Saturday, May 1, 2010

Theme Day: Statues

Giuseppe Garibaldi by Augusto Rivalta, LivornoGiuseppe Garibaldi, a statue by the sculptor Augusto Rivalta.Bust of Giuseppe Mazzini, Fortezza Nuova, LivornoA bust (which is not a statue) of Giuseppe Mazzini, now sadly hidden inside the “Fortezza Nuova”, closed to public since January 2009

See also: Garibaldi - Inside the Fortress - From the Fortress - Fortress with a Secret - C Eaters


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34 comments:

  1. Luis GomezMay 1, 2010 at 12:51 AM

    These are wonderful!

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  2. Susie of ArabiaMay 1, 2010 at 12:52 AM

    I really love the statue of Garibaldi - the beautiful clouds behind him just add so much impact. Such a contrast to the 2nd photo's impact with the brick behind him. Both statues have great detail.

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  3. Stefan JanssonMay 1, 2010 at 1:00 AM

    Giuseppe and Giuseppe. Great choice for the theme day.

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  4. Joan ElizabethMay 1, 2010 at 1:19 AM

    Those clouds behind the statue certainly add more drama than than the bricks, though the lighting in the second is nice. Nice statues.

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  5. JimMay 1, 2010 at 2:33 AM

    Brilliant works.
    Sydney - City and Suburbs

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  6. brattcatMay 1, 2010 at 2:45 AM

    Excellent choices for the theme. I don't know how you got such an outstanding image of the one no longer on view to the public but I'm so glad you did.

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  7. LowellMay 1, 2010 at 3:23 AM

    Omigod! The first picture - is it outside and is that what the sky looked like behind it? Incredible; stunning!

    I like the bust of Mazzini, too - such depth of feeling captured!

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  8. T. BecqueMay 1, 2010 at 4:11 AM

    That first picture is wonderful! Makes him look God-like, as if he's walking in the clouds!

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  9. B SQUAREDMay 1, 2010 at 4:34 AM

    You must have an "in" with the Man upstairs or incredible timing. Either way, the first photo is something special.

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  10. tapirgalMay 1, 2010 at 4:38 AM

    I agree with everyone about the first statue. My first thought was how epic it looked with the relative plainness of the cape against those magnificently boiling clouds - it almost looks like the spray of a huge waterfall or the ice of a glacier. Stunning any way you look at it.

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  11. TussyMay 1, 2010 at 5:51 AM

    Sky behind the first picture is beautiful.

    Love the way he is posting too.

    You Got A Posty ~ PFF
    All Little Things I Like

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  12. HildaMay 1, 2010 at 7:08 AM

    I love your first photo! That huge cloud is just awesome and makes for such a dramatic backdrop! I hope Signore Mazzini will not stay hidden for long.

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  13. DinaMay 1, 2010 at 7:56 AM

    Quite different (photographic) backgrounds each Giuseppe has, both dramatic.

    Your C Eaters link about Gorgia toscana is fascinating!

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  14. JillyMay 1, 2010 at 9:05 AM

    Two fabulous statues but the first photograph is so dramatic. Love it.

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  15. Cezar and LéiaMay 1, 2010 at 11:14 AM

    I liked a lot your choice , they are great sculptures!The first one is very impressive and a beautiful homage a this important Italian hero!
    Have a nice weekend dear friend,
    Léia

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  16. IlseMay 1, 2010 at 12:44 PM

    Wow! Did you order the clouds to appear or what? This should be a post card.

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  17. KateMay 1, 2010 at 1:39 PM

    I admire both statues...magnificent features. Garibaldi looks like he's about to conquer the world!

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  18. Small City ScenesMay 1, 2010 at 2:58 PM

    Oh dear, I frgot theme day!!
    Both statues are great. Won't find anything like that out here in these woods.

    I did find some sailboats though.

    MB

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  19. HalcyonMay 1, 2010 at 3:28 PM

    You have lots of nice statues to choose from in Livorno! I like these two you have chosen.

    Happy weekend!

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  20. Julie ScottsdaleDailyPhoto.comMay 1, 2010 at 4:33 PM

    awesome image with the statue in the clouds. superb composition for theme day

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  21. cieldequimperMay 1, 2010 at 4:34 PM

    Both beautiful. Those fluffy clouds are just fantastic.

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  22. KaoriMay 1, 2010 at 5:11 PM

    He looks like he's floating above the clouds! Wonderful photos for theme day :D

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  23. UnknownMay 1, 2010 at 5:55 PM

    Both Giuseppes have great backgrounds but the clouds above (or behind!) Garibaldi are amazing and make such an incredible shot!

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  24. Marie-NoyaleMay 1, 2010 at 6:33 PM

    I cannot decide if the clouds are real or a painting!
    They give Garibaldi such an aura.
    Great choice.

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  25. Clueless in BostonMay 1, 2010 at 7:14 PM

    Your first shot makes it look as if he is in heaven! Wonderful shots. Have a great weekend.

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  26. Rob SiemannMay 1, 2010 at 7:18 PM

    Garibaldi, with this background... Just fantastic. Mazzini is not bad either!

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  27. VPMay 1, 2010 at 8:36 PM

    One of my favorite painting is “Wanderer above the Sea of Fog” by Caspar David Friedrich.
    I had this in mind when patiently waiting for the right clouds around Garibaldi.

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  28. GunnMay 1, 2010 at 9:21 PM

    Wow, the top photo is really SUPERB!
    Mr. Garibaldi had style, and amazing work by the artist.

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  29. CopenhagenMay 1, 2010 at 9:30 PM

    Happy theme days:) Your city is never out of awesome photos.

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  30. jooMay 1, 2010 at 9:59 PM

    Garibaldi against the clouds is fantastic!

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  31. Leif HagenMay 1, 2010 at 11:01 PM

    Two great statues of two great men! Perfect picks for theme day today!

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  32. valeriaMay 1, 2010 at 11:14 PM

    Garibaldi has a very special background, love it.

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  33. Babzy.BMay 2, 2010 at 8:19 AM

    the first shot against the clouds is beautiful ;)

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  34. lodoliteMay 2, 2010 at 11:49 AM

    Garibaldi e le nuvole, bellisima accoppiata!
    ciao simona

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