Ponte della Maddalena aka Ponte del Diavolo Borgo a Mozzano Italy Canvas Print

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This bridge is known by three names; the first being Ponte di Matilde di Canossa as it was named after the great Countess Matilde. Secondly it's known as Ponte della Maddalena. Thirdly, and most importantly, it's known as il Ponte del Diavolo.We're in the hills around Lucca, a setting where many fairytales and stories are set, but above all, where Satan is felt more than anything else. The bridge was made by a poor builder, and due to some unforeseen circumstance, the bridge fell apart. The builder was in despair because it had to be finished the next day for the local authorities and he knew that it was impossible to get this massive project finished in time. However, all of sudden, to his delight, he was offered a lifeline! A huge creature appeared with hoof like feet and black skin, who revealed himself to be the Devil. He pledged to get the bridge finished in time for the builder's deadline, but for doing this, the Devil wanted the spirit of the first person to cross the bridge. Th...

Hi buddies.I'm Paolo from Italy,love to take photographs and experiment new techniques.When I play with my camera I'm like a kid in a candy shop. Copyright © Paolo Signorini. All rights reserved. All images are protected by copyright law and may not be copied or reproduced without permission from the artist.