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France. 18th century. Masquerade ball. Colored engraving
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France. 18th century. Masquerade ball. Colored engraving
French history. 18th century. Masquerade ball. Party hosted by the city of Paris in honor of King Louis XVI. January 23, 1782. Engraving of Paris to travers les ages. Colored
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1782 Absolutism Absolutist Aristocracy Ball Dancer Frech Honor Hosted Masquerade Monarch Monarchy Nobility Opulence Regime Stratified January
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A Masked Delight: The Opulence of an 18th Century Masquerade Ball in Paris, Honoring King Louis XVI Amidst the grandeur and splendor of the Old Regime, the city of Paris played host to an extraordinary event on the cold night of January 23, 1782. In honor of their monarch, King Louis XVI, the aristocracy and privileged class gathered for an unforgettable masquerade ball. The opulence of the occasion was captured in this stunning colored engraving, titled 'Paris traverse les ages' or 'Paris Through the Ages.' The engraving depicts a grand palace, adorned with intricate gold detailing and vibrant colors, serving as the backdrop for the festivities. Noblemen and noblewomen, dressed in their finest attire, dance the night away, their faces obscured by elaborate masks. The atmosphere is one of absolute joy and merriment, a momentary escape from the rigid societal norms of the time. The masquerade ball was a symbol of the absolutist monarchy's power and control over the aristocracy. King Louis XVI, a figurehead of the Old Regime, presided over a kingdom that was deeply stratified and class-conscious. The nobility, with their privileged status, reveled in the opulence of the ball, further highlighting the stark divide between the rich and the poor. This beautiful and intricately detailed colored engraving serves as a window into the past, offering a glimpse into the opulent world of the 18th century French court. The masquerade ball, with its air of mystery and intrigue, remains a captivating moment in French history, a testament to the grandeur and excess of the Old Regime.
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