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An Incident during the Siege of Paris (oil on canvas)
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An Incident during the Siege of Paris (oil on canvas)
XEH41975 An Incident during the Siege of Paris (oil on canvas) by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); 97x130 cm; Musee des Beaux-Arts Andre Malraux, Le Havre, France; (add.info.: Episode du siege de Paris en 1870; ); Giraudon; French, out of copyright
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Blood Calm Distance Explosion Franco Prussian War Freezing Horizon Quiet Shadow
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The captivating print titled "An Incident during the Siege of Paris" takes us back to a tumultuous period in history - the Franco-Prussian War. Painted by Gustave Dore, this oil on canvas masterpiece measures 97x130 cm and now resides at the Musee des Beaux-Arts Andre Malraux in Le Havre, France. In this scene, we witness a chilling winter day within the besieged city. The snow-covered ground reflects an eerie calmness that belies the chaos unfolding before our eyes. A wall stands tall in the background, casting long shadows as it shields both friend and foe from prying eyes. Amidst this frozen landscape, an explosion has shattered the tranquility. Fire engulfs buildings while blood stains the snow nearby - remnants of fierce fighting between opposing forces. In the distance, beyond a hazy horizon, lies a city gripped by war's relentless grip. A nun emerges from amidst this devastation; her presence evokes both hope and despair simultaneously. She embodies strength and resilience against all odds - a symbol of faith amidst turmoil. Dore's masterful brushwork captures not only physical destruction but also conveys emotional depth through his use of light and shadow. This artwork serves as a poignant reminder of humanity's capacity for both destruction and survival during times of conflict. As we gaze upon this haunting image, we are transported back to that freezing cold winter day when Paris was under siege – forever etched into history through art
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