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Incident at Vincennes (engraving)
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Incident at Vincennes (engraving)
820448 Incident at Vincennes (engraving) by Prieur, (fl.1800); Private Collection; (add.info.: Incident at Vincennes, France, 28 February 1791. Drawn by Prieur, engraved by Berthault. Published in Historical paintings of the French Revolution: or analysis of major events that took place in France since the first assembly of notables held in Versailles in 1787, engraved by Jean Duplessi-Bertaux, Volume One; published in Paris, France, 1817.); Look and Learn / Elgar Collection
Media ID 23504250
© Look and Learn / Elgar Collection / Bridgeman Images
1791 Agitation Blurred Motion Incident Motion Unrest Vincennes French Revolution
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This print titled "Incident at Vincennes (engraving)" takes us back to a significant moment in history - the French Revolution. The scene depicted is set in Vincennes, France, on the 28th of February 1791. The artist Prieur masterfully captures the chaos and unrest that characterized this period. The image showcases a bustling street filled with people from all walks of life. Soldiers can be seen amidst the crowd, highlighting the tension and volatility of the era. The architecture surrounding them adds an air of authenticity, transporting viewers straight into 18th-century France. The engraving itself was created by Berthault and published in Jean Duplessi-Bertaux's volume on Historical paintings of the French Revolution in Paris, France, in 1817. This artwork serves as a powerful testament to both artistic skill and historical documentation. As we gaze upon this print, we are reminded of how movements for change often come with great action and agitation. Blurred motion within the image further emphasizes this sense of movement and urgency. Overall, "Incident at Vincennes" offers us a glimpse into one pivotal event during the French Revolution - a time when ordinary citizens fought for their rights against an oppressive regime. It stands as a reminder that history is not just confined to textbooks but can also be vividly captured through art like this remarkable engraving by Prieur.
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