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The Marquess of Lantenac reads an order for his arrest on a pillar - illustration
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The Marquess of Lantenac reads an order for his arrest on a pillar - illustration
909636 The Marquess of Lantenac reads an order for his arrest on a pillar - illustration from Quatre Vingt Treize, 19th Century (b/w engraving) by Brion, Gustave (1824-77); Private Collection; (add.info.: Published in Cent dessins : Extraits des oeuvres de Victor Hugo;
Victor Marie Hugo (1802 - 1885) was a French poet, novelist, and dramatist of the Romantic movement. He is considered one of the greatest and best known French writers. ); Prismatic Pictures; French, out of copyright
Media ID 22742270
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Arrest Depicting Depiction Dessin Dessins Dramatist Hugo Victor 1802 1885 Oeuvre Oeuvres Order Pillar Playwriter Tragedian Victor Hugo Victor Marie Hugo Warrant Playwright
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This engraving captures a pivotal moment in Victor Hugo's masterpiece, "Quatre Vingt Treize". The illustration depicts the Marquess of Lantenac, a central character in the novel, as he reads an order for his arrest on a towering pillar. The artist Gustave Brion skillfully brings this dramatic scene to life with intricate details and expert shading. The intensity of the moment is palpable as we witness the Marquess absorbing the weighty news that will forever alter his fate. Victor Marie Hugo, renowned French poet and novelist, crafted this gripping tale set during the French Revolution. His ability to weave together historical events with complex characters has solidified him as one of France's greatest literary figures. As we gaze upon this print from Quatre Vingt Treize, we are transported back to 19th-century France. We can almost hear the whispers of intrigue and feel the tension radiating from Lantenac's stoic figure. This illustration serves as a testament to both Hugo's genius storytelling and Brion's artistic prowess. It reminds us of literature's power to capture our imagination and transport us into different worlds. Whether you are familiar with Victor Hugo or discovering his work for the first time, this print offers a glimpse into an extraordinary narrative that continues to captivate readers across generations.
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