Giovanni Collection (page 6)

Spotted hyena, Crocuta crocuta, eating a sheep. From Francois Le Vaillants Second Voyage into the Interior of Africa. Copperplate engraving by Dell Acqua handcoloured by Lazaretti from Giovanni

Khoikhoi (Hottentot) woman in full dress of fur cape, beaded skirt, anklets, necklaces. From Francois Le Vaillants Second Voyage into the Interior of Africa

Young Gonaqua man, with bow and arrows, of the South African Khoikhoi (Hottentot). From Francois Le Vaillants Second Voyage into the Interior of Africa

Narina, a young Gonaqua woman in the Kok s
Narina, a young Gonaqua woman in the Koks Kraal area of the Eastern Cape. French explorer Francois Le Vailllant became infatuated with her

Le Vaillants camp on the banks of the Orange River in the Richtersveld. A giraffe skin is undergoing taxidermy on a frame. From Francois Le Vaillants Second Voyage into the Interior of Africa

Francois Le Vaillants camp at Heere, Verloore Valley
Francois Le Vaillants camp at Heere (Verloore Valley, northwest of Piketberg), Western Cape, South Africa. From Francois Le Vaillants Second Voyage into the Interior of Africa

Head of a giraffe, Giraffa camelopardalis. From Francois Le Vaillants Second Voyage into the Interior of Africa. Copperplate engraving by Dell Acqua handcoloured by Lazaretti from Giovanni Battista

Female hippopotamus, Hippopotamus amphibius. From Francois Le Vaillants Second Voyage into the Interior of Africa. Copperplate engraving by Dell Acqua handcoloured by Lazaretti from Giovanni Battista

Head of a male hippopotamus, Hippopotamus amphibius. From Francois Le Vaillants Second Voyage into the Interior of Africa

Mandinka people dancing to drums in a festival
Mandinka (Mandingo) people dancing to drums in a festival in Dramanet, Kingdom of Galam (upper Senegal River). From Mungo Parks Travels in the Interior of Africa

Mandinka polygamist in a bark suit beats one
A Mandinka polygamist in a tree-bark suit beats one of his wives in the brutal ritual of Mumbo Jumbo. From Mungo Parks Travels in the Interior of Africa

Chukchi man in armour made of wood and bone
Chukchi man in armour made of wood, whale bone, iron hoops and seal sinews covered with leather. (Chukotka region, Russia). HIs wife and son beside him

Masks and weapons used by the Unalaskans
Masks used by the Unalaskans in their dances; darts and the boards to throw them. From Joseph Billings and Martin Sauers An Account of an Expedition to the Northern Parts of Russia

View of Captain Clerkes tomb at St. Peter and St. Pauls (Petropavlosk-Kamchatsky), Kamchatka. From Joseph Billings and Martin Sauers An Account of an Expedition to the Northern Parts of Russia

Chinese mandarins barge. The mandarin takes lunch in the cabin waited on by servants. The two umbrellas are a sign of his authority

Pagoda of Linqing, Daqiao village, Shandong province, China. Eight-story tower in white brick and varnished tile, about 240 feet high

Great Wall of China near Kou-pee-keow, pass
View of the Great Wall of China near Kou-pee-keow, at the pass between China and Eastern Tartary. From Samuel Holmes Journal of a Voyage to China and Tartary, 1798

Peristyle of a courtroom in the Imperial Palace at Yuen-Ming-Yuen, near Beijing, China. From Samuel Holmes Journal of a Voyage to China and Tartary, 1798

Japanese sailboat. Illustration by Jean Louis Prevost from Jean Francois Laperouses Voyage. Copperplate engraving by Dell Acqua handcoloured Lazaretti from Giovanni Battista Sonzognos Collection of

View of the Koryak village of St Peter and St. Paul (Petropavlosk-Kamchatsky), Kamtschatka. Volcano erupting in the background. Illustration by Blondela from Jean Francois Laperouses Voyage

Tombs of the Tungusic natives of Chikhachyova Bay, Khabarovsk Krai, Russia (Castries Bay, Tartary). Tomb interior 1, coffin of a rich man to be interred in the tomb 2

Natives of the Baie de Langle, Sakhalin Island, and a Manchu Tartar. Illustration by Gaspard Duche de Vancy from Jean Francois Laperouses Voyage

Costumes of the people of Manila, Philippines, circa 1800
Costumes of the people of Manila, Philippines. Man and woman in striped bandana and shawl. Illustration by Gaspard Duche de Vancy from Jean Francois Laperouses Voyage

California thrasher, Toxostoma redivivum. (Promerops of California). Illustration by Jean Louis Prevost from Jean Francois Laperouses Voyage

Specimens of the Umin and Uchen characters in the language of Tibet. Illustration by Lieutenant Samuel Davis from Captain Samuel Turners Account of an Embassy to the Court of the Teshoo Lama in

Gyeung, mother of the new Teshoo Lama or Panchen Lama, Palden Tenpai Nyima. Illustration by Lieutenant Samuel Davis from Captain Samuel Turners Account of an Embassy to the Court of the Teshoo Lama

Dwelling of Tessaling Lama with the religious edifice called Kugopea. Illustration by Lieutenant Samuel Davis from Captain Samuel Turners Account of an Embassy to the Court of the Teshoo Lama in

Mausoleum of Teshoo Lama or Panchen Lama, Lobsang Palden Yeshe. Illustration by Lieutenant Samuel Davis from Captain Samuel Turners Account of an Embassy to the Court of the Teshoo Lama in Tibet

Shamarpa, Regent of TIbet, brother of the Panchen Lama, Lobsang Palden Yeshe. Illustration by Lieutenant Samuel Davis from Captain Samuel Turners Account of an Embassy to the Court of the Teshoo Lama

The yak of Tartary, painted by George Stubbs
The yak of Tartary, Bos grunniens, painted by George Stubbs. From Captain Samuel Turners Account of an Embassy to the Court of the Teshoo Lama in Tibet, 1800

Castle and bridge in Wandipoor, Bhutan. Illustration by Lieutenant Samuel Davis from Captain Samuel Turners Account of an Embassy to the Court of the Teshoo Lama in Tibet, 1800

Residence of the Lam Ghassatoo, Bhutan. Illustration by Lieutenant Samuel Davis from Captain Samuel Turners Account of an Embassy to the Court of the Teshoo Lama in Tibet, 1800

Taschichhoedzong, Buddhist monastery and fortress near Thimphu, Bhutan. Illustration by Lieutenant Samuel Davis from Captain Samuel Turners Account of an Embassy to the Court of the Teshoo Lama in

Buxa Duar, Bhutan. Illustration by Lieutenant Samuel Davis from Captain Samuel Turners Account of an Embassy to the Court of the Teshoo Lama in Tibet, 1800

View of the village of Chuka, Tibet. Illustration by Lieutenant Samuel Davis from Captain Samuel Turners Account of an Embassy to the Court of the Teshoo Lama in Tibet, 1800

Costumes of a chief and a youth of the Tlingit nation, Port des Francais (Lituya Bay), Northwest coast of America (Alaska)

Peasants of Darlana or Dalecarlia county, Sweden. Illustration from Andrew Swintons Travels into Norway, Denmark and Russia, 1792

Costume of the Swedes in the 16th century. Illustration from Andrew Swintons Travels into Norway, Denmark and Russia, 1792

The Kremlin in Moscow, Russia
The Kremlin in Moscow, showing the Terem Palace, Assumption Cathedral and Ivan the Great Bell Tower. Illustration from Andrew Swintons Travels into Norway, Denmark and Russia, 1792

The palace of Tsarskoye Selo (Tsars Village) near St. Petersburg, showing the gates and park. Illustration from Andrew Swintons Travels into Norway, Denmark and Russia, 1792

Diverse nations of the Russian Empire, circa 1800
Diverse nations of the Russian Empire: Siberians, Tongusians, Kalmyks, Tartars, Finns, Cossacks, etc. Illustration from Andrew Swintons Travels into Norway, Denmark and Russia, 1792

Moai on Easter Island
Monuments on Easter Island (Rapa Nui). Artist Gaspard Duche de Vancy sketching a Moai while a native steals his hat. From Jean Francois Laperouses Voyage

Tartars or tatars horse-racing. Illustration from Andrew Swintons Travels into Norway, Denmark and Russia, 1792. Copperplate engraving by Dell Acqua handcoloured by Lazaretti from Giovanni Battista

Tatars or Tartars in traditional costume. Illustration from Andrew Swintons Travels into Norway, Denmark and Russia, 1792

Finns or Finnish people from Finland
Finns or Finnish people in traditional costume, Finland. Illustration from Andrew Swintons Travels into Norway, Denmark and Russia, 1792

Livonians or Livs, indigenous people of Latvia and Estonia. Man in a wagon with woman passenger. Illustration from Andrew Swintons Travels into Norway, Denmark and Russia, 1792

Sami people or Lapplanders in traditional costume, a man riding a sleigh pulled by a reindeer. Illustration from Andrew Swintons Travels into Norway, Denmark and Russia, 1792

The Uraniborg, or City of Heaven, on the Island of Hven, Denmark. Observatory built by the celebrated Danish astronomer Tycho Brahe

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"Giovanni: A Journey Through Art and Music" Step into the world of Giovanni, where art and music intertwine to create a captivating narrative. From Canaletto's breathtaking "Thames" to Bernini's powerful sculpture of Pluto, each masterpiece tells a unique story. In Van Eyck's "The Arnolfini Portrait, " Giovanni is depicted as a symbol of love and devotion. Meanwhile, Saint Francis of Assisi embodies his spiritual side, inspiring generations with his humility and compassion. But Giovanni's influence extends beyond the realm of visual arts. In the realm of music, we encounter the virtuoso double bassist Giovanni Bottesini, whose melodic compositions continue to mesmerize audiences today. Bernini reappears with his iconic sculpture "David, " capturing not only the biblical hero but also showcasing Giovanni's strength and determination. The statue of St Peter in Basilica di San Giovanni in Laterano stands tall as a testament to faith and resilience. Giovanni Paolo Panini invites us to an enchanting musical party through his brushstrokes. We can almost hear the melodies filling the air as musicians gather for an unforgettable celebration. Moving forward in time, we witness Giovanni Segantini's thought-provoking piece "The Punishment of Luxury. " This artwork challenges society’s obsession with materialism while urging us to reflect on our values. Fra Angelico takes us back centuries ago with his serene depiction of "The Annunciation. " The altarpiece transports us into a sacred space where divine messages are delivered by heavenly messengers like Hermes Trismegistus within Siena Cathedral. As we conclude this journey through art and music inspired by various Giovannis throughout history, let their creativity ignite our own passions. Let their stories remind us that beauty exists everywhere – from grand cathedrals to intimate portraits – waiting for us to discover it anew.