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The French in Venice, a Scene outside the Cathedral of St Mark in 1797 (engraving)
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The French in Venice, a Scene outside the Cathedral of St Mark in 1797 (engraving)
1056308 The French in Venice, a Scene outside the Cathedral of St Mark in 1797 (engraving) by Baude, Charles (1853-1935); Private Collection; (add.info.: The French in Venice, a Scene outside the Cathedral of St Mark in 1797. Illustration for The Graphic, 1892.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 25145248
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1797 Abdicate Angst Anguish Anxiety Bonaparte Committees Compelled Declaration Defend Destroyed Doge Foreign Frightened Ideas Independence Introduced Populace Rabble Republic Revolutionary Senate Standard Tokens Venetians Cathedral Of St Mark Franch Places Of Worship
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The French in Venice, a Scene outside the Cathedral of St Mark in 1797
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. This engraving by Charles Baude takes us back to the tumultuous year of 1797, when Venice found itself under French occupation. The scene depicts a momentous event outside the grand Cathedral of St Mark, as the French revolutionary forces introduced their ideas and compelled the Venetian Senate to abdicate. The print captures both the anxiety and anguish felt by the Venetians as they witness their beloved city being transformed under foreign rule. The boats filled with French soldiers serve as tokens of war, while the frightened populace looks on in fear and uncertainty. In stark contrast to this atmosphere of distress, we see elements that symbolize hope for independence. The rose-colored flag bearing "Franch" (French) standard flutters above one boat, representing an introduction of new ideals into this ancient city. Meanwhile, committees imbued with notions of liberty defend themselves against an oligarchy that once ruled unchallenged. The destruction inflicted upon places of worship further emphasizes both physical and ideological changes taking place within Venice. As Bonaparte's forces assert their dominance over Europe, even sacred spaces like St Mark's Cathedral are not spared from transformation. Through this powerful image, Baude allows us to glimpse into a pivotal moment in history when old orders crumbled and new ones emerged amidst turmoil and apprehension. It serves as a reminder that no city or society is immune to change or foreign influence – even one as richly steeped in tradition as Venice.
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