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Antique Framed Print : Album of the Siege of Paris, Elephant (pen & brown ink wash & pencil on paper)
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Album of the Siege of Paris, Elephant (pen & brown ink wash & pencil on paper)
XIR414941 Album of the Siege of Paris, Elephant (pen & brown ink wash & pencil on paper) by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); 16.9x23.1 cm; Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris, France; (add.info.: black and white photograph; IED 3454 20; Siege de Paris 1870-71; Franco-Prussian War; Franco Prussian; plume, lavis d encre brune et crayon; ); French, out of copyright
Media ID 12877538
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21"x16" (54x41cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 15x10 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 21x16 inches (54x41cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 37.1cm x 24.9cm (14.6" x 9.8")
Estimated Product Size is 54cm x 41.4cm (21.3" x 16.3")
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
This print showcases Gustave Dore's "Album of the Siege of Paris, Elephant" a remarkable piece that captures the essence of a significant historical event. The artwork, created with pen and brown ink wash on paper, measures 16.9x23.1 cm and is housed in the Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet. The image depicts an intricate drawing of an elephant amidst the chaos and destruction of the Franco-Prussian War during the Siege of Paris in 1870-71. Dore's attention to detail is evident in every stroke, as he skillfully portrays this majestic creature against a backdrop filled with tension and despair. Through this powerful sketch, Dore provides us with a glimpse into history - an animal caught up in human conflict. The elephant symbolizes strength and resilience while serving as a metaphor for both sides involved in this war. As we study this artwork further, we can appreciate its significance as not just a simple report or study but rather as a profound reflection on humanity's capacity for destruction during times of conflict. This photograph offers viewers an opportunity to connect with history through art; it serves as a reminder that even amidst turmoil, beauty can be found within artistic expression.
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