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Victor Hugo, French novelist, in exile in Guernsey, 1866
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Victor Hugo, French novelist, in exile in Guernsey, 1866
Victor Hugo, French novelist, in exile in Guernsey, 1866. Victor Hugo with, amongst others, Juliette Drouet, and his grandchildren Georges and Jeanne Hugo. Hugo was a central figure in the French Romantic movement. In 1848, the year of revolutions in Europe, he was elected to the Assembly as a Republican but after Napoleon IIIs coup d etat he was sent into exile, living in Guernsey in the Channel Islands until 1870. An actress, Juliette Drouet was his mistress. A photograph from Album de Photographies dans L Intimite de Personnages Illustres, 1855-1915, 8th album, Editions MD, Paris
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This print captures Victor Hugo, the renowned French novelist, during his exile in Guernsey in 1866. Sitting amongst a group of individuals, including his mistress Juliette Drouet and his grandchildren Georges and Jeanne Hugo, this image offers a glimpse into the personal life of the central figure of the French Romantic movement. Hugo's political involvement is highlighted as well. After being elected to the Assembly as a Republican in 1848, he was forced into exile following Napoleon III's coup d'état. Living on Guernsey in the Channel Islands until 1870, Hugo continued to write prolifically despite his circumstances. The presence of Juliette Drouet adds an intriguing layer to this family portrait. An actress by profession, she became Hugo's mistress and remained devoted to him throughout their lives. The photograph beautifully captures their connection amidst a backdrop of love and creativity. With its monochrome aesthetic and nineteenth-century charm, this print transports us back in time. It serves as a testament not only to Victor Hugo's literary genius but also to his resilience during times of political turmoil. As we gaze upon this snapshot from history, we are reminded that even great minds like Victor Hugo faced adversity but found solace within their artistry and relationships with loved ones.
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