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Strap-end, early C7th
Gold, garnet
Small gold strap-end, tongue-shaped, with inlaid cloisonné garnet work. The central cell is mushroom-shaped, while the two end cells are step-cut with a ladder pattern border consisting of narrow rectangular cells, which curve at the toe to form the rounded end. Each cloisonné cell has an underlay of stamped gold foil. There are three dome-headed rivets, one at each shoulder and one at the tongue, all of which connect with a triangular back-plate underneath. one of a pair with strap-end.
Buckle, early C7th
Gold, garnet
Gold buckle with rectangular plate. The buckle-end has cut-away shoulders near the loop, which is of smooth plain gold and swivels on a hinge. The tongue, also of plain gold, is fixed. The rectangular plate consists of a central panel of inlaid garnet cloisonné work formed of a mass of irregular cells, with cloisonné borders along each long side. At the end of the buckle is a shelf, set slightly lower than the rectangular plate, and set with three gold rivets with beaded wire collars, interspersed with step-cut garnet cloisonné work. These rivets connect with the plain gold back-plate. There are two more rivets with beaded wire collars, heads facing downwards, beneath the shoulders.
Buckle, c.425-455
found Córdoba, Andalucía
Gold, garnet
Gold buckle: heavy circular loop; club-shaped profiled tongue; deep circular plate with cloisonné garnet inlays; folded flap attachment with sheet back-plate; attachment rivets in peripheral collars; for a shoe, belt or sword attachment.
[British Museum]
Taken in the British Museum
Ooh this was a good one.
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In downtown Ottumwa, Iowa, on October 27th, 2020, was a brick wall on the south side of East 3rd Street, east of North Market Street.
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Getty Thesaurus of Geographic Names terms:
• Ottumwa (2035410)
• Wapello (county) (2000650)
Art & Architecture Thesaurus terms:
• beige (color) (300266234)
• brick (clay material) (300010463)
• brickwork (works by material) (300015333)
• brick red (color) (300311462)
• exterior walls (300002523)
• geometric patterns (300165213)
• white (color) (300129784)
Wikidata items:
• 27 October 2020 (Q57396950)
• October 27 (Q2956)
• October 2020 (Q55281169)
• overcast (Q1055865)
• Sac and Fox Treaty of 1842 (Q96404765)
Library of Congress Subject Headings:
• Brick walls (sh85016796)
An older Argentine gentleman with silver hair sits quietly against the backdrop of a bustling city street, his weathered face carrying an expression of stoic contemplation. He is enveloped in a thick, textured grey woolen sweater adorned with dark, geometric diamond patterns, suggesting a cool urban afternoon. A pair of reading glasses hangs loosely from the collar of his sweater, adding a touch of everyday practicality to his distinguished demeanor. The photographer masterfully utilizes a shallow depth of field to isolate the subject from the chaotic urban environment behind him. A classic black wrought-iron fence with repetitive circular motifs acts as a visual barrier between the quiet dignity of the man and the frenetic energy of the street. Beyond the fence, the heavily blurred, streaking form of a passing vehicle—hinting at the iconic black and yellow of a Buenos Aires taxi—creates a dynamic contrast to his stillness. Soft, natural, diffused daylight gently illuminates his features, highlighting the deep lines of experience etched into his face without casting harsh shadows. This intimate street portrait captures the authentic essence of the local populace, reflecting the quiet resilience often found in everyday moments across Argentina. The moody, slightly cool color palette enhances the introspective atmosphere of the scene, inviting viewers to wonder about the stories held behind his penetrating gaze. It is a quintessential piece of travel documentary photography that elevates a simple pedestrian encounter into a profound cultural study. This image is a collaborative production by Samuel Jeffery and Audrey Bergner for Project 23.
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Un señor mayor argentino de cabello plateado se sienta tranquilamente con el telón de fondo de una bulliciosa calle de la ciudad, con su rostro curtido reflejando una expresión de estoica contemplación. Está envuelto en un suéter de lana gris, grueso y texturizado, adornado con oscuros patrones geométricos en forma de diamantes, lo que sugiere una tarde urbana fresca. Un par de lentes de lectura cuelga holgadamente del cuello de su suéter, añadiendo un toque de practicidad cotidiana a su distinguido porte. El fotógrafo utiliza magistralmente una profundidad de campo reducida para aislar al sujeto del caótico entorno urbano que se encuentra a sus espaldas. Una clásica cerca de hierro forjado negro con motivos circulares repetitivos actúa como barrera visual entre la serena dignidad del hombre y la energía frenética de la calle. Más allá de la valla, la forma muy difuminada y veloz de un vehículo que pasa, que insinúa el icónico negro y amarillo de un taxi de Buenos Aires, crea un contraste dinámico con su quietud. La luz del día suave, natural y difusa ilumina delicadamente sus rasgos, resaltando las profundas líneas de experiencia grabadas en su rostro sin proyectar sombras duras. Este íntimo retrato callejero captura la auténtica esencia de la población local, reflejando la silenciosa resiliencia que a menudo se encuentra en los momentos cotidianos en toda Argentina. La paleta de colores melancólica y ligeramente fría realza la atmósfera introspectiva de la escena, invitando a los espectadores a preguntarse sobre las historias que se esconden tras su penetrante mirada. Es una pieza por excelencia de fotografía documental de viajes que eleva un simple encuentro peatonal a un profundo estudio cultural. Esta imagen es una producción colaborativa de Samuel Jeffery y Audrey Bergner para el Proyecto 23.
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Intricately carved and brightly painted, this handcrafted Andean chess set demands attention amidst the vibrant, bustling atmosphere of an artisanal market in the Argentine Northwest. The glossy ceramic pieces, depicting indigenous figures adorned in traditional garments and headdresses, stand battle-ready on a circular board. This unique reimagining of a classic European game serves as a profound cultural artifact, illustrating the historical clash and blending of empires within the Andean region. The board itself is a masterwork of regional design, decorated with striking geometric patterns including the Chakana, or Incan Cross, symbolizing the connection between the earthly and spiritual realms. Photographed with an exceptionally shallow depth of field, the composition sharply isolates the front rows of the stylized indigenous army. The background dissolves into a mesmerizing wash of creamy, colorful bokeh, highlighting the bustling, sensory overload of the surrounding market stalls. Natural light catches the varnished surfaces of the terracotta figures, enhancing the rich, earthy tones of red, green, ochre, and black. This selective focus technique not only draws the eye directly to the meticulous craftsmanship but also evokes a sense of intimacy within the chaotic vibrancy of a public bazaar. Such artisanal crafts are cornerstones of commerce in towns like Iruya and throughout Salta and Jujuy, offering travelers tangible pieces of Norteño heritage. The miniature warriors preserve centuries of ancestral pride, transformed into interactive art for modern explorers navigating the high-altitude landscapes of Argentina. This image is a collaborative production by Samuel Jeffery and Audrey Bergner for Project 23.
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Tallado con intrincado detalle y pintado con colores brillantes, este ajedrez andino hecho a mano exige atención en medio de la vibrante y bulliciosa atmósfera de un mercado artesanal en el Noroeste Argentino. Las brillantes piezas de cerámica, que representan figuras indígenas adornadas con vestimentas y tocados tradicionales, se mantienen listas para la batalla sobre un tablero circular. Esta reinterpretación única de un clásico juego europeo sirve como un profundo artefacto cultural, ilustrando el choque histórico y la mezcla de imperios dentro de la región andina. El tablero en sí es una obra maestra del diseño regional, decorado con llamativos patrones geométricos que incluyen la Chakana, o Cruz Inca, que simboliza la conexión entre los reinos terrenal y espiritual. Fotografiada con una profundidad de campo excepcionalmente reducida, la composición aísla nítidamente las primeras filas del estilizado ejército indígena. El fondo se disuelve en un fascinante lavado de bokeh cremoso y colorido, resaltando la sobrecarga sensorial y bulliciosa de los puestos del mercado circundantes. La luz natural atrapa las superficies barnizadas de las figuras de terracota, realzando los ricos tonos terrosos de rojo, verde, ocre y negro. Esta técnica de enfoque selectivo no solo atrae la mirada directamente hacia la meticulosa artesanía, sino que también evoca una sensación de intimidad dentro de la caótica vitalidad de un bazar público. Tales artesanías son pilares del comercio en pueblos como Iruya y a lo largo de Salta y Jujuy, ofreciendo a los viajeros piezas tangibles de la herencia norteña. Los guerreros en miniatura preservan siglos de orgullo ancestral, transformados en arte interactivo para los exploradores modernos que navegan por los paisajes de gran altitud de Argentina. Esta imagen es una producción colaborativa de Samuel Jeffery y Audrey Bergner para el Proyecto 23.
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San Antonio de Areco, Buenos Aires: A trio of majestic, mature palm trees dominates this meticulously maintained municipal plaza under a heavy, overcast sky. The composition emphasizes the contrast between the rigid, geometric patterns of the manicured boxwood hedges and the wild, sweeping textures of the palm fronds. The soft, diffuse lighting characteristic of an impending rainstorm mutes the verdant tones of the foliage, lending an air of quietude to this historic gaucho town. These palms serve as silent sentinels over the urban landscape, anchoring the square and providing a rhythmic focal point for visitors traversing the historic heart of the province. Architectural remnants of white-painted masonry peek from the periphery, hinting at the colonial roots that define the aesthetic of the region. As the camera captures the deep greens and soft gray light, the scene evokes the timeless atmosphere of rural Argentina, where structured landscape design meets the untamed beauty of native flora. This tranquil park setting offers a refreshing pause for travelers exploring the cobblestone streets and silversmith workshops that define this cultural treasure. The interplay of depth, created by the layering of foreground hedges and the soaring height of the canopy, demonstrates the balanced integration of public space and natural beauty found throughout the Pampa region. This photograph documents the essential preservation of aesthetic heritage that remains central to the identity of San Antonio de Areco. This image is a collaborative production by Samuel Jeffery and Audrey Bergner for Project 23.
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San Antonio de Areco, Buenos Aires: Un trío de majestuosas palmeras maduras domina esta plaza municipal meticulosamente mantenida bajo un cielo pesado y nublado. La composición enfatiza el contraste entre los patrones geométricos rígidos de los setos de boj y las texturas salvajes de las frondas de palma. La iluminación suave y difusa, característica de una tormenta inminente, suaviza los tonos verdes del follaje, otorgando un aire de quietud a este histórico pueblo gaucho. Estas palmeras sirven como centinelas silenciosos sobre el paisaje urbano, anclando la plaza y proporcionando un punto focal rítmico para los visitantes que recorren el centro histórico de la provincia. Los restos arquitectónicos de mampostería pintada de blanco se asoman desde la periferia, aludiendo a las raíces coloniales que definen la estética de la región. Mientras la cámara captura los verdes profundos y la suave luz gris, la escena evoca la atmósfera atemporal de la Argentina rural, donde el diseño de paisaje estructurado se encuentra con la belleza indómita de la flora local. Este tranquilo entorno de parque ofrece una pausa refrescante para los viajeros que exploran las calles empedradas y los talleres de platería que definen este tesoro cultural. La interacción de profundidad, creada por la superposición de los setos en primer plano y la altura creciente del dosel, demuestra la integración equilibrada del espacio público y la belleza natural que se encuentra en toda la región pampeana. Esta fotografía documenta la preservación esencial del patrimonio estético que sigue siendo fundamental para la identidad de San Antonio de Areco. Esta imagen es una producción colaborativa de Samuel Jeffery y Audrey Bergner para el Proyecto 23.
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Sun-baked red sandstone steps rise dramatically toward a brilliant, cloudless Andean sky, leading the eye to the imposing silhouette of the Monument to the Heroes of Independence in Humahuaca. The sheer scale of the massive staircase dwarfs the scattered visitors ascending its wide tiers, their brightly colored clothing offering vivid pops of contrast against the earthy, rust-toned masonry. At the pinnacle, a colossal bronze statue of an indigenous warrior stands triumphant, his arm raised in a powerful gesture of liberation and defiance that commands the surrounding valley. Flanking the main figure, a monumental relief sculpture emerges from the rock face, depicting a chaotic, dynamic battle scene that immortalizes the region's fierce struggle for freedom. Tall, stoic cardon cacti stand like silent sentinels along the rugged hillside bordering the monument, rooting the architectural marvel firmly within the arid, high-altitude landscape of the Argentine Northwest. The harsh, direct sunlight of the high desert casts sharp, geometric shadows across the staggered stone steps, creating a rhythmic pattern that guides the viewer's gaze upward. A subtle Dutch angle in the composition injects a sense of kinetic energy and raw dynamism into the otherwise rigid, symmetrical structure of the stone amphitheater. Deep depth of field ensures meticulous sharpness from the cobblestones in the immediate foreground to the oxidized copper tones of the statues at the apex, emphasizing the stark juxtaposition of red earth and deep blue sky. This architectural masterpiece serves not only as a physical centerpiece for the town of Humahuaca but as a profound cultural touchstone, honoring the indigenous and gaucho forces of the Quebrada. The dry, crisp mountain air seems palpable in this high-contrast capture, reflecting the resilient and enduring spirit of the Norte Argentino. This image is a collaborative production by Samuel Jeffery and Audrey Bergner for Project 23.
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Escalones de arenisca roja cocidos por el sol se elevan dramáticamente hacia un cielo andino brillante y sin nubes, guiando la mirada hacia la imponente silueta del Monumento a los Héroes de la Independencia en Humahuaca. La inmensa escala de la escalinata empequeñece a los visitantes dispersos que ascienden por sus amplios niveles, y sus ropas de colores brillantes ofrecen vivos toques de contraste contra la mampostería terrosa de tonos oxidados. En la cima, una colosal estatua de bronce de un guerrero indígena se yergue triunfante, con el brazo en alto en un poderoso gesto de liberación y desafío que domina el valle circundante. Flanqueando a la figura principal, una monumental escultura en relieve emerge de la pared rocosa, representando una escena de batalla caótica y dinámica que inmortaliza la feroz lucha de la región por la libertad. Los altos y estoicos cactus cardones se alzan como centinelas silenciosos a lo largo de la escarpada ladera que bordea el monumento, arraigando la maravilla arquitectónica firmemente dentro del paisaje árido y de gran altitud del Noroeste Argentino. La luz solar intensa y directa del desierto de altura proyecta sombras agudas y geométricas a través de los escalones de piedra escalonados, creando un patrón rítmico que guía la mirada del espectador hacia arriba. Un sutil plano holandés en la composición inyecta una sensación de energía cinética y dinamismo crudo en la estructura, por lo demás rígida y simétrica, del anfiteatro de piedra. La amplia profundidad de campo garantiza una nitidez meticulosa desde los adoquines en el primer plano inmediato hasta los tonos de cobre oxidado de las estatuas en el vértice, enfatizando la marcada yuxtaposición de la tierra roja y el cielo azul profundo. Esta obra maestra arquitectónica sirve no solo como un centro físico para la ciudad de Humahuaca, sino como una profunda piedra de toque cultural, honrando a las fuerzas indígenas y gauchas de la Quebrada. El aire seco y fresco de la montaña parece palpable en esta captura de alto contraste, reflejando el espíritu resiliente y perdurable del Norte Argentino. Esta imagen es una producción colaborativa de Samuel Jeffery y Audrey Bergner para el Proyecto 23.
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This hand-knotted Kazak rug is crafted in the traditional style of Caucasian carpets, known for its outstanding durability and vivid color palette. It beautifully represents the rich cultural heritage of the Caucasus, a region with centuries of mastery in the art of rug weaving. Featuring elegantly simple geometric patterns and striking, lively colors, this rug brings a timeless and authentic touch of artisanal craftsmanship to any room.