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Charles Bois-Hardy
CHARLES BOIS-HARDY French naval officer who resigned when the Revolution came, took part in royalist counter-plots and was shot in an attack on his home. Date: ? - 1795
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1795 Attack Bois Counter Hardy Plots Resigned Revolution Royalist Shot
14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 40.6cm (14" x 16")
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
1. Title: "Charles Bois-Hardy: A French Naval Officer's Defiance Against the Revolution" Charles Bois-Hardy (1750-1795), a gallant French naval officer, is depicted in this evocative print, a poignant reminder of the tumultuous events that marked the end of the Ancien Régime in France. Bois-Hardy's story is one of loyalty, courage, and ultimately, sacrifice. Born into a noble family, Bois-Hardy joined the French Navy in 1766, rising through the ranks with distinction. However, when the French Revolution broke out in 1789, he could not reconcile his loyalty to the monarchy with the new revolutionary ideals. In 1791, he resigned from the navy, disillusioned with the direction the country was taking. Despite his decision to leave the navy, Bois-Hardy could not abandon his commitment to the monarchy. He became involved in various royalist counter-plots, working to undermine the revolutionary government. However, these efforts were discovered, and in 1795, an attack was launched on his home in Paris. The print captures the moment of that fateful attack, with Bois-Hardy standing defiantly on the balcony of his home, brandishing a sword and refusing to surrender. The determination in his eyes is palpable, a testament to his unwavering loyalty and courage. Tragically, Bois-Hardy was shot during the attack, marking the end of his life. The print serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by those who could not reconcile their beliefs with the new order of things. It is a powerful reminder of the human cost of revolution and the complexities of loyalty and allegiance during times of political upheaval.
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