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Canvas Print : Ponte della Liberta (Bridge of Liberty) - Venice, Italy
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Ponte della Liberta (Bridge of Liberty) - Venice, Italy
Ponte della Liberta (Bridge of Liberty) - a road bridge connecting the historical center of the city of Venice to the mainland. Designed in 1932 by engineer Eugenio Miozzi, and opened by Benito Mussolini in 1933 as Ponte Littorio. Built alongside the Venice Railroad Bridge, constructed in 1846. Date: circa 1917
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© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
1933 Benito Connection Della Engineer Eugenio Fascist Lagoon Liberty Mainland Mussolini Ponte Railroad Veneto Venice Liberta
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Breathtakingly capture the timeless beauty of Venice with our Media Storehouse Canvas Print featuring the iconic Ponte della Liberta (Bridge of Liberty). This exquisite image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the bridge connecting the historical heart of Venice to the mainland. Each canvas print is meticulously crafted with premium materials, ensuring vibrant colors and sharp details that bring the magic of Italy right into your home. Experience the allure of Venice like never before with this stunning, rights managed art piece.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 76.2cm x 48.9cm (30" x 19.3")
Estimated Product Size is 76.2cm x 50.8cm (30" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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Ponte della Liberta, or Bridge of Liberty, is a road bridge that connects the historical heart of Venice to the mainland, spanning the Venetian Lagoon. Designed by engineer Eugenio Miozzi and completed in 1933, the bridge was originally named Ponte Littorio in honor of the Italian Fascist Party's symbol, the oak tree, which translates to "littory" in Latin. The construction of Ponte della Liberta came after the completion of the Venice Railroad Bridge, which was built in 1846, making it the second bridge to connect Venice to the mainland. However, unlike the railroad bridge, Ponte della Liberta was designed with an artistic flair, reflecting the Fascist regime's emphasis on grandeur and modernity. Miozzi's design for the bridge was a departure from the traditional arched bridges of Venice, featuring a sleek, curved concrete structure that blended modern engineering with the classic Venetian aesthetic. The bridge's elegant lines and minimalist design were a testament to the Fascist regime's commitment to creating a new, modern Italy. The bridge's opening ceremony was presided over by Benito Mussolini himself, who cut the ribbon on October 26, 1933. The event was a grand affair, attended by thousands of people, and marked a significant moment in Venice's history, as it opened up the city to easier access from the mainland and facilitated the movement of goods and people. Today, Ponte della Liberta remains an iconic symbol of Venice's rich history and its connection to the mainland. The bridge's sleek design and modern engineering continue to inspire awe and admiration, making it a must-see destination for visitors to the city.
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