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Poster Print : Lord Cornwallis and Joseph Bonaparte embrace in Amiens, France, 1802 (1882-1884)
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Lord Cornwallis and Joseph Bonaparte embrace in Amiens, France, 1802 (1882-1884)
Lord Cornwallis and Joseph Bonaparte embrace in Amiens, France, 1802 (1882-1884). Charles Cornwallis, 1st Marquess Cornwallis (1738-1805) was a British colonial administrator and soldier, best remembered as one of the leading British generals of the American War of Independence. In 1802 he signed the Treaty of Amiens with Napoleon. A print from La France et les Francais a Travers les Siecles, Volume IV, F Roy editor, A Challamel, Saint-Antoine, 1882-1884
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A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Experience history with our exquisite poster prints featuring Lord Cornwallis and Joseph Bonaparte's unexpected embrace in Amiens, France, 1802. Witness this iconic moment in time as the British Marquess Cornwallis (1738-1805) and the future King of Naples and Spain, Joseph Bonaparte, put aside their differences in this captivating image from Heritage Images. Bring this piece of history into your home or office and ignite intriguing conversations with our high-quality, museum-grade poster prints. Order yours today and let the story unfold.
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.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 42cm x 52.7cm (16.5" x 20.7")
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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This print captures a historic moment of reconciliation between two influential figures, Lord Cornwallis and Joseph Bonaparte. The photograph depicts the heartfelt embrace that took place in Amiens, France in 1802, marking a significant turning point in diplomatic relations. Lord Cornwallis, renowned for his role as one of the British generals during the American War of Independence, signed the Treaty of Amiens with Napoleon Bonaparte. This agreement symbolized a temporary cessation of hostilities between Britain and France during the French Revolutionary Wars. The image showcases not only the celebration of peace but also highlights the concept of diplomacy and international cooperation. Both men are depicted as equals, transcending their nationalities to embrace each other warmly. It is an embodiment of hope for a harmonious future amidst past conflicts. The monochrome aesthetic adds depth to this nineteenth-century engraving from La France et les Francais a Travers les Siecles. The print serves as a reminder that even amidst turbulent times, individuals can come together to forge alliances and foster understanding. This print holds historical significance by capturing an intimate moment between two key players on opposite sides. It invites viewers to reflect upon how moments like these shape our world today and reminds us that peace is attainable through dialogue and compromise.
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