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The War in Italy: Susa, Mont Cenis, Bivouac with French Troops
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The War in Italy: Susa, Mont Cenis, Bivouac with French Troops
827350 The War in Italy: Susa, Mont Cenis, Bivouac with French Troops, 1859 (watercolour and gouache) by Bossoli, Carlo (1815-84); 28x48.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The War in Italy: Susa, Mont Cenis, Bivouac with French Troops. Carlo Bossoli (1815-1884). Watercolour and gouache. Painted in 1859. 28 x 48.3cm.); Photo eChristies Images; Italian, out of copyright
Media ID 23304230
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1850s 1859 Bivouac Carlo Bossoli Continental Pictures Gouache Italian Art Italian Artist Large Group Mid 19th Century Mid Nineteenth Century Military Unit Mont Cenis Mountainscape Natural Phenomena Negative Concept North Italian Northern Italy Piedmont Snow Capped Snowcapped Susa Water Color Water Colour 19th Century European Art 19th Century Painting Bossoli Natural Space Youthful
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The War in Italy - Susa, Mont Cenis, Bivouac with French Troops
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is a captivating and historically significant artwork by Carlo Bossoli. Created in 1859 during the mid-19th century, this watercolour and gouache painting captures a moment of respite amidst the chaos of war. The scene depicts a bivouac camp set up by French troops in Susa, Mont Cenis. The large group of soldiers can be seen scattered across the mountainous landscape, surrounded by snow-capped peaks. Amidst them are women and children, showcasing the human side of warfare. Bossoli's attention to detail brings this historical event to life. The smoke rising from fires adds an atmospheric touch to the composition while emphasizing the harsh realities faced by these soldiers on their campaign. The building exterior in the background provides a sense of place and context. This artwork not only showcases Bossoli's artistic talent but also serves as a visual record of an important period in European history. It offers viewers a glimpse into military life during that time - capturing both moments of camaraderie and hardship. "The War in Italy: Susa, Mont Cenis, Bivouac with French Troops" stands as a testament to Bossoli's skill as an artist and his ability to capture emotion within his work. It serves as both an aesthetic masterpiece and a valuable historical document for those interested in understanding the impact of war on individuals and societies alike.
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