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Burning Guillotine
The Paris Communards burn the guillotine - symbol of the despised government - in the place Voltaire. Date: March-April 1871
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1871 Burn Burning Communards Commune Guillotine Symbol Voltaire Despised
Jigsaw Puzzle (252 Pieces)
Experience the thrill of history coming to life with our Burning Guillotine jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse! This intriguing puzzle, featuring the iconic image of the Paris Communards burning the guillotine in the Place de la Concorde during the French Revolution in 1871, is taken from the extensive collection of Mary Evans Prints Online. Challenge yourself and your family to piece together this captivating jigsaw puzzle, a perfect activity for history buffs and puzzle enthusiasts alike. Immerse yourself in the rich history of the past as you bring this powerful and symbolic moment to life in your own home.
Made in the USA, 252-piece puzzles measure 11" x 14" (27.9 x 35.5 cm). Every puzzle is meticulously printed on glossy photo paper, which has a strong 1.33 mm thickness. Delivered in a black storage cardboard box, these puzzles are both stylish and practical. (Note: puzzles contain small parts and are not suitable for children under 3 years of age.)
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Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 28cm (14" x 11")
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 captures the intense moment during the Paris Commune of 1871 when the symbol of the despised French government, the guillotine, was burned in Place Voltaire. The Paris Commune was a revolutionary period in French history, marked by the working-class uprising against the French government. The guillotine, a symbol of the monarchy and later the French Revolution, had long been a source of fear and dread for the people. The burning of the guillotine on March 25, 1871, was a powerful statement of defiance against the old regime and its repressive institutions. The event took place in Place Voltaire, a central square in Paris, in the presence of a large crowd of Communards. The image shows the flames engulfing the guillotine, with onlookers in the background, some cheering and others watching in awe. The Paris Commune lasted from March 18 to May 28, 1871, and was marked by a series of political and social upheavals. The Communards sought to establish a new social order based on equality, freedom, and justice. However, their rule was short-lived, and the French government, under the leadership of Adolphe Thiers, launched a military campaign to quell the rebellion. The Commune was eventually suppressed, and many of its leaders were executed or exiled. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the passion and determination of the Paris Commune and the desire for change that drove the people to take action against the old regime. The burning of the guillotine symbolized the end of an era and the beginning of a new one, even if it was short-lived. The image also serves as a reminder of the power of symbols and their ability to galvanize people to action.
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