Poster Print : Fighting, Swiss Barracks
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Fighting, Swiss Barracks
Students of the Polytechnique attack the barracks of the Swiss guards. Date: 29 July 1830
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Media ID 14112332
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1830 Attack Barracks Guards Revolution Students Swiss Polytechnique
18x24 inch Poster Print
"Experience history come to life with our stunning selection of Media Storehouse Poster Prints, featuring the iconic image "Fighting, Swiss Barracks" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. Witness the intense moment of the 1830 Polytechnique student uprising as they attack the Swiss guards in this captivating print. Add a touch of history and character to your space, and transport yourself back in time with this beautiful and thought-provoking piece."
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
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 powerful and evocative image captures the intensity and chaos of the July Revolution in France, specifically the attack on the Swiss Barracks by students from the École Polytechnique on July 29, 1830. The scene unfolds before us as young men, determined and resolute, charge towards the fortified walls of the barracks, waving tricolor flags and brandishing weapons. The Swiss guards, dressed in their distinctive uniforms, stand firm, defending their position with muskets at the ready. The clash of ideologies and the clash of steel are palpable in this moment, as the students, fueled by their desire for political change, confront the Swiss guards, loyal to the monarchy. The July Revolution, also known as the Revolution of 1830, was a pivotal moment in French history. It marked the end of the Bourbon Restoration and the beginning of the July Monarchy. The attack on the Swiss Barracks was a turning point in the revolution, as it demonstrated the growing discontent among the population and the determination of the students to bring about change. The event also highlighted the role of the École Polytechnique in shaping the political landscape of France. This photograph, taken from Mary Evans Prints Online, is a poignant reminder of the historical significance of this moment in time. It invites us to reflect on the complexities of revolution and the sacrifices made in the pursuit of political change. The image also serves as a testament to the enduring power of historical records, allowing us to bear witness to the past and to learn from it.
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