Poster Print : Escaping Commune
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Escaping Commune
Members of the Garde Nationale escape from Paris in order to avoid serving with the Communards
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1871 Avoid Communards Commune Escape Escaping Garde Members Nationale Order Serving
18x24 inch Poster Print
"Escape from Paris: Relive history with our captivating 'Escaping Commune' poster print from the Media Storehouse collection. This evocative image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts members of the Garde Nationale making a desperate bid for freedom amidst the chaos of Paris during the Commune uprising. Add this stunning poster to your walls and transport yourself back in time. Perfect for history enthusiasts, students, or anyone seeking inspiration, this high-quality print is a must-have addition to any space. Experience the thrill of the past with Media Storehouse."
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 46.3cm x 61.6cm (18.2" x 24.3")
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 evocative image captures the chaotic scene of the Garde Nationale members' desperate attempt to escape Paris during the final days of the Paris Commune in May 1871. The Paris Commune was a revolutionary government that ruled Paris from March 18 to May 28, 1871, following the Franco-Prussian War and the abdication of Napoleon III. The Garde Nationale, a national guard formed during the revolution, was initially loyal to the new regime but soon faced a choice between continuing to support the increasingly radical and violent actions of the Commune or defecting and joining the Versailles government forces. In this photograph, we see a group of Garde Nationale soldiers, their faces etched with determination and fear, making their way through the crowded streets of Paris. They are surrounded by a sea of civilians, some cheering them on, others jeering and throwing objects. The soldiers are carrying their weapons and equipment, ready to fight if necessary, while civilians cling to them for protection or try to hinder their escape. The chaos and uncertainty of the situation are palpable, with smoke rising from buildings in the background and the sound of gunfire and shouting filling the air. The events leading up to this moment were complex and tumultuous. The Paris Commune had been marked by a series of violent clashes between the revolutionary government and the Versailles forces, culminating in the Battle of Versailles on May 21, 1871. With the situation growing increasingly dire, many Garde Nationale members decided to abandon the Commune and join the Versailles forces, leading to scenes of chaos and confusion in the streets of Paris. This photograph is a powerful reminder of the human cost of political upheaval and the difficult choices that individuals must make in times of crisis.
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