Fine Art Print : French Clergy Harassed
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French Clergy Harassed
The Constitution Civile du Clerge imposes sweeping changes on the Church, starting with doing away with submission to papal authority
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1790 Authority Civile Clergy Constitution Harassed Imposes Papal Revolution Starting Submission Sweeping Clerge
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the past with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from the Media Storehouse, featuring this evocative image of French Clergy Harassed by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. Witness the historical significance of the Constitution Civile du Clerge, which marked the beginning of sweeping changes in the Church, as depicted in this powerful and poignant artwork. Each print is meticulously crafted using high-quality materials and printing techniques, ensuring a stunning and vibrant representation of this pivotal moment in history. Add a touch of elegance and intrigue to your home or office with this beautiful and thought-provoking addition to your collection.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This powerful image captures a pivotal moment in French history as the new Civil Constitution of the Clergy, adopted on July 12, 1790, began to be enforced. The Constitution, a key event during the French Revolution, marked a significant shift in the relationship between the Church and the state. With the sweeping abolition of papal authority, French clergy were left feeling harassed and uncertain of their future roles within the Church and society. The Civil Constitution of the Clergy, also known as the Constitution Civile du Clerge, was a fundamental law passed during the French Revolution that aimed to reorganize the Catholic Church in France. The Constitution imposed new requirements on the clergy, including the oath of allegiance to the new civil constitution and the secularization of church property. These changes were met with resistance from many clergy members, who saw it as an attack on their religious freedom and a violation of their loyalty to the Pope. In this photograph, a group of French clergy members, dressed in their traditional robes and holding their religious symbols, are shown being harassed by French soldiers. The soldiers, representing the new civil authority, are seen forcing the clergy to sign the oath of allegiance to the new constitution. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the tumultuous period of French history during which the Church underwent profound changes and the relationship between religion and the state was fundamentally altered. This photograph is a historical record of a pivotal moment in French history, and it provides a glimpse into the complex and often contentious relationship between the Church and the state during the French Revolution. The image is a valuable resource for scholars and historians studying the French Revolution and the role of religion in shaping modern European history.
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