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Napoleon surrendering to Captain Maitland in 1808 on board the Bellerophon (engraving)
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Napoleon surrendering to Captain Maitland in 1808 on board the Bellerophon (engraving)
XJF323088 Napoleon surrendering to Captain Maitland in 1808 on board the Bellerophon (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Napoleon Bonaparte (1769-1821), after the battle of Waterloo, hoped to escape to America from the French Atlantic coast; Maitland (1777-1839) suspected that Napoleon would try his escape from Rochefort and kept HMS Bellerophon off the coast there; Napoleon surrendered on 15th July 1815 and was taken to Torbay; ); English, out of copyright
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This engraving captures the historic moment of Napoleon Bonaparte's surrender to Captain Maitland on board the Bellerophon in 1808. The image depicts a significant turning point in history, as it showcases the defeated emperor after his failed attempt to escape to America following the battle of Waterloo. Napoleon, known for his military prowess and ambition, had hoped to evade capture by fleeing from the French Atlantic coast. However, Captain Maitland was astute enough to suspect this plan and positioned HMS Bellerophon off the coast of Rochefort. It was on July 15th, 1815 that Napoleon finally surrendered himself into British custody. The scene depicted in this engraving is filled with tension and drama. We see Napoleon standing tall yet resigned, surrounded by British naval officers who have successfully apprehended one of history's most formidable figures. The composition highlights both Napoleon's stature as an emperor and his vulnerability in defeat. This print serves as a reminder of how power can be fleeting and how even great leaders can face moments of reckoning. It encapsulates a pivotal event that marked not only the end of Napoleon's reign but also reshaped European politics for years to come. Displayed within private collections today, this remarkable piece offers viewers an opportunity to reflect upon one man's rise and fall while contemplating broader themes such as ambition, resilience, and ultimately human frailty.
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