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Le peuple de Paris prenant Venus pour "l etoile de Bonaparte"
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Le peuple de Paris prenant Venus pour "l etoile de Bonaparte"
LSE4105579 Le peuple de Paris prenant Venus pour " l etoile de Bonaparte" - in " Les terres du ciel" by Camille Flammarion, ed. Marpon & Flammarion, Paris, 1884 by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Le peuple de Paris prenant Venus pour " l etoile de Bonaparte" - in " Les terres du ciel" by Camille Flammarion, ed. Marpon & Flammarion, Paris, 1884); Photo eLeonard de Selva; French, out of copyright
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© Leonard de Selva / Bridgeman Images
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This print captures a significant moment in the history of Paris. Titled "Le peuple de Paris prenant Venus pour 'l etoile de Bonaparte'" it depicts the people of Paris mistaking Venus for the star of Napoleon Bonaparte. The image is taken from Camille Flammarion's book, "Les terres du ciel" published in 1884. In this scene, a large crowd has gathered on the streets of Paris, gazing up at the night sky with awe and wonder. Unaware that they are actually observing Venus, they mistakenly believe it to be the symbolic star associated with their beloved leader, Napoleon Bonaparte. The engraving beautifully captures both the historical significance and poetic nature of this event. It offers a glimpse into the collective imagination and admiration that surrounded Napoleon during his reign in France. Photographer Leonard de Selva skillfully brings this moment to life through his lens, highlighting not only the celestial spectacle but also emphasizing how deeply ingrained Napoleon's legacy was within French society. This print serves as a testament to both human curiosity about astronomy and our tendency to find meaning and symbolism in celestial bodies. It reminds us of our eternal fascination with stars and their ability to inspire awe, even when mistaken for something else entirely.
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