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The Taking of the Bastille, 14 July 1789 (oil on canvas)
XIR33813 The Taking of the Bastille, 14 July 1789 (oil on canvas) by French School, (18th century); 58x73 cm; ChAteau de Versailles, France; French, out of copyright
Media ID 23739920
© Bridgeman Images
Prison Sans Culottes Storming French Revolution
18x24 inch Poster Print
Experience the thrill of history with our Media Storehouse Poster Prints featuring "The Taking of the Bastille, 14 July 1789" by the French School. This iconic oil on canvas painting from the 18th century, currently housed at Château de Versailles, France, captures the essence of the French Revolution. The dramatic scene of the storming of the Bastille fortress is brought to life in vivid detail, making this print an excellent addition to any home or office. Out of copyright and available in various sizes to fit your space, this high-quality poster print is a must-have for history enthusiasts and art lovers alike.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
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.
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The Taking of the Bastille, 14 July 1789
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is a captivating oil painting that vividly captures a pivotal moment in history. The artwork, created by an anonymous French artist from the 18th century, measures 58x73 cm and is currently housed in the Château de Versailles in France. The image depicts the dramatic scene of the storming of the Bastille prison during the French Revolution. A frenzied mob, composed mainly of sans-culottes (working-class revolutionaries), can be seen overpowering and disarming soldiers guarding the fortress. The chaotic atmosphere is palpable as people surge forward with determination and anger. This powerful painting not only showcases a historical event but also symbolizes a significant turning point in French history. It represents the triumph of ordinary citizens over oppressive authority and marks the beginning of radical political changes that would shape modern France. With its detailed brushwork and skillful use of light and shadow, this artwork brings to life both individual expressions within the crowd as well as architectural elements such as crumbling walls and battlements. It serves as a reminder of how art can capture moments frozen in time while evoking emotions that resonate across centuries. "The Taking of Bastille, 14 July 1789" stands as an enduring testament to human resilience, courage, and collective action against injustice – forever etched on canvas for generations to come.
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