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Porto di Ripa Grande and Ospizio di S. Michele, 1833 (etching with brown wash)
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Porto di Ripa Grande and Ospizio di S. Michele, 1833 (etching with brown wash)
STC384967 Porto di Ripa Grande and Ospizio di S. Michele, 1833 (etching with brown wash) by Tofanelli, Agostino (1770-1834); Private Collection; (add.info.: Grand port de Rome. S. Michel.; Engraved by Pietro Fontana (1762-1837); from Recueil des vues au bister dessinees et lavees par Callimachus, Souvenirs d antiquites et curiosites de Rome et des environs, Deblayements et reparations du Pape Pie VII ; Pope Pius VII (1742-1823) Papacy (1800-23) Count Barnaba Niccolo Maria Luigi Chiaramonti; Once the largest port in Rome, demolished in the 1870s; The Ospidizio di S. Michele, built in 1689 with later additions, was the largest charitable institution in Rome up until the mid 19th century; ); The Stapleton Collection; Italian, out of copyright
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This etching with brown wash, titled "Porto di Ripa Grande and Ospizio di S. Michele, 1833" takes us back in time to the bustling port of Rome. The artist, Agostino Tofanelli, skillfully captures the essence of this historical location. The image showcases the grandeur of Porto di Ripa Grande, once the largest port in Rome before its demolition in the 1870s. We see a river filled with activity as boats and ferries navigate through its waters. The architecture surrounding the port is equally impressive, with intricate details that speak to ancient Roman craftsmanship. In the foreground stands Ospizio di S. Michele, a charitable institution built in 1689 and expanded over time. This building was not only architecturally significant but also played a vital role in providing assistance to those in need during that era. As we admire this engraving by Pietro Fontana, we are transported back to a time when trade and commerce thrived along the Tiber River. It offers us a glimpse into daily life during this period while showcasing both architectural marvels and vibrant economic activity. This print from Fine Art Finder's Stapleton Collection allows us to appreciate Italian history and culture while reminding us of how much our world has evolved since then.
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