Photographic Print : Napoleon & Luise
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Napoleon & Luise
Napoleon and Konigin Luise of Prussia meet at Tilsit Date: 6 May 1807
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1807 Konigin Luise Meet Napoleon Napoleonic Prussia Tilsit Wars
10"x8" Photo Print
Experience the historic moment of Napoleon Bonaparte's encounter with Queen Luise of Prussia at the Peace of Tilsit, in this stunning photographic print from Media Storehouse. Sourced from the extensive collection at Mary Evans Prints Online, this rights-managed image captures the essence of a pivotal moment in European history. With exceptional detail and vibrant colors, this print is a must-have for history enthusiasts and art collectors alike. Bring a piece of the past into your home or office and relive the story of Napoleon and Queen Luise with every glance.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 17.7cm (10" x 7")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures the historic moment when Napoleon Bonaparte, the undisputed military and political mastermind of Europe, met with Queen Luise of Prussia, one of the most influential women of her time, at the Peace of Tilsit on 6th May 1807. The meeting took place in the small town of Tilsit, in present-day Eastern Germany, and marked a turning point in European history. The Napoleonic Wars, which had been raging since 1803, had left Europe in a state of chaos and destruction. The war between France and Prussia had ended disastrously for the latter, with the Prussian army suffering heavy losses and the country being forced to cede significant territories to France. The Peace of Tilsit was intended to bring an end to the hostilities and establish a new balance of power in Europe. Napoleon, dressed in his iconic uniform, is depicted here in a confident and commanding pose, while Queen Luise, dressed in the traditional Prussian uniform of the time, looks resolute and determined. The meeting between the two leaders was significant not only for its political implications but also for its symbolic value. It marked the beginning of a personal relationship between the two, which would last until Napoleon's downfall in 1814. The Peace of Tilsit brought about a brief period of peace in Europe, but it was short-lived. The Treaty of Tilsit paved the way for further conflicts, including the War of the Fourth Coalition and the eventual defeat of Napoleon in 1815. Nevertheless, the meeting between Napoleon and Queen Luise remains an enduring symbol of the complex and often tumultuous history of Europe in the early 19th century. This image, with its powerful and evocative depiction of two great historical figures, serves as a reminder of the dramatic events that shaped Europe's past and continue to influence its present.
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