The Treason of Görgei c1851 Don Pirlone's Satire

DESCRIPTION: This image is a lithograph titled "The treason of Görgei" by Michelangelo Pinto, published in 1853.  It depicts an allegorical scene showing a man carrying bags labeled "ORO RUSSO" (Russian Gold), representing Hungarian general Artúr Görgey. A skeleton figure representing death is on his shoulder, symbolizing betrayal or downfall. The work is a political satire regarding the Hungarian Revolution of 1848–1849. Laid paper with plate marks STYLE: Lithograph COLOUR: Monochrome SIZE (cm): 23.5 x 16.5 CREATORS: Michelangelo Pinto PUBLICATION: Don Pirlone PUBLISHER: Rome DATE: C19 COMMENTS: Excellent condition SUBJECT: Satire PACKAGE: Single one-sided sheet in acid-free mount, flat & unfolded inside hard-backed envelope. Royal Mail Tracked 24 included. Note: Images are provided for illustration purposes only and are intended to show the complete printed product, including any imperfections of age that may be present. Frames or props shown in the images are for display purposes only and are not included with your purchase.