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The temple of Vesta and the fountain of Triton in the Boario Forum, Rome
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The temple of Vesta and the fountain of Triton in the Boario Forum, Rome
The temple of Vesta and the fountain of Triton in the Boario Forum, Rome Rome Boario Forum Monumental Fountain Late Baroque, Baroque, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1865 ca.. Date of Artwork:1715. Artist:Bizzaccheri, C. F
Anderson, James
FVQ-F-036366-0000
Media ID 33289958
© Alinari Archives, Florence
Baroque Divinity Hybrid Hybrid Figurelate Baroque Triton Greco Roman
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This photograph captures the majestic beauty of "The temple of Vesta and the fountain of Triton in the Boario Forum, Rome". The image showcases a remarkable blend of Late Baroque, Baroque, and Renaissance-Baroque architectural styles that have stood the test of time. In the foreground stands the magnificent fountain of Triton, a hybrid figure from Greco-Roman mythology. This awe-inspiring sculpture depicts Triton, with his muscular body and fish-like tail, holding a conch shell from which water gracefully cascades into the basin below. The intricate details carved by artist C. F Bizzaccheri in 1715 are still visible despite being captured over a century later. As we gaze further into this historic scene, our eyes are drawn to the Temple of Vesta standing proudly behind the fountain. This sacred place was dedicated to Vesta, goddess of hearth and home in Roman mythology. Its elegant columns and grandeur reflect Europe's rich architectural heritage spanning across both first and second millennia A. D. Photographed around 1865 by James Anderson for Alinari Studios, this print not only serves as an artistic masterpiece but also as a historical document capturing Rome's cultural significance throughout centuries. It allows us to marvel at how ancient civilizations seamlessly blended mythological figures with stunning architecture. "The temple of Vesta and the fountain of Triton in the Boario Forum" is more than just an image; it represents humanity's enduring fascination with divinity, mythology, and artistry. It reminds us that even after hundreds or thousands of years pass by since its creation – these masterpieces continue to inspire awe among those fortunate enough to witness them firsthand or through photographs like this one.
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