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1848 / Anti-Papal Protest
Demonstrations in Rome against Pope Pius IX dissociating himself fromthe movement for Italian unification
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1848 Anti Demonstrations Movement Papal Pius Pope Protest Unification
14"x11" Photo Print
Introducing the captivating "1848 / Anti-Papal Protest" photograph from the extensive Media Storehouse collection, brought to you by Mary Evans Picture Library via Mary Evans Prints Online. This powerful image transports us back in time to Rome in 1848, where the streets echoed with the sounds of dissent as citizens bravely took a stand against Pope Pius IX, protesting his separation from the Italian unification movement. This photograph offers a unique glimpse into a pivotal moment in history, providing a visual narrative of the courage and determination that fueled the desire for change. Add this striking piece to your collection and embrace the rich stories it holds, as a testament to the enduring power of historical records.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 25.5cm (14" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 35.5cm x 27.9cm (14" x 11")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures the intensity of the anti-papal protests that swept through Rome in April 1848, as the Italian people demanded unity and dissociation from the rule of Pope Pius IX. The monument in the foreground, adorned with the Italian tricolor flag, serves as a symbol of the growing nationalist sentiment that was fueling the movement for Italian unification. The night of April 29, 1848, was a pivotal moment in Italian history as thousands of citizens took to the streets of Rome to voice their discontent with the Pope's refusal to support the cause of Italian unification. In this photograph from Mary Evans Picture Library, we see a carriage making its way through the chaotic scene, surrounded by protesters waving flags and shouting slogans. The determined expressions on their faces convey the passion and conviction that drove them to challenge the authority of the Papal States. Pope Pius IX, who had been in power since 1846, had initially expressed support for the Italian unification movement. However, as the movement gained momentum and threatened to encroach on the Papal States, he issued a decree on November 9, 1848, known as the "Syllabus of Errors," which condemned liberal and nationalist ideas. This move alienated many Italians and fueled the anti-papal protests. The events of April 29, 1848, marked a turning point in the Italian unification movement, as the Papal States became a major obstacle to the creation of a unified Italian state. The struggle for Italian unification would continue for several more years, with the eventual success coming in 1870 when Rome was annexed to the Kingdom of Italy.
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