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Ferro Candilera

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Arona - Lago Maggiore - Veduta del lago

#Arona #LagoMaggiore #Italy #Italian #Piemonte #Novara #photography #FerroCandilera

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Arona - Lago Maggiore - Veduta del lago

#Arona #LagoMaggiore #Italy #Italian #Piemonte #Novara #photography #FerroCandilera

https://fotografia.cultura.gov.it/iccd/item/FFC036344

The image is a sepia-toned postcard featuring an old photograph of the town Arona in Lago Maggiore, Italy. The scene captures the tranquil waters reflecting buildings on their banks with one prominent church tower and several smaller structures. There's handwritten text at the bottom left corner that appears to be signatures or annotations, including "Esel. L. M. G." possibly indicating the sender, followed by additional names in cursive script which could refer to recipients. At the top right is a red postage stamp with an image of what seems like a queen and bears Italian text within it; however, specific details are not clearly readable due to size constraints on this description. The overall condition suggests age and usage typical for vintage postcards from historical periods.

#photography #piemonte #novara #ferrocandilera #italy #lagomaggiore #italian #arona

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Ferro Candilera

@ItalianPostcards@mastodon.ozioso.online

1 giorno fa

Arona - Lago Maggiore - Panorama - Veduta del lago

#Arona #LagoMaggiore #Italy #European #Arona-Panorama #Giugno #Piemonte #Novara #photography #Fe

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Arona - Lago Maggiore - Panorama - Veduta del lago

#Arona #LagoMaggiore #Italy #European #Arona-Panorama #Giugno #Piemonte #Novara #photography #FerroCandilera

https://fotografia.cultura.gov.it/iccd/item/FFC036347

The image depicts a vintage panoramic view of the town Arona, situated on Lago Maggiore in Italy. A notable feature is the prominent bell tower with clocks marking time for both Roman and 24-hour systems. The landscape includes historical architecture typical of European towns from this period, showcasing buildings closely packed together along the lakefront. In the background, a fortified hilltop hints at Arona's medieval past or strategic military significance. The water reflects the light in an almost mirror-like manner, indicating it might be taken during midday when sunlight is optimal for such reflections.

Inscribed on the photograph are "Arona - Panorama," suggesting that this image represents one of several panoramic views available to capture the entirety and various aspects of Arona's town. The signature at the bottom right could indicate a photographer or an owner who signed it, possibly commemorating their visit with a personal note: "28 Giugno 1905 Arona - Panorama." Th

#european #photography #piemonte #novara #ferrocandilera #italy #lagomaggiore #arona #giugno

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Ferro Candilera

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LAGO MAGGIORE - ARONA CON VEDUTA D'ANGERA

#LagoMaggiore #Arona #Angera #AnteeBigliardo #LagoMaggiore-ARONA #dAngera #Fotocromio #Milan #Saluki #Fer

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LAGO MAGGIORE - ARONA CON VEDUTA D'ANGERA

#LagoMaggiore #Arona #Angera #AnteeBigliardo #LagoMaggiore-ARONA #dAngera #Fotocromio #Milan #Saluki #FerroCandilera’s #Piemonte #Novara #photography #FerroCandilera

https://fotografia.cultura.gov.it/iccd/item/FFC036351

The image depicts a vintage postcard from Lago Maggiore, specifically Arona with views of Angera. The photograph is in black and white, giving it an aged appearance consistent with historical photographs. In the foreground, there are several boats moored on calm waters near the shore; some have covers over them while others show their wooden hulls exposed. A small rowboat rests nearby without a cover.

In the middle ground, we see multiple masts rising from what appears to be docks or piers extending into the lake. The background features an elaborate building with classical architectural elements on its facade labeled "Ante e Bigliardo." Behind it is another structure perched atop a hillside overlooking the waters and landscape beyond.

The distant hills create a backdrop of natural beauty, with terraced fields indicative of agricultural use. Several people are visible in small groups near some structures along the lakeside, giving life to this serene setting.

Atop the postcard

#photography #piemonte #novara #ferrocandilera #lagomaggiore #milan #arona #angera #anteebigliardo #dangera #fotocromio #saluki

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Ferro Candilera

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BELGIRATE - Panorama VEDUTA PANORAMICA DEL LAGO

#Belgirate #LagoMaggiore #Italy #StGeorgeChurch #BELGIRATE-Panorama #Italian #Piemonte #photography

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BELGIRATE - Panorama VEDUTA PANORAMICA DEL LAGO

#Belgirate #LagoMaggiore #Italy #StGeorgeChurch #BELGIRATE-Panorama #Italian #Piemonte #photography #FerroCandilera

https://fotografia.cultura.gov.it/iccd/item/FFC036407

The image displays a historical black and white photograph of the town of Belgirate, located on the shore of Lago Maggiore in Italy. The scene captures multiple buildings with varying architectural styles nestled against rolling hills that descend into the lake's edge. Prominent among these is what appears to be St. George Church at its highest point, standing out due to its white façade and bell tower, surrounded by dense greenery. In front of this townscape lies a body of water indicative of Lago Maggiore with subtle ripples on the surface. The image bears text that reads "BELGIRATE - Panorama" in Italian at the bottom center, suggesting it may be an old postcard or albumen silver print from the late 19th to early 20th century based on its style and quality of printing. There's a faded watermark across the top right corner with what looks like "P. Cadeddu", potentially indicating the photographer's mark.

#photography #piemonte #ferrocandilera #belgirate #italy #lagomaggiore #stgeorgechurch #italian

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