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The Kings Cake, 1815 (colour litho)
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The Kings Cake, 1815 (colour litho)
CHT163810 The Kings Cake, 1815 (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris, France; (add.info.: French Empire being cut after the battle of Waterloo; 4. Emperor Francis I of Austria (1768-1835); 6. King Frederick William III of Prussia (1770-1840); 5. Czar Alexander I of Russia (1777-1825); 1. King Louis XVIII (1755-1824); 3. Duke of Wellington (1769-1852); 2. The Genius of France; ); eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright
Media ID 23160972
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Greed Greedy Hanover Partition Personification Poland Westphalia Partitioning
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The Kings Cake, 1815 - A Symbolic Depiction of Power and Division
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. This print showcases "The Kings Cake, 1815" a color lithograph created by the French School in the 19th century. Housed at the Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet in Paris, France, this artwork offers a unique glimpse into post-Napoleonic Europe. The image portrays an allegorical scene following the Battle of Waterloo and represents the partitioning of territories among powerful leaders. At its center is King Louis XVIII of France (1755-1824), surrounded by Emperor Francis I of Austria (1768-1835), Czar Alexander I of Russia (1777-1825), King Frederick William III of Prussia (1770-1840), and Duke of Wellington (1769-1852). The Genius of France stands beside them as a personification. Through clever symbolism and cartoon-like caricatures, this piece highlights both greed and uniformity among these monarchs. Each leader is depicted with their own distinct attributes while simultaneously being united in their desire for power. "The Kings Cake" serves as a visual commentary on political divisions during that era. It references significant regions such as Westphalia, Hanover, Poland - all subject to partitioning or influence by these ruling powers. As we gaze upon this historical artifact captured beautifully by Bridgeman Images' photography expertise from Fine Art Finder's archives, we are reminded that
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