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April 30, 1849, from Souvenirs d'Italie: Expédition de Rome, 1850. Creator: Auguste Raffet
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April 30, 1849, from Souvenirs d'Italie: Expédition de Rome, 1850. Creator: Auguste Raffet
April 30, 1849, from Souvenirs d'Italie: Expedition de Rome, 1850
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April Auguste Raffet Denis Auguste Marie Raffet Destruction Expedition Expedition De Rome Fight Front Line Frontline Invasion Italian Wars Month Raffet Auguste Raffet Denis Auguste Marie Souvenirs Ditalie Troops Battlefield Fortifications Letterbox Format Lithotint
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April 30, 1849 - A Panoramic View of the Battlefield from Souvenirs d'Italie - Expedition de Rome, 1850 by Auguste Raffet This evocative lithograph, titled
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April 30, 1849," is a poignant depiction of the aftermath of the Battle of Porta Pia, which marked the end of the Roman Republic and the beginning of the Roman Kingdom under Pope Pius IX. Created by French artist Auguste Raffet (1804-1860), this work is a testament to the historical significance of the Italian Wars and the French Expedition to Rome. The image captures a panoramic view of the battlefield, with the ruins of the Porta Pia gate in the foreground and the sprawling destruction of the city in the background. The fortifications and castle walls of the city are in shambles, with the French army making their way through the rubble. The men in uniform, some carrying weapons and others tending to the wounded, are shown in various stages of rest and recovery. Raffet's use of black and white lithography, with intricate details and shading, adds to the sense of drama and intensity. The letterbox format of the image enhances the feeling of depth and perspective, drawing the viewer into the scene. This work is a valuable addition to any art collection, particularly those focused on European history, military history, or 19th-century art. The image is a powerful reminder of the human cost of war and the indelible mark it leaves on the landscape and the people who inhabit it." Art Institute of Chicago, Prints and Drawings, Raffet Auguste, Denis Auguste Marie, Souvenirs d'Italie: Expedition de Rome, 1850, Lithograph in black on buff wove chine laid down on ivory wove paper, 19th century.
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