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Riflemen waiting for a train (engraving)
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Riflemen waiting for a train (engraving)
969409 Riflemen waiting for a train (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Riflemen waiting for a train. Illustration for Italy from the Alps to Mount Etna (Chapman and Hall, 1878).); © Look and Learn
Media ID 22650018
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In this engraving titled "Riflemen waiting for a train" we are transported back to 19th century Italy. The scene depicts a group of Italian riflemen patiently awaiting the arrival of their train in Mantua, a city located between the Alps and Mount Etna. This artwork was originally created as an illustration for the book "Italy from the Alps to Mount Etna" published in 1878. The artist, belonging to the English School, skillfully captures both the anticipation and camaraderie among these soldiers. Dressed in their military uniforms adorned with the Italian flag, they stand tall and proud, representing not only their nation but also Europe as a whole. The railway station serves as a symbol of progress and connectivity during this time period. It signifies Italy's growing integration into modern transportation networks that would shape its future development. As we gaze upon this print, we can almost hear the distant whistle of an approaching locomotive echoing through the air. This image is not just about soldiers waiting for a train; it encapsulates an era marked by political change and national identity formation across Europe. It reminds us of how art can capture historical moments while evoking emotions that transcend time.
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