Metal Print : Vendome Column Down
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Vendome Column Down
The Colonne de la Place Vendome, Paris, surmounted with a statue of Napoleon, is pulled down by the Communards
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Media ID 605389
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1871 Colonne Communards Commune Napoleon Pulled Surmounted Vendome
16"x24" (61x41cm) Metal Print
Experience the historic drama of Paris come to life with our Media Storehouse Metal Prints featuring 'Vendome Column Down' by Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image depicts the iconic Colonne de la Place Vendome being pulled down by the Communards, a pivotal moment in French history. Our high-quality Metal Prints bring out the rich details and vibrant colors of this powerful photograph, making it a stunning addition to any wall. Preserve history in your home or office with this unique and eye-catching piece.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Product Size is 61.5cm x 41.2cm (24.2" x 16.2")
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 evocative image captures the tumultuous events of the Paris Commune of 1871, as the Vendome Column in Place Vendome, Paris, is brought down. The Column, surmounted by a statue of Napoleon Bonaparte, had long been a symbol of imperial power and monarchical rule in France. But during the brief reign of the Paris Commune, a revolutionary government established in the wake of the Franco-Prussian War, the statue was seen as a relic of the old regime. In this photograph from Mary Evans Picture Library, the Column is in the process of being dismantled, with workers using ropes and pulleys to pull it from its base. The statue of Napoleon, once proudly perched atop the Column, lies cradled in the arms of a worker, awaiting its turn to be removed. The scene is chaotic, with onlookers gathered around the Column, some cheering and others expressing disapproval. The sky above is overcast, reflecting the uncertainty and turmoil of the times. The Paris Commune, which lasted from March to May 1871, was a pivotal moment in French history. It marked the end of the Second French Empire and the beginning of the Third Republic. The events of the Commune, including the storming of the Tuileries Palace, the Reign of Terror, and the eventual suppression of the Commune by French military forces, would shape the course of French politics for decades to come. This powerful photograph offers a glimpse into a pivotal moment in French history, as the old order was dismantled and a new one began to take shape. It serves as a reminder of the transformative power of revolution and the enduring impact of historical events on the collective memory of a nation.
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