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Allegory of the Declaration of the Rights of Man, 1790 (oil on canvas)
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Allegory of the Declaration of the Rights of Man, 1790 (oil on canvas)
CHT441014 Allegory of the Declaration of the Rights of Man, 1790 (oil on canvas) by Regnault, Jean-Baptiste (1754-1829); 55 x 92 cm; Musee Lambinet, Versailles, France; (add.info.: Allegorie relative a la declaration des droits de l homme; Minerva in the centre is writing the Rights of Man with the advice of Prudence and Justice; to the left Hercules helps France, crowned and seated on a throne, to place a bust of Louis XVI on a pedestal; to the right of the goddess are Sieyes and Lafayette and on the left is the Mayor of Paris, Bailly. holding a key behind a woman who symbolises the city of Paris; Emmnauel Joseph Sieyes (1748-1836); Marquis de Lafayette (1757-1834); Jean Sylvain Bailly (1736-93) Mayor of Paris 1789-91; top left of the sketch is the tower of the Bastille in the process of collapsing; ); eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright
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Athena Bailly Bastille Declaration Hercules Justice Lafayette Louis Xvi Mayor Minerva Pedestal Prudence Rights Of Man Sieyes Allegorical French Revolution
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This print captures the essence of Jean-Baptiste Regnault's "Allegory of the Declaration of the Rights of Man, 1790". Painted during a time of great political upheaval in France, this oil on canvas masterpiece measures 55 x 92 cm and is housed in the Musee Lambinet in Versailles. In this allegorical scene, Minerva takes center stage as she diligently writes the Rights of Man with guidance from Prudence and Justice. To her left, Hercules lends his strength to France, who sits crowned and regal on a throne while placing a bust of Louis XVI on a pedestal. On Minerva's right stand Sieyes and Lafayette, prominent figures in French history. The Mayor of Paris, Bailly, discreetly holds a key behind a woman symbolizing the city itself. The top left corner reveals an iconic image: the crumbling tower of Bastille. This powerful visual represents not only the fall of an oppressive institution but also marks one of the defining moments that ignited the French Revolution. Regnault's painting beautifully encapsulates both hope for change and reverence for tradition during this tumultuous period. Through intricate details and symbolism woven into every brushstroke, he invites viewers to reflect upon their own rights as individuals within society. As we gaze upon this remarkable artwork through Bridgeman Images' expert reproduction technique, we are transported back to an era where ideals clashed against reality - reminding us that even amidst chaos and revolution, there is always room for progress towards freedom and equality.
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