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The beginning of the mafia (cosa nostra) in Sicily: portrait of a "gabelloto" (or gabellotto or gabellotti or gabeleur), these are the registers of the estates of the great landowners of the Sicilian nobility in the 19th century
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The beginning of the mafia (cosa nostra) in Sicily: portrait of a "gabelloto" (or gabellotto or gabellotti or gabeleur), these are the registers of the estates of the great landowners of the Sicilian nobility in the 19th century
XEE5033064 The beginning of the mafia (cosa nostra) in Sicily: portrait of a "gabelloto" (or gabellotto or gabellotti or gabeleur), these are the registers of the estates of the great landowners of the Sicilian nobility in the 19th century. He was under leasing the owner's land on a commission. He's wearing the winter suit. Territory of Sciacca near Agrigento. Engraving of the 19th century; (add.info.: The beginning of the mafia (cosa nostra) in Sicily: portrait of a "gabelloto" (or gabellotto or gabellotti or gabeleur), these are the registers of the estates of the great landowners of the Sicilian nobility in the 19th century. He was under leasing the owner's land on a commission. He's wearing the winter suit. Territory of Sciacca near Agrigento. Engraving of the 19th century); Stefano Bianchetti
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This print captures a pivotal moment in Sicilian history - the beginning of the mafia, also known as Cosa Nostra. The subject of the portrait is a "gabelloto," who was responsible for managing the registers of the estates belonging to the powerful landowners of Sicily's nobility in the 19th century.
Dressed in a winter suit, this gabelloto exudes an air of authority and sophistication as he carries out his duties on behalf of his wealthy employers. He was tasked with leasing out portions of land on commission, playing a crucial role in maintaining order and control over vast agricultural territories near Agrigento.
The engraving from the 19th century offers a glimpse into a bygone era when power dynamics were shifting and organized crime was beginning to take root in Sicilian society. The intricate details captured in this image speak volumes about the complexities and nuances of life during that time period.
As we gaze upon this portrait, we are reminded of how history has shaped our present reality, and how individuals like this gabelloto played key roles in laying the foundation for what would eventually become one of Italy's most notorious criminal organizations. This print serves as both a historical artifact and a testament to human ambition and ingenuity amidst challenging circumstances.
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