Pillow : Claudine Potocka
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Claudine Potocka
CLAUDINE POTOCKA (nee Dzalynska) Polish patriot who devoted herself to the Polish emigres in Switzerland, and the cause of Polish national- -ism but died young (illness) Date: 1802 - 1836
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1802 1836 Claudine Devoted Died Illness Patriot Polish Emigres Potocka
18"x18" (46x46cm) Pillow
18"x18" (46x46cm) Faux Suede Pillow with a plush soft feel. Your choice of image fills the front, with a stone colored faux suede back. Flat sewn concealed white zip.
Accessorise your space with decorative, soft pillows
Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 45.7cm (18" x 18")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Claudine Potocka, born as Claudine Dzalynska in 1802, was a young Polish patriot who dedicated her life to supporting Polish emigres in Switzerland and advocating for Polish nationalism during the 19th century. Originally from a noble family, Potocka's passion for her homeland's cause was ignited during the November Uprising against Russian rule in Poland in 1830. Following the uprising's failure, Potocka, along with her husband, Count Wacław Potocki, welcomed Polish refugees into their Swiss home, providing them with shelter, education, and resources to continue the fight for Polish independence. Her commitment to the Polish cause extended beyond her personal efforts, as she also worked to establish Polish schools and cultural institutions in Switzerland. Despite her tireless dedication, Claudine Potocka's health began to deteriorate, and she succumbed to illness in 1836 at the young age of 34. Her tragic death did not diminish her legacy, as her work continued to inspire future generations of Polish exiles and nationalists. This poignant photograph captures the image of Claudine Potocka, a young and passionate Polish patriot who devoted her life to the cause of Polish nationalism, despite the personal cost. Her legacy lives on, as her dedication to the Polish emigres in Switzerland served as a beacon of hope and resilience during a time of great adversity for the Polish people.
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