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Fine Art Print : Esso gas station
Fine Art Prints from Fondazione Alinari per la Fotografia
Esso gas station
Esso gas station Italy. Date of Photograph:1950-1960
Cartoni, Alberto
FVQ-F-225186-0000
Media ID 33306520
© Alinari Archives, Florence
Balcony Balustrade Brand Business Sign Clouds Crest Festoon Flag Flower Box Garland Gasoline Pump Stained Glass Window Symbol Tympanum Vase Wreath Emblem Vegetal Element Or Composition
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the past with our exquisite selection from the Media Storehouse Fine Art Prints collection. This stunning black and white photograph, titled "Esso Gas Station" by Alberto Cartoni from Alinari, transports you back in time to the vibrant and bustling streets of Italy in the mid-20th century. The iconic Esso sign gleams in the sun, casting long shadows over the busy gas station, as cars and motorcycles fill the foreground. Each print is meticulously produced using the highest quality materials, ensuring a beautiful and long-lasting addition to your home or office decor. Bring a piece of history into your space and elevate your interior design with this timeless and captivating image.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 51.2cm (14" x 20.2")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print by Alberto Cartoni takes us back in time to the bustling streets of Italy during the 1950s or 1960s. The focal point of the image is an Esso gas station, its iconic red and blue sign standing proudly against a backdrop of urban architecture. The scene is filled with intricate details that capture the essence of this era. Lush trees and vegetation surround the gas station, adding a touch of natural beauty to the otherwise concrete jungle. A writing instrument can be seen on a balustrade nearby, perhaps left behind by someone who stopped for fuel or directions. The building itself exudes charm with its decorative window frames and stained glass windows featuring delicate patterns. A balcony adorned with festoons overlooks the street below, giving residents a perfect vantage point to observe passersby. Intriguing elements such as flower boxes, wreaths, garlands, and flags add color and life to this snapshot from history. These symbols evoke a sense of community pride while also serving as emblems for various events or celebrations that may have taken place in this vibrant neighborhood. Although not explicitly mentioned in the caption, it's impossible to ignore the presence of gasoline pumps at this Esso station – an essential element for transportation during that time period. Cartoni's photograph beautifully captures both architectural elements and natural phenomena like clouds hovering above distant landscapes. It serves as a reminder of how our surroundings shape our daily lives while also showcasing an era where simplicity met elegance on every corner.
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