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La Compassion (engraving)
5864428 La Compassion (engraving) by French School, (18th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; (add.info.: From La Vie de Mon Pere (The Life of My Father) a biographical novel in two parts by Restif de La Bretonne (1734-1806) first published in 1779, about the fortunes of a Burgundian peasant); © Archives Charmet
Media ID 25902890
© Archives Charmet / Bridgeman Images
Ancien Regime Aquitaine Barrel Beer Barrel Beer Barrels Bordeaux Brutal Burgundian Burgundy Eighteenth Gironde Gironde 33 Hardship Honest Man Kindness Nostalgia Nouvelle Aquitaine Pre Revolutionary Rescue Rêtif De La Bretonne Wooden Barrel Wooden Barrels Nicolas Edme Restif
A1 (84.1 x 59.4cm) Poster Print
Bring timeless beauty into your home with Media Storehouse's poster prints featuring the moving engraving, La Compassion, by the French School artist from the 18th century. This exquisite work, titled "La Compassion" and also known as "The Life of My Father," is a poignant masterpiece from the Bibliotheque Nationale in Paris. Our high-quality poster prints capture every intricate detail of this engraving, allowing you to appreciate the depth and emotion of this masterpiece. Add a touch of artistry and history to any room in your home with Media Storehouse's La Compassion poster print.
Premium quality poster prints are printed on luxurious glossy or matte 270 gsm paper. Our meticulously crafted poster prints offer an affordable option for decorating any space, making them ideal for living rooms, bedrooms, offices and beyond. To ensure your poster arrives in good condition, we roll and send them in strong mailing tubes.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 45.4cm x 84.6cm (17.9" x 33.3")
Estimated Product Size is 59.6cm x 84.6cm (23.5" x 33.3")
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.
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The captivating engraving titled "La Compassion" depicts a scene from the 18th century French countryside, evoking a sense of nostalgia and reflecting the hardships faced by peasants during the pre-revolutionary era. The artwork is based on Restif de La Bretonne's novel, "La Vie de Mon Pere" which chronicles the life of an honest Burgundian peasant. In this poignant image, we witness an act of kindness amidst brutal conditions. A weary peasant struggles to rescue a fellow villager who has fallen into a large wooden barrel or vat. The artist skillfully captures the raw emotions etched on their faces as they grapple with adversity together. The rustic setting transports us to rural Europe, specifically Bordeaux in Gironde, Aquitaine region. Through this powerful portrayal, we gain insight into the resilience and compassion that characterized village life in 18th-century France. This print serves as a reminder of our shared humanity and offers glimpses into historical realities often overlooked. It invites contemplation on themes such as community bonds, social inequality, and human strength in times of hardship. Archives Charmet presents this remarkable piece from its collection through Bridgeman Images' platform for art enthusiasts seeking to explore European history through visual storytelling. Let this engraving transport you back in time to experience both the challenges and acts of compassion that shaped our collective past.
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