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Trevi Fountain Closeup
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A close up of the base of the Trevi Fountain.
The backdrop for the fountain is the Palazzo Poli, given a new facade with a giant order of Corinthian pilasters that link the two main stories. Taming of the waters is the theme of the gigantic scheme that tumbles forward, mixing water and rockwork, and filling the small square. Tritons guide Oceanus' shell chariot, taming seahorses.
In the centre is superimposed a robustly modelled triumphal arch. The center niche or exedra framing Oceanus has free-standing columns for maximal light-and-shade. In the niches flanking Oceanus, Abundance spills water from her urn and Salubrity holds a cup from which a snake drinks. Above, bas reliefs illustrate the Roman origin of the aqueducts.
The tritons and horses provide symmetrical balance, with the maximum contrast in their mood and poses (by 1730, the rococo is already in full bloom in France and Germany).
PP: Cropped from a wider view and adjusted the brightness slightly. |
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- karith
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Excellent composition and POV for this close-up look at this section of the fountain. I like how you have filled the frame to feature the sculptural detail with the water falling at the side. This is how I like to look at things:) Well done.
Bonjour Richard
Détail très intéressant, beau rendu de la pierre
Amicalement
Sylvain
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