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Fine Art Print : Siena, Italy - Contrada - Bruco (Caterpillar)
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Siena, Italy - Contrada - Bruco (Caterpillar)
Standard bearer of the Contrada of Bruco (Caterpillar)), Siena, Italy. At birth you become a member of one of the 17 Contrade (Districts) and your life revolves around your Contrada. Each contrada is named after an animal or symbol with individual (and complicated!) heraldic and semi-mythological associations and devices. The contrade race against each other in the famous horse race the Palio around the tight (and dangerous) streets of the city. Date: circa 1910
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Media ID 18076004
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Bearer Caterpillar Caterpillars Contrada Contrade Districts Loyalty Siena Standard Symbol Symbology
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the rich history and vibrant culture of Siena, Italy with our exquisite Fine Art Print of 'Contrada - Bruco (Caterpillar)' by Mary Evans Prints Online. This stunning image captures the standard bearer of the Contrada of Bruco (Caterpillar) during a historic procession. The Contrade of Siena are more than just districts; they are a deeply rooted part of the community's identity. Each member is born into one of the seventeen Contrade and their life revolves around it. Bring the timeless beauty of Siena into your home with this beautiful, high-quality Fine Art Print, now available through Media Storehouse.
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 34.1cm x 53.3cm (13.4" x 21")
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 photograph, taken circa 1910, showcases the Standard Bearer of the Contrada of Bruco (Caterpillar) in the enchanting Italian city of Siena. Siena is renowned for its rich history and unique tradition of the Contrade, or districts, of which every resident is born a member. Each contrada is named after an animal or symbol, and the Contrada of Bruco derives its name from the caterpillar, a creature undergoing transformation and growth. The intricate heraldry and semi-mythological associations of the contrade add depth and complexity to the community. The loyalty and pride of the contrada members are reflected in their colorful costumes and vibrant flags, such as the green and yellow banner held aloft by the standard bearer in this image. The contrade come together in the famous Palio horse race, an exhilarating event where the districts compete against each other in a thrilling display of skill, tradition, and passion. The race takes place in the narrow, winding streets of Siena, making it a dangerous and thrilling spectacle. This photograph offers a glimpse into the rich history and traditions of Siena's Contrada system, a unique aspect of Italian culture that continues to captivate visitors from around the world.
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