Canvas Print : Bread Riots in Paris
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Bread Riots in Paris
LA GUERRE DES FARINES When grain crops are hit by disease, it leads to a bread shortage which in turn leads to rioting in Paris and other cities
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1775 Bread Cities Crops Disease Grain Guerre Leads Rioting Riots Shortage Turn
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the captivating "Bread Riots in Paris" Canvas Print from Media Storehouse, brought to you in partnership with Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative image captures the essence of the historic "La Guerre des Farines," or the Bread War, as Parisians took to the streets in mass protests during the late 18th century due to a devastating grain crop disease. Witness the raw emotion and passion as the crowds demand their right to affordable bread, a basic necessity for survival. This exquisite canvas print is an exceptional addition to any home or office, bringing a touch of history and intrigue to your space. Immerse yourself in the story behind the image and relive a pivotal moment in history. Order your Bread Riots in Paris Canvas Print today and bring a piece of the past into your present.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures the chaos and desperation of the Bread Riots in Paris during the historic "War of the Farines" in April 1775. The "War of the Farines," or "War of the Bread," was a series of food riots that erupted across France due to a severe grain crop failure caused by disease. In Paris, the situation reached a boiling point when the price of bread skyrocketed, leaving many working-class citizens unable to afford their daily sustenance. The photograph depicts a chaotic scene in the streets of Paris, with a crowd of angry and desperate people storming a bakery, determined to secure a loaf of bread. The baker, seen in the foreground, tries to defend his shop with a makeshift weapon, but is quickly overpowered by the mob. The riots continued for several days, spreading to other cities and causing widespread destruction and unrest. This event was a turning point in French history, as it highlighted the deep-seated social and economic tensions in the country. The government responded by implementing reforms to address the root causes of the crisis, including increasing grain production and regulating the price of bread. The Bread Riots also served as a catalyst for the French Revolution, which began just a few years later. This powerful image offers a glimpse into a pivotal moment in history, when the basic necessity of food became a source of conflict and unrest. It serves as a reminder of the importance of food security and the potential for social upheaval when it is threatened.
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