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Corsican Spider Web! July 12 1808 Hand-colored etching
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Corsican Spider Web! July 12 1808 Hand-colored etching
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1757 1827 1760 1809 1808 253 Cm 9 15 16 After George Moutard Woodward Body Consumption Emperor Hand Colored Etching Inscribed Invasion July 12 Profile Rowlandson Spain Thomas Rowlandson Woodward Metaphor
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This print titled "Corsican Spider Web! July 12,1808" is a hand-colored etching that showcases the artistic brilliance of Thomas Rowlandson, a renowned British artist from London. Created in collaboration with George Moutard Woodward, this artwork beautifully captures a metaphorical representation of the historical events surrounding Napoleon Bonaparte's powerful French armies and their completed invasion of Spain. In this intriguing piece, we see an intricately woven spider web symbolizing the unbounded ambition of Napoleon. The Corsican spider at its center represents the emperor himself, depicted with his profile and plumed bicorne hat appended to its fat body. This clever portrayal alludes to Napoleon's insatiable hunger for conquest and dominance. Measuring approximately 14 by 9 15/16 inches (356 by 253 cm), this print transports us back to July 12th, 1808 – a significant date in history when France solidified its control over Spain through military might. The hand coloring adds depth and vibrancy to the etching, enhancing our visual experience. The "Corsican Spider Web!" serves as both an artistic masterpiece and a historical document that sheds light on one of Europe's most influential figures during this era. It reminds us of the far-reaching consequences brought about by Napoleon's relentless pursuit of power while offering insight into his impact on nations beyond France itself.
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