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Communard forces reinforcing their position at Montmartre
Communard forces reinforcing their position at Montmartre, digging trenches and placing cannon. Leftwing National Guard soldiers supported the Commune and helped to hold Montmartre, against the Versailles Army, during this civil war. Date: 1871
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Media ID 20953477
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1871 Cannon Commune Digging Forces Guard Helped Hold Montmartre Placing Position Reinforcing Supported Trenches Versailles
21.5"x17.5" (55x44cm) Premium Frame
Step back in time with our stunning Framed Print from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring the iconic image of Communard forces reinforcing their position at Montmartre. Witness the intensity and determination of the Leftwing National Guard soldiers as they dig trenches and place cannon, supporting the Paris Commune and holding off their enemies. This captivating print, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, is a must-have for history enthusiasts and art collectors alike. Bring a piece of the past into your home or office with this beautifully framed and preserved image, sure to inspire and intrigue all who see it.
Framed and mounted 17x12 print. Professionally handmade full timber moulded frames are finished off with framers tape and come with a hanging solution on the back. Outer dimensions are 21.5x17.5 inches (546x444mm). Quality timber frame frame moulding (20mm wide and 30mm deep) with frame colours in your choice of black, white, or raw oak and a choice of black or white card mounts. Frames have a perspex front providing a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish which is easily cleaned with a damp cloth.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 41.8cm x 41.8cm (16.5" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 54.6cm x 44.4cm (21.5" x 17.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures a pivotal moment during the Paris Commune of 1871, as Communard forces reinforce their position at Montmartre. Amidst the chaos and turmoil of the French Civil War, these determined soldiers dig trenches and place cannon, preparing for the imminent attack by the Versailles Army. The Leftwing National Guard, seen here in the foreground, played a crucial role in supporting the Commune and helping to hold Montmartre. The gritty realism of the image, with its mud-splattered soldiers and smoky atmosphere, underscores the intense and brutal nature of the conflict. The year was 1871, a time when the future of France hung in the balance, and the outcome of this battle would determine the fate of the Paris Commune. This powerful photograph offers a glimpse into a pivotal moment in history, as ordinary men and women fought for their beliefs and their city.
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