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Attack of Josephine de Beauharnaiss car, Madame Bonaparte, on the shores of Lake Garda, by Austrian Boats, July 30, 1796 Painting by Hippolyte Lecomte (1781-1857) 1806 Sun. 1, 11x1, 92m
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Attack of Josephine de Beauharnaiss car, Madame Bonaparte, on the shores of Lake Garda, by Austrian Boats, July 30, 1796 Painting by Hippolyte Lecomte (1781-1857) 1806 Sun. 1, 11x1, 92m
JLJ4575106 Attack of Josephine de Beauharnaiss car, Madame Bonaparte, on the shores of Lake Garda, by Austrian Boats, July 30, 1796 Painting by Hippolyte Lecomte (1781-1857) 1806 Sun. 1, 11x1, 92m. by Lecomte, Hippolyte (1781-1857); Chateau de Versailles, France; (add.info.: Attack of Josephine de Beauharnaiss car, Madame Bonaparte, on the shores of Lake Garda, by Austrian Boats, July 30, 1796 Painting by Hippolyte Lecomte (1781-1857) 1806 Sun. 1, 11x1, 92m.); Photo © Photo Josse
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This painting by Hippolyte Lecomte depicts the dramatic moment when Josephine de Beauharnaiss, later known as Madame Bonaparte, faced an attack on the shores of Lake Garda. The scene is set on July 30,1796, during a time of conflict between France and Austria. In this artwork, we witness the intense assault on Josephine's carriage by Austrian boats. The artist skillfully captures the chaos and violence of the situation, with waves crashing against the shore and smoke billowing from cannons. Despite being under attack, Josephine remains composed in her elegant French attire. The historical significance of this event cannot be understated. It represents not only a personal threat to Josephine but also symbolizes the larger struggle between France and Austria during that period. This painting serves as a reminder of the turbulent times in European history. Lecomte's attention to detail is evident in every brushstroke; he masterfully portrays both natural elements like water and fire as well as human emotions through his subjects' expressions. The composition draws viewers into this pivotal moment in history. Now housed at Chateau de Versailles in France, this artwork stands as a testament to Lecomte's artistic talent and serves as an important piece of historical documentation for future generations to appreciate.
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