Man in traditional costume - Bolzano, Italy
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Man in traditional costume - Bolzano, Italy
Man in traditional costume from Bozen / Bolzano - Italy - then (at the time of publication) part of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. Annexed by Italy at the end of World War I. Date: 1917
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Media ID 14376396
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Alpine Austria Austro Hungarian Bolzano Bozen Curved Hungary May16 Pipe Region Socks Umbrella Wide Brimmed
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the essence of tradition and history in the Italian Alpine town of Bolzano, then part of the Austro-Hungarian Empire (1867-1918). The man in the image, dressed in his regional attire, stands confidently against the backdrop of the picturesque Dolomite mountains. He wears a wide-brimmed yellow hat, a symbol of the South Tyrolean Alpine region, and a white jacket with a high collar, reminiscent of the Austrian influence. In his hands, he holds an umbrella and a curved pipe, adding to the old-world charm of the scene. The man's socks peek out from beneath his pants, adding a touch of warmth and authenticity to the image. The photograph was taken in 1917, a time when the region was on the brink of change. At the end of World War I, Bolzano and the surrounding South Tyrolean Alpine region were annexed by Italy, marking the end of the Austro-Hungarian Empire's rule. This image serves as a poignant reminder of the rich cultural heritage and history that once defined this region. The photograph's composition, with the man framed by the mountains and the umbrella providing a sense of shelter, creates a sense of peace and tranquility. The man's smoking pipe and the misty mountains in the background add to the mood of the image, making it a beautiful and timeless representation of a bygone era.
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