Paris, France – Monument to Victor Hugo – Postcard Early 20th Century
This historical postcard captures the Monument to Victor Hugo, a grand tribute to one of France’s most celebrated literary figures. Located in Paris, this monument honors Victor Hugo (1802–1885), the renowned author of Les Misérables and The Hunchback of Notre-Dame. The elaborate sculpture features Hugo seated in deep contemplation, surrounded by allegorical figures representing his literary and philosophical influence.
Unveiled in 1902, the Victor Hugo Monument was erected to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the writer’s birth. Designed by sculptor Jean Boucher, the monument reflects Hugo’s profound impact on French literature and political thought.
Victor Hugo’s legacy extends beyond literature; he was a political activist, a defender of the oppressed, and a prominent figure in France’s 19th-century intellectual movements. His funeral in 1885 was a national event, with over two million people following his procession to the Panthéon, where he was laid to rest.
The reverse side of the postcard follows the traditional "CARTE POSTALE" layout.
Front Text: "Paris – Monument de Victor-Hugo."
Size ±: 14 cm x 9 cm
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