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Framed 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
18"x14" Modern Frame
Step into the enchanting world of Siena, Italy with this stunning framed print from Media Storehouse. Featuring the iconic image "Siena, Italy - Contrada - Bruco (Caterpillar)" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, this artwork beautifully captures the essence of the Contrada di Bruco (Caterpillar), one of Siena's 17 historic districts. The standard bearer proudly holds aloft the banner of his Contrada, symbolizing the deep-rooted traditions and passion that define the lives of its members. Bring the captivating charm of Siena into your home and add a touch of timeless Italian culture to your decor with this exquisite framed print.
16x12 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 26cm x 40.6cm (10.2" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 45.7cm (14" x 18")
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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