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View of the military fortifications of the port of Reggio Calabria
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View of the military fortifications of the port of Reggio Calabria
LRI4643861 View of the military fortifications of the port of Reggio Calabria (View of Reggio Calabria military fortifications) Detail of a guard and canons (cannons and guard) - Painting by Jacob Philipp Hackert dit Hackert d Italie (1737-1807) 18th century - Museo Nazionale di San Martino Naples by Hackert, Jacob-Philippe (1737-1807); Museo Nazionale di San Martino & Certosa, Naples, Campania, Italy; (add.info.: View of the military fortifications of the port of Reggio Calabria (View of Reggio Calabria military fortifications) Detail of a guard and canons (cannons and guard) - Painting by Jacob Philipp Hackert dit Hackert d Italie (1737-1807) 18th century - Museo Nazionale di San Martino Naples); Luisa Ricciarini; German, out of copyright
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Calabria Region Fortification Mediterranean Sea
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View of the military fortifications of the port of Reggio Calabria, captured in this 18th-century painting by Jacob Philipp Hackert, transports us back to a time when strategic defense was paramount. The detailed brushstrokes bring to life the impressive architecture and imposing cannons that guarded this important harbor. In this particular detail, our attention is drawn to a solitary guard standing tall amidst the powerful weaponry. His stoic presence serves as a reminder of the human element within these fortified walls – soldiers who dedicated their lives to protecting their homeland. Hackert's skillful portrayal captures not only the physical structures but also evokes a sense of history and significance. The viewer can almost feel the weightiness of each cannon and imagine the echoes that once reverberated through these stone walls during times of conflict. This artwork, housed in Museo Nazionale di San Martino in Naples, offers us a glimpse into an era where military might played a crucial role in safeguarding coastal regions like Reggio Calabria. It stands as both an artistic masterpiece and historical document, preserving for generations to come an image that encapsulates strength, resilience, and unwavering dedication.
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