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Napoleon on board Bellerophon, 1885 (etching)
7341570 Napoleon on board Bellerophon, 1885 (etching) by Orchardson, William Quiller (1832-1910) (after); 69x96.5 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: after William Quiller Orchardson (artist); Louis John Steele (engraver)); © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Media ID 38516180
© © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London / Bridgeman Images
19th Century Fashion Banishment Bonaparte Bonaparte Family Capitulate Capitulation Emperor Napoleon I Emperors Etching Exile Family Of Bonaparte Marinescape Napoleon 1st Napoleon Empereur Napoleon I Napoleon I Of France Napoleon Ist Napoleon Ist Of France Prisoners Sea Painting Seashore Surrender 19th Mode Marines Maritime Force Naval Force Naval Infantry
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This stunning etching captures a pivotal moment in history as Napoleon Bonaparte surrenders aboard the HMS Bellerophon in 1815. The artist, William Quiller Orchardson, expertly portrays the defeated emperor with his iconic hat in hand, symbolizing his capitulation and exile from France.
Louis John Steele's meticulous engraving brings out the intricate details of Napoleon's expression and posture, conveying a sense of resignation and defeat. The somber atmosphere is palpable as we witness one of the most powerful figures in European history facing his downfall.
The historical significance of this scene cannot be overstated, as it marks the end of an era for France and Europe at large. Napoleon's surrender to the British forces ultimately led to his exile on St. Helena, where he would spend his final days reflecting on his tumultuous reign.
Displayed at the National Maritime Museum in London, this print serves as a reminder of the complex legacy left behind by Napoleon Bonaparte. It invites viewers to contemplate power dynamics, ambition, and consequences through the lens of one man's dramatic rise and fall.
As we gaze upon this artwork, we are transported back to a time when empires clashed and destinies were forged on the high seas. Napoleon on board 'Bellerophon' is not just a portrait; it is a window into a world defined by grandeur, tragedy, and enduring fascination.
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