Episode of the Municipality of Paris. Burning
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Episode of the Municipality of Paris. Burning
Episode of the Municipality of Paris. Burning of the Tuileries, the 23rd May 1871. Engraving. FRANCE. Paris. Mus饠 Carnavalet (Carnavalet Museum)
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23rd Burning Carnavalet Day Light Engravings Episode Municipality Panorama Panoramic Sun Light Tuileries
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This engraving depicts the historic event known as the Burning of the Tuileries, which took place on the 23rd of May in 1871 in Paris, France. The image, captured outside the Musée Carnavalet (Carnavalet Museum), offers a panoramic view of the scene under the warm, sunlit day. The Tuileries Garden, a popular public space in the heart of Paris, is shown engulfed in flames, with plumes of smoke rising into the clear blue sky. The episode marked a significant turning point in the Franco-Prussian War and the Paris Commune, as the French military retaliated against the citizens of Paris who had risen up against their government. The intricate details of the engraving bring history to life, capturing the chaos and intensity of the moment. The use of color and the horizontal composition further enhance the visual impact of the image, making it a striking reminder of a pivotal moment in French history.
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