Napoleon en zijn leger trekken over een berg, op de voorgrond de vrouwelijke personificatie van Italië 1808

"Napoleon en zijn leger trekken over een berg, op de voorgrond de vrouwelijke personificatie van Italië" (Napoleon and his army crossing a mountain, in the foreground the female personification of Italy), created by Teodoro Matteini in 1808, is an intricate line engraving depicting a dramatic scene. The artwork features Napoleon and his army ascending a mountain, while a reclining figure representing Italy, adorned with a crown of laurels, embodies the land's resilience. This piece, a testament to Matteini's skill, highlights the romanticism of the era through its dynamic composition and symbolism, offering a unique perspective on the Napoleonic conquest of Italy.