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Bridge of Sighs. - between a palace and a prison, (North), Venice, Italy, c1909
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Bridge of Sighs. - between a palace and a prison, (North), Venice, Italy, c1909
Bridge of Sighs. - between a palace and a prison, (North), Venice, Italy, c1909. Bridge of Sighs over the Rio di Palazzo connects the Prigioni Nuove to the Doges Palace was designed by Antonio Contino and was built in 1600. To be viewed on a Sun Sculpture stereoscope made by Underwood & Underwood. [The Rose Stereograph Company, Melbourne, Sydney, Wellington & London, c1909]
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This print captures the iconic Bridge of Sighs in Venice, Italy, circa 1909. The bridge stands as a poignant symbol between two contrasting worlds - a palace and a prison. Designed by Antonio Contino and built in 1600, this architectural masterpiece spans over the Rio di Palazzo, connecting the Prigioni Nuove to the Doges Palace. In this image, we see a group of men on a boat passing under the Bridge of Sighs. They are surrounded by the timeless beauty of Venetian architecture and canals. The photograph showcases not only their occupation as gondoliers but also highlights the connection between transportation and law enforcement during that era. The vintage aesthetic adds to its charm, transporting us back to early 20th century Venice. Through this lens, we witness history unfolding before our eyes - an enclosed world where crime meets justice within these stone walls. As we gaze upon this historic scene captured by The Rose Stereograph Company from Melbourne, Sydney, Wellington & London in collaboration with Underwood & Underwood's Sun Sculpture stereoscope technology; we cannot help but feel drawn into its metaphorical significance. The Bridge of Sighs becomes more than just an architectural marvel; it becomes a visual representation of human emotions trapped between freedom and confinement. This print is not merely an artistic composition; it is a window into another time - one filled with mystery, tradition, and centuries-old stories waiting to be discovered anew.
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