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PRIMA ESPOSIZIONE INTERNAZIONALE DI ARTE DECORATIVA MODERNA- TORINO 1902- PADIGLIONE SOCIETA' CONSUMATORI GAS

#PADIGLIONESOCIETA #CONSUMATORIGAS #Turin #Italy #RaffaelloPelaia #Torino-Espos #Piemonte #Torino #photography #FerroCandilera

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The image depicts a vintage black-and-white photograph of an ornate building known as the "Padiglione Società Consumatori Gas" from the 1902 International Exhibition held in Turin, Italy. This particular pavilion was designed by architect Raffaello Pelaia and is notable for its decorative elements inspired by baroque architecture. The structure features a central entrance with an archway supported by two columns topped with ornate capitals. Above this entry, there are multiple levels of decorative molding and sculptures that add to the building's grandeur.

The pavilion has three visible arched windows on the upper level above the main facade, adorned with intricate designs. On either side of these central features stand slender lamp posts or streetlights, adding symmetry to the composition. The photograph appears aged, as indicated by its monochromatic color scheme and slight discoloration around edges.

Trees line up along a path in front of the building, suggesting it was located within an urban park setting during that era. A caption at the bottom left corner reads "Torino - Espos. Int. d'Arte Dec. Moderna - Padiglione Società Consumatori Gas (12)," which translates to "Turin - International Art Exhibition of Modern Decorative Industry - Pavilion Consumers Gas Society." The overall impression is that of a historical building, preserved as an example of early 20th-century industrial architecture with artistic flair.

PRIMA ESPOSIZIONE INTERNAZIONALE DI ARTE DECORATIVA MODERNA- TORINO 1902-ARS NOVA - SCULT. BISCARRA

#BISCARRA #Italian #ArtNouveau #SCULT #CesareBiscarra #Turin #ARSNOVA #Piemonte #Torino #photography #FerroCandilera

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The image depicts a vintage black and white postcard or photograph featuring an architectural structure with sculptural elements. At the top, there's a prominent dome-like roof over which hangs a circular emblem bearing a sun motif surrounded by rays emanating from its center. Below this is what appears to be a stone facade of a building adorned with classical decorative details such as cornices and pilasters.

Centered in the middle of the structure stands an imposing statue, seemingly made of marble or another white material, which portrays two reclining figures on a pedestal that rests upon a larger base featuring sculptural relief work. The statues' poses are relaxed; one figure appears to be lying back with its head resting on what looks like a book or tablet.

The building is part of an exhibition setting suggested by the handwritten annotations and printed text at the top left corner, which reads "TORINO - ESPOSIZIONE INTERNAZIONALE D.A.M. - ARS NOVA" along with other indistinct script likely in Italian. The date mentioned alongside this indicates that it is from '1902'. A number 5 appears prominently at the top right corner of the postcard, possibly denoting its placement within a series or catalog.

Surrounding foliage and trees can be seen to the sides of the building, indicating an outdoor setting for the exhibition. The overall impression conveys historical significance related to Art Nouveau (Modern Decorati [...]
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¡Colaboración de ensueño! Negra Modelo y Chocolate Turín unen fuerzas para crear una cerveza única. El sabor que estabas esperando para este fin de año. zurl.co/CIgcg

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2025-11-21

Allianz Stadium

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Capacity: 41507
Location: Turin, Italy
Team: Juventus FC

2025-11-15

Getting around by public transport in Piemont, Italy is not really a viable option in most cases. The service is just too limited.

For our trip to Turin however, the train was definitely the best option. No toll roads, no traffic jams, no looking for a parking spot (a pay for it), instead a warm and comfortable ride.

Learned something new as well, that Hitachi apparently also builds trains.

#PublicTransport #Train #Turin #Piemont #TrainBubble

Hitachi train in black with yellow/blue stripesInterior of the train. Blue seats.Turin main station at night
2025-11-14
Turin by night on the horizon as seen from the Sacra di San Michele.

#Turin #Torino #SacraDiSanMichele
2025-11-14

#Italie : l’Université de #Turin #Italie : l’Université #Roma_Tre #Espagne : l’Université #Complutense de #Madrid #France : l’Université de #Paris, #INALCO #France : #l’EHESS #France : le #CNRS #France : l’Université de #Paris, #INALCO #France : #l’EHESS

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