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Craco - The ghost town
Craco is a ghost town located in the region of Basilicata, southern Italy. In 1963, people living in the small town began to evacuate due to a landslide. In 1972 a flood worsened the situation and after the earthquake in 1980 Craco was completely abandoned.
Since the 50s it has been the setting for many movies
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Federica Gentile
Media ID 13156727
© 2015 Federica Gentile
Basilicata Basilicata Region Craco Ghost Town
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the haunting beauty of Craco, a long-abandoned Italian town frozen in time. This exquisite fine art print by Federica Gentile captures the ethereal quality of Craco, now a ghost town nestled in the Basilicata region of southern Italy. Once home to vibrant communities, Craco was evacuated in 1963 due to a devastating landslide. This evocative image invites you to explore the mysterious allure of this forgotten place, transporting you to another world. Bring the enchanting atmosphere of Craco into your home with this stunning, museum-quality fine art print from Media Storehouse.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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Capturing the haunting beauty of Craco - The ghost town, this mesmerizing print transports you to a forgotten world in southern Italy. Once a vibrant community nestled in the Basilicata region, Craco fell victim to natural disasters that forced its inhabitants to flee. In 1963, a devastating landslide struck, triggering the first wave of evacuations. Despite their resilience, the people of Craco faced another blow in 1972 when a destructive flood exacerbated their plight. Finally, an earthquake in 1980 dealt the final blow and rendered Craco completely uninhabitable. Yet amidst its tragic history lies an undeniable allure. For decades, filmmakers have been drawn to this eerie backdrop for its evocative atmosphere and cinematic potential. As the sun sets over this desolate landscape captured by Federica Gentile's lens, one can't help but be captivated by both its melancholic charm and untold stories. This print serves as a poignant reminder of human fragility and nature's relentless power. It invites us to reflect on our own transience while marveling at the enduring spirit that lingers within these abandoned streets. Whether displayed as art or cherished as a historical memento, let it transport you into the enigmatic realm of Craco - forever frozen in time.
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