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Metal Print : Porta dedicata alla Vigilanza Il zodiaco idea di
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Porta dedicata alla Vigilanza Il zodiaco idea di
Porta dedicata alla Vigilanza, Il zodiaco, over, idea di perfettione di prencipi: formata dall heroiche virtu dell illvstriss. et eccellentiss. signore D. Antonio Alvarez di Toledo, duca d Alba vicere di Napoli: rapresentata come in vn trionfo dal fidelissimo popolo napoletano: per opera del dottore Francesco Antonio Scacciauento suo eletto: nella pomposissima festa di San Gio. Battista, celebrata a 23. di giugno 1629. per il settimo anno del suo gouerno, Orilia, Francesco, 17th cent. Woodcut, 1630, Composed of food stuffs, the arch was erected in Via della Porta del Caputo in Naples in celebration of the seventh year of the governorship of Duke Antonio Alvarez di Toledo, Viceroy of Naples, on the feast day of St. John the Baptist, June 23, 1629. Dedicated to the virtue Vigilance, the arch was also associated with the zodiac sign Gemini. Fireworks were to explode out of the mouths of the pigs at the top of the arch
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1629 1630 17th Cent Alla Anno Antonio Arch Baptist Battista Celebration Composed Dedicated Erected Festa Fireworks Francesco Gemini Mouths Naples Napoli Pigs Popolo Porta Toledo Viceroy Alvarez Caputo Feast Day Napoletano Virtu Zodiac Sign
10"x8" (25x20cm) Table Top Metal Print
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Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print showcases the magnificent "Porta dedicata alla Vigilanza Il zodiaco idea di" woodcut, created by Francesco Antonio Scacciauento in the 17th century. The arch, composed entirely of food stuffs, was erected on Via della Porta del Caputo in Naples to commemorate Duke Antonio Alvarez di Toledo's seventh year as Viceroy of Naples. The grand celebration took place on June 23,1629, coinciding with the feast day of St. John the Baptist. Dedicated to the virtue of Vigilance and associated with the zodiac sign Gemini, this extraordinary arch symbolizes perfection and princely ideals. At its pinnacle stand majestic pigs whose mouths were designed to explode fireworks, adding a touch of spectacle to an already breathtaking structure. The elaborate craftsmanship and attention to detail are evident in every aspect of this artwork. It represents not only a triumph for Duke Antonio Alvarez di Toledo but also a testament to the loyalty and devotion of the Neapolitan people who brought this vision to life. As you gaze upon this remarkable piece from centuries past, let your imagination transport you back to that glorious day when Naples came alive with vibrant colors and jubilant festivities. Experience firsthand the awe-inspiring beauty captured within this woodcut masterpiece – a true testament to human creativity and ingenuity.
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