CS/49 - Piazza Maggiore, Bologna, Italy

CS/49 - Piazza Maggiore, Bologna, Italy
€44.00

When ordering a Classic Matte Paper or Classic Semi-Glossy Paper Wooden Framed Poster, you can choose from four frame colors: White, Natural, Dark, or Black.

When ordering a Wooden Framed Canvas print, you can choose from three frame colors: Natural, Dark, or Black.

When ordering a canvas print (not framed), you can choose how the edges (borders) are finished. White Wrap: the sides of the canvas remain white. Mirror Wrap: the last 2 cm on each edge of the image are mirrored and printed on the sides of the canvas.

'Landscape & Local Story'

 

Bologna, the capital of Italy’s Emilia-Romagna region, is famed for its medieval towers, elegant porticoes, and vibrant food culture. At the heart of the city lies Piazza Maggiore 📍, a grand square surrounded by historic landmarks: the Basilica di San Petronio, Palazzo d’Accursio, and Palazzo del Podestà. From here, the warm terracotta tones of the buildings, the lively cafés, and the hum of local life create a quintessential Bolognese atmosphere. In the evening, the square often becomes a stage for concerts, open-air cinema, and spontaneous gatherings.


'...One charming quirk of Piazza Maggiore is its “whispering gallery” under the vaulted corners of the Palazzo del Podestà. If two people stand at opposite corners and speak softly into the wall, their voices carry perfectly across the arch, allowing a secret conversation to pass unnoticed through the busy square. Locals say this was once used by messengers, and perhaps lovers, seeking a discreet exchange in the city’s bustling heart...'