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France Pierrfonds 2
The chateau de Pierrefonds, in the foret de Compiegne, Picardie, is visited by Napoleon III during its restoration by Viollet-le-duc
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1860 Chateau Compiegne Foret I Ii Napoleon Picardie Pierrefonds Restoration Viollet Visited
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 photograph captures a pivotal moment in the rich history of Château de Pierrefonds in Picardie, France. In the year 1860, the château, which had fallen into disrepair, was being meticulously restored under the guidance of renowned architect Viollet-le-Duc. The image shows Napoleon III, the Emperor of the Second French Empire, visiting the site to oversee the progress of the restoration works. The Château de Pierrefonds, located in the heart of the Foret de Compiègne, was originally built in the 15th century but underwent significant modifications during the 16th and 17th centuries. By the 19th century, it had fallen into a state of neglect and disrepair. Recognizing the historical significance of the château, Napoleon III commissioned Viollet-le-Duc to restore it to its former glory. Viollet-le-Duc, a pioneer in the field of historic preservation, approached the restoration with a unique and innovative perspective. He sought to recreate the château as it would have appeared in its original medieval state, rather than simply restoring it to its previous 17th-century appearance. This radical approach was controversial at the time but has since been recognized as a groundbreaking contribution to the field of historic preservation. In this photograph, Napoleon III is seen standing in front of the partially restored château, surrounded by the lush greenery of the forest. The image offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when the château was being brought back to life after centuries of neglect. The restoration of Château de Pierrefonds remains an enduring testament to the vision and determination of Napoleon III and Viollet-le-Duc, and continues to attract visitors from around the world who are drawn to its rich history and architectural beauty.
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