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KW245919 The Procession of the Goddess of Reason, 10th November 1793, from Histoire de la Revolution Francaise by Louis Blanc (1811-82) engraved by Meyer-Heine, 1847-62 (litho) by Renaud, Henri (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: History of the French Revolution in 12 volumes; the Cult of Reason was a religion based on Deism devised during the French Revolution in opposition to the Cult of the Supreme Being, its founders were eventually guillotined after the rise of Napoleonic Catholicism; ); Ken Welsh; French, out of copyright
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Carried Parade Personification Sect Veneration
The Procession of the Goddess of Reason, 10th November 1793
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captures a pivotal moment in history when religion and politics collided during the French Revolution. This photo print, taken from Louis Blanc's "Histoire de la Revolution Francaise" transports us back to an era of radical change and ideological fervor. In this lithograph by Henri Renaud, we witness a grand parade through the streets as devotees venerate their newly established deity – the Goddess of Reason. The image showcases a female figure personifying reason herself, carried aloft on a platform adorned with symbolic elements. Her presence evokes both awe and curiosity among onlookers who line the streets. The procession represents more than just religious worship; it symbolizes a sect born out of rebellion against traditional Catholicism. The Cult of Reason emerged as an alternative belief system based on Deism, seeking to replace organized religion with rationality and individual freedom. However, its founders ultimately met tragic fates under Napoleon's rise to power. This print offers us a glimpse into one chapter of France's tumultuous past, where ideas clashed and new ideologies were forged amidst social upheaval. It serves as a reminder that even in times of chaos and uncertainty, human beings have always sought meaning beyond themselves – be it through faith or reason. As we contemplate this remarkable artwork from our private collection, let us reflect upon the enduring power of belief systems throughout history and how they shape societies for better or worse.
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