Antique Framed Print : Louis XIV Statue - 2
Framed Photos from Mary Evans Picture Library
Louis XIV Statue - 2
The statue of Louis XIV, in the place Vendome, Paris, is pulled down by the mob in a gesture of anti-monarchism
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Media ID 4354152
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1792 Anti Gesture Pulled Revolution Vendome Monarchism
21"x16" (54x41cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 15x10 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 21x16 inches (54x41cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 37.1cm x 24.2cm (14.6" x 9.5")
Estimated Product Size is 54cm x 41.4cm (21.3" x 16.3")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this historic image from 1792, the statue of King Louis XIV, once proudly standing atop the Place Vendome in Paris, is being pulled down by an angry mob. The August figure of Louis XIV, dressed in regal attire, had long been a symbol of the absolute monarchy that ruled France for over a century. But as the French Revolution gained momentum, the people's sentiments towards the monarchy began to shift. The events leading up to this momentous gesture of anti-monarchism began in 1789, when the French Revolution broke out, leading to the storming of the Bastille and the establishment of a constitutional monarchy. However, the king's refusal to grant the people greater political power and his continued support for the aristocracy fueled growing discontent. On August 10, 1792, the mob, fueled by anger and frustration, stormed the Tuileries Palace, forcing King Louis XVI and his family to flee. Three days later, on August 13, the mob turned their attention to the statue of Louis XIV in the Place Vendome. The statue, which had been erected in 1685 to commemorate the king's military victories, was seen as a symbol of the absolute monarchy that had long oppressed the people. The image captures the moment as the statue is being pulled down, with men using ropes and pulleys to bring it crashing to the ground. The event marked a significant turning point in the French Revolution, as the people continued to take control of their destiny and move towards the establishment of a republic. This powerful image serves as a reminder of the historical significance of the French Revolution and the role that the people played in shaping the course of history. It is a testament to the enduring power of the human spirit and the desire for freedom and self-determination.
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