Ninfeo di Palazzo Arroni, a photo from Perugia, Umbria

Photographer's Note

Ninfeo di Palazzo Arroni
Beautiful nymph site within the noble Palazzo Arroni courtyard which was built on the initiative of Racani family in the early years of the sixteenth century, then passed in ownership to Brancaleoni before, to Vari then and finally, in the second half of the eighteenth century to the Arroni. The tub is flanked by two obelisks logs, decorated with stucco work and resting on a high base, in the niche above the tub make shows three great figures, centered Artemis Ephesia, and the two sides deities, one male and one female, symbolizing fertility and abundance.
The imaginative bezel has shaped shell, authentic small shells are scattered between the valves in the green and ocher-colored stucco.
The overlying arch and archivolts are decorated with stucco panels, which enclosed frescoes no longer readable.
SEE WS

ikeharel, Royaldevon, Fis2, jhm, ChrisJ, PaulVDV, pierrefonds, PiotrF, COSTANTINO, papagolf21, adramad, jean113 has marked this note useful

Critiques | Translate

holmertz (92724) 2020-11-21 0:51

Hello Silvio,
To my personal taste this is more curious than truly beautiful, but the rather odd sculptures and ornaments are quite fascinating. The photo, and also the WS, is perfectly sharp and well exposed and an interesting contribution to TE.
Best regards,
Gert

Royaldevon (75240) 2020-11-21 2:49

Ciao Caro Silvio,

This is an unusual well.
Its concave shape and curved design immediately draws us in. The shell type pattern, with a base that seems like extended arms, is what attracts the eye, and it is a while before we notice the figures.

I wonder if this has been added to, over the centuries. The two obelisks do not seem in keeping with the style of the rest and might have been later additions.

It's a sharp exposure to bring out these details for us to peruse.

Have a good w/e,
Bev :-)

Fis2 (155425) 2020-11-21 3:45

Witaj Silvio!
A very interesting set of photos.
Interesting place, the view is impressive.
Good frames, colors and sharpness.
Well done.
Nice weekend.
Krzysztof

jhm (202823) 2020-11-21 4:58

Ciao Silvio,

Again a nice picture by the font, Ninfeo di Palazzo Arroni
Real a nice detailed image too.
Pleasant to look at
Very well done, TFS.

Have a nice weekend,
John

ChrisJ (159862) 2020-11-21 5:35

Hello Silvio

It looks like Adam has lost a leg somewhere along the line but Eve is holding up quite well! Good sharpness and framing with a pleasant diffused light. Tfs!

lousat (129831) 2020-11-21 5:54

Ciao Silvio,un vero capolavoro,mi chiedo se quelli attorno alla staute siano coralli veri o una riproduzione davvero magistrale, nel WS si vedono molto bene. Una bella sorpresa dalla tua citta' ancora una volta. Buon weekend,Luciano

pajaran (102460) 2020-11-21 6:33

Greeting.
Beautiful old architecture, well shown with beautiful colors, contrast and good text.
Beautiful sculptures and details.
I wish you a nice afternoon, all the best.
Paja.

PaulVDV (54735) 2020-11-21 10:57

Hello Silvio,
This seems like a very strange monument to me.
I confess that I don't know anything of monuments dedicated to the nymphs.
Kind of damaged over the centuries. But certain colours still come through very strongly.
Clear and sharp pictures. Interesting to have some closer views in the WS.
Best regards, Paul

kasianowak (15760) 2020-11-21 11:00

Ciao Silvio
Nicely captured curves, textures and patterns. There is so much to see in Spoleto, I only spent a couple of hours there. These statues are really beautiful.
Best wishes
Kasia

mkamionka (61018) 2020-11-21 11:22

Ciao Silvio,
it is amazing how many attractive spots there are in this town!
I would really like to visit it before all the damage. It must have been magnificent,
these decorations are so very impressive even now but it is easy to imagine it must have been spectacular before.
Excellent reportage,
M

jmdias (102710) 2020-11-21 12:09

silvio

I guess I saw statues of that goddess in some place before. a curious fountain with a strange classic and pagan mood. very unusual and curious.

take care

jorge

pierrefonds (103384) 2020-11-21 16:21

Hi Silvio,

The scene is impressive. The point of view is showing the details of the Ninfeo di Palazzo Arroni. It is clear and sharp. Have a nice day.

Pierre

PiotrF (52330) 2020-11-21 16:30

Hello Silvio,
Nice picture from Palazzo Arroni courtyard .
I like fine details, good composition , nice colours and good sharpness. Thank you for informative note.
Good work.
Regards
Piotr

COSTANTINO (103979) 2020-11-21 22:59

Hello dear Silvio and have
a nice Sunday...
I never asked you dear Silvio...
...are you studied archaeology?????
you would be the best in the world....
this is your real life
regards
costantino

papagolf21 (152599) 2020-11-21 23:42

Bonjour, cher ami Silvio,
Une description g幯廨ale d彋aill嶪 avec les mots qu'il faut !
Un lieu o� la beaut� du pass� est valoris嶪.
Des images en gros plan pour en admirer les d彋ails et la finesse.
Amiti廥.
Philippe

emka (152060) 2020-11-22 0:17

Ciao Silvio, Quite a series of the fountains. This one looks a bit strange but interesting.

best regrads Malgo

adramad (66904) 2020-11-22 11:02

Hi Silvio.
This nymphaeum seems very old and with a lot of work in its conception, sculptures, paintings and many details to enrich the monument.
A great photo.
Well done. I like.
Enjoy, Sunday.
All the best for you, my friend.
Luis.

abmdsudi (88423) 2020-11-23 5:16

Hi Silvio
Very unusual ancient well and a hidden treasures there probably the only source of water in the olden days then. A most interesting and informative shot of this artistic stonework and the feel of yesteryears. Excellent capture and tfs
Best regards

jean113 (21941) 2020-11-25 9:53

Hello Silvio, this is a site that is memorable, it would be hard to forget the style and decoration.
A great deal of care was taken in creating this well.
An excellent sharp shot.
Once again from your locality; there is a wealth of places to photograph in your region it seems.
Thanks for sharing, kind regards, Jean.