Italian women, between 1905 and 1915. Creator: Sergey Mikhaylovich Prokudin-Gorsky

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Italian women, between 1905 and 1915. Creator: Sergey Mikhaylovich Prokudin-Gorsky

Italian women, between 1905 and 1915. In album: Various views and studies, Russian Empire and Europe

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Album Ethnographic Group Of Women Italy Europe Prokudin Gorsky Sergei Prokudin Gorsky Sergey Prokudin Gorsky Sergey Mikhaylovich Sepia Sergei Mikhailovich Prokudin Gorsky Sergei Prokudin Gorsky Sergey Mikhaylovich Prokudin Gorsky Sergey Prokudin Gorsky Clothing Dress Fashion Clothing Group Portrait Head Dress Meeting Of Frontiers Traditional Dress

EDITORS COMMENTS
Italian women, between 1905 and 1915," is a stunning example of the ethnographic and cultural documentation captured by the renowned Russian photographer, Sergey Mikhaylovich Prokudin-Gorsky. The image is part of his extensive album, "Various views and studies, Russian Empire and Europe," which showcases the rich diversity of the 20th century, specifically during the 1900s and 1910s. The photograph depicts a group of Italian women, dressed in their traditional clothing, gathered outdoors in an idyllic setting. The women are dressed in vibrant, colorful garments that reflect the unique heritage and history of Italy during this period. Their clothing, which includes intricate headdresses and dresses, is a testament to the meeting of frontiers between the old and the new, the traditional and the modern. Prokudin-Gorsky, a pioneer in the use of autochrome process, captures the scene in sepia tones, adding a timeless quality to the image. The photograph was likely taken during Prokudin-Gorsky's travels through Europe, as part of his larger project to document the diverse cultures and peoples of the Russian Empire and Europe. The image is a valuable historical record of a bygone era, and a reminder of the rich cultural heritage that continues to shape Italy and the world today. It is a testament to Prokudin-Gorsky's skill as a photographer and his commitment to preserving the past for future generations." Sergey Mikhaylovich Prokudin-Gorsky (1863-1944) was a Russian photographer known for his work documenting the Russian Empire and Europe in the early 20th century. His photographs, which include over 2,000 color images, are held in the Library of Congress in Washington, D.C. This photograph, "Italian women, between 1905 and 1915," is just one example of the wealth of cultural and historical information contained in his archive.

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