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F-E Vidocq / Stops Music
FRANCOIS-EUGENE VIDOCQ French police officer and adventurer stops the music at a lively gathering
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Media ID 616752
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1775 1857 Adventurer Eugene Francois Gathering Lively Stops Violin Vidocq
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the latest addition to our Media Storehouse Canvas Print collection: "F-E Vidocq / Stops Music" by Mary Evans Picture Library. This captivating image transports you back in time to a lively French gathering, where renowned police officer and adventurer, François-Eugène Vidocq, boldly halts the music with a commanding gesture. The rich colors and intricate details of this Mary Evans Print Online photograph are brought to life on our high-quality canvas, creating a stunning and conversation-starting piece for your home or office. Experience the magic of history in a whole new way with our Canvas Prints. Order yours today and bring this mesmerizing moment into your space.
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
This photograph, taken in 1857, depicts the renowned French police officer and adventurer François-Eugène Vidocq (1775-1857) in the midst of a lively gathering, halting the music with an authoritative gesture. Vidocq, known for his distinctive red hair and piercing green eyes, cuts an imposing figure in his police uniform, coat open to reveal the insignia of his rank. The crowd, a sea of faces, reacts with a mix of surprise and amusement, some ceasing their dancing or music-making, while others continue unaware or defiant. Born in Paris in 1775, Vidocq rose to prominence as a criminal before turning his talents to crime-solving and eventually founding the Sûreté Nationale, the French national police force. His methods, which included disguises, undercover work, and even the use of a criminal network, were groundbreaking and controversial, earning him both admiration and criticism. This image, a testament to Vidocq's legendary status, captures a moment of both order and chaos, as the adventurous officer brings a temporary halt to the festivities. The vibrant colors and lively energy of the scene serve to underscore the intrigue and excitement of Vidocq's life and times, making this photograph a fascinating glimpse into the history of French law enforcement and the man who revolutionized it.
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