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Revolution francaise, Assemblee constituante de 1789: Honore Gabriel (Honore-Gabriel) Riqueti, comte de Mirabeau (1749-1791) devant monsieur de Henri Evrard (Henri-Evrard)
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Revolution francaise, Assemblee constituante de 1789: Honore Gabriel (Honore-Gabriel) Riqueti, comte de Mirabeau (1749-1791) devant monsieur de Henri Evrard (Henri-Evrard)
FIA5390462 Revolution francaise, Assemblee constituante de 1789: Honore Gabriel (Honore-Gabriel) Riqueti, comte de Mirabeau (1749-1791) devant monsieur de Henri Evrard (Henri-Evrard), marquis de Dreux Breze (Dreux-Breze) (1762-1829) (lors de l assemblee des Deputes, le 23 juin 1789 a Versailles lors des Etats Generaux) (Mirabeau Confronts the Marquis de Dreux-Breze) - Peinture (esquisse) de Eugene Delacroix (1798-1863), huile sur toile (68x82 cm), 1831 - Musee National Eugene Delacroix, Paris by Delacroix, Ferdinand Victor Eugene (1798-1863); Musee Eugene Delacroix, Paris, France; Photo © Fine Art Images
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1789 French Revolution Deputy Parliament States General Versailles French Revolution
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This print captures a significant moment in French history - the Assembly of the Constituent Assembly during the French Revolution in 1789. In this particular scene, Honore Gabriel Riqueti, comte de Mirabeau, stands before Monsieur Henri Evrard, marquis de Dreux-Breze. The painting, an oil on canvas by Eugene Delacroix titled "Mirabeau Confronts the Marquis de Dreux-Breze" depicts this intense encounter. Riqueti was a prominent figure during the revolution and known for his powerful oratory skills. Here, he confronts Dreux-Breze with determination and conviction as they engage in political discourse at Versailles during the Estates-General. This interaction symbolizes the clash between different factions within society as France underwent radical changes. Delacroix's masterful brushwork brings life to this historical event through vibrant colors and meticulous details. The composition exudes tension and drama while capturing the essence of these influential figures who played pivotal roles in shaping France's future. Displayed at Musee National Eugene Delacroix in Paris, this artwork serves as a testament to both artistic brilliance and historical significance. It allows viewers to immerse themselves in one of history's most transformative periods – witnessing firsthand how politics merged with artistry to create lasting impressions that continue to resonate today.
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