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Voltaires house in Ferney, north side, engraved by Francois, Maria, Isidore Queverdo
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Voltaires house in Ferney, north side, engraved by Francois, Maria, Isidore Queverdo
XIR346109 Voltaires house in Ferney, north side, engraved by Francois, Maria, Isidore Queverdo (1748-97) (engraving) (b/w photo) by Signy, Louis (fl.1768-92) (after); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris, France; (add.info.: le chateau de Francois Marie Arouet Voltaire (1694-1778) a Ferney, cote nord; near the Swiss border; lived here 1758-78; French philosopher; writer; author; playwright; renamed Ferney-Voltaire; built the local church in 1762; ); French, out of copyright
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This print showcases Voltaire's house in Ferney, as seen from the north side. Engraved by Francois, Maria, Isidore Queverdo in 1748-97, this stunning piece of art captures the essence of the renowned French philosopher's residence. Located near the Swiss border, Voltaire resided in this magnificent chateau from 1758 to 1778. The image highlights not only the grandeur of his home but also its surrounding landscape. The castle stands tall with its towers reaching for the sky while fields stretch out into the distance. The artist Louis Signy beautifully depicts a rural scene around Voltaire's estate. Peasants can be seen going about their daily activities - a male and female discussing something animatedly, an artist engrossed in sketching, and even animals like cows, dogs, and goats adding life to the composition. One cannot miss noticing a gate adorned with a coat of arms that leads into this enchanting property. It is said that Voltaire himself played an active role in building Ferney-Voltaire's local church back in 1762. This mesmerizing print offers us a glimpse into both history and enlightenment. It transports us back to an era where great minds gathered under one roof to discuss ideas that shaped our world today. A true masterpiece capturing not just architecture but also moments frozen in time.
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