Antique Framed Print : PARIS, 1872. The burned interior of the Theatre Lyrique (now known as Theatre de
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PARIS, 1872. The burned interior of the Theatre Lyrique (now known as Theatre de
PARIS, 1872.
The burned interior of the Thtre Lyrique (now known as Thtre de la Ville) in Paris, France, damaged by fire during the Paris Commune of 1871. Photograph by Alphonse Liebert, 1872
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Media ID 13637686
1872 Alphonse Damage Destruction Fire Franco Prussian War Paris Rubble Ruins Siege Theatre Bloody Week Liebert Paris Commune
14"x12" (36x31cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, the 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 17.8cm x 24.4cm (7" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 31.2cm x 36.3cm (12.3" x 14.3")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph captures the haunting aftermath of a devastating fire that engulfed the Theatre Lyrique in Paris, France, during the tumultuous Paris Commune of 1871. Taken by Alphonse Liebert in 1872, this print showcases the burned interior of what was once a grand cultural institution. The image transports us back to a time when war and political unrest ravaged the city. The sepia tones add an air of melancholy to the scene as we witness the destruction caused by both fire and conflict. The rubble and ruins serve as poignant reminders of a turbulent period in French history. As we gaze upon this photograph, we can almost hear echoes of performances that once filled these now charred walls. It is a testament to resilience amidst chaos, showcasing how even art could not escape from being caught up in the violence. Today, this theater is known as Theatre de la Ville, standing proudly despite its scarred past. This photo serves as a powerful reminder of our ability to rebuild and find beauty amidst destruction. It invites us to reflect on history's impact on our present and appreciate how far we have come since those dark days over 150 years ago.
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