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Gardes Nationales
Gardes Nationales prepare to fire on the people in the rue de Rivoli
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Media ID 4365884
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1871 Commune Gardes Prepare Rivoli Nationales
22"x18" Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating Gardes Nationales Framed Print from Media Storehouse's exclusive collection. This evocative image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you back in time to the tumultuous events of the French Revolution. Witness the intensity and determination of the Gardes Nationales as they prepare to fire on the people in the rue de Rivoli. Each print is meticulously framed with a sophisticated design, enhancing the intrigue and historical significance of this powerful moment. Bring a touch of history and grandeur to your home or office with this stunning piece from Media Storehouse.
20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. 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 50.8cm x 45.7cm (20" x 18")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 45.7cm (22" x 18")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
"This powerful and evocative image captures a pivotal moment in the tumultuous history of France during the Paris Commune of 1871. The Gardes Nationales, a volunteer militia formed during the French Revolution, are seen here preparing to fire on the unarmed civilians gathered in the Rue de Rivoli. The date is April 21, 1871, and the Paris Commune, a radical socialist government, has been in power for just over a week. The situation has deteriorated rapidly, with clashes between the Commune and the Versailles Army escalating. The Gardes Nationales, who had initially supported the Commune, have now been ordered to quell the uprising. The people of Paris, many of whom had hoped for a peaceful resolution, are seen here gathered in the Rue de Rivoli, pleading for mercy and trying to protect their loved ones. The Gardes Nationales, however, are resolute in their duty to uphold the authority of the French government. This photograph is a stark reminder of the violence and chaos that engulfed Paris during the Paris Commune. The events of this period would shape the course of French history, leading to the end of the Commune and the eventual restoration of the monarchy. The image also serves as a poignant reminder of the human cost of political upheaval and the sacrifices made in the name of ideology." This photograph, taken from Mary Evans Prints Online, is a valuable historical document that sheds light on a pivotal moment in French history. It is a reminder of the complex and often violent nature of political upheaval and the sacrifices made by ordinary people in the name of ideology. The image is also a testament to the power of photography as a medium for recording history and preserving the memory of important events for future generations.
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