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Presenté et dedié a la convention National l'an 2 de la Republique, 1793. Creator: A. Duplessis
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Presenté et dedié a la convention National l'an 2 de la Republique, 1793. Creator: A. Duplessis
Presente et dedie a la convention National l'an 2 de la Republique, 1793
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1790s Constitution Crowds Duplessis French Revolution Human Rights Political Event
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Presenté et dédié à la Convention Nationale l'an 2 de la République, 1793
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is an evocative etching and stipple engraving by the 18th-century French artist A. Duplessis. This powerful work of art, created during the tumultuous period of the French Revolution, depicts a large crowd of men and women gathered in front of a grand building, likely the National Convention in Paris. The year 1793 marked a pivotal moment in French history, as the country was in the midst of a rebellion against the monarchy and the establishment of a new constitution based on the principles of the Declaration of the Rights of Man and the Citizen. The image captures the intensity and excitement of this national event, with individuals of all ages and genders coming together to witness and participate in the political upheaval. The artist masterfully employs the technique of roulette and burnishing in black on off-white laid paper to create a monochrome image that conveys both the solemnity and the energy of the scene. The central figure, a man in a hat, raises his arm in a gesture of presentation or dedication, while the crowd behind him responds with a mix of awe, anticipation, and determination. The women in the crowd, some of whom are shown with children in their arms, add a humanizing touch to the image, emphasizing the impact of political change on everyday life. This historic print, now housed in the Art Institute of Chicago, is a testament to the enduring power of art to capture and preserve the essence of a moment in history. It invites us to reflect on the courage and conviction of the people who shaped the course of their country's future, and to consider the ongoing relevance of the principles of human rights and democracy that were enshrined in the French Revolution.
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