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The Defeated Spanish prostrate before Napoleon before his entry into Madrid, December 1808
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The Defeated Spanish prostrate before Napoleon before his entry into Madrid, December 1808
XJF323083 The Defeated Spanish prostrate before Napoleon before his entry into Madrid, December 1808 (engraving) by Vernet, Antoine Charles Horace (Carle) (1758-1836) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Napoleon Bonaparte (1769-1821) is depicted at the moment of his defeat of the Spanish army, with officers and officials kneeling before him; ); French, out of copyright
Media ID 12850715
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Infantry Surrender Surrendering Triumph
The Defeated Spanish Prostrate Before Napoleon - A Surrendering Nation's Humbling Moment
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This print captures a pivotal moment in history, as the defeated Spanish army bows before the mighty Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte. Taken in December 1808, just before his triumphant entry into Madrid, this engraving by Antoine Charles Horace Vernet portrays a scene of surrender and submission. Napoleon, depicted with an air of authority and power, stands tall amidst a sea of prostrated soldiers, officers, and officials. The weight of their defeat is palpable as they kneel before their conqueror. This image serves as a poignant reminder of the consequences faced by those who dared to challenge Napoleon's might during the Iberian Campaign. The composition exudes both triumph and vulnerability; it encapsulates not only the military victory but also the psychological impact on a nation forced to submit to foreign rule. The defeated infantrymen stand as symbols of Spain's surrender while highlighting Napoleon's dominance over Europe at that time. As we gaze upon this historical artifact from our private collection, we are transported back to that fateful day when empires clashed and destinies were forever altered. It serves as a testament to the indomitable spirit of conquest that defined one man's ambition while reminding us all of the price paid by those who stood against him. This remarkable engraving immortalizes an extraordinary chapter in European history – one where pride was shattered beneath Napoleon's heel and victory belonged solely to him
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