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Last Days of Napoleon at St Helena, c1860s, (1893). Artist: John L Stoddard
Last Days of Napoleon at St Helena, c1860s, (1893). Sculpture of Napoleons decline, made after his death in 1821. Illustration from Portfolio of Photographs of Famous Cities, Scenes and Paintings, (The Werner Company, Chicago, c1893)
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Step back in time with our exquisite selection of Napoleon-themed greeting cards from Media Storehouse. This captivating design, titled 'Last Days of Napoleon at St Helena, c1860s (1893)', showcases a classic illustration of the fallen emperor in his final days of exile on the island of St Helena. Created by renowned artist John L. Stoddard and inspired by the sculpture of Napoleon's decline made after his death in 1821, this evocative image is taken from Vincenzo Vela's Portfolio of Photographs of Famous Cities, Scenes and Paintings. Perfect for history enthusiasts or those with a deep appreciation for art, these high-quality greeting cards add a touch of elegance and sophistication to any occasion.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 17.5cm x 12.5cm (6.9" x 4.9")
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.
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This print captures the somber atmosphere of the "Last Days of Napoleon at St Helena" in the 1860s. Created by artist John L Stoddard, this sculpture depicts Napoleon Bonaparte's decline after his death in 1821. The image is part of a portfolio titled "Photographs of Famous Cities, Scenes and Paintings" published by The Werner Company in Chicago in 1893. In this poignant portrait, we see an aged and disappointed Napoleon, reflecting on his life as he gazes into the distance. His face carries traces of sadness and weariness, hinting at the weight of his past achievements and failures. As a Corsican-born French emperor, Napoleon was once a powerful figure who reshaped Europe's political landscape during the early 19th century. The monochrome composition adds to the sense of nostalgia surrounding this historical moment. It transports us back to a time when royalty still held great influence over nations and individuals alike. Despite his undeniable impact on history, here we witness Napoleon as just another man facing mortality. Through this photograph print, John L Stoddard invites us to contemplate not only the decline of an iconic figure but also our own fleeting existence within larger historical narratives. It serves as a reminder that even those who shape nations are ultimately subject to time's relentless passage.
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