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Trades Practiced in Bologna, c1640. Creators: Francesco Curti, Agostino Parisini
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Trades Practiced in Bologna, c1640. Creators: Francesco Curti, Agostino Parisini
Trades Practiced in Bologna, c1640. Plate 4
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is a captivating engraving by the 17th century Italian artists Francesco Curti and Agostino Parisini, showcasing a vibrant scene of daily life in the city of Bologna during the Baroque era. This intricately detailed print, dated around the 1640s, offers a glimpse into the various trades and crafts that thrived in the bustling Italian metropolis. The image is divided into three distinct sections, each depicting different trades. In the foreground, a blacksmith hammers away at a red-hot piece of metal, surrounded by an array of tools and machinery. Nearby, a man sharpens a knife on a stone, his focus intently on the task at hand. In the middle ground, a woman operates a spinning frame, her deft fingers turning raw wool into thread. Moving towards the background, we see a group of men and women engaged in various trades. A carpenter works on a wooden structure, his chisel poised to make another precise cut. A mason lays bricks, while a nurse tends to a baby. A man with a large sack on his back appears to be a merchant or trader, while another figure, perhaps a mechanic, examines a complex machine. The intricate details of the engraving reveal the artists' mastery of their craft. The buildings in the background are depicted with great care, their facades adorned with intricate architectural details. The figures are rendered with a sense of realism, their expressions and body language conveying the intensity and focus required for their respective trades. This print, titled "Trades Practiced in Bologna" by Francesco Curti and Agostino Parisini, offers a fascinating window into the past, transporting us to a time when the daily rhythms of urban life were shaped by the trades and crafts of its inhabitants. Today, this work of art is preserved at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, a testament to the enduring heritage of Italian art and the rich history of Bologna.
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