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The Besenzanica tomb by Enrico Butti, at the Monumental Cemetery in Milan. The sculpture depicts the Allegory of Work
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The Besenzanica tomb by Enrico Butti, at the Monumental Cemetery in Milan. The sculpture depicts the Allegory of Work
The Besenzanica tomb by Enrico Butti, at the Monumental Cemetery in Milan. The sculpture depicts the Allegory of Work. Milan The Monumental Cemetery Funerary Monument Nineteenth-Twenty century, 19th-20th century, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1920-1930 ca.. Date of Artwork:1912. Artist:Butti, Enrico (1847-1932)
Brogi Giacomo, Stabilimento fotografico
BGA-F-020739-0000
Media ID 33172906
© Alinari Archives, Florence
19th 20th Century Farm Vehicles Farming And Country Life Female Figure Geomorphological Monument Peasant Plow Plowing Rock Sculptural Group Tomb Abstract Concept And Symbol Headdress Civilian Natural Elements And Phenomena Type Of Representation
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The Besenzanica Tomb - A Symbolic Ode to Work and Country Life
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. This photograph captures the essence of Enrico Butti's masterpiece, "The Besenzanica tomb" located at the Monumental Cemetery in Milan. Created in 1912, this sculpture stands as a powerful allegory of work, depicting scenes from farming and country life. At first glance, one is drawn to the plow and farm vehicles that dominate the foreground. These instruments symbolize the tireless efforts of those who toil on the land. Amidst this scene, a female figure emerges gracefully, representing both strength and femininity intertwined with labor. Butti's attention to detail is evident in every element present. The oxen pulling the plow stand as terrestrial mammals against a backdrop of rugged rocks, showcasing nature's role in shaping our lives. A peasant wearing a hat indicative of their vocation adds authenticity to this vivid representation. As we move further into the composition, an imposing sculptural group takes center stage—a nude male figure surrounded by various objects representative of different professions—civilian or military alike. This amalgamation speaks volumes about work ethics transcending societal boundaries. Intriguingly placed within this tableau is a fir tree—an emblematic symbol often associated with eternal life—reminding us that even after death, our legacy endures through our contributions during our time on Earth. Captured between 1920-1930 by photographer Brogi Giacomo from Stabilimento Fotografico Alinari, this print encapsulates not only Butti's artistic brilliance but also serves as a testament to Europe's rich cultural heritage spanning centuries—the crossroads where nineteenth-century craftsmanship meets twentieth-century innovation. "The Besenzanica Tomb" invites viewers into an abstract concept where art intertwines seamlessly with daily existence—a timeless reminder that work shapes societies while honoring those who dedicated their lives to it.
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