Framed Print : Communards Emprisoned
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Communards Emprisoned
Incarcerated in the Fort d Enet, in the harbour of the Ile d Aix, convicted Communards gaze out and contemplate the chances of escape...are incarcerated
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Media ID 4367218
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1871 Chances Communards Commune Contemplate Convicted Fort Gaze Incarcerated
22"x18" Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating "Communards Emprisoned" Framed Print from Media Storehouse, featuring an iconic image by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This powerful photograph transports you back in time to the Fort de l'Épée, where convicted Communards are held in the Ile d'Aix harbor. The haunting gaze of these incarcerated individuals as they contemplate their fate and the possibilities of escape adds an intriguing layer to this historical piece. Experience the rich history of this significant moment in time through the beauty and detail of this exquisitely framed print. Add this captivating piece to your collection and bring a touch of history into your home or office.
20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 45.7cm (20" x 18")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 45.7cm (22" x 18")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Communards Emprisoned: A Moment of Contemplation and Hope in the Fort de l'Épée, Ile d'Aix (June, 1871) This evocative photograph captures a poignant moment in the history of the Paris Commune of 1871. The image, titled "Communards Emprisoned," depicts a group of convicted Communards as they gaze out from the Fort de l'Épée, located in the harbor of Ile d'Aix. The men, dressed in tattered clothing and with weary expressions, appear deep in thought, their gazes fixed on the horizon as they contemplate their chances of escape. The Paris Commune was a revolutionary government that ruled Paris from March to May 1871, following the defeat of the French army in the Franco-Prussian War. The communards sought to establish a socialist and democratic society, but their rule was met with fierce opposition from the French military and monarchist forces. The siege of Paris and the subsequent suppression of the commune resulted in the execution and imprisonment of thousands of communards. The Fort de l'Épée, a military fortification located on Ile d'Aix, served as a prison for many of the convicted communards. The men in this photograph were likely among them, held in the cramped and unsanitary conditions of the fort's cells. Despite the odds against them, the communards continued to hold onto hope, looking out to sea for any sign of rescue or escape. This powerful photograph offers a glimpse into a pivotal moment in French history, a moment of contemplation and hope amidst the chaos and despair of the aftermath of the Paris Commune. It serves as a reminder of the human spirit's resilience and determination, even in the face of seemingly insurmountable odds.
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