Capture of Constantine - October 13, 1837, Rare Historical and Artistic Journal - TheRedshop

Product details: Capture of Constantine

Title: Capture of Constantine (inscribed title)
Date of the subject represented: October 13, 1837
Author: Pellerin (printer, publisher)
Country school: France
Creation period: 2nd quarter of the 19th century & 3rd quarter of the 19th century

Year of creation: between 1837 and 1866
Materials and techniques: Stencil coloured lithograph & Historic-quality paper

Size: 42.5 x 65 cm

Registrations present: Place of publication
Legend : Subtitle and song (Air de la Parisienne)
Honouring the Fallen

This lithograph depicts one of the most significant episodes of the French conquest of Algeria, the capture of

On October 13, 1837, under the command of General Daurémont, the French army established its domination in Africa after a decisive victory against the local tribes. The inscriptions on the print celebrate the bravery of the French soldiers, with songs and legends paying tribute to the fallen heroes. The stencilled lithograph, typical of Pellerin's productions, offers a wealth of detail and a vibrant palette that captivates the eye. This historical document is a true testimony to a pivotal period in French and Algerian history. The know-how of Épinal, famous for its lithography productions, is sublimated here by meticulous techniques and bright colours. Ideal for enriching a graphic art collection or to complete a library dedicated to military and colonial history.

Whether you are a historian, collector or simple enthusiast, this lithograph is a must-have acquisition to understand and celebrate a crucial chapter in French history in the 19th century. 

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