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The Oath of Lafayette, at the Fete de la Federation, July 14, 1790, 1791. Creator: Jacques-Louis David
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The Oath of Lafayette, at the Fete de la Federation, July 14, 1790, 1791. Creator: Jacques-Louis David
The Oath of Lafayette, at the Fete de la Federation, July 14, 1790, 1791
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The Oath of Lafayette at the Fête de la Fédération, July 14, 1790, 1791
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is a historic painting by the renowned French artist Jacques-Louis David. This masterpiece, created in the 18th century, captures a pivotal moment in French history during the French Revolution. The scene unfolds on the Champ de Mars in Paris, where a large crowd of people, including aristocrats and commoners, have gathered for a grand celebration. At the center of the painting, General Lafayette, played by Gilbert du Motier, Marquis de Lafayette, stands before an altar, holding a flag. He is surrounded by a group of children, representing the future of France, and several aristocrats, including Charles Maurice de Talleyrand-Perigord, Prince of Benevento, and his son. The children hold smaller versions of the tricolor flag, symbolizing the unity of the French people. The painting commemorates the Fête de la Fédération, a national holiday celebrating the unity of the French people under the new constitutional monarchy. The event marked a significant shift in the French Revolution, as the monarchy and the people came together in a show of solidarity. David's use of vibrant colors and dynamic composition adds to the heroic and historic nature of the painting. The large banner in the background, bearing the inscription "Du Motier, Garde Nationale," further emphasizes the importance of the National Guard in the revolution and the unity of the French people. This painting is now on display at the Musée de l'Orangerie in Paris and is an essential part of France's artistic and historical heritage.
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