King Of Piedmont Sardinia Collection

Roma - Piazza di Venezia. Monument to Victor Emmanuel II, 1910. Altar of Fatherland, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Mr. G. Sacconi laid the foundation stone in 1884

Il Gombo, near Pisa, the Acclimatisation Farm of His Majesty Victor Emmanuel, 1864. Creator: Unknown
Il Gombo, near Pisa, the Acclimatisation Farm of His Majesty Victor Emmanuel, 1864. Engraving from a sketch by M. Mariani

Monument on the battle-field of Magenta, erected by the people of Lombardy... 1864. Creator: Unknown
Monument on the battle-field of Magenta, erected by the people of Lombardy in honour of the French Army, 1864. Engraving from a drawing by M. Mariani

The first visit of Victor Emmanuel to the camp of the national army at St. Angelo... 1860. Creator: Unknown
The first visit of Victor Emmanuel to the camp of the national army at St. Angelo - from a sketch by our special artist, Frank Vizetelly, 1860

Triumphal Arch erected at Naples during the Fetes recently held in that city - musicians... 1860. Creator: Unknown
Triumphal Arch erected at Naples during the Fetes recently held in that city - musicians and singers serenading Victor Emmanuel - from a sketch by our special artist, Frank Vizetelly, 1860

Padre Giovanni addressing the people in front of the Jesuits College, Naples... 1860. Creator: Unknown
Padre Giovanni addressing the people in front of the Jesuits College, Naples - from a sketch by our special artist, Frank Vizetelly, 1860

Entry of Victor Emmanuel into Naples - sketched in the Toledo... 1860. Creator: Unknown
Entry of Victor Emmanuel into Naples - sketched in the Toledo by our special artist, Frank Vizetelly, 1860....on Wednesday

Victor Emmanuel's entry into Naples: scene in the Piazza del Palazzo Reale, looking up... 1860. Creator: Unknown
Victor Emmanuel's entry into Naples: scene in the Piazza del Palazzo Reale, looking up the Toledo, 1860....on Wednesday

The War in Naples - Victor Emmanuel giving commands to commence the bombardment... 1860. Creator: W Thomas
The War in Naples - Victor Emmanuel giving commands to commence the bombardment of Capua - from a sketch by our special artist

Gold Medal presented by the King of Sardinia to Mr. H. Lowman Taylor, 1858. Creator: Unknown
Gold Medal presented by the King of Sardinia to Mr. H. Lowman Taylor, 1858. On the occasion of the visit of the King of Sardinia to her Majesty the Queen

Gold Medal presented by the King of Sardinia to Mr. H. Lowman Taylor, 1858. Creator: Unknown
Gold Medal presented by the King of Sardinia to Mr. H. Lowman Taylor, 1858. On the occasion of the visit of the King of Sardinia to her Majesty the Queen

King of Italy (Itaria kokuo), from the series "People of Barbarian Nations"
King of Italy (Itaria kokuo), from the series " People of Barbarian Nations (Bankoku jinbutsu zue)", 1861. In 1861, Victor Emmanuel II became the first king of a united Italy

Victor Emmanuel II King of Sardinia, Giuseppe Garibaldi and Camillo Benso, Count of Cavour, 1860-69. Albumen print of an artwork

Charles Albert, Pius IX and Leopold II, 1848 (litho)
704228 Charles Albert, Pius IX and Leopold II, 1848 (litho) by Italian School, (19th century); Comitato per la Storia d Italia, Rome

Vittorio Emanuele II, 1867. Creator: Cesare Bernieri
Vittorio Emanuele II, 1867

Victor Emmanuel, c1870, (1890). Creator: Unknown
Victor Emmanuel, c1870, (1890). Victor Emmanuel II of Italy (1820-1878), King of Sardinia from 1849 until 17 March 1861. At which point, assuming the title King of Italy

S. Margherita Ligure, c1900. Santa Margherita Ligure, Genoa, Liguria. [Brunner & C. Como, c1900]

Victor Emmanuel II (1820-1878), King of Italy. King of Piedmont, Savoy, and Sardinia from 1849-1861, Victor Emmanuel II became the first king of a united Italy in 1861

Victor Emanuel, King of Sardinia, 19th century. Artist: DJ Pound
Victor Emanuel, King of Sardinia, 19th century. Victor Emmanuel II (1820-1878) became the first king of Italy in 1861

Victor Emmanuel II, King of Italy, (1900). King of Piedmont, Savoy, and Sardinia from 1849-1861, Victor Emmanuel II (1820-1878) became the first king of a united Italy in 1861

Victor Emmanuel III, King of Italy, late 19th-early 20th century. Artist: Giacomo Brogi
Victor Emmanuel III, King of Italy, late 19th-early 20th century. King Victor Emmanuel III of Italy (1869-1947)

Giuseppe Garibaldi helping Victor Emmanuel II put on the boot of Italy, 1860
Giuseppe Garibaldi (1807-82) helping Victor Emmanuel II (1820-78) put on the boot of Italy. The Unification of Italy. John Tenniel cartoon from Punch, London, 17 November 1860. Wood engraving

Victor Emmanuel II knocking on the door of Naples, 1861. Artist: John Tenniel
Victor Emmanuel II knocking on the door of Naples, 1861. Victor Emmanuel became the first king of Italy from February 1861

Victor Emmanuel II, King of Italy. King of Piedmont, Savoy, and Sardinia from 1849-1861, Victor Emmanuel II (1820-1878) became the first king of a united Italy in 1861

The monument to Victor Emmanuel II in Rome, 19th century. Artist: Giuseppe Sacconi
The monument to Victor Emmanuel II (14 March 1820 - 9 January 1878) in Rome. He was the first King of unified Italy, and was proclaimed King in 1861, and made Rome his capital in 1870

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"Victor Emmanuel II: The King of Piedmont-Sardinia and the Unifier of Italy" Step into history as we explore the life and legacy of Victor Emmanuel II, the revered King of Piedmont-Sardinia. From his birth in 1820 to his reign as the first King of a united Italy, this influential figure played a pivotal role in shaping the nation's destiny. In 1860, Giuseppe Garibaldi stood by Victor Emmanuel II's side as they symbolically put on the boot of Italy, marking a significant step towards unification. This iconic moment at Piazza di Venezia stands tall today with its Monument to Victor Emmanuel II, erected in 1910. As we delve deeper into history, we encounter depictions such as "King of Italy (Itaria kokuo)" from the series "People of Barbarian Nations. " These artworks capture not only Victor Emmanuel II but also highlight his alliances with notable figures like Giuseppe Garibaldi and Camillo Benso. The lithograph from 1848 showcases Charles Albert, Pius IX, and Leopold II alongside Victor Emmanuel II during a time when political turmoil swept across Europe, and is through these turbulent times that our king emerged as an emblematic leader for Sardinia. Artists like Cesare Bernieri immortalized Vittorio Emanuele II through their creations. His regal presence can be seen in portraits dating back to 1867 while another anonymous artist captured him around c1870-1890. Each brushstroke brings forth his commanding aura and unwavering determination. Savoring coastal beauty at S. Margherita Ligure or witnessing historical moments frozen in time - these glimpses offer us insights into both personal and public aspects of Victor Emanuel's life. They remind us why he was hailed not just as a monarch but also as an embodiment of Italian unity.