Canvas Print : Paris ruins, Commune 1871
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Paris ruins, Commune 1871
Paris ruins, Commune 1871. Date: 1871
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Media ID 14354670
© Mary Evans Picture Library/Pump Park Photography
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Canvas Print of 'Paris Ruins, Commune 1871' from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you to the tumultuous events of 1871, during the Paris Commune. Witness the raw power of history unfold through the ruins of the City of Light. Our high-quality canvas prints are meticulously crafted to bring out the intricate details and vibrant colors of this rights-managed photograph, making it a stunning addition to any room in your home or office. Elevate your decor and ignite your imagination with this unique piece of historical art.
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 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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.
Paris Ruins, Commune 1871
EDITORS COMMENTS
is an evocative and poignant image capturing the aftermath of one of the most tumultuous periods in French history. The photograph, taken in 1871, depicts the devastation wrought upon the City of Light during the Paris Commune, a brief but violent period of revolutionary government that lasted from March 18 to May 28, 1871. The image reveals a desolate and desolate scene, with the ruins of the Palais Royal, a former royal palace and now a popular public garden, serving as a haunting backdrop. The once grand buildings, now reduced to rubble and debris, bear testament to the destructive power of the conflict that had engulfed the city. In the foreground, a group of men, dressed in the uniforms of the National Guard, survey the damage with somber expressions, their faces etched with the weight of the events that had transpired. The Paris Commune was a response to the economic and political instability that had long plagued the city. Fueled by a desire for social and political equality, the working classes rose up against the ruling elite, leading to a bloody and chaotic confrontation that left thousands dead and Paris in ruins. The French government, under the leadership of Adolphe Thiers, quelled the uprising with brutal force, resulting in the destruction of many of the city's iconic landmarks. This photograph, a poignant reminder of the past, serves as a powerful testament to the human capacity for both destruction and resilience. It invites us to reflect on the complex and often tumultuous history of Paris, and the enduring spirit of the city that has weathered countless challenges and emerged stronger each time. The image is a haunting yet beautiful reminder of the power of history to both inform and inspire us, and the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity.
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