Poster Print : Events / France
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Events / France
Pope Pius VII travels to France to confer with Napoleon, who meets him at Fontainebleau in hunting costume and makes him walk in the mud Date: November 1804
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Media ID 8190553
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1804 Confer Fontainebleau Makes Meets Napoleon Pius Pope Travels Walk
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
"Experience history come to life with our stunning selection of Media Storehouse Poster Prints, featuring the captivating image of "Pope Pius VII Meets Napoleon at Fontainebleau" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This iconic photograph transports you back in time to November 1804, as Pope Pius VII journeys to France to confer with Napoleon. Witness the historic moment as Napoleon greets the Pope in his hunting attire, leading him through the muddy terrain. Our high-quality poster prints bring vibrant colors and intricate details to your home or office, making it an unforgettable addition to any space. Order yours today and relive history in a whole new way."
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 Image Size (if not cropped) is 59.4cm x 37cm (23.4" x 14.6")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This striking image captures a historic moment in the relationship between the Church and the secular world, as depicted in this print from Mary Evans Prints Online. In November 1804, Pope Pius VII, dressed in full papal regalia, embarked on a journey to France to confer with Napoleon Bonaparte. The meeting took place at Fontainebleau, where the French leader received the Pope in an unexpected setting: a hunting lodge. Napoleon, dressed in a hunting costume, is shown here greeting the Pope as he arrives, with a muddy path leading up to the chateau. The contrast between the Pope's ornate robes and Napoleon's practical attire underscores the political and social tensions of the time. The Pope's decision to travel to France was a significant one, as it marked the first time a Pope had visited the country since the French Revolution. Despite the unfamiliar surroundings and the political complexities of the meeting, the image conveys a sense of respect and deference on both sides. The Pope, with his regal bearing and the cross in his hand, maintains his dignity, while Napoleon, with his outstretched hand, welcomes him warmly. The muddy path, a reminder of the realities of the journey and the passing of time, adds a sense of authenticity to the scene. This print offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, providing a visual record of a pivotal moment in the history of the Church and the French Empire. The image is also a testament to the enduring power of art to capture and preserve the essence of historical events.
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