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The Treaty of Tilsit (engraving)
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The Treaty of Tilsit (engraving)
664601 The Treaty of Tilsit (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Treaty of Tilsit. Illustration from Cassells History of England (special edition, A W Cowan, c 1890). Digitally cleaned image.); © Look and Learn; English, out of copyright
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This engraving, titled "The Treaty of Tilsit" takes us back to a significant moment in history. Created by the English School in the 19th century, this print captures the essence of an important event that shaped Europe's destiny. The artwork is part of a private collection and was featured in Cassells History of England, a special edition published around 1890. "The Treaty of Tilsit" depicts a pivotal meeting between two powerful leaders: Napoleon Bonaparte and Tsar Alexander I. This historic encounter took place in July 1807 on a raft moored on the River Niemen near Tilsit (now Sovetsk), Russia. The treaty signed during this meeting marked an extraordinary turning point for both nations involved. In this meticulously restored image, we witness the intensity and gravity etched onto their faces as they negotiate terms that would redefine European politics for years to come. Their body language speaks volumes about their respective ambitions and strategies. Through its intricate details and masterful composition, this engraving transports us back to that crucial moment when peace was brokered between France and Russia after years of conflict. It serves as a testament to diplomacy's power to shape world affairs. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece from Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder collection, we are reminded not only of historical events but also how art can immortalize them with timeless beauty and significance.
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