Cheerfulness Happiness Collection

The entrance gate to the Botanical Garden in Rio de Janeiro, in Brazil
3570568 The entrance gate to the Botanical Garden in Rio de Janeiro, in Brazil; (add.info.: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil 1870 ca. Photographer: Ferrez, Marc); Alinari Archives, Florence

Avenue of palm trees in the Botanical Garden in Rio de Janeiro in Brazil
3570566 Avenue of palm trees in the Botanical Garden in Rio de Janeiro in Brazil; (add.info.: Rio de Janeiro, Botanical Garden, Brazil 1870 ca. Photographer: Ferrez, Marc); Alinari Archives, Florence

At the beach
3563693 At the beach by Unknown photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: Italy 1920-1930 Photographer: Baravalle Carlo); Alinari Archives, Florence

"Street life in London": halfpenny ices, 1877 (print on double-weight paper)
3570761 "Street life in London": halfpenny ices, 1877 (print on double-weight paper); (add.info.: London, Great Britain 1877 Photographer: Thomson, John;Sampson Low, Marston)

Three friends joking with the photographer, 1903-1904 (print on double-weight paper)
3561428 Three friends joking with the photographer, 1903-1904 (print on double-weight paper); (add.info.: United States 1903-1904 Photographer: Unidentified Author); Alinari Archives, Florence

Young couple joking around while posing for the photographer, 1903-1904 (print on double-weight paper)
3561426 Young couple joking around while posing for the photographer, 1903-1904 (print on double-weight paper); (add.info.: United States 1903-1904 Photographer)

Saint Ann contentedly contemplates her daughter. Illustration of Canto XXXII in Paradiso of The Divine Comedy by Dante
3561272 Saint Ann contentedly contemplates her daughter. Illustration of Canto XXXII in Paradiso of The Divine Comedy by Dante Alighieri

Rows of palms at the entrance to the Botanical Gardens in Rio de Janeiro, in Brazil
3570567 Rows of palms at the entrance to the Botanical Gardens in Rio de Janeiro, in Brazil, 1870 (print on double-weight paper); (add.info.: Rio de Janeiro, Botanical Garden, Brazil 1870 ca)

Two small Russian children
3567031 Two small Russian children by Unknown photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: Russia 1960 ca. Photographer: Unidentified Author); Alinari Archives, Florence

Fifth Centennial of the birth of Christopher Columbus - Colombiadi Sportive in Genoa
3569686 Fifth Centennial of the birth of Christopher Columbus - Colombiadi Sportive in Genoa: a group of women in traditional Sicilian costumes

Vacation in the Montgenevre: falling off a sled
3562874 Vacation in the Montgenevre: falling off a sled by Unknown photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: Montgenevre, environs, France 1915 ca)

Sailors repainting a ship's deck, 1967 (print on double-weight paper)
3567035 Sailors repainting a ship's deck, 1967 (print on double-weight paper) by Unknown photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: Russia 1967 Photographer)

Children playing in the snow, Moscow, Russia
3567025 Children playing in the snow, Moscow, Russia by Unknown photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: Moscow, Russia 1959 Photographer: Unidentified Author); Alinari Archives, Florence

Girls in the car of a ferris wheel at Gorki Park, in Moscow, Russia
3567030 Girls in the car of a ferris wheel at Gorki Park, in Moscow, Russia by Unknown photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: Moscow, Gorki Park, Russia 1960 ca)

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Group portrait in the snow, Abetone 07/03/1926

Dance in Jaipur India Jaipur. Date of Photograph:1965

Scene of a traditional dance, state of Gurajat India state of Gurajat. Date of Photograph:1965

Portrait of girls in traditional dress, state of Rajasthan, Jaipur India State of Rajasthan, Jaipur. Date of Photograph:1965

Group dance during one of the festivals of the city of Udaipur, state of Rajasthan, India India State of Rajasthan, Udaipur. Date of Photograph:1965

A pilgrim happily singing a religious hymn upon arriving in the holy city of Pandharpur, state of Maharashtra, India India State of Maharashtra, Pandharpur. Date of Photograph:1965

Ship stuck in shallow water, of the coast of the Indian Ocean near Madras (present day Chennai), state of Tamil Nadu India State of Tamil Nadu, coast of Madras. Date of Photograph:1965

Bihar India Bihar. Date of Photograph:1965

The flight of a seagull photographed in Dalmatia Dalmatia. Date of Photograph:05/1982

Two rides, Europe Europe. Date of Photograph:1987-1993 ca

Pavilions and games set up at the Argentina-Brazil polo tournament in Saint Moritz, in Switzerland Switzerland Saint Moritz. Date of Photograph:1987-1993 ca

Horses and jockies involved in play during the Argentina-Brazil polo tournament played in Saint Moritz, in Switzerland Switzerland Saint Moritz. Date of Photograph:1987-1993 ca

A scene from the Argentina-Brazil polo tournament played in Saint Moritz, in Switzerland Switzerland Saint Moritz. Date of Photograph:1987-1993 ca

"Electric discharges", Valle dell'Engadina, in Switzerland Switzerland Valle dell'Engadina. Date of Photograph:03/1991

Close-up of an old lady. Postcard sent by the photographer to Vincenzo Balocchi Italy. Date of Photograph:1974

Kids on swing Cecina. Date of Photograph:06/1963

A shop dummy amongst the carpets in a shop in Brazil Brazil. Date of Photograph:1988 ca

A kiss in Paphos, Cyprus Asia Cyprus, Paphos. Date of Photograph:11/1994

"The ball" in Valle dell'Engadina, in Switzerland Switzerland Valle dell'Engadina. Date of Photograph:12/1971

Spectators attending a horse race, in Valle dell'Engadina, Switzerland Switzerland Valle dell'Engadina. Date of Photograph:1992-1994 ca

Close-up of a young woman smiling. Postcard sent by the author to Vincenzo Balocchi Italy. Date of Photograph:1941

Guys on the swing Cecina. Date of Photograph:06/1963

Group of youths having fun on a swing at the beach. Postcard sent by the photographer to Vincenzo Balocchi Italy. Date of Photograph:1939

Lawns and hedges in the garden of Versailles France Paris, Versailles, garden. Date of Photograph:09/1991

Rows of palms at the entrance to the Botanical Gardens in Rio de Janeiro, in Brazil Brazil Rio de Janeiro, Botanical Garden. Date of Photograph:1870 ca

Drawing depicting groups of people on the ground waving to a dirigible as it flies over their city Europe Drawing International Art of 20th Century. Date of Photograph:1910 ca

Avenue of palm trees in the Botanical Garden in Rio de Janeiro in Brazil Brazil Rio de Janeiro, Botanical Garden. Date of Photograph:1870 ca

The Palmengarten (palm garden) with a fountain in the center and a palace in the background, in Frankfurt, Germany Germany Frankfurt, Palmengarten. Date of Photograph:1890 ca

Carnival festival, taking place Tuesday, in the city of Alexandria, in Egypt Egypt Alexandria. Date of Photograph:1880 ca

The entrance gate to the Botanical Garden in Rio de Janeiro, in Brazil Brazil Rio de Janeiro. Date of Photograph:1870 ca

View of the city of Paris, with the tree-lined avenue of the Champs-Elyses running through. The photograph was taken from the Arc de Triomphe dell'Etoile France Paris. Date of Photograph:1870 ca

Three women in bathing costumes about to dive into a river. Postcard sent by the photographer to Vincenzo Balocchi Italy. Date of Photograph:1935 ca

"In the bath". Postcard sent by the photographer to Vincenzo Balocchi Italy. Date of Photograph:1941

A dog welcoming his owner joyfully. Postcard sent by the author to Vincenzo Balocchi Italy. Date of Photograph:1940

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"Capturing the Essence of Cheerfulness and Happiness Around the World" Sailors repainting a ship's deck, 1967 (print on double-weight paper): Amidst their hard work, these sailors find joy in transforming their ship with vibrant colors, radiating cheerfulness and happiness. Children playing in the snow, Moscow, Russia: Laughter fills the air as children embrace the magic of winter, creating memories that will forever warm their hearts with pure happiness. Girls in the car of a ferris wheel at Gorki Park, Moscow, Russia: With wide smiles and sparkling eyes, these girls experience an exhilarating ride that brings them sheer delight and unadulterated happiness. Portrait of an Indian woman with a child in the river, region of Malabar, state of Kerala, Southern India: The serene waters reflect not only their physical beauty but also their inner contentment and contagious joy shared between mother and child. Dance in Jaipur: Vibrant movements accompanied by infectious music create an atmosphere brimming with jubilance as dancers express themselves through rhythm and grace. Scene of a traditional dance, state of Gujarat: In colorful attire adorned with intricate patterns reflecting tradition and heritage; this dance embodies celebration where every step exudes boundless joy. Portrait of girls in traditional dress - state of Rajasthan (Jaipur): These young girls showcase cultural pride while wearing stunning traditional dresses that mirror their radiant spirits filled with endless cheerfulness. Group dance during one of Udaipur's festivals - state Rajasthan (India): As partakers join hands to celebrate unity amidst festivities; they share laughter-filled moments dancing together harmoniously – spreading waves after waves of happiness all around. A pilgrim happily singing a religious hymn upon arriving in Pandharpur - Maharashtra (India).