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The bridge of Sighs in Venice (photo)
3507166 The bridge of Sighs in Venice (photo); (add.info.: The Bridge of Sighs (Italian: Ponte dei Sospiri) in Venice, northern Italy. The enclosed bridge of white limestone, has windows with stone bars, and passes over the Rio di Palazzo and connects the New Prison (Prigioni Nuove) to the interrogation rooms in the Doge's Palace. It was designed by Antonio Contino (whose uncle Antonio da Ponte had designed the Rialto Bridge) and was built in 1600.); Universal History Archive
Media ID 38465542
© Universal History Archive / Bridgeman Images
Bridge Of Sighs Canal Connecting Doges Palace Enclosed Interrogation Limestone Ponte Dei Sospiri Venetians Windows Antonio Contino Rio Di Palazzo
14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 35.6cm (16" x 14")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
The Bridge of Sighs in Venice is a breathtaking sight that captures the essence of Italian architecture and history. This iconic bridge, designed by Antonio Contino in 1600, connects the New Prison to the interrogation rooms in the Doge's Palace. Made of white limestone with windows adorned with stone bars, it stands as a symbol of both beauty and melancholy.
As you gaze upon this photo print, you can almost feel the weight of centuries past hanging in the air. The intricate details of the bridge's design speak to a time when craftsmanship was revered and every structure told a story. The canal below reflects the colors of Venice, adding to the enchanting atmosphere captured in this image.
The Bridge of Sighs has long been associated with romantic legends and tales of lost love. It is said that prisoners would sigh as they crossed from freedom to captivity, hence its name. But beyond its tragic connotations, this bridge also represents resilience and strength - standing tall through wars, floods, and changing times.
This photograph serves as a reminder of Venice's rich cultural heritage and enduring allure. It invites us to ponder on our own journeys across metaphorical bridges - between past and present, hope and despair. In every glance at this image, we find ourselves transported to a place where history whispers through every stone bar on those windows above Rio di Palazzo.
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