Naples Collection (#83)

Gianbattista Marini - 2
GIANBATTISTA MARINI Italian writer from Naples, known as Il Cavaliere

King Victor Emmanuel III (1869-1947)
Engraving of King Victor Emmanuel III (1869-1947) made in 1896, when he was the Crown Prince of Italy, Prince of Naples

Fashions for February, 1844
Engraving of two women modelling The Illustrated London News idea of Fashion for February 1844. The full caption reads as follows: No.1

Pius IX Returns
Now that the French have rescued Rome from those awful Republicans, it is safe for Pius IX to go back : he lands at Naples where the pious citizens fall to their knees

Julie (Clary) Bonaparte
JULIE BONAPARTE, daughter of Francois Clary, wife of Napoleons elder brother Joseph, sometime king of Naples and of Spain. Lived in America 1815 - 1832

Uprising in Naples - 2
In the course of the uprising in Naples, liberals set fire to the palazzo Gravina

Catania Bombarded
Catania, Sicily, stronghold of the independence movement, is bombarded by the warships of the kingdom of Naples and Two Sicilies

Volunteers from Naples
Led by their belligerent princess, liberals from Naples volunteer to help Piedmont in her battle for independence from the Austrians

Uprising in Naples - 1
Barricades block the streets of Naples as street fighting erupts

Demonstrations at Napoli
The people of Naples demonstrate - not for the first or the last time - against their rulers : but the riots are inconclusive

Constitution in Napoli
Though Ferdinando of Naples /Two Sicilies opposes independence, he grants a fairly liberal constitution which delights the populace

Ministers at Naples
All must bow to the chief ministers of Ferdinando II of Naples - monsignor Cocle and Del Carretto

Rebels in Naples
Michele Morelli and Giuseppe Silvati lead a rebellion at Naples but are captured and hanged on the Piazza di Portacapuana

French at Ravenna
The French, claiming Naples, defeat the Holy League of Spanish and Papal forces at Ravenna

Giacomo Gallo
GIACOMO GALLO Statesman and jurist from Naples

Pedro De Toledo
PEDRO DE TOLEDO, marchese de VILLAFRANCA Spanish general, viceroy of Naples

Refugees from Naples, taken by Garibaldis forces, seek refuge in Rome, where they are housed in the Sistine convent

Naples Prisoners
Neapolitan prisoners after the collapse of the kingdom of the Two Sicilies

Naples Reactionaries
In Naples, now taken from the Bourbons, supporters of the old regime are arrested

Battle of Caserta
The Neapolitans are defeated at the battle of Caserta

Garibaldi Takes Naples
Garibaldi and his men enter Naples, to general acclaim

Naples Insurrection
Garibaldis success inspires riots in Naples : nationalists storm the police station

Naples Annexation - 2
The people of Naples vote to join a Italy united under Vittore Emanuele

Father Giovanni Naples
Padre Giovanni addresses the populace in front of the Jesuits College, Naples

Garibaldi at Naples 3
The people of Naples throng the strada de Toledo, welcoming Garibaldi and his men

Naples Annexation
The people of Naples vote to join a united Italy

Francesco II at Gaeta
Though driven out of Naples, Francesco II, king of the two Sicilies, holds out at Gaeta

Reggio, Calabria
Fighting in the streets of Reggio, Calabria : the capture of this town was the first step towards the fall of Naples and the kingdom of the Two Sicilies

Naples Surrenders
The Neapolitans surrender to Garibaldi and the thousand

Garibaldi at Naples
Citizens of Naples throng the strada de Toledo, welcoming Garibaldi and his men

Naples Insurrection 2
Rioting against the ruling regime leads to bitter fighting in the streets of Naples

Bay of Naples View
On the shores of the Mediterranean, a view of Naples from Mergellina harbour with fishing boats in the foreground and Vesuvius smouldering in the distance

J Murat / Costumes Histori
JOACHIM MURAT - French military commander and sometime King of Naples

Woman from Near Napoli
A woman from Cervera, near Napoli/Naples

Naples / Santa Lucia 1861
SANTA LUCIA Busy quayside scene with fishermen and craftsmen selling their wares

Freemasons Poison
Poison prepared at Naples for Masons to use... alleges

Caroline Bonaparte
CAROLINE (MARIE-ANONCIADE) Sister of Napoleon I (reigned as Queen of Naples 1808-1815)

Peaches and jug of water fresco, from the House of the Stags, Herculaneum, National Archaeological Museum, Naples, Campania, Italy, Europe

Bacchus wearing bunch of grapes pours wine for panther to drink, House of Centenary, from Pompeii, National Archaeological Museum, Naples, Campania, Italy, Europe

Reliefs from Hadrianeum in Rome, Farnese Excavations, National Archaeological Museum, Naples, Campania, Italy, Europe

Salone Della Meridiana, National Archaeological Museum, Naples, Campania, Italy, Europe

Businessman in the Galleria Umberto I Shopping Arcade in Naples, Campania, Italy, Europe

Statue of Drunken Satyr from La Villa Dei Papiri in Herculaneum, National Archaeological Museum, Naples, Campania, Italy, Europe

Theseus honoured by Athenians after killing the Minotaur, House of Gavius Rufus from Pompeii, National Archaeological Museum, Naples, Campania, Italy, Europe

Marble figure, sculpture dating from the 2nd century AD, National Archaeological, Museum, Naples, Campania, Italy, Europe

Argos watching over the Nymph Io, House of Meleager from Pompeii, National Archaeological Museum, Naples, Campania, Italy, Europe

Marble sculpture of a warrior on horseback dating from the 2nd century AD, National Archaeological, Museum, Naples, Campania, Italy, Europe

Decorated glass vase, National Archaeological Museum, Naples, Campania, Italy, Europe

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Naples, a city steeped in history and art, offers a captivating journey through time. From the Roman seafood mosaic that showcases the region's rich culinary heritage to Diana the Huntress fresco from Pompeii's House Stabia, a treasure trove of ancient wonders. The Bay of Naples, as depicted in 1800s Italy, exudes an ethereal beauty that has inspired countless artists throughout the centuries. The Battle between Alexander and Darius mosaic from Pompeii's House of the Faun transports us back to an era of epic conflicts and heroic tales. Intriguing portraits like Sappho, a young girl captured in Pompeii, displayed at the National Archaeological Museum, offer glimpses into everyday life during ancient times. The cityscape featuring Mount Vesuvius stands as a testament to both its breathtaking natural surroundings and its resilience against adversity. The Hannibal/Naples Bust serves as a reminder of Naples' strategic importance throughout history while the Roman memento mori mosaic prompts contemplation on mortality and human existence. Caravaggio's presence in Naples adds another layer to its artistic legacy with his masterful works gracing galleries across Campania. A striking Roman statue of Asclepius symbolizes healing and medicine—a nod to Naples' longstanding reputation for medical advancements. Jacopo De Barbari's work captures the essence of Neapolitan culture with vibrant depictions that showcase daily life within this bustling metropolis. Finally, no exploration would be complete without taking in panoramic views encompassing Castel dell'Ovo alongside Mount Vesuvius—an awe-inspiring sight that encapsulates both past and present. Naples truly embodies an amalgamation of artistry, history, nature, and cultural significance—a destination where one can immerse themselves in timeless beauty while experiencing firsthand the allure of this enchanting Italian gem.