History. France. French First Empire. Napoleon Ist, prisoner on the island of Saint Helena, c.1815. Illustration, France, c.1900

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History. France. French First Empire. Napoleon Ist, prisoner on the island of Saint Helena, c.1815. Illustration, France, c.1900

2636338 History. France. French First Empire. Napoleon Ist, prisoner on the island of Saint Helena, c.1815. Illustration, France, c.1900.; Private Collection; (add.info.: France. 1er Empire. Napoleon 1er a Sainte Helene, vers 1815. Illustration, France, vers 1900. Coll. Part.); Photo © CCI

Media ID 38144630

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Captivity Prison

EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a moment in history that is both poignant and powerful. The image depicts Napoleon Ist, the once mighty ruler of France, now reduced to a prisoner on the remote island of Saint Helena in 1815. The illustration, created in France around 1900, showcases the isolation and captivity that Napoleon experienced during his final years. Surrounded by the vast expanse of the sea, he appears contemplative and resigned to his fate. Napoleon's time on Saint Helena marked a dramatic downfall for one of history's most influential figures. Once known for his military prowess and political acumen, he now found himself confined to this desolate island far from the heights of power he once held. The artist has captured not only Napoleon's physical surroundings but also his emotional state as he grapples with his new reality. The somber tones and detailed depiction convey a sense of melancholy and introspection. This print serves as a reminder of the complexities of history and how even the mightiest can fall from grace. It is a testament to both Napoleon's legacy and the enduring impact he had on France and beyond.

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