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President Mole and the factious ones in Paris during the Fronde, 1779 (oil on canvas)
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President Mole and the factious ones in Paris during the Fronde, 1779 (oil on canvas)
JLJ4688368 President Mole and the factious ones in Paris during the Fronde, 1779 (oil on canvas) by Andre, Vincent Francois (1746-1816); Assemblee Nationale Palais-Bourbon, Paris, France; (add.info.: President Mole and the factious ones in Paris during the Fronde. The Guard of Seals Mathieu Mole (1584-1656) resistant to dummy during the day of the barricades during the Fronde on August 27, 1648. The angry crowd calls for the liberation of Pierre Brousel, who has been detained because of his opposition to the new taxes proposed by Cardinal Jules Mazarin (Giulio Raimondo Mazzarino or Mazarino) (1602-1661). Painting by Vincent Francois Andre (1746-1816), 1779. Paris, Palais Bourbon.); Photo © Photo Josse
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President Mole and the factious ones in Paris during the Fronde, 1779
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. This oil on canvas painting by Vincent Francois Andre takes us back to a tumultuous period in French history. Depicting the events of August 27,1648, during the Fronde rebellion, it showcases President Mole and his resistance against Cardinal Jules Mazarin's proposed taxes. In this scene, we witness a charged atmosphere as an angry crowd demands the release of Pierre Brousel, who had been detained for opposing these new taxes. The Guard of Seals Mathieu Mole stands defiantly amidst the chaos, symbolizing his unwavering commitment to justice and opposition against tyranny. The artist skillfully captures the intensity of this historical moment through vivid brushstrokes and meticulous attention to detail. The composition draws our eyes towards President Mole at its center while emphasizing the diverse emotions displayed by those surrounding him – anger, frustration, determination. Through this artwork, we are transported back to seventeenth-century Paris – a time marked by political unrest and social upheaval. It serves as a reminder of how power struggles can ignite popular revolt and shape nations' destinies. Preserved within Assemblee Nationale Palais-Bourbon in Paris today, this painting continues to captivate viewers with its rich historical narrative. It stands as both a testament to human resilience and an enduring work of art that offers insight into France's past struggles for freedom and justice.
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