Canvas Print : Napoleon at Invalides
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Napoleon at Invalides
The remains of Napoleon are brought from Saint Helena to France, where they are solemnly installed at Les Invalides, Paris, in a grand ceremony Date: 15 December 1840
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Media ID 621904
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Brought Ceremony Helena Installed Invalides Napoleon Pari Solemnly
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
"Bring history into your home with our stunning Napoleon at Invalides Canvas Print from Media Storehouse and Mary Evans Picture Library. This captivating image, captured from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts a pivotal moment in history: the return of Napoleon Bonaparte's remains to France and their solemn installation at Les Invalides in Paris on 15 December 1840. Our high-quality canvas prints are meticulously crafted to bring out the rich details and vibrant colors of this iconic photograph. Each print is coated with a protective, scratch-resistant finish to ensure lasting beauty. Elevate your decor and transport yourself back in time with this exquisite piece of historical art."
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 76.2cm x 50.8cm (30" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this historic photograph, taken on December 15, 1840, the remains of Napoleon Bonaparte are being solemnly installed at Les Invalides in Paris, France. The scene is one of grandeur and importance, as the remains of the legendary military and political leader are brought back to his homeland after more than two decades of exile on the island of Saint Helena in the South Atlantic. Napoleon, who rose to power during the French Revolution and ruled as Emperor of the French from 1804 to 1814, was defeated and exiled in 1815 following the Battle of Waterloo. He spent the rest of his life in exile, first on the island of Elba and then on Saint Helena, where he died in 1821. The decision to bring Napoleon's remains back to France was a controversial one, with some seeing it as a way to rehabilitate his image and others as a provocative act that could inflame tensions between France and other European powers. Despite the controversy, the French government went ahead with the plan, and the remains were transported back to France in a grand procession that included a fleet of ships and a large entourage of military and political dignitaries. Upon arrival in France, Napoleon's remains were taken to Les Invalides, a historic military complex and national monument in Paris. A grand ceremony was held to mark the occasion, with military honors and a state funeral attended by thousands of people. Napoleon's remains were interred in a tomb designed by the architect Louis-Victor Gagnet, which is still a popular tourist destination today. This photograph captures a significant moment in French history, as the country paid tribute to one of its most famous sons and reclaimed a symbol of national pride. The image is a testament to the enduring legacy of Napoleon Bonaparte and the profound impact he had on the world.
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