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Alphonse Baudin (1811-1851) on the Barricade of Faubourg Saint-Antoine, December 3, 1851, 1869. Creator: Ernest Pichio
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Alphonse Baudin (1811-1851) on the Barricade of Faubourg Saint-Antoine, December 3, 1851, 1869. Creator: Ernest Pichio
Alphonse Baudin (1811-1851) on the Barricade of Faubourg Saint-Antoine, December 3, 1851, 1869
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This 19th-century painting, titled "Alphonse Baudin on the Barricade of Faubourg Saint-Antoine, December 3, 1851," is an evocative depiction of a pivotal moment in French history by renowned artist Ernest Pichio. The scene unfolds on the chaotic streets of Paris during the 1851 coup d'état, as the Second French Republic gave way to the Second Empire under Napoleon III. At the heart of the painting is Dr. Alphonse Baudin (1811-1851), a dedicated doctor and a passionate advocate for the people's rights. He is shown standing defiantly on a barricade in the Faubourg Saint-Antoine district, a hotbed of civil unrest. A determined expression graces his face, as he clutches a white flag in one hand and holds a dog's leash in the other, with a loyal canine companion at his side. The background is a tumultuous blend of colors, showcasing the disorder and chaos that engulfed the city during this period. Bonaparte Napoleon III, the future Emperor of France, is visible in the distance, approaching the barricade with his entourage. The contrast between the two figures – one representing the old regime and the other the new – encapsulates the uncertainty and tension of the time. This powerful painting, now housed in the Musée Carnavalet, is a testament to the enduring spirit of the French people and their unwavering commitment to freedom. The inclusion of the dog symbolizes loyalty and the unbreakable bond between the people and their leaders, even during the most tumultuous of times.
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