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A Return From An Invasion
A Return From An Invasion, Or, Napoleon At A Nonplus, Engraving 1803, Napoleon I Coming Ashore At Calais, France, Defeated At Every Turn, Without Men And Ships, To Face The Ridicule Of Fisherwomen, The Governor, A French Soldier, And An English Sailor Who Says, Take One Kick At Parting & Thank Your Own Insignificance The English Suffer d You To Return To France Alive
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Media ID 9731903
© Universal History Archive
1803 Alive Artwork Ashore Calais Coming Defeated Face Governor Invasion Kick Napoleon Nostalgia Nostalgic Parting Return Romantic Sailor Ships Soldier Traditional Fisherwomen Ridicule Take
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Add historical depth to your walls with Media Storehouse's Poster Prints featuring "A Return From An Invasion" by Universal Images Group (UIG). This iconic 1803 engraving captures the moment of Napoleon's defeat as he returns from his failed invasion of England, met with ridicule from fisherwomen and devoid of men and ships. Bring this fascinating piece of history into your home or office and start a conversation. Our high-quality prints are sure to impress with their vibrant colors and detailed imagery. Order yours today and relive the past in your personal space.
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 49.9cm x 42cm (19.6" x 16.5")
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 vintage print titled "A Return From An Invasion" takes us back to a significant moment in history. The engraving, created in 1803, depicts Napoleon I's defeated return to France after an unsuccessful invasion of Calais. As he comes ashore, the French emperor is met with ridicule from various figures symbolizing different aspects of his defeat. The scene showcases the clash between two nations and their contrasting reactions. Fisherwomen, the governor, a French soldier, and an English sailor all gather to witness Napoleon's humiliation. Amidst this historical backdrop, an English sailor boldly remarks that one kick at parting is enough for him to acknowledge Napoleon's insignificance. The artwork exudes nostalgia and evokes a sense of romanticism through its traditional illustrative technique. Its aged appearance adds depth and authenticity to the piece while transporting viewers back in time. This retro-styled engraving captures not only a pivotal moment but also reflects the cultural significance of historic art. As we gaze upon this antique masterpiece, we are reminded of the power of art to preserve history and tell stories that transcend generations. It serves as a reminder that even great leaders can face defeat and be subject to ridicule—a timeless lesson captured within this remarkable engraved image from Universal Images Group (UIG).
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