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The Knights of Aggard disarmed by order of the king at the Tuileries Palace, February 28, 1791 (engraving)
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The Knights of Aggard disarmed by order of the king at the Tuileries Palace, February 28, 1791 (engraving)
LRI4675451 The Knights of Aggard disarmed by order of the king at the Tuileries Palace, February 28, 1791 (engraving) by French School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: French Revolution: La Fayette (Lafayette) desarment, by order of King Louis XVI, the Knights came to the Tuileries on 28/02/1791 (The Knights of Aggard disarmed by order of the king at the Tuileries Palace, February 28, 1791 - French Revolution) Private Collection); Luisa Ricciarini
Media ID 25301765
© Luisa Ricciarini / Bridgeman Images
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This engraving, titled "The Knights of Aggard disarmed by order of the king at the Tuileries Palace, February 28,1791" takes us back to a pivotal moment in French history during the tumultuous era of the French Revolution. The image depicts an intense scene filled with treason and violence. In this historical event captured by Luisa Ricciarini's skilled hand, we witness King Louis XVI issuing a direct command to disarm the Knights of Aggard within the opulent walls of the Tuileries Palace. The knights had arrived on that fateful day under General La Fayette's leadership but were met with resistance from both sides. The chaos unfolds before our eyes as individuals clash and brawl amidst grandeur fit for kings. This engraving serves as a testament to not only political unrest but also human nature pushed to its limits. As we delve into this piece further, it becomes evident that it encapsulates more than just one isolated incident; it symbolizes an entire revolution unfolding before our very eyes. It is a visual representation of France's struggle for change and liberation from centuries-old traditions. Through intricate details and masterful strokes, Luisa Ricciarini transports us back in time to witness firsthand how power dynamics shifted during this transformative period in history. This print serves as a reminder that even within lavish palaces like Tuileries, no one was immune to the winds of change brought forth by revolutionaries seeking justice and equality.
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