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**Photochromprints** @Photochromprints@mastodon.ozioso.online · Dec 17, 2024

Dec 17, 2024

Photochromprints @Photochromprints@mastodon.ozioso.online

Lussin-Piccolo (i.e., Lussinpiccolo), from Monte Calavario, Istria, Austro-Hungary between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900. Views of the Austro-Hungarian Empire

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https://www.loc.gov/pictures/item/2002710929/

The image depicts a picturesque coastal town with European architecture, likely from the late 19th to early 20th century. A series of stone buildings and houses are nestled on hillsides overlooking a harbor or bay, characterized by calm blue water dotted with ships including what appear to be naval vessels. In the distance, mountains rise against a pale sky, adding depth and contrast to the scene.

In the foreground, a dry-stone wall suggests rural surroundings within proximity of the town. The colors in this print are muted yet warm, suggesting an era before modern color printing techniques were commonly used for such images. The overall composition captures both urban life and natural beauty, hinting at a harmonious relationship between human settlement and its landscape.

This particular image is associated with Lussin-Piccolo (Lussinpiccolo), located on Monte Calavario in Istria, Austro-Hungary, dating roughly around the late 1800s to early 1900s. The reference indicates that this photochrom print was part of a collection showcasing views from various locations within the Austro-Hungarian Empire during its existence.

The historical context and visual elements in the image offer insights into the architectural style, maritime activities, and geographical features of the region at the time it was captured.

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