N. 335 Girgenti Tempio di Castore e Polluce c. 1893 - 1903

This photograph of the Temple of Castor and Pollux in Girgenti was captured by Giuseppe Incorpora. The classical architectural ruins are displayed in a sepia tone, which exudes a solemn, historical atmosphere, and the remaining columns command the composition. Incorpora skillfully uses the elements of line and form to direct the viewer's gaze upward, accentuating the temple’s structural integrity. The interplay between light and shadow enhances the texture of the ancient stone, emphasizing the structure and the rough, uneven landscape. In line with structuralist thought, the image can be seen as a system of signs, where the temple signifies the grandeur of a bygone era. The photograph not only captures the physical structure but also invites viewers to reflect on the nature of time, memory, and the semiotic power of ruins. Its composition and form create a dialogue between past and present, inviting ongoing interpretation.