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Alfred Dreyfus on Devils Island, illustration from Le Petit Journal, September 1896 (colour litho)
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Alfred Dreyfus on Devils Island, illustration from Le Petit Journal, September 1896 (colour litho)
XEE2919900 Alfred Dreyfus on Devils Island, illustration from Le Petit Journal, September 1896 (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Alfred Dreyfus (9 October 1859 - 12 July 1935) was a French artillery officer of Jewish background whose trial and conviction in 1894 on charges of treason became one of the most tense political dramas in modern French history. Known today as the Dreyfus Affair, the incident eventually ended with Dreyfus complete exoneration.); Stefano Bianchetti
Media ID 25493836
© Stefano Bianchetti / Bridgeman Images
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This print captures the infamous Alfred Dreyfus on Devils Island, as illustrated in Le Petit Journal in September 1896. The color lithograph showcases the dramatic scene of a man who was at the center of one of the most intense political dramas in modern French history. Alfred Dreyfus, a French artillery officer of Jewish background, was wrongly convicted and charged with treason in 1894. This event, known as the Dreyfus Affair, shook France to its core and exposed deep-rooted anti-Semitism within society. Imprisoned on Devils Island, he endured years of injustice and suffering. The image depicts Dreyfus behind bars, guarded by an officer symbolizing both his imprisonment and the prevailing anti-Semitic sentiment that fueled his conviction. His stoic expression reflects resilience amidst adversity. Ultimately, this dark chapter reached its conclusion when evidence emerged proving Dreyfus's innocence. He was completely exonerated from all charges, marking a significant victory against prejudice and discrimination. Stefano Bianchetti's masterful reproduction brings this pivotal moment to life once again. It serves as a reminder not only of one man's struggle for justice but also highlights how intolerance can permeate even the highest echelons of society. This print is not just an artistic representation; it represents a poignant historical event that forever changed France and continues to resonate today.
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