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Affaire des Poisons (engraving) 1846
ELD5620095 Affaire des Poisons (engraving) 1846 by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: " Portrait of the poisonous Catherine Deshayes, wife Monvoisin and nicknamed La Voisin (1640-1680) undergoing the question of water and who was condemned and burned two days later - Engraving from " Les prisons de Paris " by Alhoy et Lurine); Photo eThe Holbarn Archive; Photo eIsadora; French, out of copyright
Media ID 22766778
© The Holbarn Archive Isadora / Bridgeman Images
12"x10" Modern Frame
Bring a touch of historical intrigue to your home or office with our Framed Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating piece, "Affaire des Poisons (engraving) 1846" by the French School, transports you back to the 19th century with its mesmerizing depiction of Catherine Deshayes, a key figure in the infamous Poisons Affair. With intricate details and stunning contrast, this engraving is a must-have for art enthusiasts and history buffs alike. Our high-quality framing enhances the artwork's beauty, ensuring a timeless addition to any space. Experience the allure of the past with this exquisite Framed Print from Media Storehouse.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 30.5cm (10" x 12")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This engraving titled "Affaire des Poisons" takes us back to the dark underbelly of 17th-century France. The image depicts Catherine Deshayes, also known as La Voisin, a notorious figure in the infamous Affaire des Poisons. La Voisin was a woman shrouded in mystery and danger, earning her nickname due to her involvement in the production and distribution of poisonous substances. In this haunting portrait, she is shown undergoing the harrowing ordeal known as the question of water—a method used during interrogations where water was forced into the suspect's mouth until they confessed or drowned. The artist masterfully captures Deshayes' anguish and fear through intricate details etched onto paper. Her eyes betray a mixture of defiance and despair as she faces an uncertain fate. Little did she know that just two days after this interrogation, she would be condemned to death by burning. This engraving is part of "Les prisons de Paris" a collection by Alhoy et Lurine that sheds light on the grim realities within Parisian prisons at that time. It serves as a chilling reminder of humanity's capacity for darkness and our fascination with those who dwell within it. Bridgeman Images has preserved this historical artwork from French School, allowing us to delve into an era filled with intrigue, crime, and punishment. As we gaze upon this print today, we are transported back centuries ago when Catherine Deshayes walked these very streets—her
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