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Marie Antoinette at the Conciergerie, 1793. Creator: Prieur, Sophie (active ca 1800)
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Marie Antoinette at the Conciergerie, 1793. Creator: Prieur, Sophie (active ca 1800)
Marie Antoinette at the Conciergerie, 1793. Found in the collection of Musee Carnavalet, Paris
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1793 Absolutism Archduchess Of Austria Bourbon Conciergerie French History French Monarchy French Revolution Guillotined House Of Bourbon King Of France And Navarre Louis Xvi Marie Antoinette National Convention Nobility Queen Marie Antoinette Of France Queen Of France Sun King Terror World History Aristocracy Musee Carnavalet Neoclassicism Prieur Rococo
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This print depicts Marie Antoinette at the Conciergerie in 1793, during one of the most tumultuous periods in French history. Created by Sophie Prieur, an artist active around 1800, this painting is now housed in the prestigious Musee Carnavalet in Paris. Marie Antoinette, an archduchess of Austria and queen consort of France, was a prominent figure within the Bourbon dynasty. However, her opulent lifestyle and perceived detachment from the struggles of ordinary people made her a target for revolutionary fervor during the French Revolution. The neoclassical style of this oil on canvas portrait reflects both Marie Antoinette's aristocratic background and the artistic trends prevalent during that era. The intricate details capture her regal beauty while also hinting at the impending doom that awaited her. In 1793, Marie Antoinette was imprisoned at the Conciergerie before facing trial by the National Convention. This image serves as a poignant reminder of her final days before being guillotined, symbolizing both tragedy and defiance against absolutism. Through this artwork, we are transported back to a pivotal moment in world history when revolutionaries sought to dismantle centuries-old monarchies. It invites us to reflect upon themes such as nobility, power dynamics, and social upheaval that continue to shape our understanding of society today. Fine Art Images/Heritage Images has preserved this significant piece for future generations to appreciate and learn from its historical
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