23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest People
The Sailor

In the photo, you see the sailor Roberto, who spent his entire life at sea and after retiring, moved to live in Rome. In the Trastevere district, you can find him every day playing classic Italian music, dancing with girls and enjoying life- as Italians say, dolce far niente. Next to him is my very good friend, fashion historian Meda.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 03.2024
Date Uploaded: 11.2025
Photo Location: Rome, Italy
Copyright: © Paulius Draudvilas