Instrument Or Object Collection (#6)

Full-length portrait of two sisters in elegant late nineteenth century dress. Date of Photograph:1880-1890 ca

Studio portrait of a little girl behind a screen on which a boat is painted. She holds an oar. Date of Photograph:1870-1880 ca

Studio portrait of two boys. They are sitting behind a painted row boat. Date of Photograph:1900-1910 ca

The Opera of Chatelet in Paris, with the bridge and the Seine in the foreground France Paris Theater Arts and handicrafts of XIX century, Nineteenth century, 19th century, Europe

Full-length figure of a young chinese woman. She is seated and wears traditional attire. Behind her is a painted backdrop. Date of Photograph:1890-1900 ca

In front of a mountain house, with woodpiles stacked against the walls, a photographer is focusing on the face of an elderly man with a bellows camera

Souvenir from America Brazil Buenos Aires. Date of Photograph:1904

Portrait of a little girl with camera. Date of Photograph:1900-1906

Full-length portrait of a japanese pilgrim to Fujiyama. The young man is wearing simple traditional clothing completed by an unusual hat with a wimple

Full-length portrait, in profile, of two japanese priests of the Nitchi-Re-Shu sect. They are wearing long garments with full sleeves and high clogs. They are holding rosaries

The Cross of Guehenno France Guehenno. Date of Photograph:1963

Timpany Dance, dance for a good harvest, on the outskirts of a village in Gujarat India State of Gujarat. Date of Photograph:1965

Timpany Dance, dance to invoke a good harvest, on the outskirts of the village of Gujarat India State of Gujarat. Date of Photograph:1965

Portrait of a man showing the rolls of the Torah, Jewish community of Cochin, state of Kerala India State of Kerala, Cochin. Date of Photograph:1965

The bell tower and dome of a picturesque wood church in the Russian countryside Russia. Date of Photograph:1965 ca

A funerary monument on the Argentine planelands Argentina. Date of Photograph:1956-1957

Portrait of a man reading the Torah, Jewish community of Cochin, state of Kerala India State of Kerala, Cochin. Date of Photograph:1965

Christ in glory: panel from the Bronze Doors of San Zeno in Verona Verona Cathedral of San Zeno High Relief, Tile Romanesque, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

Offering of terracotta votive figures, colored sacred cows to honor the god of the fields in the wide agricultural area north of Madras, state of Andhra Pradesh India State of Andhra Pradesh

Flondar Brunelli photographimg Folco Quilici using his underwater Hasselblad SW in Capo Muro di Porto. Siracusa Syracuse. Date of Photograph:1989

The swimming pool at Cinacitt: the construction of Rex for Fellini's Amarcord Rome Building Styles and Movements before 1945, International Art of 20th Century. Date of Photograph:1975

Folco Quilici photograph a dragon exemplary island of Komodo in Indonesia during filming for the TV series "The dawn of man" Indonesia island of Komodo. Date of Photograph:1970

Folco Quilici in immersion during the filming of the film "Oceano" Australia / Oceania. Date of Photograph:1970-1971

Folco Quilici with a shark hanging from a palm tree during the filming of the film "Oceano" Australia / Oceania. Date of Photograph:1970-1971

Folco Quilici filmed the flight of birds on a beach in Oceania during the filming of the film "Oceano" Australia / Oceania. Date of Photograph:1970-1971

Folco Quilici with a Polynesian during the filming for the film "Oceano" in Oceania Australia / Oceania. Date of Photograph:1970-1971

Folco Quilici during the filming for the film "Oceano" in Oceania Australia / Oceania. Date of Photograph:1970-1971

Folco Quilici on a sailing boat during the filming for the film "Oceano" in Oceania Australia / Oceania. Date of Photograph:1970-1971

Folco Quilici and his staff during the filming for the film "Oceano" in Oceania Australia / Oceania. Date of Photograph:1970-1971

A "coral diver" surfacing from the deep ocean bed of Capo Caccia. During the filming the "corallium rubrum" he collected is illuminated. Sardinia Sardinia. Date of Photograph:1967

Folco Quilici using his Kdak Special movie camera in its underwater housing stabilized with woodand cork "wings" to film on the reeffor the Italian National Underwater Expedition; Isle of

Photographer and filmmaker Folco Quilici (1930-2018) and his equipment at the Taj Mahal, Agra, Uttar Pradesh, India India Uttar Pradesh, Agra, Taj Mahal. Date of Photograph:1967

Folco Quilici (1930-2018) photographing a coral seabed in the Red Sea with a Contaflex camera during the Italian National Underwater Expedition Africa Red Sea. Date of Photograph:1952

Photograph by Giorgio Ravelli of Folco Quilici photographing a coral sea bed in the Red Sea with a Contaflex in its underwater housing for the Itlaian National Underwater Expedition Red Sea

Group portrait, Piazzaletto delle Arche, Verona Verona Piazzaletto delle Arche Ark, Funerary Monument Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1920 ca

Piazzaletto delle Arche, Verona Verona Piazzaletto delle Arche Ark, Funerary Monument Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1920 ca.. Date of Artwork:1345

Tomb of Mastino II, Piazzaletto delle Arche, Verona Verona Ark, Funerary Monument Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1930 ca.. Date of Artwork:1345

Woman taking a photograph Italy. Date of Photograph:1950 ca

Vincenzo Balocchi photographed by Giuseppe Cavalli Italy. Date of Photograph:1950 ca

Photographer at work Italy. Date of Photograph:1960 ca

View of lake with photographer. Date of Photograph:1975-1995

Three photographers near a small lake. Date of Photograph:1975-1995

Vincenzo Balocchi photographed by Alex Franchini Stappo Florence. Date of Photograph:1943

Woman stringing wool Italy. Date of Photograph:1960 ca

Young man taking a photograph. Postcard sent by the author to Vincenzo Balocchi Italy. Date of Photograph:1940

Portrait of a bishop. Drawing by Titian, in the Gabinetto dei Disegni e delle Stampe, at the Uffizi Gallery in Florence Florence Uffizi Gallery

Drawing depicting five people in movement with hats and historic dress. Work by Perugino located in the Room of Drawings and Prints in the Uffizi

Sketch by Michelangelo for the Last Judgment, in the Gabinetto dei Disegni e delle Stampe, at the Uffizi Gallery in Florence Florence Uffizi Gallery

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In the world of art, an instrument or object can hold immense significance, often serving as a conduit for profound emotions and narratives. Take, for instance, the deposition scene depicted in Risen Christ, also known as Christ of Minerva. Here, a marble sculpture captures the sorrowful moment when Jesus is taken down from the cross—a poignant reminder of sacrifice and redemption. Similarly evocative is Dead Christ, a haunting portrayal that invites contemplation on mortality and grief. The artist's skill brings forth raw emotion through every stroke and contour. Moving away from religious themes but still within the realm of artistic expression, David Before the Ark of the Covenant showcases an intriguing object—an ark symbolizing divine presence. This painting transports us to ancient times where reverence meets human vulnerability. Shifting gears to portraiture photography, we encounter a young Roman noblewoman posing in a studio photo—a snapshot frozen in time that offers glimpses into her personality and aspirations. San Zanobi raises a boy from the dead presents another captivating narrative—depicting an instrument or object used by Saint Zanobi to perform miracles according to Codice Edili 107. Such stories remind us of faith's power to transcend boundaries. Saint Apollonia emerges as yet another figure steeped in symbolism—the patron saint of dentistry holding pliers representing her martyrdom during persecution. Her image resonates with those seeking solace amidst physical pain or spiritual turmoil. The Last Judgement fresco reveals intricate details depicting saints alongside instruments such as trumpets—signifying their role in heralding final judgment while offering hope for salvation. Returning once more to portrait photography with Roman nobles posing in a studio photo—we witness not only their regal demeanor but also gain insight into societal norms and values prevalent at that time. Ecce Homo confronts viewers with an arresting sight—the crowned head of Jesus wearing thorns—an instrument turned symbolically potent through its association with suffering and sacrifice.