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Reveries de l Empereur a la lecture des journaux anglais (colour litho)
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Reveries de l Empereur a la lecture des journaux anglais (colour litho)
2790776 Reveries de l Empereur a la lecture des journaux anglais (colour litho) by Bombled, Louis Charles (1862-1927) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Reveries de l Empereur a la lecture des journaux anglais. Illustration for Le Memorial de Saint-Helene by Le Comte De Las Cases (Emmanuel de Las Cases) with pictures by L Bombled (Garnier, 1895).); © Look and Learn
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Exile Forlorn Loneliness Lonely Media Melancholia Melancholy Napoleon Bonaparte Napoleon I News St Helena Unhappiness Unhappy Emotions Newspapers
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Reveries de l Empereur a la lecture des journaux anglais (colour litho) captures the poignant moment of Emperor Napoleon I in exile, immersed in the world of English newspapers. The artwork, created by Louis Charles Bombled and inspired by Le Memorial de Saint-Helene, evokes a sense of loneliness and melancholy that befalls even the mightiest rulers. In this print, we witness Napoleon Bonaparte engrossed in his reading amidst an atmosphere filled with sadness and longing. The traditional setting reflects both his yearning for power and his isolation on the remote island of St. Helena. As he delves into news from England, one can almost feel his emotions intensify – a mix of unhappiness, forlornness, and perhaps even regret. The image serves as a reminder that even great leaders like Napoleon are not immune to human vulnerability. It speaks to the universal experience of feeling alone despite being surrounded by others or having access to information from distant lands. Bombled's skillful use of color lithography brings depth to this historical scene while capturing the essence of German culture prevalent during that time period. This particular print is part of a private collection but has found its way into public consciousness through Look and Learn's publication. As we gaze upon this artwork, it prompts us to reflect on our own emotions when faced with solitude or disconnection from our surroundings – reminding us that empathy transcends time.
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