Flâneur at work

Street photography as cultural resistance

9250014 Pisa 2022

A striking photograph captures the essence of tourism and interaction at the iconic Leaning Tower of Pisa. A woman, prominently placed in the foreground, balances atop a pedestal attempting the classic pose of "holding up" the leaning tower, indulging in the playful optical illusion. In contrast, on the right, a young girl with eyes bright with curiosity holds up a pacifier, seemingly puzzled by the woman's pose. Against the backdrop, the Tower of Pisa stands majestic, with a crowd of tourists bustling about, each engrossed in their unique moment. The image is a captivating representation of the varied perspectives and interactions that converge at such an iconic spot.