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Bonaparte Received By The Monks of Mount St. Bernard. Passage of the Alps, May 1800, (1896)
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Bonaparte Received By The Monks of Mount St. Bernard. Passage of the Alps, May 1800, (1896)
Bonaparte Received By The Monks of Mount St. Bernard. Passage of the Alps, May 1800, (1896). Napoleon Bonaparte (1769-1821) and his army crossed the Alps through the Great St. Bernard Pass between Switzerland and Italy in May 1800. Typogravure after the painting by Jules Girardet. From Life of Napoleon Bonaparte, Volume II, by William Milligan Sloane. [The Century Co. Macmillan & Co. Limited, New York & London, 1896]
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This print captures the historic moment when Napoleon Bonaparte and his army were received by the monks of Mount St. Bernard during their passage through the Alps in May 1800. The Great St. Bernard Pass, nestled between Switzerland and Italy, served as a formidable obstacle that Bonaparte successfully conquered. The typogravure beautifully reproduces Jules Girardet's painting, showcasing the grandeur of this significant event in European history. As one gazes at the image, they are transported back to a time when empires clashed and nations were shaped by war. Napoleon Bonaparte, depicted here as the first consul of France before he became emperor, stands tall amidst his soldiers who have braved treacherous mountain terrain to reach their destination. The awe-inspiring monastery perched on Mount St. Bernard serves as a symbol of refuge and spirituality in this tumultuous era. The presence of monks adds an element of religious significance to this scene - a reminder that even amidst conflict and conquests, faith endures. This convergence of military might and spiritual devotion creates a powerful juxtaposition that speaks volumes about the complexities of human existence. Through vibrant colors and meticulous detail, this print not only offers us a glimpse into an important historical event but also invites contemplation on themes such as power dynamics, perseverance, and the intersection between religion and politics. As we admire this remarkable artwork from William Milligan Sloane's Life of Napoleon Bonaparte series published in 1896, we are reminded once again how art can transport us across time to witness pivotal moments that have shaped our world today.
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