Antique Framed Print : Siege of Paris- Balloon
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Siege of Paris- Balloon
A captive balloon at Montmartre. Date: 1870
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Captive Franco Mont Martre Prussian Siege
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 evocative image captures the surreal scene of a captive hot air balloon tethered to the ground at Montmartre during the Siege of Paris in 1870. The Prussian army had surrounded the city, cutting off supplies and isolating its inhabitants. The balloon, a symbol of freedom and escape, was a stark reminder of the limitations imposed by the ongoing Franco-Prussian War. The Montmartre district, with its bohemian artists and writers, had long been a haven for those seeking to break free from the constraints of society. But now, even the skies above were not immune to the conflict. The balloon, once used for romantic flights over the city, was now a prisoner of war. The people of Paris, desperate for news from the outside world, gathered around the balloon, hoping for a glimpse of the world beyond the siege. The Prussian soldiers, ever watchful, kept a close eye on the crowd, their guns at the ready. The tension between the two sides was palpable, as the city held its breath, waiting for the next move. This photograph, taken during the Siege of Paris in 1870, offers a glimpse into a pivotal moment in history. It is a poignant reminder of the human spirit's resilience in the face of adversity and the enduring power of hope, even in the darkest of times.
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