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Entering the Villa Santucci, from Souvenirs d'Italie: Expédition de Rome, 1850. Creator: Auguste Raffet
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Entering the Villa Santucci, from Souvenirs d'Italie: Expédition de Rome, 1850. Creator: Auguste Raffet
Entering the Villa Santucci, from Souvenirs d'Italie: Expedition de Rome, 1850
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Action Arrival Arriving Auguste Raffet Denis Auguste Marie Raffet Entering Expedition Expedition De Rome Gateway Guard Headquarters Italian Wars Raffet Auguste Raffet Denis Auguste Marie Rome Lazio Italy Souvenirs Ditalie Villa Way In Lithotint
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Entering the Villa Santucci," a captivating lithograph by Auguste Raffet from the "Souvenirs d'Italie: Expedition de Rome, 1850" series, transports us back to the 19th century as we witness a group of armed forces making their arrival at the picturesque Villa Santucci in Italy. The scene is set against the backdrop of the Italian Wars, with a sense of action and anticipation in the air. Raffet masterfully captures the moment as horseback riders and foot soldiers enter the villa's grand gateway, guarded by a stern-faced sentry. The villa, with its elegant facade and lush gardens, stands proudly in the distance, beckoning the weary travelers to rest and respite. This evocative lithograph, created by the French artist Denis Auguste Marie Raffet, is a stunning example of the B&W lithotint technique. The intricate details of the soldiers' uniforms, the textures of the horses' coats, and the delicate tones of the villa's architecture are all rendered with remarkable precision and depth. As we gaze upon this image, we are transported to a time long past, where the clash of armies and the beauty of Italian architecture coexisted in a complex and fascinating historical tapestry. The Villa Santucci, with its welcoming entrance, serves as a symbol of the contrasts and contradictions that defined the Italian Wars and the broader 19th century European experience. This print, now housed in the Art Institute of Chicago, is a testament to Raffet's artistic skill and the enduring power of visual storytelling. It invites us to explore the rich history of Italy and the world beyond, and to appreciate the beauty and complexity of the human experience.
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