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National Almanach for 1791, dedicated to the Friends of the Constitution
485195 National Almanach for 1791, dedicated to the Friends of the Constitution, 1790 (colour aquatint)
(see 485200 for detail) by Debucourt, Philibert Louis (1755-1832); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris, France; (add.info.: Almanach National Dedieaux Amis de la Constitution: under a medallion depicting Louis XVI, the top half of this Almanach depicts Minerva, goddess of wisdom, drafting the new French Constitution; the lower half has an empty space intended for the insertion of the calendar for 1791; the intense interest and excitement in Paris aroused by the projected constitutional reforms during the early stages of the French Revolution was fuelled by the production of political pamphlets which were purchased in large quantities by Parisians from street vendors (vendeuses de libelles) such as the one illustrated here on the left; on the right the group of men fraternising and embracing, including a Turk in Ottoman dress and hat, are symbolic of the utopian ideals of universal friendship of the revolutionaries; ); French, out of copyright
Media ID 22400068
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Almanac Almanach Constitution Counsel Debate Dedication Discussion Equality Fraternity Friendship Idealism Idealistic Ideals Liberty Minerva Minerve Pamphlet Pamphlets Personification Reform Reforms Seller Street Vendor Utopian Wisdom Allegorical French Revolution Symbolic Vendeuse
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This vibrant and historically significant print captures the essence of the National Almanach for 1791, dedicated to the Friends of the Constitution. Created by Philibert Louis Debucourt in 1790, this aquatint showcases a pivotal moment during the early stages of the French Revolution. At first glance, one is immediately drawn to a medallion depicting King Louis XVI at the top half of the almanac. However, it is Minerva, goddess of wisdom, drafting the new French Constitution that truly steals attention. Her presence symbolizes both intellect and progress as she carefully crafts a document that would shape France's future. The lower half reveals an empty space intended for inserting the calendar for 1791. This omission represents an open invitation for change and renewal in society as citizens eagerly awaited constitutional reforms. Intriguingly, on one side we see a street vendor selling political pamphlets known as vendeuses de libelles. These pamphlets played a crucial role in fueling public interest and excitement surrounding constitutional reforms during this tumultuous period. On the other side stands a diverse group of men embracing each other with genuine camaraderie. Among them is a Turk dressed in Ottoman attire, symbolizing utopian ideals of universal friendship cherished by revolutionaries. Through its vivid colors and intricate details, this print transports us back to an era marked by fervent passion for change and unity among individuals from all walks of life. It serves as both a historical artifact and an artistic testament to humanity's enduring pursuit of freedom and equality.
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