street life in London": old furniture, 1877 (print on double-weight paper)
3570776 "Street life in London": old furniture, 1877 (print on double-weight paper); (add.info.: London, Great Britain 1877 Photographer: Thomson, John;Sampson Low, Marston)

Old football with the kicking of the four of Florence Historic districts in Renaissance costumes in the presence of
3569958 Old football with the kicking of the four of Florence Historic districts in Renaissance costumes in the presence of King Umberto I and his wife

Procession of Old football with the kicking of the four of Florence Historic districts in Renaissance costumes in
3569942 Procession of Old football with the kicking of the four of Florence Historic districts in Renaissance costumes in the presence of King Umberto I and his wife

Group portrait at the Vittorio Veneto Railway Station before leaving for Mestre
3569933 Group portrait at the Vittorio Veneto Railway Station before leaving for Mestre by Unknown photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: Vittorio Veneto 1903 Photographer)

Group of nobles at the races at Auteuil, Paris
3569911 Group of nobles at the races at Auteuil, Paris by Unknown photographer, (19th century); (add.info.: Paris, France 1888 Photographer: Unidentified Author); Alinari Archives, Florence

Spectators in the stands control the outcome of a race racecourse the Cascine Park: J
3569903 Spectators in the stands control the outcome of a race racecourse the Cascine Park: J. Halphon, Miss Serjeaf, Brindisi duchess, Rohorn duchess, Countess Della Gherardesca

Viewers racecourse in the Cascine Park: Mrs. Evelina Douglas Galton-Fenzi, George Mackay, Mrs. Edwards
3569902 Viewers racecourse in the Cascine Park: Mrs. Evelina Douglas Galton-Fenzi, George Mackay, Mrs. Edwards by Levi, Giorgio Enrico (19th-20th century) (attr.to); (add.info.: Cascine Park)

A married couple; the support contains the indication "Alberto and Litteria spouses"
3560374 A married couple; the support contains the indication "Alberto and Litteria spouses" by Unknown photographer

Portrait of prince Carlos of Bourbon and his son
3560223 Portrait of prince Carlos of Bourbon and his son; (add.info.: Italy 1880 ca. Photographer: Fellini & Tempestini); Alinari Archives, Florence

Three members of the Torrigiani family at the Villa in Vico d'Elsa
3560395 Three members of the Torrigiani family at the Villa in Vico d'Elsa by Unknown photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: Vico d'Elsa, Villa Torrigiani)

"Explosion of the Cart" in Piazza Duomo in Florence
3560246 "Explosion of the Cart" in Piazza Duomo in Florence by Unknown photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: Florence 1900 ca)

Portrait of a young couple, postcard
3560471 Portrait of a young couple, postcard; (add.info.: Italy 1910-1920 Photographer: Floreal); Alinari Archives, Florence

Tomb of Henry II and Catherine de Medici, the Cathedral of St. Denis
3561069 Tomb of Henry II and Catherine de Medici, the Cathedral of St. Denis by Unknown photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: Cathedral of St. Denis, France 1900-1910 ca)

Students of the University of Cambridge tennis tournament
3561932 Students of the University of Cambridge tennis tournament; (add.info.: Great Britain 1925 ca. Photographer: Stearn & Sons); Alinari Archives, Florence

Statue of Ramses at Luxor
3561662 Statue of Ramses at Luxor; (add.info.: Luxor, Egypt 1850-1900 Date of Artwork: XIII sec. a.C. Photographer: Zangaki); Alinari Archives, Florence

Horseback ride in a London park
3561565 Horseback ride in a London park by Unknown photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: London, Great Britain 1900-1910 ca. Photographer: Unidentified Author); Alinari Archives, Florence

A man asleep in a doorway of an alley, in Algiers, 1880 (print on double-weight paper)
3561549 A man asleep in a doorway of an alley, in Algiers, 1880 (print on double-weight paper); (add.info.: Algiers, Algeria 1880 - 1890 Photographer: Unidentified Author); Alinari Archives, Florence

Album "Egypt. Photographs by E. M. Acworth": Conversation between two men on the island of Roda in Cairo
3561485 Album "Egypt. Photographs by E. M. Acworth": Conversation between two men on the island of Roda in Cairo; (add.info.: Cairo, Egypt 1910 ca)

Half-length portrait of Lord Reay, Governor of Bombay
3561423 Half-length portrait of Lord Reay, Governor of Bombay; (add.info.: 1889 ca. Photographer: Brooks, Vincent Day & Son); Alinari Archives, Florence

Monumento to Amedeo VI of Savoia, called the green count, by Pelagio Palagi in Turin
3558286 Monumento to Amedeo VI of Savoia, called the green count, by Pelagio Palagi in Turin by Fratelli Alinari (fl.1854-1920); (add.info.: Artist: Palagi)

Album " Route photo of an American family from the United States (New Jersey) in Florence
3563143 Album " Route photo of an American family from the United States (New Jersey) in Florence, 1899-1912 ": Self family trip in Europe: Mrs

Album " Route photo of an American family from the United States (New Jersey) in Florence
3563142 Album " Route photo of an American family from the United States (New Jersey) in Florence, 1899-1912 ": Self family trip in Europe: Mrs

Three-quarter length portrait of the French statesman Francois Guizot
3568368 Three-quarter length portrait of the French statesman Francois Guizot; (add.info.: 1865 - 1870 ca. Photographer: Petit, Pierre); Alinari Archives, Florence

Family portrait
3568365 Family portrait; (add.info.: Livorno 1905 Photographer: Bettini); Alinari Archives, Florence

Portrait of the Prince of Wales, future king of England, George V
3562258 Portrait of the Prince of Wales, future king of England, George V; (add.info.: Europe 1905 ca. Photographer: Alessandra d'Inghilterra); Alinari Archives, Florence

Ixavana, head of the Sakalave Tribe, with the young king Kamany, 1902 (print on double-weight paper)
3562479 Ixavana, head of the Sakalave Tribe, with the young king Kamany, 1902 (print on double-weight paper); (add.info.: Madagascar, Tsimanandrafozana)

Portrait of the French doctor and politician, Francois Vincent Raspail, as an elderly man
3567083 Portrait of the French doctor and politician, Francois Vincent Raspail, as an elderly man; (add.info.: Paris, Great Britain 1870 ca. Photographer: Goupil & C); Alinari Archives, Florence

Odoardo Beccari and family in front of the Villa di Badia in Ripoli
3564054 Odoardo Beccari and family in front of the Villa di Badia in Ripoli by Unknown photographer, (19th century); (add.info.: Badia a Ripoli)

Group of nobles at the Grand Prix of Deauville, Paris
3569883 Group of nobles at the Grand Prix of Deauville, Paris by Unknown photographer, (19th century); (add.info.: Paris, France 1896 Photographer: Unidentified Author); Alinari Archives, Florence

A young woman surrounded by pigeons in Piazza San Marco in Venice
3569882 A young woman surrounded by pigeons in Piazza San Marco in Venice by Unknown photographer, (19th century); (add.info.: Piazza San Marco)

Lively view of Piazza San Marco in Venice
3569870 Lively view of Piazza San Marco in Venice by Unknown photographer, (19th century); (add.info.: Piazza San Marco, Venice 1896 Photographer: Unidentified Author); Alinari Archives, Florence

The Empress Elisabeth of Wittelsbach (1837-1898) known as Sissi, wife of Emperor Franz Joseph I of Austria (1830-1916)
3569312 The Empress Elisabeth of Wittelsbach (1837-1898) known as Sissi, wife of Emperor Franz Joseph I of Austria (1830-1916); (add.info.: Vienna, Austria 1860 ca)

Umberto II of Savoy and Princess Maria Jose during the celebration of their marriage in the Pauline Chapel
3568661 Umberto II of Savoy and Princess Maria Jose during the celebration of their marriage in the Pauline Chapel, Vatican City; (add.info.: Pauline Chapel)

Album "Barcelone 1888": Animated view of street Fernando VII (Calle de Ferran) in Barcelona
3563311 Album "Barcelone 1888": Animated view of street Fernando VII (Calle de Ferran) in Barcelona by Unknown photographer, (19th century); (add.info.: Barcelona)

Portrait of the family Hegedus in Newport, Great Britain
3563210 Portrait of the family Hegedus in Newport, Great Britain by Unknown photographer, (19th century); (add.info.: Newport)

Mexicans at a fountain, 1910 (print on double-weight paper)
3562954 Mexicans at a fountain, 1910 (print on double-weight paper); (add.info.: Mexico 1910 ca. Photographer: Waite, Photo); Alinari Archives, Florence

A woman selling food stuffs on a street in Mexico, 1905 (print on double-weight paper)
3562953 A woman selling food stuffs on a street in Mexico, 1905 (print on double-weight paper); (add.info.: Mexico 1905 ca. Photographer: Waite, Photo); Alinari Archives, Florence

Equestrian statue of Frederick V, Amalienborg, Copenaghen, 1754-1777 (print on double-weight paper)
3562902 Equestrian statue of Frederick V, Amalienborg, Copenaghen, 1754-1777 (print on double-weight paper); (add.info.: Copenaghen, Amalienborg, Denmark 1900 ca)

Half-length portrait of a young couple leaning against a balcony decorated with plants
3566196 Half-length portrait of a young couple leaning against a balcony decorated with plants. The man has his arm around the girl's waist and is kissing her cheek by Unknown photographer

At the beach
3563693 At the beach by Unknown photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: Italy 1920-1930 Photographer: Baravalle Carlo); Alinari Archives, Florence

Three disabled ex-servicemen posing in the gardens of the Royal Palace in Rome
3560579 Three disabled ex-servicemen posing in the gardens of the Royal Palace in Rome. Next to the young soldiers, seated in a carriage

Ritratto di Camillo Benso, conte di Cavour (1810-1861)
3560159 Ritratto di Camillo Benso, conte di Cavour (1810-1861); (add.info.: Ritratto di Camillo Benso, conte di Cavour (1810-1861)); Alinari Archives, Florence

Monument to Amedeo VI of Savoy, the "Green Count, " designed by Pelagio Palagi, in Piazza Palazzo di Citta
3559854 Monument to Amedeo VI of Savoy, the "Green Count, " designed by Pelagio Palagi, in Piazza Palazzo di Citta, Turin; (add.info.: Artist: Palagi)

"Street life in London": street doctors, 1877 (print on double-weight paper)
3570750 "Street life in London": street doctors, 1877 (print on double-weight paper); (add.info.: London, Great Britain 1877 Photographer: Thomson, John;Sampson Low, Marston)

"Street life in London": Covent garden flower women, 1877 (print on double-weight paper)
3570745 "Street life in London": Covent garden flower women, 1877 (print on double-weight paper); (add.info.: London, Great Britain 1877 Photographer: Thomson, John;Sampson Low, Marston)

Old football with the kicking of the four of Florence Historic districts in Renaissance costumes in the presence of
3569954 Old football with the kicking of the four of Florence Historic districts in Renaissance costumes in the presence of King Umberto I and his wife

A riunion of cyclists in costume, gathered from all over Tuscany, in Empoli
3569950 A riunion of cyclists in costume, gathered from all over Tuscany, in Empoli by Unknown photographer, (19th century); (add.info.: Empoli 1895 Photographer)

Viewers racecourse in the Cascine Park: General Pralormo, Neri Corsini, Alberto Rignano, Gennaro Placci
3569907 Viewers racecourse in the Cascine Park: General Pralormo, Neri Corsini, Alberto Rignano, Gennaro Placci, the Countess Maud Ricci, Countess of Perkenstein by Levi

Viewers racecourse in the Cascine Park: Giovanni Fabbroni, Marchese Eugenio Niccolini and his wife
3569898 Viewers racecourse in the Cascine Park: Giovanni Fabbroni, Marchese Eugenio Niccolini and his wife, the Countess Guicciardini, L

Old football with the kicking of the four of Florence Historic districts in Renaissance costumes in the presence of
3569957 Old football with the kicking of the four of Florence Historic districts in Renaissance costumes in the presence of King Umberto I and his wife

Old football with the kicking of the four of Florence Historic districts in Renaissance costumes in the presence of
3569955 Old football with the kicking of the four of Florence Historic districts in Renaissance costumes in the presence of King Umberto I and his wife

Procession of Old football with the kicking of the four of Florence Historic districts in Renaissance costumes in
3569953 Procession of Old football with the kicking of the four of Florence Historic districts in Renaissance costumes in the presence of King Umberto I and his wife

"Children in conference"
3568266 "Children in conference" by Biondi, Nicola (1866-1929); (add.info.: Molise 1895/1910 Photographer: Biondi Nicola); Alinari Archives, Florence

The modern police of Madagascar, 1894 (print on double-weight paper)
3566961 The modern police of Madagascar, 1894 (print on double-weight paper); (add.info.: Madagascar, Africa 1894 Photographer: Catat, Louis); Alinari Archives, Florence

"Old Style" police in Madagascar, 1892 (print on double-weight paper)
3566959 "Old Style" police in Madagascar, 1892 (print on double-weight paper); (add.info.: Madagascar, Africa 1892 ca. Photographer: Catat, Louis); Alinari Archives, Florence

The President of Boer Republic Paul Kruger, 1900 (print on double-weight paper)
3566866 The President of Boer Republic Paul Kruger, 1900 (print on double-weight paper); (add.info.: South Africa 1900 ca. Photographer: Barnett Rodney); Alinari Archives, Florence

Spectators to harness racing, Cascine Park, Florence; stereoscopic image
3571357 Spectators to harness racing, Cascine Park, Florence; stereoscopic image by Unknown photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: Cascine Park)

"Street life in London": workers on the "silent highway", 1877 (print on double-weight paper)
3570767 "Street life in London": workers on the "silent highway", 1877 (print on double-weight paper); (add.info.: London, Great Britain 1877 Photographer: Thomson)

"Street life in London": the London boardman, 1877 (print on double-weight paper)
3570766 "Street life in London": the London boardman, 1877 (print on double-weight paper); (add.info.: London, Great Britain 1877 Photographer: Thomson, John;Sampson Low, Marston)

"Street life in London": Cast-iron Billy, 1877 (print on double-weight paper)
3570764 "Street life in London": Cast-iron Billy, 1877 (print on double-weight paper); (add.info.: London, Great Britain 1877 Photographer: Thomson, John;Sampson Low, Marston)

"Street life in London": halfpenny ices, 1877 (print on double-weight paper)
3570761 "Street life in London": halfpenny ices, 1877 (print on double-weight paper); (add.info.: London, Great Britain 1877 Photographer: Thomson, John;Sampson Low, Marston)

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

"Le nouveau Gargantua. Mr. Germain Martin n'arrive pas a le nourrir
3569308 "Le nouveau Gargantua. Mr. Germain Martin n'arrive pas a le nourrir. Mr Herriot ne peut s'empecher d'admirer un si robuste appetit" ("The new Gargantua. Mr)

Portrait of the politician Filippo Turati
3569045 Portrait of the politician Filippo Turati; (add.info.: Italy 1890 ca. Photographer: Sciutti, Luigi); Alinari Archives, Florence

Umberto II of Savoy II and Maria Jose of Belgium in the day of their wedding at Quirinale
3568676 Umberto II of Savoy II and Maria Jose of Belgium in the day of their wedding at Quirinale; (add.info.: Rome 1930 Photographer: Unidentified Author); Alinari Archives, Florence

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"Society and Politics: A Tapestry of Art, History, and Power" In the realm of society and politics, art has long served as a mirror reflecting the intricate dynamics that shape our world. From iconic masterpieces to hidden gems, these diverse works offer glimpses into the ever-evolving nature of human civilization. The ethereal "Madonna with Child and Saints" transports us to a time when faith intertwined seamlessly with societal structures. Its delicate brushstrokes convey devotion while reminding us of the profound influence religion held over political systems. Contrasting this religious fervor is the enigmatic "Portrait of Lenin in his study. " This powerful image captures an era marked by ideological struggles and revolutionary change. Printed on double-weight paper, it symbolizes both physical weightiness and intellectual depth that defined Lenin's impact on society. Moving from paintings to sculptures, we encounter the exquisite "Plaque with the Stories of Saint Peter. " Crafted by skilled hands in ivory, it narrates tales that shaped early Christian communities. Through its intricate details, we witness how religious narratives were used to consolidate power within societies. Another masterpiece capturing societal dynamics is Camillo Procaccini's "Adoration of the Magi. " Housed at Galleria Estense in Modena, this work unveils not only artistic brilliance but also hints at political patronage during Renaissance times. It reminds us that art often thrived under influential patrons who sought to immortalize their status through creative endeavors. Venturing beyond Europe's borders takes us to ancient Egypt through Giovanni Battista Belzoni's drawings from Pharaoh Psammetic I's tomb decorations. These meticulous reproductions housed at London's British Museum transport us back millennia ago when pharaohs ruled supreme amidst grandeur and opulence—a testament to power dynamics ingrained within societies throughout history. Returning closer home brings forth another captivating artwork—the ivory triptych titled "Madonna with Child and Saints" from the Embriachi workshop.