Poster Print : Naples Prisoners
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Naples Prisoners
Neapolitan prisoners after the collapse of the kingdom of the Two Sicilies
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1862 Collapse Naples Neapolitan Prisoners Risorgimento Sicilies
20x30 inch Poster Print
"Bring the historic and poignant essence of Naples to your walls with our exquisite selection of Naples Prisoners Poster Prints from Media Storehouse. Sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, these poster prints showcase the powerful and evocative photograph of Neapolitan prisoners, taken after the collapse of the Kingdom of the Two Sicilies. Each print is meticulously produced using high-quality materials, ensuring vibrant colors and sharp details that bring the image to life. Add a touch of history and culture to your home or office decor with this stunning and thought-provoking piece."
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 76.8cm x 51.4cm (30.2" x 20.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures the somber reality of Naples prisoners following the collapse of the Kingdom of the Two Sicilies in 1862. The Kingdom of the Two Sicilies, which encompassed the southern Italian regions of Sicily and Naples, had been ruled by the Bourbon dynasty since 1816. However, the economic and political instability of the kingdom, coupled with the rising nationalist sentiments of the Italian Risorgimento, led to its downfall. In September 1860, Giuseppe Garibaldi and his "Thousand" volunteers landed in Sicily and quickly gained control of the island. The final blow came in November 1860 when the Neapolitan army was defeated at the Battle of Volturno, paving the way for the unification of Italy under Victor Emmanuel II. The prisoners depicted in this photograph were likely among the thousands of Neapolitans who were arrested and imprisoned in the aftermath of the kingdom's collapse. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the human cost of political upheaval and the turbulent history of Italy's unification. The photograph was taken in 1862, just a year after the fall of the Kingdom of the Two Sicilies, and offers a glimpse into the harsh conditions of Naples prisons during that time. The prisoners are shown huddled together in a cramped and dimly lit cell, their faces etched with exhaustion and despair. The bars of their cells are visible through the open doors, serving as a reminder of their confinement and the loss of their freedom. This photograph is an important historical document that sheds light on a pivotal moment in Italian history and the human impact of political change. It is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by individuals during times of upheaval and the enduring power of the human spirit.
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