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Antique Framed Print : Napoleon Meets Josephine
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Napoleon Meets Josephine
Josephine Beauharnais is enjoying a sorbet in Vellonis ice-cream parlour when her friend Teresa Tallien presents a young officer, Napoleon Bonaparte
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Media ID 606682
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1795 Beauharnais Bonaparte Cream Enjoying Friend Josephine Meets Napoleon Parlour Presents Tallien Teresa Sorbet
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 18.5cm x 24.4cm (7.3" 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
In this historical moment, captured by Mary Evans Picture Library, Napoleon Bonaparte, a young and ambitious officer, is introduced to Josephine Beauharnais by her dear friend Teresa Tallien in the elegant ice-cream parlour of Vellonis, circa 1795. Josephine, known for her charm and beauty, is seen enjoying a refreshing sorbet, her expression a perfect blend of delight and amusement. Napoleon, dressed in his military uniform, looks intently at the enchanting Josephine, his gaze full of admiration and intrigue. Teresa Tallien, a close confidante of Josephine and a prominent figure in Parisian society, proudly presents the young officer to her friend. The scene takes place during a pivotal time in history, as the French Revolution was in full swing, and the political landscape of Europe was undergoing significant changes. The meeting between Napoleon and Josephine would ultimately lead to a passionate love affair and a powerful alliance that would shape the course of history. The ice-cream parlour of Vellonis, with its ornate decorations and luxurious atmosphere, serves as the perfect backdrop for this chance encounter. The cool and creamy sorbet, a popular treat during the late 18th century, adds a touch of elegance and sophistication to the scene. This photograph, a captivating snapshot of history, transports us back in time, allowing us to witness a moment that would change the course of European history forever. The meeting of Napoleon and Josephine in the Vellonis ice-cream parlour is a scene that continues to fascinate and inspire, a testament to the enduring power of love and the intrigue of history.
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