Canvas Print : AT TILSIT, 1807
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AT TILSIT, 1807
At Tilsit, two emperors get drenched waiting for him
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Media ID 583959
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1807 Drenched Emperors Napoleon Tilsit Waiting
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the captivating "At Tilsit, 1807" Canvas Print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you in partnership with Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This exquisite artwork depicts a historic moment between two emperors - Napoleon Bonaparte and Tsar Alexander I of Russia - as they waited for a boat during the signing of the Treaty of Tilsit in 1807. The iconic scene is captured in stunning detail, with the playful addition of raindrops cascading down on the leaders, adding a touch of whimsy to this significant moment in history. Experience the beauty and depth of this captivating image when you bring home this elegant Canvas Print from Media Storehouse.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
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
At Tilsit, 1807: A Historic Moment of Unity Between Two Empires, Amidst the Rain This evocative image captures a pivotal moment in European history, as Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte of France (1769-1821) and Tsar Alexander I of Russia (1777-1825) meet at the small town of Tilsit, located on the border between their two empires. The scene unfolds on a rainy day, as the two leaders, dressed in their military uniforms, huddle together under a small canopy, attempting to stay dry. The meeting at Tilsit, which took place on July 7, 1807, was a significant turning point in the Napoleonic Wars. Following a series of military victories, Napoleon had emerged as the dominant power in Europe, and the Russian Tsar, seeking to preserve the peace and maintain the balance of power, agreed to an alliance with the French emperor. The Treaty of Tilsit, signed on July 9, 1807, marked the end of the Third Coalition against Napoleon and paved the way for a period of relative peace on the European continent. Despite the inclement weather, the two leaders remained in high spirits, as evidenced by their relaxed demeanor and animated conversation. The image of the two emperors, waiting together under the canopy, symbolizes the temporary truce and the fragile alliance between their two powerful nations. The rain, which had initially threatened to disrupt the historic encounter, now serves as a reminder of the unpredictable nature of the natural world and the complexities of international diplomacy. This photograph, taken from the Mary Evans Picture Library, offers a unique glimpse into a pivotal moment in European history and the unlikely friendship between two powerful leaders. The image invites us to reflect on the complexities of international relations and the enduring power of diplomacy, even in the face of adversity.
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