Vase presented by Louis XVIII. to the late Marquis of Londonderry, 1850. Creator: Unknown

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Vase presented by Louis XVIII. to the late Marquis of Londonderry, 1850. Creator: Unknown

Vase presented by Louis XVIII. to the late Marquis of Londonderry, 1850. Exhibit in the Sculpture Gallery at Holdernesse House, residence of the Marquis of Londonderry, in Park Lane, London. The magnificent works of art this gallery contains are world-famous, the statuary including several chefs-d'oeuvre by Canova and other eminent sculptors'. One of the exhibits was...a superb vase, of colossal dimensions, which stands in this gallery on a pedestal, bearing the following inscription: "The gift of his most Christian Majesty Louis XVIII. King of France and Navarre, on the signature of the Peace of Paris, 30th of May, 1814.". From "Illustrated London News", 1850

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This striking photograph captures the grandeur of the Sculpture Gallery at Holdernesse House, the London residence of the Marquis of Londonderry, located in Park Lane. The gallery is renowned for its impressive collection of art, featuring masterpieces by celebrated sculptors such as Canova. One of the gallery's most notable exhibits is a magnificent vase, presented by His Most Christian Majesty Louis XVIII, King of France and Navarre, following the signing of the Peace of Paris on May 30, 1814. The vase, of colossal dimensions, stands proudly on a pedestal, displaying an engraved inscription that bears witness to its royal provenance. The Peace of Paris marked the end of the Napoleonic Wars, and this vase serves as a testament to the historical significance of the event. The intricately designed vase, with its classical motifs, adds to the decorative splendor of the gallery, reflecting the desire for grandeur and opulence that characterized the Victorian era. This photograph, published in the Illustrated London News in 1850, offers a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of 19th-century Britain and the world-renowned art collections that continue to inspire and captivate audiences today.

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