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The Niederwald Monument (colour litho)
5216140 The Niederwald Monument (colour litho) by Astudin, Nicolai (1848-1925); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Niederwald Monument)

The pigeon post of Paris, 1870-71 (engraving)
672459 The pigeon post of Paris, 1870-71 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The pigeon post of Paris, 1870-71)

Napoleon III, French Emperor 1852-1870, dressed as a rag-picker (Chiffonnier)
538310 Napoleon III, French Emperor 1852-1870, dressed as a rag-picker (Chiffonnier), warned off by Otto von Bismarck, the Prussian Chancellor

Souvenirs artistiques du Siege de Paris: Le Cavalie (Bastion 63), 1870-71. Maxime Lalanne (French, 1827-1886), Cadant. Etching

Souvenir artistiques du Siege de Paris Vue prise du viaduc du Pont-du-Jour
Souvenir artistiques du Siege de Paris: Vue prise du viaduc du Pont-du-Jour, Panorama de la Seine, ... 1870-71. Maxime Lalanne (French, 1827-1886), Cadart et Luce. Etching

Prison des Chantiers, le 15 aot 1871, Versailles, 187071, Albumen silver print, glass negative, Sheet, 36 x 46 cm, 14 3/16 18 1/8, Photographs, Ernest Eugne Appert, French, 18311891

Joan Arc 1879 Oil canvas 100 x 110 254 279. 4 cm
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The Hall of Mirrors at Versailles used as Military Hospital for Tending Wounded Prussians in 1871
XIR207617 The Hall of Mirrors at Versailles used as Military Hospital for Tending Wounded Prussians in 1871 (oil on canvas) by Buchereau, Victor (19th century); 77x100 cm; ChAteau de Versailles

Claude Monet (14 November 1840 - 5 December 1926) French impressionist painter. The term Impressionism is derived from the title of his painting Impression, Sunrise (Impression, soleil levant)

Napoleon III, French Emperor 1852-1870, dressed as a rag-picker (Chiffonnier), warned off by Otto von Bismarck, the Prussian Chancellor

Warriors Monument, 1870-71, Hamburg, Germany. Date between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900

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"Remembering the Turbulent Years: 1870-71" Step back in time to the eventful period of 1870-71, as captured through various artistic mediums. The Niederwald Monument stands tall and proud, depicted in a vibrant lithograph that showcases its grandeur. Meanwhile, an engraving portrays the innovative pigeon post of Paris during those tumultuous times. Amidst it all, we witness Napoleon III, once a powerful French Emperor but now dressed humbly as a rag-picker or chiffonnier. This striking image reminds us of his downfall and the shifting tides of power. The inhabitants of Paris are called upon by their government to demonstrate patriotism and wisdom. In these challenging times, their resilience shines through as they navigate uncertain waters. Souvenirs artistiques du Siege de Paris offer glimpses into this historic siege from different perspectives. A view taken from the viaduct du Pont-du-Jour transports us to that era while an albumen silver print captures Prison des Chantiers on August 15th, 1871. Tragic moments are also etched in memory with an albumen silver print showcasing the execution of hostages at prison de la Roquette on May 24th, 1871. These haunting images serve as reminders of the human cost paid during this turbulent period. Artistic endeavors continue to flourish even amidst chaos; Joan Arc's oil canvas painting from 1879 evokes her timeless spirit and bravery. With dimensions measuring at 100 x 110 cm (254 x279. 4 cm), this masterpiece captivates viewers with its artistry and historical significance. Even Versailles played a role in these troubled years – transformed into a military hospital for tending wounded Prussians in one momentous chapter of history. The Hall of Mirrors witnessed scenes vastly different from its opulent past but served humanity nonetheless.