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Alessandro Farnese witnesses the destruction of the Invincible Armada, 1687. Creator: Ricci, Sebastiano (1659-1734)
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Alessandro Farnese witnesses the destruction of the Invincible Armada, 1687. Creator: Ricci, Sebastiano (1659-1734)
Alessandro Farnese witnesses the destruction of the Invincible Armada. (From the Series of the life of Pope Paul III), 1687. Found in the Collection of the Musei Civici di Palazzo Farnese, Piacenza
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Alessandro Farnese Armada Carrack Carracks Farnese Ireland King Of Spain Naval Battle Paul Iii Philip Ii Philip Ii Of Spain Pope Paul Iii Ricci Sailing Warship Spanish Armada Venetian School
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This stunning print captures the dramatic moment when Alessandro Farnese witnesses the destruction of the Invincible Armada in 1687. Painted by Sebastiano Ricci, this masterpiece is part of a series depicting the life of Pope Paul III and can be found in the Musei Civici di Palazzo Farnese in Piacenza.
In this scene, we see Farnese standing on deck, his expression a mix of awe and horror as he watches the Spanish Armada being decimated by English forces. The baroque style of Ricci's painting adds to the intensity of the moment, with swirling clouds and crashing waves creating a sense of chaos and destruction.
The carracks, or sailing warships, are rendered with meticulous detail, their masts reaching towards an ominous sky filled with smoke and fire. The allegorical elements present in this work speak to themes of power, hubris, and ultimately downfall.
As one gazes upon this painting, they are transported back in time to witness a pivotal moment in history - a clash between two great naval powers that would forever alter the course of European politics. Alessandro Farnese's presence serves as a reminder of the human cost of war and conflict.
Overall, this print is not just a beautiful piece of art but also a powerful historical document that captures an important event for posterity.
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