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Embassy to Austria
Anxious for an heir, Napoleon decides to dump Josephine, who can t oblige : he sends an embassy to Vienna suggesting marriage to Maria Luisa (Marie-Louise)
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Media ID 4388425
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1809 Anxious Austria Decides Dump Embassy Heir Josephine Louise Luisa Maria Marie Napoleon Sends Suggesting Vienna Oblige
14"x18" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x12" 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 30.4cm x 20.3cm (12" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 45.8cm x 35.6cm (18" x 14")
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 historical print captures a pivotal moment in the life of Napoleon Bonaparte, as he grapples with the pressing need for an heir to secure his legacy. In a bold and decisive move, Napoleon decides to part ways with his beloved wife Josephine, who is unable to provide him with the much-needed successor.
In a bid to find a suitable match for marriage and ensure the continuation of his lineage, Napoleon sends an embassy to Vienna proposing union with Maria Luisa (Marie-Louise). The image depicts the tension and anxiety surrounding this significant decision, as well as the political implications it carries for both France and Austria.
The events of 1809 marked a turning point in Napoleon's personal life and reign as Emperor, highlighting the complexities of power dynamics and dynastic ambitions in European history. The juxtaposition of love and duty, desire and strategy are palpable in this poignant snapshot from the past.
Through this visual narrative, viewers are transported back in time to witness firsthand the intricate web of relationships that shaped nations and destinies. The legacy of Napoleon's choice continues to reverberate through generations, making this photograph not just a record of historical events but also a testament to human emotions and aspirations.
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