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Metal Print : Strasbourg, France, Franco-Prussian War, 1871
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Strasbourg, France, Franco-Prussian War, 1871
Strasbourg, France, Franco-Prussian War, 1871. Date: 1871
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Media ID 14354781
© Mary Evans Picture Library/Pump Park Photography
1871 Franco Prussian Strasbourg
20"x16" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Step back in time with our stunning Media Storehouse Metal Print featuring the iconic image of Strasbourg, France during the Franco-Prussian War in 1871. This captivating photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the historic city's grand architecture and the military presence of the era. Bring the rich history of this significant moment in European history into your home or office with our high-quality metal print. Each print is meticulously crafted using a unique process that prints the image onto a sheet of aluminum, resulting in a vibrant, long-lasting, and modern piece of art. Order yours today and add a touch of history to your space.
Your image is printed photographically and bonded to a 3.5mm thick, Dibond board (black polyethylene sandwiched between two sheets of white coated aluminium). The panel is then sealed with a gloss protective covering. Supplied complete with a wall mount which holds the print 10mm from the wall.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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Strasbourg, France, 1871: A Snapshot of the Franco-Prussian War's Aftermath This evocative image captures the somber and transitional atmosphere of Strasbourg, France, following the end of the Franco-Prussian War in 1871. The once proud and independent city, now under Prussian rule, stands as a testament to the devastating consequences of the conflict. The photograph, taken in the aftermath of the war, shows the city's iconic Petite France district, with its half-timbered houses and winding canals, bathed in a soft, melancholic light. The German flag flies proudly over the city, symbolizing the new political reality. Soldiers in Prussian uniforms can be seen patrolling the streets, maintaining order in the recently conquered territory. The war, which lasted from July 1870 to May 1871, resulted in a significant shift in the political landscape of Europe. France suffered a humiliating defeat, leading to the establishment of the German Empire under the leadership of Otto von Bismarck. Strasbourg, a historically French city, was one of the many territories that were annexed by the Prussians, sparking tensions that would eventually lead to World War I. Despite the military victory, the aftermath of the Franco-Prussian War brought about a sense of unease and uncertainty. The city's inhabitants, many of whom were French, were forced to adapt to their new German rulers. The image of Strasbourg in this photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the human cost of war and the complexities of political change in Europe during the late 19th century.
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