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Miners of Valenciennes
Napoleon and Eugenie watch a parade of the miners of Valenciennes : his encouragement of industry gives France a period of stability and prosperity
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1853 Encouragement Eugenie I Ii Miners Napoleon Parade Prosperity Stability Valenciennes Watch
14"x18" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x12" 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 30.4cm x 20.3cm (12" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 45.8cm x 35.6cm (18" 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 striking image captures a pivotal moment in the history of France during the Industrial Revolution. The photograph, titled "Napoleon and Eugenie watch a parade of the miners of Valenciennes," depicts the Emperor Napoleon I and his wife Eugenie, standing together on a balcony overlooking a grand procession of miners from the city of Valenciennes. The year was 1853, and France was in the midst of a period of intense industrialization. Napoleon, known for his forward-thinking policies and vision for the future of his country, had long recognized the importance of industry to France's economic and political stability. He had implemented various measures to encourage industrial growth, including the creation of the Corps des Mines in 1807, which aimed to promote the development of the coal mining industry. In this photograph, Napoleon and Eugenie are seen offering their encouragement and support to the miners of Valenciennes, who were at the forefront of France's industrial revolution. The miners, proudly displaying their tools and equipment, march in formation before the imperial couple, a testament to the hard work and dedication of the working class. This moment of unity between the ruling elite and the working class was significant, as it symbolized the collaboration and cooperation necessary for the successful industrialization of France. The period of stability and prosperity that followed the Industrial Revolution in France was in large part due to the encouragement and support of Napoleon and other forward-thinking leaders. This historical photograph is a powerful reminder of the importance of industry to the development of a nation, and the role that leadership and collaboration can play in shaping a prosperous future. The image is a valuable historical document, and a testament to the rich and complex history of France during the Industrial Revolution.
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