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Cavour, Camillo Benso, Count of (Turin, 1810-1861) Italian s
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Cavour, Camillo Benso, Count of (Turin, 1810-1861) Italian s
Cavour, Camillo Benso, Count of (Turin, 1810-1861) Italian statesman. Founder of Il Risorgimento (1847). Engraving by Rim. Coloured
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Camillo Cavour Count Glasses Polity Risorgimento Unification Benso
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This engraving showcases Camillo Benso, Count of Cavour (1810-1861), an Italian statesman and founder of Il Risorgimento, the Italian Unification movement. Born in Turin, Cavour's political acumen and strategic vision played a pivotal role in the unification of Italy in the mid-19th century. Cavour's portrait, rendered in intricate detail by the skilled hand of Rim, reveals a man of intelligence and resolve. He is depicted wearing glasses, a common accessory of the era used to aid in reading and close work. The count's serious expression and piercing gaze convey a sense of determination and focus. The colored engraving, a contemporary representation of Cavour during his prime, captures the essence of a man who dedicated his life to the political and social transformation of Italy. His legacy as a politician and polity maker is etched in history, as he skillfully navigated the complex web of European politics to bring about the Italian unification. The Risorgimento, a period of Italian history marked by the movement for Italian independence, saw Cavour's leadership and diplomacy pave the way for a united Italian peninsula. This engraving serves as a testament to Cavour's enduring impact on Italian history and the indelible mark he left on the political landscape of Europe during the 19th century.
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