Gezicht op de Ponte dell'Ammiraglio in Palermo 1856 - 1914

Giuseppe Incorpora captured this view of the Ponte dell'Ammiraglio in Palermo with a camera, freezing a moment in time. The bridge, with its arches, serves not only as a path across water but also as a symbol of connection and continuity, echoing the ancient Roman aqueducts that once supplied lifeblood to bustling cities. The obelisk standing to the left mirrors the Egyptian obelisks, symbols of power and permanence, brought to Rome and re-contextualized as emblems of imperial authority. Consider how such structures, like the obelisk, have been repurposed across cultures, carrying echoes of past civilizations into the present. It’s as if the collective memory, buried deep within our psyche, recognizes and responds to these symbols that have traversed time. The enduring presence of the bridge and obelisk triggers a primal connection, reminding us of humanity's ceaseless endeavor to build, connect, and leave a lasting mark. These forms have resurfaced, evolved, and taken on new meanings, their journey through history a mirror of our own.