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Return of the ashes of Napoleon I to Paris, 15 December 1840 (colour litho)
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Return of the ashes of Napoleon I to Paris, 15 December 1840 (colour litho)
1765575 Return of the ashes of Napoleon I to Paris, 15 December 1840 (colour litho) by Guerard, Eugene Charles Francois (1821-66); 28.4x39.3 cm; BibliothAque Paul-Marmottan, Ville de Boulogne-Billancourt, Academie des Beaux-Arts, France; (add.info.: Entree des cendres de Napoleon 1er A Paris, / le 15 decembre 1840. Paris dans sa Splendeur.
Napoleon Bonaparte (1769-1821) was a French military and political leader who rose to prominence during the French Revolution and led several successful campaigns during the Revolutionary Wars.
The retour des cendres (" return of the ashes" ) was the return of the mortal remains of Napoleon I of France from the island of St Helena to France and their burial in the HA'tel des Invalides in Paris in 1840, on the initiative of Adolphe Thiers and King Louis-Philippe.); eBibliotheque Marmottan, Paris; French, out of copyright
Media ID 22560848
© Bibliotheque Marmottan, Paris / Bridgeman Images
Ashes Hotel Des Invalides Napoleon Bonaparte Parade
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This print captures the historic moment of the Return of the ashes of Napoleon I to Paris on 15 December 1840. The color lithograph by Eugene Charles Francois Guerard depicts a scene filled with grandeur and emotion. In this image, we see a bustling city street in Paris adorned with flags and decorations, as crowds gather to witness this significant event. Soldiers march proudly in their uniforms, creating an atmosphere of military honor and reverence. The Hotel des Invalides stands tall in the background, serving as a poignant symbol of Napoleon's legacy. The procession itself is awe-inspiring, with people lining the streets to catch a glimpse of history unfolding before their eyes. As Napoleon Bonaparte's mortal remains are brought back from St Helena, where he had been exiled after his defeat at Waterloo, there is a sense of solemnity mixed with pride among the Parisians. The Retour des cendres was not only an act of remembrance but also a political move orchestrated by Adolphe Thiers and King Louis-Philippe to consolidate their power through associating themselves with France's legendary leader. This print serves as a powerful reminder of Napoleon's impact on French history and his enduring legacy. It encapsulates both the admiration for his military achievements and the complex emotions surrounding his controversial reign.
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