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Caricature of the erection of the Obelisk at the Place de la Concorde, c
CHT176662 Caricature of the erection of the Obelisk at the Place de la Concorde, c.1831 (colour litho) by Nantueil, Charles (fl.1831); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris, France; (add.info.: servant of Jean-Francois Champollion (1790-1832); explaining the meaning of the hieroglyphics to comic effect; one of a pair of obelisks from Luxor; given to Charles X (1757-1826) by an Egyptian viceroy; ); eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright
Media ID 22915896
© Archives Charmet / Bridgeman Images
Admiring Appreciation Concierge Egyptologist Working Class Appreciating Maid
18x24 inch Poster Print
Bring a piece of historical caricature into your home or office with our Media Storehouse range of poster prints. This captivating print showcases a humorous take on the iconic event of the erection of the Obelisk at the Place de la Concorde, as depicted in an 1831 color lithograph by Charles Nantueil. Add a touch of wit and charm to your space with this intriguing and visually engaging art piece from Fine Art Finder, brought to you by Media Storehouse.
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Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 46.3cm x 61.6cm (18.2" x 24.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This colorful lithograph captures the humorous scene of the erection of the Obelisk at the Place de la Concorde in Paris, circa 1831. Created by Charles Nantueil, this caricature showcases a servant of Jean-Francois Champollion, an Egyptologist, explaining the meaning of hieroglyphics to comic effect. The image depicts a maid and a working-class concierge standing in awe as they admire the monument. The bonnet-wearing maid seems particularly appreciative as she listens intently to the servant's explanation. With exaggerated features and playful expressions, Nantueil adds a touch of whimsy to this historical event. The obelisk itself is one of a pair from Luxor that was given to Charles X by an Egyptian viceroy. Its presence in Paris symbolizes cultural exchange between France and Egypt during that time period. Through this print, Nantueil not only captures a momentous occasion but also highlights social dynamics and class distinctions. The juxtaposition between high culture (represented by the obelisk) and everyday life (represented by the maid and concierge) adds depth to this satirical portrayal. Displayed at Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet in France, this artwork offers viewers both amusement and insight into French society during the early 19th century.
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