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The Roman Pulcinella of the Piazza Navona
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The Roman Pulcinella of the Piazza Navona
The Roman Pulcinella of the Piazza Navona. The commedia dell arte character is shown in five scenes: winning the lottery, reconciling with his enemy, drinking wine, reading up on politics, and playing the mandolin.
1884
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1884 Arte Character Comedy Commedia Enemy Lottery Mandolin Mask Masked Navona Piazza Pulcinella Punch Wine Winning Polichinelle Reconciling
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The Roman Pulcinella of Piazza Navona
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is a captivating 1884 photograph that brings to life the lively and mischievous commedia dell'arte character, Pulcinella, in a series of five scenes. This iconic Italian figure, also known as Polichinelle or Punch, is depicted in his signature masked attire, complete with a conical hat and bells. In the first scene, Pulcinella is shown triumphantly holding a lottery ticket, his face alight with joy and disbelief at his unexpected fortune. In the second scene, he is seen in a heartfelt moment of reconciliation with his longtime enemy, their arms around each other in a gesture of forgiveness. The third scene captures Pulcinella in a more relaxed moment, enjoying a glass of wine with friends, his masked face reflecting the warmth and camaraderie of the company. In the fourth scene, he is engrossed in a newspaper, his brow furrowed in concentration as he reads up on the latest political developments. Lastly, in the fifth scene, Pulcinella is shown playing the mandolin, his fingers nimbly plucking at the strings as he entertains a crowd with his music. The photograph, taken in the 1880s in Rome's Piazza Navona, captures the essence of the commedia dell'arte tradition and the enduring appeal of its most famous character. This image is a testament to the rich cultural heritage of Italy and the timeless nature of human emotions and experiences.
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