Admire theemblematic monument of Paristhrough thisoriginal illustration of the Arc de Triomphe, signedLotza. Located at the end of the famousChamps-Élysées Avenue, in the 8th arrondissement of Paris, theTriumphal archis one of the most powerful symbols of thehistory of Franceand a must-seeParisian heritage.
Commissioned in 1806 byNapoleon Bonaparteto celebrate thevictories of the French army, the Arc de Triomphe was completed in 1836 during the reign of Louis-Philippe. Designed by the architectJean Chalgrin, it impresses with its dimensions:50 meters high,45 meters wideAnd22 meters deep. Hismonumental bas-reliefsAnddetailed sculpturestell the great Napoleonic campaigns, including the famous bas-relief ofThe Marseillaise, patriotic and artistic symbol.
Under the arch is theTomb of the Unknown Soldier, solemn tribute to the fighters who died for France during theFirst World War, with hisflame of remembrancerevived every evening. Inside, a spiral staircase leads to aviewing platformoffering aspectacular view of Paris, of theEiffel Towerto theDefense, passing through theLouvreAndMontmartre.
Lotza captures in thisillustrated postcardall themajesty of the Arc de Triomphe, mixinggraphic precisionAndtimeless Parisian atmosphere. Each stroke pays homage to the greatness of thishistorical monument, witness to the nation's great hours.
Ideal for enthusiasts ofParis, ofmilitary history, ofmonumental architectureor ofinspired wall decoration, this artistic work is much more than a simple souvenir: it is avisual invitation to explore the soul of the French capital.
