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Battle in front of the Eglise de la Chapelle, Paris. between the guardians of the barriers of the Fermiers Generaux and the revolutionaries on 24 January, 1791, c. 1795 (coloured engraving)
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Battle in front of the Eglise de la Chapelle, Paris. between the guardians of the barriers of the Fermiers Generaux and the revolutionaries on 24 January, 1791, c. 1795 (coloured engraving)
CHT441008 Battle in front of the Eglise de la Chapelle, Paris. between the guardians of the barriers of the Fermiers Generaux and the revolutionaries on 24 January, 1791, c.1795 (coloured engraving) by Bulthuis, Jan (1750-1801) (after); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; © Archives Charmet
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The captivating coloured engraving titled "Battle in front of the Eglise de la Chapelle, Paris" takes us back to a significant moment during the French Revolution. The image depicts a fierce clash between two opposing forces: the guardians of the barriers of the Fermiers Generaux and the revolutionaries on 24 January 1791. Set against the backdrop of an imposing stone church on the outskirts of Paris, this scene captures both chaos and determination. The revolutionaries, driven by their desire for change and freedom from oppressive taxes, confront their adversaries head-on. Armed with rifles and mounted on horses, they face off against soldiers tasked with guarding tolls. The intensity is palpable as gunfire fills the air and clashes erupt between these two factions. Death hangs heavy in this battle scene as lives are lost amidst cries for justice and equality. This artwork not only serves as a historical record but also highlights key themes such as uprising, conflict, and resistance that defined one of history's most transformative periods –the French Revolution. It showcases how ordinary citizens fought bravely against those who sought to maintain power through taxation. Jan Bulthuis' masterful engraving skillfully captures every detail – from architectural elements like walls and monuments to individuals engaged in hand-to-hand combat. This piece stands as a testament to art's ability to preserve important moments in time while evoking emotion within its viewers.
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