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French revolution: allegory of the night of 4 / 08 / 1789 which saw the abolition of feodal privileges and rights. Members of the Patriot people destroy the symbols of nobility, clergymen and armour. Engraving from 1789. Paris, Library of the Arsenal
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French revolution: allegory of the night of 4 / 08 / 1789 which saw the abolition of feodal privileges and rights. Members of the Patriot people destroy the symbols of nobility, clergymen and armour. Engraving from 1789. Paris, Library of the Arsenal
JLJ4647300 French revolution: allegory of the night of 4/08/1789 which saw the abolition of feodal privileges and rights. Members of the Patriot people destroy the symbols of nobility, clergymen and armour. Engraving from 1789. Paris, Library of the Arsenal by French School, (18th century); Bibliotheque de L Arsenal, Paris, France; (add.info.: French revolution: allegory of the night of 4/08/1789 which saw the abolition of feodal privileges and rights. Members of the Patriot people destroy the symbols of nobility, clergymen and armour. Engraving from 1789. Paris, Library of the Arsenal); Photo © Photo Josse
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This print captures a significant moment in history - the night of 4/08/1789, during the French Revolution. It depicts an allegory of the abolition of feudal privileges and rights, as members of the Patriot people rise up against symbols of nobility, clergymen, and armor. The engraving from 1789 showcases the intense military violence and patriotism that fueled this revolution. The destruction depicted in this image symbolizes not only the physical dismantling of oppressive structures but also a powerful rejection of centuries-old hierarchies. The French Revolution was a turning point for France and Europe as a whole. It marked a revolt against inequality and sparked widespread social change. This engraving serves as a visual representation of those transformative times. In addition to its historical significance, this artwork highlights various themes such as power dynamics, religious roles, and national identity. The presence of clergyman suggests resistance against religious orders tied to privilege while emphasizing secular values within revolutionary ideals. As we reflect on this piece from the Library of Arsenal in Paris, it reminds us how art can capture pivotal moments in time with great detail and emotion. Through its intricate engravings, we are transported back to witness an era defined by rebellion and societal transformation – forever etched into our collective memory.
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