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Birds of a Feather, 1859
Birds of a Feather, 1859. In 1859, there was an ongoing struggle between France and Austria over Italian independence as the Italian states tried to rid themselves of despotic rulers. In April Austria crossed into the Italian region of Sardinia. France despatched is own troops to aid the Sardinians. Britain, preserving neutrality, offered to mediate between Austria and France, but the offer was refused. Instead, France and Russia entered into a treaty both to defend Italy and to take the offensive against Austria. Eagles in art are the symbol for power and victory and, in this cartoon, we see the two eagles in the foreground representing Russia (left) and France (right) reaching their agreement. In the background, the sacrificial lamb of Italy is being savaged by the two-headed Austrian eagle. The shadow of war is plainly depicted by the bare bones on the ground. This cooperation between France and Russia was viewed with considerable suspicion back in Britain, but Britain remained neutral. From Punch, or the London Charivari, May 7, 1859
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20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the timeless beauty and historical significance of our Fine Art Prints, as exemplified by this captivating piece, "Birds of a Feather" (1859) by Napoleon Bonaparte III from Heritage Images. This exquisite artwork was created during a pivotal moment in history, reflecting the ongoing struggle for Italian independence from Austrian rule. Bring this rich piece of art into your home or office and let it inspire and captivate you with its intricate details and vibrant colors. Our Fine Art Prints are carefully reproduced using the highest quality materials, ensuring a stunning and long-lasting addition to your collection.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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The print titled "Birds of a Feather, 1859" captures the political tensions and power dynamics during a significant period in European history. In the backdrop of the struggle for Italian independence, this artwork symbolizes the alliances and conflicts between nations. In 1859, as France and Austria vied for control over Italy, Britain attempted to mediate but was rebuffed. Instead, France joined forces with Russia to defend Italy against Austria's aggression. The two eagles depicted in the foreground represent these powerful nations - Russia on the left and France on the right - coming together to solidify their agreement. Meanwhile, in the background of this striking image, we witness a gruesome scene: an Austrian eagle with two heads savaging a sacrificial lamb representing Italy. This visual metaphor portrays how Italy suffered under despotic rulers while major powers maneuvered for dominance. The presence of bare bones scattered on the ground serves as a stark reminder of impending war and destruction. Although viewed with suspicion by Britain at that time, it chose to maintain neutrality amidst these international tensions. This print from Napoleon Bonaparte III's era provides us with an insightful glimpse into historical events that shaped Europe during this tumultuous period. It reminds us of both cooperation and conflict among nations striving for power and victory.
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