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LUNA Y NOVICIO, Juan (1857-1899). Naval Battle
LUNA Y NOVICIO, Juan (1857-1899). Naval Battle of Lepanto. 1887. Naval battle in the Gulf of Corinth between the Ottoman fleet, commanded by Al� aja, and the fleet of the Holy League (Venice, Papal States, Phlip II of Spain), commanded by Juan de Austria, Alvaro de Bazᮠ and Alejandro Farnesio. Oil on canvas. SPAIN. Madrid. Senate Palace
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This stunning oil on canvas painting, titled "Naval Battle of Lepanto," depicts a pivotal moment in European history. Painted by Juan Luna y Novicio in 1887, the work of art captures the naval battle that took place in the Gulf of Corinth between the Ottoman fleet, led by Alí Pasha, and the combined forces of the Holy League, consisting of the Venetian, Papal, and Spanish fleets, commanded by Juan de Austria, Alvaro de Bazán, and Alejandro Farnesio. The Battle of Lepanto, fought on October 7, 1571, was a significant victory for the Holy League, marking the end of the Ottoman threat to the Mediterranean Sea and the beginning of a new era of European dominance. The painting masterfully portrays the chaos and intensity of the battle, with ships clashing in the foreground and the sun setting in the background, symbolizing the end of an era. Juan Luna y Novicio, a Filipino painter, was known for his realistic and dramatic depictions of historical events. This painting, now housed in the Senate Palace in Madrid, Spain, is a testament to his artistic talent and historical significance. The Battle of Lepanto was a turning point in European history, and this painting serves as a powerful reminder of the pivotal role Spain, Venice, and the Papal States played in shaping the Mediterranean world.
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