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Sa Majeste!!! Ou l habit ne fait pas le moine
XIR161365 Sa Majeste!!! Ou l habit ne fait pas le moine!, caricature of Louis-Napoleon Bonaparte (1808-73) 5th September 1870 (coloured engraving) by Faustin (Faustin Betbeder) (b.1847); Musee d Art et d Histoire, Saint-Denis, France; (add.info.: a reference to the fact that Napoleon III may have styled himself after his uncle, but was not as successful; ); French, out of copyright
Media ID 22604740
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Ball And Chain French Emperor Second Empire Star Syringe
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse range of stunning poster prints featuring the iconic caricature of Louis-Napoleon Bonaparte, "Sa Majeste!!! Ou l'habit ne fait pas le moine" by Faustin Betbeder. This vibrant and colorful engraving, originally published in 1870, captures the essence of this historical figure with wit and charm. Bring a touch of French history and artistry to your home or office with this eye-catching and intriguing poster print from Fine Art Finder by Bridgeman Images.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
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.
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Sa Majeste!!! Ou l habit ne fait pas le moine
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. This photo print, titled "Sa Majeste!!! Ou l habit ne fait pas le moine" captures the essence of a caricature depicting Louis-Napoleon Bonaparte. Created by Faustin Betbeder in 1870, this coloured engraving offers a satirical commentary on Napoleon III's attempt to emulate his famous uncle. In the image, we see Louis-Napoleon dressed as Napoleon I, adorned with a uniform and star. However, it becomes apparent that appearances can be deceiving. The artist cleverly includes elements such as a moustache and hat that seem out of place on Louis-Napoleon's face. Additionally, an intriguing syringe symbolizes his failed attempts at achieving greatness like his predecessor. The caricature also alludes to the limitations of Louis-Napoleon's reign during the Second Empire. A ball and chain attached to his leg represents the constraints he faced in ruling France effectively. Despite styling himself after Napoleon I, he could not replicate the same success or leave behind an equally remarkable legacy. Displayed at Musee d Art et d Histoire in Saint-Denis, France, this artwork serves as a reminder that true power cannot be attained through imitation alone. It invites viewers to reflect on how one's character and actions ultimately define their worthiness of respect and admiration. Through its intricate details and thought-provoking symbolism, this coloured engraving by Faustin Betbed
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