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The Birthplace of the Empress Josephine
The birthplace of the Empress Josephine (wife of Napoleon) on the Caribbean Island of Martinique
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Media ID 4403019
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Birth Place Caribbean Empress Josephine Martinique Napoleon Shack Tropical
14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 35.6cm (16" x 14")
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
This evocative image transports us back in time to the humble birthplace of the Empress Joséphine de Beauharnais, located on the idyllic Caribbean Island of Martinique. The simple, rustic hut, surrounded by lush tropical vegetation, stands as a testament to the humble beginnings of one of the most influential women in French history. Born on January 23, 1763, Joséphine grew up in this picturesque setting, which was then a French colony. The serene beauty of the island's landscape, with its vibrant colors and exotic flora, is a stark contrast to the tumultuous events that would unfold in Joséphine's life. She would go on to marry Napoleon Bonaparte in 1804, becoming the Empress of the French. Their union would last until 1810, when Napoleon divorced her in order to marry Marie-Louise of Austria. Despite the challenges she faced, Joséphine remained a strong and influential figure, known for her beauty, intelligence, and charisma. Her love for her native Martinique remained a constant throughout her life, and she is said to have brought many exotic plants from the island to adorn the gardens of the Château de Malmaison, her home with Napoleon. This image offers a glimpse into the past, inviting us to reflect on the rich history of the Caribbean and the remarkable life of the Empress Joséphine. The simple hut, now a designated historical site, stands as a reminder of the extraordinary journey of a woman who rose from humble beginnings to become an empress and an icon of French history.
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