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Cartoon of Mirabeau, presiding over the Jacobin Club, 1789 (coloured engraving)
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Cartoon of Mirabeau, presiding over the Jacobin Club, 1789 (coloured engraving)
1201752 Cartoon of Mirabeau, presiding over the Jacobin Club, 1789 (coloured engraving) by French School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Honore Gabriel Riqueti, comte de Mirabeau (9 March 1749 - 2 April 1791) was a leader of the early stages of the French revolution.); © Tallandier
Media ID 22533344
© Tallandier / Bridgeman Images
Agitation Allegoric Allegories Allergoric Alllegorical Figure Blurred Motion Club Democracy Gabriel Honore Iconography Jacobin Jacobins Mirabeau Mockery Mocking Motion Presiding Republic Revolutionaries Revolutionary Unrest Allegorical Comte De Mirabeau Flames French Revolution Riqueti Symbols
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This vibrant and captivating coloured engraving captures a pivotal moment in French history. The cartoon depicts Honore Gabriel Riqueti, comte de Mirabeau, presiding over the Jacobin Club in 1789 during the early stages of the French Revolution. Mirabeau, a prominent leader of this revolutionary movement, is portrayed as a powerful figure amidst a backdrop of burning symbols and revolutionary unrest. The artist skillfully employs allegory and satire to convey the political climate of the time. Flames engulf various icons representing social and political structures, symbolizing the desire for change and upheaval within French society. The caricatured figures surrounding Mirabeau represent different factions involved in this transformative period. Through scathing satire and mockery, this satirical cartoon reflects both the fervor for democracy and the chaos that accompanied it during this tumultuous era. It serves as a historical document capturing an important moment in European history when France was on the brink of significant societal transformation. This print from Fine Art Finder showcases not only artistic mastery but also provides valuable insight into one of Europe's most influential movements. It invites viewers to delve into France's rich cultural heritage while contemplating themes such as revolution, power dynamics, and political activism that remain relevant today.
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