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Ovation for Major Esterhazy after his acquittal (litho)
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Ovation for Major Esterhazy after his acquittal (litho)
2818827 Ovation for Major Esterhazy after his acquittal (litho) by Meaulle, Fortune Louis (1844-1901); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ovation for Major Esterhazy after his acquittal. The actual perpetrator of the crimes which Alfred Dreyfus was convicted, Esterhazy was exonerated of charges brought by Dreyfus lawyers by a military court as part of a cover-up by the French establishment. Ovation au Commandant Esterhazy apres l acquittement. Illustration for Le Petit Journal, 23 January 1898.); © Look and Learn
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Acquittal Alfred Dreyfus Anti Semitism Antisemitism Cheering Cover Up Dreyfus Affair Ferdinand Walsin Esterhazy Injustice Louis Fortune Meaulle Major Esterhazy Meaulle Fortune Louis Miscarriage Of Justice Ovation Popular Scandal Supporters Whitewash Justice
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The lithograph titled "Ovation for Major Esterhazy after his acquittal" captures a significant moment in history during the infamous Dreyfus Affair. Created by artist Fortune Louis Meaulle, this print showcases the scene of Major Esterhazy being celebrated on the streets after his exoneration. In this artwork, we witness a crowd of supporters cheering and applauding Major Esterhazy as he is hailed as a hero. The image symbolizes the deep-rooted injustice and cover-up that occurred within the French establishment during this scandalous time. Esterhazy, who was actually guilty of the crimes for which Alfred Dreyfus was wrongly convicted, managed to escape punishment due to a military court's decision influenced by anti-Semitism and political motivations. This miscarriage of justice caused outrage among those fighting for truth and equality. The lithograph serves as both an artistic representation and historical documentation of this pivotal event in 19th-century France. It highlights themes such as corruption, whitewashing, and anti-Semitism prevalent at that time. Through Meaulle's skilled engraving technique, we are transported back to witness the fervent support given to someone who should have been held accountable for their actions. This artwork stands as a reminder of how power dynamics can manipulate justice systems while also shedding light on society's struggle against prejudice and inequality.
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