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La barricade de la porte Saint-Denis (porte Saint Denis in Paris), chute of a scaffolding, days from 2 to 4 December 1851 - Illustration by Daniel Vierge (pseudonym Daniel Urrabieta Ortiz y Virgo)
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La barricade de la porte Saint-Denis (porte Saint Denis in Paris), chute of a scaffolding, days from 2 to 4 December 1851 - Illustration by Daniel Vierge (pseudonym Daniel Urrabieta Ortiz y Virgo)
PCT4292320 La barricade de la porte Saint-Denis (porte Saint Denis in Paris), chute of a scaffolding, days from 2 to 4 December 1851 - Illustration by Daniel Vierge (pseudonym Daniel Urrabieta Ortiz y Virgo, 1851-1904 for " Napoleon the Little" by Victor Hugo, pretending the fall of Napoleon 3 and the French Empire.; (add.info.: La barricade de la porte Saint-Denis (porte Saint Denis in Paris), chute of a scaffolding, days from 2 to 4 December 1851 - Illustration by Daniel Vierge (pseudonym Daniel Urrabieta Ortiz y Virgo, 1851-1904 for " Napoleon the Little" by Victor Hugo, pretending the fall of Napoleon 3 and the French Empire.); © Patrice Cartier. All rights reserved 2023
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This powerful illustration by Daniel Vierge captures the dramatic scene of La barricade de la porte Saint-Denis in Paris during the days from 2 to 4 December 1851. The image shows the chilling moment of a scaffolding collapsing, symbolizing the impending fall of Napoleon III and the French Empire.
Vierge's detailed engraving brings to life Victor Hugo's work "Napoleon the Little," portraying a fictionalized account of Napoleon III's downfall. The chaotic atmosphere of destruction and political turmoil is palpable in this black and white depiction, as allegorical elements hint at the empire's imminent collapse.
The artist skillfully conveys a sense of foreboding through his intricate composition, with every line and shadow contributing to the overall narrative. The construction site setting adds an additional layer of symbolism, suggesting that even grand structures can come crashing down under the weight of their own hubris.
As viewers gaze upon this historical artwork, they are transported back to a pivotal moment in French history when power dynamics were shifting and revolution was on the horizon. Vierge's masterful interpretation serves as a poignant reminder of how quickly fortunes can change and empires can crumble.
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