Hudson Lowe, British General, Governor of Saint Helena in 1816-1821 (engraving)

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Hudson Lowe, British General, Governor of Saint Helena in 1816-1821 (engraving)

1720656 Hudson Lowe, British General, Governor of Saint Helena in 1816-1821 (engraving); (add.info.: Hudson Lowe (1769-1844) british general, Governor of Saint Helena in 1816-1821 here with former emperor Napoleon 1st, engraving after Rallet)

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EDITORS COMMENTS
This engraving captures the historic meeting between British General Hudson Lowe and former Emperor Napoleon I on the remote island of Saint Helena in 1816. As Governor of the island from 1816 to 1821, Lowe was tasked with overseeing Napoleon's exile following his defeat at the Battle of Waterloo. In this detailed print, we see Lowe standing tall and resolute next to the iconic figure of Napoleon Bonaparte. The contrast between their demeanors is striking - Lowe exudes authority and control, while Napoleon appears contemplative and perhaps resigned to his fate. The intricate engravings bring to life a pivotal moment in European history, as these two powerful men come face-to-face amidst political turmoil and shifting alliances. The tension between conqueror and conquered is palpable in their expressions, hinting at a complex relationship that would define their time together on Saint Helena. As we gaze upon this image, we are transported back to a time when empires rose and fell, when power shifted like sand in the wind. It serves as a reminder of the fleeting nature of greatness and the enduring legacy of those who shaped our world.

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