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Dynamite Explodes in the Chamber of Deputies, front cover of Le Petit Journal
XIR168335 Dynamite Explodes in the Chamber of Deputies, front cover of Le Petit Journal 23rd December 1893 (colour litho) by Lix, Frederic (1830-97); Bibliotheque-Musee Forney, Paris, France; (add.info.: bomb plot by the French anarchist, Auguste Vaillant (1861-94); intended to publicize the plight of his starving family; la dynamite a la Chambre; ); French, out of copyright
Media ID 12737533
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Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 40.6cm (14" x 16")
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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The explosive power of political dissent is vividly captured in this striking print titled "Dynamite Explodes in the Chamber of Deputies". The front cover of Le Petit Journal on December 23rd, 1893, showcases a dramatic moment that forever etched itself into history. Created by Frederic Lix, this color lithograph depicts the shocking bomb plot orchestrated by French anarchist Auguste Vaillant. Vaillant's desperate act was intended to draw attention to his family's dire circumstances and shed light on the plight of the starving. In an audacious display of defiance, he detonated dynamite within the hallowed halls of France's Chamber of Deputies. The explosion reverberates through the image, symbolizing both terror and fear. This artwork encapsulates a pivotal moment during France's Third Republic when political tensions ran high. It serves as a stark reminder that even within supposedly secure institutions like government chambers, violence can erupt unexpectedly. The composition masterfully captures the chaos and confusion that ensued after Vaillant's explosive statement. Politicians scatter amidst billowing smoke while deputies grapple with shock and disbelief. This powerful visual narrative invites us to reflect upon how acts of extremism can shape our collective memory and challenge established systems. As we gaze upon this historical artifact from over a century ago, it reminds us that art has always played a crucial role in documenting significant events and provoking dialogue about society's most pressing issues.
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