Santa Maria dei Miracoli in Brescia
Giacomo Rossetti
c. 1870 - c. 1885
Medium
albumen print
Dimensions
370; 302
About this artwork
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Art Historical Context
Behold the stunning albumen print *Santa Maria dei Miracoli Brescia* by Giacomo Rossetti, created around 1870–1885. This captivating image captures the elegant Renaissance facade of Brescia's iconic church, a gem of 15th-century Italian architecture known for its intricate marble inlays and harmonious proportions. Rossetti, a skilled photographer from Lombardy, masterfully documents this landmark during Italy's post-unification era, when growing national pride spurred interest in preserving cultural heritage through emerging visual technologies. The medium—an albumen print—marks a pinnacle of...