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Canal Street in New Orleans, on election day September 14, 1874, the crowd gathered to hear the speeches of the candidates, climbing on a stage. Engraving after Valnays drawing, to illustrate the story La conquete blanche
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Canal Street in New Orleans, on election day September 14, 1874, the crowd gathered to hear the speeches of the candidates, climbing on a stage. Engraving after Valnays drawing, to illustrate the story La conquete blanche
LSE4330415 Canal Street in New Orleans, on election day September 14, 1874, the crowd gathered to hear the speeches of the candidates, climbing on a stage. Engraving after Valnays drawing, to illustrate the story La conquete blanche, by William Hepworth Dixon, in 1875, published in " Le tour du monde" 1876, edited by Edouard Charton, Hachette edition, Paris. Selva Collection. by Valnay (Desroches), Jacques (1817-1894); Private Collection; (add.info.: Canal Street in New Orleans, on election day September 14, 1874, the crowd gathered to hear the speeches of the candidates, climbing on a stage. Engraving after Valnays drawing, to illustrate the story La conquete blanche, by William Hepworth Dixon, in 1875, published in " Le tour du monde" 1876, edited by Edouard Charton, Hachette edition, Paris. Selva Collection.); © Leonard de Selva. All rights reserved 2022
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This print captures the vibrant scene on Canal Street in New Orleans on election day, September 14,1874. The image showcases a bustling crowd eagerly gathered to listen to the speeches of the candidates as they climb onto a stage. The engraving, based on Valnay's drawing, beautifully illustrates the energy and excitement that filled the air during this significant political event. The picture was originally featured in William Hepworth Dixon's story "La conquete blanche" published in 1875 and later included in "Le tour du monde" edited by Edouard Charton in 1876. This historical piece provides us with a glimpse into an era when elections were highly anticipated public spectacles. The composition expertly captures the diversity of people present at this gathering - men and women from different walks of life coming together for a shared purpose. It serves as a testament to democracy and civic engagement during that time period. Preserved within Leonard de Selva's private collection, this remarkable engraving offers viewers an opportunity to travel back in time and witness firsthand one of New Orleans' defining moments. With its intricate details and rich historical context, it is no wonder why this artwork continues to captivate audiences even today.
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