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A wayfarer, Chinese bronze preserved in the Giorgio Franchetti Gallery, Ca d'Oro, Venice
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A wayfarer, Chinese bronze preserved in the Giorgio Franchetti Gallery, Ca d'Oro, Venice
A wayfarer, Chinese bronze preserved in the Giorgio Franchetti Gallery, Ca d'Oro, Venice. Venice Ca d'Oro, Franchetti Gallery Statuette Asia, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1965 ca.. Date of Artwork:XV-XVI sec. ca
Alinari, Fratelli
ACA-F-055994-0000
Media ID 33140927
© Alinari Archives, Florence
Cane Of Social Conditions Old Age Society And Politics
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This photograph, titled "A wayfarer, Chinese bronze preserved in the Giorgio Franchetti Gallery, Ca' d'Oro, Venice" transports us to a different time and place. Taken around 1965 by Alinari, Fratelli from Alinari, it captures an ancient Chinese bronze statue displayed in the prestigious Giorgio Franchetti Gallery. The image showcases an elderly figure leaning on a cane for support. The wayfarer's weathered face tells tales of a life well-lived as lines etch across his forehead and wrinkles deepen around his eyes. His attire reflects the fashion of another era - a reminder of how clothing can be both an accessory and a reflection of social conditions. In this scene frozen in time, we catch glimpses into society and politics during the first and second millenniums A. D. , when this artwork was created. It serves as a poignant reminder of poverty that existed then just as it does now. Beyond its historical significance lies something more profound - the individual behind this aged visage. We are left to ponder about his physiological and psychological aspects; what stories lie hidden within him? What experiences has he encountered throughout his long journey? As we gaze upon this remarkable print, we are transported not only to Venice's Ca' d'Oro but also to Asia itself. This exquisite piece stands as evidence of cultural exchange between East and West during centuries past. Let us cherish these remnants from antiquity that continue to captivate our imagination today. May they serve as reminders that art is timeless; it transcends generations while offering insights into humanity's shared history.
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