Obelisco Collection

Piazza del Popolo, Rome, Italy
View of the Piazza del Popolo in Rome, Italy, with the Egyptian obelisk of Rameses II from Heliopolis (known as the Obelisco Flaminio)

A couple of Professional Tango dancers on Avenida Corrientes at sunset, with the Obelisk monument in the background. Buenos Aires, Argentina. (MR)

Obelisco, Buenos Aires, Argentina

The "Obelisk" monument illuminated at twilight with "La Plata" river in the background, San Nicolas, Buenos Aires, Argentina

The Obelisk monument illuminated at twilight on the Avenida 9 de Julio, San Nicolas, Buenos Aires, Argentina

A couple of Professional Tango dancers with the Obelisk monument in background at twilight, Microcentro, Buenos Aires, Argentina. (MR)

The Obelisk monument illuminated in occasion of the artistic exhibition of Julio Le Parc in Buenos Aires, Argentina

9th of July Avenuem Buenos Aires, Argentina

The Piazza Navona Obelisk, 1833 (etching with brown wash)
STC384859 The Piazza Navona Obelisk, 1833 (etching with brown wash) by Tofanelli, Agostino (1770-1834); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Santa Maria Maggiore Obelisk, 1833 (etching with brown wash)
STC384855 The Santa Maria Maggiore Obelisk, 1833 (etching with brown wash) by Tofanelli, Agostino (1770-1834); Private Collection; (add.info.: Obelisque de S)

Ancient Egypt : Entrance of a palace temple, 1866 (coloured engraving)
XEE702558 Ancient Egypt : Entrance of a palace temple, 1866 (coloured engraving) by Leutemann, Heinrich (1824-1905); Private Collection; (add.info)

The device invented by Nicola Zabaglia in 1748 for lifting the Obelisk in the Campus
STC255699 The device invented by Nicola Zabaglia in 1748 for lifting the Obelisk in the Campus Martius which was 14 hands beneath ground (engraving) by Balzar, G

Fontana e obelisco della Chiesa dis Pietro Roma
Fontana e obelisco della Chiesa di S. Pietro (Roma); Sommer & Behles (Italian, 1867 - 1874); 1865 - 1870; Albumen silver print

Argentina, Buenos Aires. Obelisk on Avenida 9 de Julio

Flaminian Obelisk
The Flaminian Obelisk (Obelisco Flaminio), Piazza del Popolo, Rome, Italy, which originally stood in the Sun Temple at Heliopolis, the capital of ancient Egypt. Date: 1930s

Piazza del Popolo and obelisk, Rome, Italy
View of the Piazza del Popolo in Rome, Italy, with the Egyptian obelisk of Rameses II from Heliopolis (known as the Obelisco Flaminio) in the centre, brought to Rome in 10 BC

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The Obelisco, a towering monument that has become an iconic symbol of Buenos Aires, Argentina. Standing tall on the Avenida 9 de Julio, it commands attention and captivates all who lay eyes upon it. Illuminated at twilight, its grandeur is magnified as it casts a mesmerizing glow over the bustling city. In the heart of Microcentro, professional tango dancers gracefully move to the rhythm of passion and love. With the Obelisk monument in the background, their elegant movements create a captivating spectacle against the backdrop of Buenos Aires' vibrant nightlife. As sunset paints the sky with hues of orange and pink, Avenida Corrientes comes alive with enchantment. Tango dancers take center stage amidst this magical setting, their steps perfectly synchronized as they dance under the watchful gaze of the Obelisk monument. Across continents in Rome's Piazza del Popolo stands another majestic obelisk. Its presence adds an air of ancient mystique to this historic square. Visitors are transported back in time as they marvel at its intricate engravings and imagine life during Ancient Egypt's reign. Closer to home in San Nicolas, Buenos Aires lies yet another breathtaking view - The Obelisk illuminated at twilight with "La Plata" river flowing gently behind it. This picturesque scene captures nature's harmony blending seamlessly with man-made wonders. During an artistic exhibition by Julio Le Parc, even more brilliance is added to this already magnificent structure. The Obelisk shines brightly as if celebrating creativity itself – a testament to human ingenuity and imagination. Obelisco stands proudly amidst Buenos Aires' rich cultural tapestry; it represents not only architectural beauty but also serves as a reminder of historical significance. It stands tall on July 9th Avenue – named after Argentina's Independence Day – commemorating freedom and resilience throughout history. From Italy to Argentina, from ancient times to modern days.