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Wounded from Custozza
After the battle of Custozza, wounded Italians arrive at Desenzano
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1866 Arrive Italians Risorgimento Wounded
14"x18" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x12" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.4cm x 20.3cm (12" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 45.8cm x 35.6cm (18" x 14")
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 poignant moment of the aftermath of the Battle of Custozza in Italy, fought on June 24, 1866, during the Risorgimento period. The Italian army, led by General Alfonso La Marmora, had engaged Austrian forces near the town of Custozza in a pivotal battle that marked a significant turning point in the Italian unification process. As the sun began to set on the battlefield, the wounded and weary Italian soldiers started their arduous journey towards Desenzano, a small town on the shores of Lake Garda, to seek medical attention and refuge. In this poignant scene, weary and wounded Italian soldiers are seen making their way along a dusty road, their faces etched with pain and exhaustion. Some lean on their comrades for support, while others are carried on makeshift litters. The sight of the wounded, their uniforms torn and bloodied, is a stark reminder of the human cost of war. Desenzano, with its tranquil lake and picturesque townscape, offers a stark contrast to the chaos and destruction of the battlefield. The town's people, many of whom had come out to offer assistance and support, are seen tending to the wounded soldiers, providing them with water, food, and shelter. The scene is one of compassion and humanity, as the Italian people come together to care for their wounded heroes. This powerful image is a testament to the resilience and determination of the Italian people during the Risorgimento period, a time of great upheaval and change in Italian history. It serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by the soldiers on the battlefield and the compassion and support shown by the civilians on the home front.
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