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Free entry through the toll barriers (engraving)
820450 Free entry through the toll barriers (engraving) by Prieur, (fl.1800); Private Collection; (add.info.: Free entry through the toll barriers, in May 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 23503484
© Look and Learn / Elgar Collection / Bridgeman Images
1791 Barriers Entry Free Hitch Horse Drawn Toll Wagon Wagonette Wagons Coupling French Revolution
12"x10" Modern Frame
Add a touch of historical charm to your home or office with our Framed Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring the engraving "Free entry through the toll barriers" by Prieur. This beautiful artwork, originally from Bridgeman Images and sourced from Fine Art Finder, depicts a scene of free passage through toll barriers in May 1791. With its intricate details and rich history, this timeless piece is sure to make a striking addition to any space. Order your Framed Print today and bring a piece of the past into your present.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 25.4cm (12" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print titled "Free entry through the toll barriers (engraving)" by Prieur takes us back to May 1791 during the French Revolution. The image, beautifully drawn and engraved by Berthault, captures a significant moment in history when people were granted free passage through the toll barriers. The scene is bustling with activity as horse-drawn wagons and livestock traverse through the architectural marvel of the toll gates. The atmosphere is filled with anticipation and relief as citizens exercise their newfound freedom of movement. It's a snapshot of a society undergoing profound change, where barriers are dismantled both physically and metaphorically. The composition showcases not only the transportation methods of that era but also highlights how this event was an integral part of French culture at that time. The wagons hitched together, coupled with horses pulling them forward, symbolize unity and progress. Through this engraving, we catch a glimpse into European history during one of its most transformative periods. It serves as a reminder that revolutions are not just about political upheaval but also about breaking down obstacles for societal advancement. As we admire this piece from Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder collection, it prompts us to reflect on our own journey towards liberation – whether it be personal or collective – and reminds us that sometimes all it takes is one small act to set off monumental change.
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