Photographic Print : WW2 - Paris Liberation - Damage at the Hotel Crillon
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WW2 - Paris Liberation - Damage at the Hotel Crillon
WW2 - Paris Liberation - Damage at the Hotel Crillon. Date: 1945
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Media ID 11575501
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
1945 Carillon Columns Crashed Damage Damaged Destroyed Destruction Fallen Liberated Liberation Liberty Pillar
15"x10" (37.5x25cm) Poster
Experience history like never before with Media Storehouse's exclusive range of Photographic Prints featuring "WW2 - Paris Liberation - Damage at the Hotel Crillon" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This iconic image, captured in 1945, depicts the aftermath of the liberation of Paris during World War II. The Hotel Crillon, a symbol of Parisian elegance and luxury, stands damaged but defiant amidst the ruins of war. Each print is produced using the highest quality materials, ensuring vibrant colors and sharp details that bring the past to life. Add this historic piece to your home or office décor and relive the stories of a bygone era.
High-quality poster prints are available in a range of sizes and are printed on 270 gsm semi-glossy silk finish poster paper. An affordable option for decorating any space, they are perfect for fixing straight onto walls. To ensure your poster arrives in good condition, we roll and send them in strong mailing tubes.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 37.5cm (9.6" x 14.8")
Estimated Product Size is 25cm x 37.5cm (9.8" x 14.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the aftermath of the liberation of Paris during World War II, specifically the damage inflicted on the historic Hotel Crillon located on the Place de la Concorde. The image, dated 1945, shows the fallen pillar and damaged columns of the once grand hotel, which served as a symbol of the destruction and chaos wrought by the war. The Hotel Crillon, a luxurious establishment that had welcomed numerous famous guests throughout its history, including Napoleon Bonaparte and Josephine, now stood as a testament to the devastation that had befallen the City of Light. The photograph also reveals the sense of relief and jubilation that accompanied the end of the war, as evidenced by the French flags that have been hoisted on the remaining standing columns. The crashed card, likely a remnant of the celebrations that ensued upon the liberation of Paris, adds to the chaotic yet triumphant scene. The shattered pillar and the damaged columns, however, serve as a stark reminder of the destruction and loss that the war had brought upon the city and its people. The Hotel Crillon, which had been used as the headquarters of the German military during the occupation, was one of many buildings in Paris that bore the scars of the war. The photograph offers a glimpse into the history of a city that had endured years of turmoil and hardship, yet had managed to emerge from the darkness with a renewed sense of hope and freedom. The Hotel Crillon, like Paris itself, had been reborn, and the damaged pillar and columns would eventually be restored, leaving only a memory of the war's destructive power.
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