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Austrians besiege Venice, 1849
Austrian troops besiege Venice during the Risorgimento Date: July 1849
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1840s 1849 Austrians Besiege Killed Risorgimento Venetian Venice
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience history come to life with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring this captivating image of the Austrian troops besieging Venice in 1849. This evocative print, sourced from Mary Evans Picture Library, transports you back in time to the heart of the Risorgimento, a pivotal moment in Italian history. Add a touch of timeless elegance and historical depth to your home or office with this stunning, museum-quality print. Each print is meticulously produced using archival-quality materials, ensuring your investment is protected for generations to come.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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1. Title: "The Austrian Siege of Venice, July 1849: A Pivotal Moment in Italian Unification" This evocative image captures the intensity and desperation of the Austrian siege of Venice during the Italian Risorgimento in July 1849. The Risorgimento, or "resurgence," was a period of political upheaval and nationalist fervor in Italy, as various Italian states sought to unify and gain independence from foreign powers. In this photograph, Austrian soldiers, dressed in their distinctive uniforms, are seen advancing towards the city walls of Venice, their determined expressions and fixed bayonets conveying their readiness for battle. The Venetian soldiers, defending their city and their homeland, are shown in the foreground, their faces etched with exhaustion and resolve. The siege began in April 1849, when Austrian forces, led by Field Marshal Joseph Radetzky, laid siege to the city in response to the Venetian Republic's support for the Italian revolutionary movement. The siege lasted for three months, during which time the Venetians bravely held out against the Austrian onslaught, despite being vastly outnumbered and outgunned. Despite their valiant efforts, the Venetians were eventually forced to surrender on August 27, 1849. The fall of Venice marked a significant turning point in the Italian unification process, as it effectively ended the brief revival of the Venetian Republic and dealt a major blow to the Italian nationalist cause. The photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices and struggles endured by the Italian people during their quest for independence and unity. The image also underscores the complex and often violent history of European politics during the 1840s, as various powers vied for influence and control over the Italian peninsula.
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