Novo Collection

Wait for me !!!
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Morning on Main Street
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Flight of Hyder Ali, ruler of Mysore in Southern India, after the Battle of Porto Novo (now Parangipettai), between the British East India Company and the Sultanate of Mysore, 1 July 1781

Football Match at Porto Novo, Dahomey (Benin) between Nigeria (the British Army Colonial Service) and Dahomey (the French Colonial Army) - September, 1922. Date: 1922

An Apple, Please (oil on canvas)
1769871 An Apple, Please (oil on canvas) by Novo, Stefano (1862-1927); 108.6x160.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: An Apple, Please; Un Mela, per favore)

The New World, 1791-97 fresco) (see also 230499)
FTB60391 The New World, 1791-97 fresco) (see also 230499) by Tiepolo, Giandomenico (Giovanni Domenico) (1727-1804); Ca Rezzonico, Museo del Settecento, Venice

FALL / BULLDOG / 1933
NOVO NERO Owned by W. Shaw. Date: 1933

FALL / BULLDOG / 1933
NOVO NERO Owned by W. Shaw. Date: 1933

Divine Comedy by Dante Alighieri. 14th C. Engraving by Gusta
Divine Comedy. Epic poem written by Dante Alighieri (1265-1321) between 1308 and his death in 1321. Paradiso Canto III. Piccarda Donati and souls whose vows had been broken

AD: ENGINES, 1918. American advertisement for the Novo Engine Corporation. Illustration, 1918

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil - Camara Municipal
The Camara Municipal de Rio Novo on Praca Marechal Floriano Peixoto in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil Date: circa 1920s

Benin - Scenes & Places
The Republic of Benin (formerly Dahomey) - places depicted on the card are capital city Porto-Novo, a house of the indigenous population (one of whom is pictured in the inset oval)

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"Exploring the Diverse Facets of 'Novo': From Football Matches in Porto Novo, Dahomey to Dante's Divine Comedy" Discover the captivating world of 'novo' as we delve into various realms that bear this intriguing name. Starting with a thrilling football match held in Porto Novo, Dahomey (now Benin), where passionate fans cheered their teams amidst an electric atmosphere. Transporting ourselves to the 14th century, we encounter Gustave Doré's enchanting engraving depicting scenes from Dante Alighieri's timeless masterpiece, the Divine Comedy. The intricate details bring forth the vivid imagery and profound emotions embedded within this literary treasure. Shifting gears to artistry on canvas, "An Apple, Please" invites us to appreciate a still life painting that captures nature's simplicity and beauty through oil strokes. This artwork reminds us of life's small pleasures found in everyday objects. Our journey takes an unexpected turn as we witness Hyder Ali fleeing after the Battle of Porto Novo in Southern India. This historical event showcases how 'novo' can be associated with significant moments that shape nations and rulers alike. Venturing further into history, we encounter a mesmerizing fresco titled "The New World, " created between 1791-97. It depicts explorers discovering uncharted territories and symbolizes humanity's insatiable thirst for knowledge and discovery. Amidst these diverse portrayals of 'novo, ' let us not forget simpler joys like a peaceful morning on Main Street or heartwarming moments captured by photographers shouting out "Wait for me. . " These glimpses remind us to cherish life's fleeting yet precious instances. Unveiling another facet of 'novo, ' we stumble upon FALL / BULLDOG / 1933 advertisements showcasing engines manufactured by Novo Engine Corporation. These vintage ads transport us back to early 20th-century America when innovation was at its peak.