Metal Print : Petroleuse Arrestede
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Petroleuse Arrestede
The last of the commune - a petroleuse says goodbye to her children as she is led away, probably to be shot. Date: 1871
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1871 Commune Goodbye Shot Petroleuse
16"x20" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Bring historical moments to life with Media Storehouse Metal Prints. This captivating image, "The Last of the Commune - A Petroleuse Bids Farewell" by Mary Evans Prints Online, tells the poignant story of a petroleuse, a woman militant of the Paris Commune, bidding goodbye to her children as she is led away, likely to her execution in 1871. Our high-quality Metal Prints transform your chosen image into a stunning, vibrant work of art that adds depth and texture to any space. Each print is meticulously printed on a lightweight aluminum sheet using a dye-sublimation process, ensuring rich colors and sharp details that last a lifetime. Elevate your home or office décor with a piece of history that tells a story - order your Media Storehouse Metal Print today.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 41.2cm x 51.4cm (16.2" x 20.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This poignant image captures the moment of farewell between a petroleuse, or female militant of the Paris Commune of 1871, and her children as she is led away by French soldiers. The Paris Commune was a revolutionary government that ruled Paris from March 18 to May 28, 1871, following the Franco-Prussian War. The communards sought to establish a socialist and democratic society, but their rule was met with fierce opposition from the French military and monarchist forces. During the final days of the commune, the French army launched a brutal assault on the city, resulting in widespread destruction and loss of life. In the chaos, rumors spread that the communards were using women and children as human shields and that they were setting buildings on fire, leading to the infamous labeling of these women as 'petroleuses' or 'petroleuses arrestees' (arrested petroleuses). Despite the lack of evidence to support these claims, the soldiers rounded up hundreds of women, many of whom were innocent, and subjected them to brutal treatment, including public trials and executions. In this image, a petroleuse, dressed in a shawl and holding her children's hands, bids them a tearful goodbye as she is led away, likely to be shot. The expression on her face conveys a deep sense of sadness and despair, as she knows that she may never see her children again. This powerful image serves as a reminder of the human cost of conflict and the devastating impact of propaganda and rumor on innocent lives. It is a poignant reminder of the women and children who were caught up in the violence of the Paris Commune and the lasting effects of the conflict on their families and communities.
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