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Victor Hugo, French poet, dramatist and novelist, 1867. Artist: Andre Gill
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Victor Hugo, French poet, dramatist and novelist, 1867. Artist: Andre Gill
Victor Hugo, French poet, dramatist and novelist, 1867. Born in Besancon, Victor Hugo (1802-1885) was a central figure in the French Romantic movement. In 1848, the year of revolutions in Europe, he was elected to the Assembly as a Republican but after Napoleon IIIs coup d etat he was sent into exile, living in Guernsey in the Channel Islands until 1870. His work includes Notre Dame de Paris (1831), Les Miserables (1862), Les Travailleurs de la Mer (The Toilers of the Sea) (1866). Among his plays La Rois amuse (1832) was banned. In its guise as Verdis opera Rigoletto it is universally popular. From La Lune (Paris, 19 May 1867)
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This print captures the essence of Victor Hugo, the renowned French poet, dramatist, and novelist. Taken in 1867 by artist Andre Gill, this portrait showcases Hugo's striking features - his commanding presence, distinguished beard, and piercing gaze. Born in Besancon in 1802, Victor Hugo played a pivotal role in the French Romantic movement. His literary contributions were vast and influential; works such as "Notre Dame de Paris" (1831), "Les Miserables" (1862), and "Les Travailleurs de la Mer" (The Toilers of the Sea) (1866) have left an indelible mark on literature. However, Hugo's life was not without its challenges. In 1848, amidst Europe's year of revolutions, he was elected to the Assembly as a Republican. But after Napoleon III staged a coup d'état, Hugo found himself exiled to Guernsey in the Channel Islands until 1870. This image reflects both the resilience and creativity that defined Victor Hugo's character. The warm hues of sunset symbolize his enduring spirit despite facing exile from his beloved France. It is through his pen that he continued to depict human struggles with profound empathy and insight. As we observe this remarkable portrait by Andre Gill - a masterful blend of caricature and engraving - we are reminded of Victor Hugo's lasting impact on literature and his unwavering commitment to artistic expression even during times of adversity.
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