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Premium Framed Print : Louis XVI before the National Convention in December 1792, 1796
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Louis XVI before the National Convention in December 1792, 1796
Louis XVI before the National Convention in December 1792, 1796. Found in the Collection of the Bibliotheque Nationale de France
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Media ID 24029954
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Absolutism Biblioth And Xe8 Bibliotheque Nationale De France Bourbon French History French Monarchy French Revolution Guillotine Guillotined House Of Bourbon King Of France And Navarre Lithograph Watercolour Louis Xvi National Convention Que Nationale De France Sun King Terror Vendramini World History Nobility
14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 35.6cm (16" x 14")
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases Louis XVI, the last king of France before the French Revolution, as he stands before the National Convention in December 1792. The image, captured by Giovanni Vendramini in 1796, offers a rare glimpse into a pivotal moment in history. Louis XVI's presence exudes both power and vulnerability as he confronts the assembly that would ultimately seal his fate. Dressed in regal attire befitting his status as King of France and Navarre, he stands tall amidst an atmosphere charged with tension and uncertainty. The composition beautifully captures the transition from rococo to neoclassicism, reflecting the changing times. The opulence associated with absolutism is juxtaposed against the looming guillotine—a symbol of revolution and terror that would soon claim Louis XVI's life. As we delve into this piece of fine art imagery found within the esteemed collection of Bibliotheque Nationale de France, we are transported back to a time when aristocracy clashed with revolutionary ideals. It serves as a poignant reminder of how swiftly power can shift hands and how even those who once held absolute authority could face swift judgment. Through this lithograph watercolour print by Fine Art Images/Heritage Images, we are granted access to a significant chapter in French history—an era marked by upheaval and transformation. It invites us to reflect on themes such as nobility, monarchy, revolution, and justice while immersing ourselves in an evocative visual representation of one man's destiny
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