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Italy - St Peters - Vatican City - Rome
Coloured lantern slide of St. Peters (the Vatican) at night, Rome, Italy.. Part of Box 214, Italy, Boswell Collection. Date: circa 1890s
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This coloured lantern slide depicts the iconic St. Peter's Basilica and Vatican City in Rome, Italy, as seen in the late 1800s. The nighttime scene is bathed in a soft, ethereal glow, with the dome of St. Peter's illuminated against the star-studded sky. The intricate details of the architectural masterpiece are beautifully preserved in this historical image, transporting us back in time to an era of grandeur and wonder. The Vatican City, an independent city-state enclaved within Rome, has been a significant center of power, culture, and religion for centuries. St. Peter's Basilica, the largest church in the world, is the burial site of St. Peter, one of the twelve apostles and the first Pope. The basilica is a stunning architectural fusion of various styles, including Renaissance, Baroque, and Neoclassical. This lantern slide is part of the Boswell Collection, a vast archive of historical images that offer a unique glimpse into the past. The image is estimated to date from the 1890s, a time when lantern slides were a popular means of sharing visual content for educational, entertainment, and personal use. The intricate process of creating coloured lantern slides involved painting each image by hand, adding to their artistic and historical value. As we gaze at this image of St. Peter's Basilica and Vatican City in Rome, we are reminded of the rich history and cultural significance of this iconic landmark. The lantern slide serves as a testament to the power of visual storytelling and the enduring allure of Italy's most famous city.
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