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Portrait of a parisian sans-culotte (print, c. 1789)
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Portrait of a parisian sans-culotte (print, c. 1789)
LRI4675455 Portrait of a parisian sans-culotte (print, c.1789) by French School, (18th century); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris, France; (add.info.: Portrait of a parisian sans-culotte during the French revolution Anonymous print around 1789 Paris, Musee Carnavalet); Luisa Ricciarini; French, out of copyright
Media ID 22735772
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This print, titled "Portrait of a Parisian Sans-Culotte" takes us back to the tumultuous era of the French Revolution. Created around 1789 by an anonymous artist from the French School, this piece is housed in the Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet. The portrait showcases a defiant figure, a representative of the sans-culottes - ordinary working-class citizens who played a crucial role in shaping France's destiny during this revolutionary period. The subject's intense gaze pierces through time, revealing determination and resilience. Dressed in traditional attire with distinct revolutionary symbols, such as the iconic cockade on his hat and armband, he proudly displays his commitment to liberty and equality. His rough-hewn features suggest hardship endured while fighting for these ideals. Luisa Ricciarini skillfully captures every intricate detail of this historical moment; her expertise brings life to each stroke on paper. Through her lens, we are transported to late 18th-century France - a time when hope mingled with uncertainty as society underwent radical transformation. This powerful image serves as a reminder of our shared history and the sacrifices made by those who fought for freedom. It invites us to reflect on their legacy while inspiring us to continue striving for justice in our own time.
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