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Exhibition of Pierre Nicolas Perrin in Place de la Revolution, 29 vendemiaire, year II, c1793. Creator: Pierre-Antoine Demachy
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Exhibition of Pierre Nicolas Perrin in Place de la Revolution, 29 vendemiaire, year II, c1793. Creator: Pierre-Antoine Demachy
Exhibition of Pierre Nicolas Perrin in Place de la Revolution, 29 vendemiaire, year II, c1793
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This evocative oil on canvas painting by Pierre-Antoine Demachy captures the historic moment of the Exhibition of Pierre Nicolas Perrin in Place de la Revolution on 29 vendemiaire, year II (November 18, 1793), during the French Revolution. The painting portrays a large crowd gathered in the square, which was then known as Place de la Revolution, now famous as Place de la Concorde. The focus of the crowd's attention is the scaffold in the center of the square, where Pierre Nicolas Perrin, a merchant and political opponent of the radical Jacobin regime, is being punished for his counter-revolutionary activities. The painting is a testament to the tumultuous political climate of the time, with a diverse group of people, including men and women, gathered to witness the public punishment. Notable figures of the First Republic, such as members of the National Convention and the Parliament, can be seen in the crowd, adding to the political significance of the event. The painting was exhibited at the Hotel de Crillon, now the site of the Musée Carnavalet, a historic institution dedicated to the history of Paris. The rich colors and intricate details of the painting bring the past to life, transporting us back to the 18th century and the historic events that shaped the course of French history. The painting is a valuable addition to the heritage of French art and a reminder of the country's rich artistic and historical legacy. The use of oil on canvas and the meticulous brushwork of Demachy add depth and texture to the image, making it a stunning work of art that continues to captivate and inspire viewers to this day.
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