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Ferro Candilera
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Siena - Veduta di Siena dalla fortezza di S. Barbara

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Siena - Veduta di Siena dalla fortezza di S. Barbara

https://fotografia.cultura.gov.it/iccd/item/FFC019597

The image depicts a sepia-toned historical photograph of the cityscape from Siena, Italy. The focus is on St. Barbara's Fortress (Fortezza di San Barbara), with its prominent towers and surrounding buildings visible in detail against an overcast sky. In the background stands the Leaning Tower of Pisa, showcasing another significant architectural landmark in proximity to this fortress. The photograph captures a blend of medieval architecture with various structures such as churches and residential houses scattered throughout the scene. The image conveys a sense of historical significance, possibly from several centuries ago based on its style. Handwritten notations are visible at the bottom right corner indicating "12-9-40," likely denoting the date when this photograph was taken or printed. The text in Italian reads: 'Veduta di Siena dalla fortezza di S. Barbara.' Below that, it says '570 Edit., Ditta S. Venturi' and beneath those words is a reference to Cartoleria e Legatorio di

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Ferro Candilera
@ItalianPostcards@mastodon.ozioso.online
3 settimane fa

Siena - Veduta di Siena dalla fortezza di S. Barbara

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Siena - Veduta di Siena dalla fortezza di S. Barbara

https://fotografia.cultura.gov.it/iccd/item/FFC019810

This black and white photograph depicts an old, historical view of the cityscape from Siena seen from a vantage point overlooking the fortress walls at St. Barbara's Fort. Prominent in the skyline is the Torre del Mangia, or Tower of Mangia, which stands tall among other medieval structures with sloped roofs characteristic of Tuscany architecture. The photograph captures the essence of late 19th-century urban development and showcases a mix of residential buildings and religious edifices including what appears to be San Francesco church. The absence of modern elements like cars or streetlights situates this image in an era where Siena was perhaps less industrialized, hinting at its historical significance. The text "Veduta di Siena dalla fortezza di S. Barbara" suggests that the photo is part of a series documenting views from St. Barbara's Fort in Siena. The term 'veduta' translates to 'view,' indicating this might have been intended for travel literature or postcards, meant to

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