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Sack of Rome or Sacco di Roma (1527). Charles
" Sack of Rome or " Sacco di Roma" (1527). Charles Vs mutinous troops watch over Castel Samt Angelo, where Pope Clement VII was imprisoned. Xylography. FRANCE. Paris. National Library."
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This striking xylography print, titled "Charles Vs Mutinous Troops Watching over Castel Sant'Angelo during the Sack of Rome (Sacco di Roma) in 1527," is a captivating depiction of a pivotal moment in European history. The print, housed in the National Library of France in Paris, vividly portrays the tense standoff between the imperial forces of Charles V and the mutinous troops that had turned against their emperor during the siege of Rome. In the foreground, the mutinous soldiers, their faces etched with determination and defiance, are seen watching over Castel Sant'Angelo, where Pope Clement VII was imprisoned. The pope had taken refuge in the castle, seeking protection from the invading forces. The castle's imposing structure, with its distinctive angeled statue of Saint Michael atop, looms ominously in the background. Charles V, depicted in the center, stands resolute and unyielding, his expression a mix of determination and concern. The emperor, who had been attempting to quell the mutiny, was ultimately forced to watch as his troops ransacked the city of Rome. The Sack of Rome, which lasted from May 6 to May 11, 1527, was a turning point in the Italian Wars and a significant blow to the papacy's temporal power. The intricate details of the print, which was produced using the woodcut printing process known as xylography, bring the scene to life, transporting the viewer back to a time of political upheaval and military conflict. The print's historical significance, coupled with its artistic merit, make it a valuable addition to any collection of European history or art.
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