Carbonari Collection

Meeting of carbonari of the political society secretary active in Italy, 1821 (print)
FGL5466093 Meeting of carbonari of the political society secretary active in Italy, 1821 (print); (add.info.: Carbonarianism: meeting of carbonari (members of the Carboneria or coal mill)

The Carbonari at work (engraving)
3100770 The Carbonari at work (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Carbonari at work)

French matematician Dominique Francois Jean Arago, aka Francois Arago
3614241 French matematician Dominique Francois Jean Arago, aka Francois Arago, from Les Merveilles de la Science, pub.1870 by French School, (19th century); (add.info.: Dominique Francois Jean Arago)

Initiation of a new member into a group of the Carbonari, network of revolutionary secret societies in Italy
3647651 Initiation of a new member into a group of the Carbonari, network of revolutionary secret societies in Italy, 19th Century (engraving) by German School

Giuseppe Mazzini
LLM459794 Giuseppe Mazzini by Scarpelli, Tancredi (1866-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: Giuseppe Mazzini. Illustration for Storia d Italia by Paolo Giudici (Nerbini)

A Carbonari rally: Capobianco speaks about the aims of the Carboneria
LLM459785 A Carbonari rally: Capobianco speaks about the aims of the Carboneria by Scarpelli, Tancredi (1866-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Carbonari rally)

Portrait of Felice Orsini (1819-1858), c. 1858. Creator: Buchheister, Louis (1820-1881)
Portrait of Felice Orsini (1819-1858), c. 1858. Found in the collection of Musee Carnavalet, Paris

Giuseppe Garibaldi Island at the Capri Island, 1860. Artist: Houghton, Arthur Boyd
Giuseppe Garibaldi Island at the Capri Island, 1860. From a private collection

Portrait of Giuseppe Garibaldi (1807-1882), 1861. Artist: Anonymous
Portrait of Giuseppe Garibaldi (1807-1882), 1861. From a private collection

Carbonari Initiated / 1820
New members are initiated into the Carbonari, the Italian nationalist secret society. The oath of initiation was based on that of the Freemasons

1820 Revolution. Naples. The Austrian troops arriving in Nap
1820 Revolution. Naples. After liberal uprisings of July 1820 the powers of the Holy Alliance intervened sending the Austrian troops to quell the revolution

Monument of Giuseppe Garibaldi. Rome. Italy
Giuseppe Garibaldi.1807-1882. Italian military and political. Monument by Emilio Gallori (1846-1924), 1895. Rome. Italy

Picture of St Theobald
Illustration of ceremony with key noting: 1. Place of the Masters, 2. Place of apprentices, 3. Grand Master, 4. Orator, 5. Secretary, 6. The Adept, 7. Master of the ceremonies, 8&9

King of the Two Sicilies
Frontispiece portrait of King, lithographed by C. Hullmandel after M. Gauci, and title page Ferdinand I. King of the Two Sicilies. Date: 1821

Carbonara patrol commanded by a police officer
Group of guards marching Carbonara patrole commanded by a police officer, himself a Carbonara. Date: 1821

Man in uniform with various medals
Profile portrait of man in uniform with various medals attached to the lapel of his coat. Lithographed by C. Hullmandel after M. Gauci. H.R.H. Don Francis

Guard of the Carbonara Legion
Guard dressed in uniform holding a gun and with a sword around his shoulder Guard of the Carbonara Legion Date: 1821

Luigi Minichini Luigi Minichini
Profile portrait of Luigi Minichini Luigi Minichini. Illustre primo promotore della liberta nazionale. Date: 1821

The Carbonari at work
The Carbonari (literally meaning the charchoal burners) were groups of secret revolutionary soceities founded in Italy. Here Giuseppe Mazzini is shown communicating his project of creating Young

Carbonari and King
When Carlo Alberto succeeds to the throne of Piedmont, he is lobbied by Carbonari, urging reform

Pepe at Antrodoco
At the battle of Antrodoro, Guglielmo Pepe, leader of the Carbonari, fights the Austrians

Mazzini Goes to Exile
Giuseppe Mazzini, a member of the Carbonari, is imprisoned, then sent into exile at Marseille. But he ll be back

Carbonari Meeting / 1820
A meeting of Carbonari, the Italian nationalist secret society

Carbonari Deputation1820
A deputation of Carbonari, the nationalist secret society, are presented to Ferdinand I of the Two Sicilies (previously Ferdinand IV of Naples)

Italy / Carbonari Arrested
Members of the Carbonari nationalist secret society are arrested in Lombardy

Byron & Guiccioli
Byron with Teresa, countess Guiccioli, through whom he became involved with the carbonari

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"The Carbonari: Unveiling the Secretive Revolution of 19th Century Italy" In this captivating engraving, we witness the clandestine workings of the Carbonari, a network of revolutionary secret societies that shook Italy in the 19th century. Led by French mathematician Dominique Francois Jean Arago, also known as Francois Arago, these brave individuals fought for freedom and justice. The initiation ceremony depicted here showcases the induction of a new member into this covert group. With their faces hidden beneath hoods, they swear allegiance to their cause - a cause that would change the course of Italian history forever. Giuseppe Mazzini, an influential figure in Italian nationalism and one of the prominent members of Carboneria, is captured passionately addressing a rally. His words echo through time as he speaks about the aims and aspirations driving this movement towards liberation. Felice Orsini's portrait reminds us of his pivotal role within Carbonari. A fervent advocate for independence, his actions left an indelible mark on history. The artist Buchheister skillfully captures Orsini's determination and unwavering spirit. Amidst all these events unfolds Giuseppe Garibaldi Island at Capri Island - a symbol of hope rising from turbulent seas. It was here that Garibaldi himself took refuge during his daring expeditions against oppressive regimes. Anonymous artist's portrait immortalizes him as a charismatic leader who fearlessly led armies to victory. The image depicting Austrian troops arriving in Naples during the 1820 revolution serves as a reminder of opposition faced by Carbonari from ruling powers determined to suppress their ideals. Yet it only fueled their resolve further; they fought tirelessly until liberty prevailed. A monument dedicated to Giuseppe Garibaldi stands tall in Rome today - an enduring tribute to his contributions towards unifying Italy under one flag. This iconic landmark represents not just Garibaldi but also countless other heroes who sacrificed everything for the cause. Lastly, a picture of St.