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Fight in Paris Cafe / 1899
Right-wingers fight left- wingers in a Paris cafe
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1899 Bottle Cafe Fight Throwing Weapon
Mouse Pad
Standard Size Mouse Pad 7.75" x 9..25". High density Neoprene w linen surface. Easy to clean, stain resistant finish. Rounded corners.
Archive quality photographic print in a durable wipe clean mouse mat with non slip backing. Works with all computer mice
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 19.7cm x 23.7cm (7.8" x 9.3")
Estimated Product Size is 20.2cm x 23.7cm (8" x 9.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative and historically significant photograph captures the tense atmosphere of political unrest in Paris during the late 19th century. Taken in 1899, the image shows a violent altercation between right-wing and left-wing supporters in a crowded cafe. The men, dressed in suits and hats, are locked in a fierce struggle, their faces contorted with anger and determination. In one corner of the cafe, a man brandishes a heavy bottle, ready to bring it down on his opponent. Another man, on the left, holds a broken chair leg as a makeshift weapon. The chaotic scene is further amplified by the shattered glass and spilled drink on the floor, evidence of previous fights. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the political divisions and tensions that have long plagued France. The right-wingers, often associated with the bourgeoisie and the monarchy, were opposed to the social and political reforms advocated by the left-wingers, who were largely made up of the working class and socialists. The exact cause of this particular fight is unknown, but it is clear that the political climate in Paris at the time was volatile and explosive. The photograph provides a glimpse into a pivotal moment in French history, a moment that foreshadowed the larger conflicts and upheavals that would come to define the 20th century. Despite the violence and chaos depicted in the photograph, it is also a testament to the resilience and determination of the human spirit. The men in the cafe, despite their differences, were united in their passion for their beliefs, and their struggle reflects the larger struggles for power and ideology that have shaped the course of history.
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