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The Restoration or French Empire being divided up after Waterloo
CHT200411 The Restoration or French Empire being divided up after Waterloo, 1815 (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris, France; (add.info.: La Restitution ou le Partage de l Empire apres Waterloo; Czar Alexander I of Russia (1777-1825); Emperor Francis I of Austria (1768-1835); King Frederick William III of Prussia (1770-1840); ); eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright
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Greed Greedy King Louis Xviii Partition Poland Portugal Sicily 1755 1824 Napoleonic Empire Partitioning
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The Restoration or French Empire being divided up after Waterloo
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is a captivating coloured engraving that captures the historical moment when the Napoleonic Empire was partitioned among victorious powers. This intriguing print, housed in Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris, France, offers a glimpse into the aftermath of one of history's most significant battles. In this artwork, we witness Czar Alexander I of Russia, Emperor Francis I of Austria, and King Frederick William III of Prussia gathered around a table adorned with symbols of power and conquest. The three monarchs are depicted as caricatures - their exaggerated features reflecting their ambitions and desires for territorial gain. The artist skillfully portrays the atmosphere charged with greed and ambition as each ruler lays claim to different parts of the fallen empire. Their uniforms and crowns symbolize their respective nations' aspirations for dominance over Europe. Amidst this scene unfolds an intricate political game where territories such as Spain, Sicily, Portugal, Italy, Poland are being divided like pieces of a cake. The cartoon-like depiction adds a touch of humor to what was undoubtedly a serious matter for those involved. This print serves not only as an artistic representation but also as a historical document that sheds light on the complex dynamics between European powers during this period. It invites us to reflect upon the consequences and lasting impact these decisions had on subsequent events in European history.
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