Metal Print : GIVING UP JEWELRY

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GIVING UP JEWELRY

Wives of artists donate their jewelry to the National Assembly, to help pay the public debt. Date: 7 September 1789

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1789 Assembly Debt Donate Giving Jewelry Revolution Wives Artists

16"x20" (51x41cm) Metal Print

Step into history with our exclusive Media Storehouse Metal Print of 'Giving Up Jewelry' from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image, dated 7 September 1789, tells the remarkable story of French wives of artists donating their jewelry to the National Assembly to help alleviate the public debt. Each Metal Print is meticulously crafted using high-quality metal sheets, ensuring a vibrant and long-lasting display. Bring a piece of history into your home and start a conversation with this unique and inspiring artwork.

Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.

Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space

Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")

Estimated Product Size is 51.4cm x 41.2cm (20.2" x 16.2")

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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EDITORS COMMENTS
September 7, 1789: A Historic Act of Sacrifice - Wives of Artists Donate Their Jewelry to the National Assembly to Help Pay the Public Debt Amidst the tumultuous backdrop of the French Revolution, an extraordinary event unfolded on this day in 1789. In an unprecedented show of solidarity and sacrifice, the wives of some of France's most esteemed artists presented their jewelry to the National Assembly, with the intention of using it to help alleviate the burdensome public debt. The French Revolution, which had begun in 1789, was a period of radical social and political upheaval. The monarchy had been overthrown, and the National Assembly had been established to govern the new Republic. One of the pressing issues facing the Assembly was the mounting public debt, which had been accumulated over many years of extravagant royal spending. In response to this crisis, the wives of artists, including Marie-Therese Geoffrin, wife of Jean-Baptiste Greuze, and Madame Royer-Collard, wife of Jacques-Louis David, among others, decided to make a significant contribution. They gathered their most valuable jewelry and presented it to the National Assembly, offering it up for sale to raise much-needed funds. This act of generosity was widely reported in the press and became a symbol of the revolutionary spirit of sacrifice and unity. The proceeds from the sale of the jewelry were used to help pay off the public debt, demonstrating the commitment of the French people to the cause of the Revolution. The event also highlighted the important role that art and artists played in the cultural and political life of the new Republic. This photograph, taken from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the essence of this historic moment, showcasing the spirit of giving and solidarity that defined the French Revolution. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by ordinary people during this period of extraordinary change and upheaval.

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