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The tuna market in Palermo
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The tuna market in Palermo
The tuna market in Palermo Palermo. Date of Photograph:1895 ca
Alinari, Fratelli
ACA-F-19850A-0000
Media ID 33113195
© Alinari Archives, Florence
Basket Commerce And Trade Commercial Fish Fisherman Fishing Market Straw Structure And Site Tent Applied Arts And Crafts For Daytime Tuna With Action
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This photograph, titled "The Tuna Market in Palermo" transports us back to the bustling streets of late 19th century Italy. Taken around 1895 by renowned photographers Alinari, Fratelli, this print captures a vibrant scene filled with life and activity. In the foreground of the image, we see a basket made of straw, overflowing with freshly caught tuna. This simple object represents the heart of commerce and trade in Palermo during that era. The market structure itself stands proudly behind it, its architecture showcasing both functionality and beauty. As our eyes wander further into the frame, we notice a fisherman diligently at work. Dressed in traditional clothing indicative of his vocation, he expertly handles an instrument used for fishing. His actions are swift yet precise as he prepares to sell his catch at this lively marketplace. Beyond the immediate focus lies a street scene that offers glimpses into daily life in Palermo. Buildings adorned with decorative elements line either side of the road while windows reveal snippets of city views beyond their frames. This photograph encapsulates not only a moment frozen in time but also provides insight into historical aspects such as fashion and housing styles prevalent during that period. It serves as a visual testament to how people worked and lived within this vibrant coastal community. Alinari's masterful composition allows viewers to immerse themselves fully in this snapshot from history—where one can almost hear the chatter among traders bargaining over prices or smell hints of saltwater carried by gentle sea breezes. "The Tuna Market in Palermo" is more than just an exquisite piece of applied arts; it is an invitation to explore past cultures through photography—an art form capable of capturing fleeting moments forever etched on silver halide paper.
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