Le pied de nez - dedie aux aristocrates
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Le pied de nez - dedie aux aristocrates
Le pied de nez - dedie aux aristocrates. Print shows two angels, one standing on a globe and holding a sword, the other, as Fame, soaring above at right, holds a laurel crown and blows a horn; in the foreground, blown over by the force of the angels, lies the demon of aristocracy chocking on his long nose; on the left and in the background are clergymen and aristocrats with long noses. Date 1790. Le pied de nez - dedie aux aristocrates. Print shows two angels, one standing on a globe and holding a sword, the other, as Fame, soaring above at right, holds a laurel crown and blows a horn; in the foreground, blown over by the force of the angels, lies the demon of aristocracy chocking on his long nose; on the left and in the background are clergymen and aristocrats with long noses. Date 1790
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Le Pied de Nez - Dedie aux Aristocrates
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is an enlightening and satirical print from the year 1790, showcasing the social and political climate of the French Revolution. The image depicts two angels, one standing victoriously on a globe, symbolizing dominance over the world, and holding a sword. The other angel, personifying Fame, soars above, blowing a horn and holding a laurel wreath. In the foreground, the demon of aristocracy lies choking on his elongated nose, a symbol of their haughty and elitist nature. The demon's prostrate position signifies the imminent downfall of the aristocracy. Surrounding the scene, clergymen and aristocrats, also with long noses, are depicted in various poses, some in shock, others in denial, and others trying to flee from the scene. The print serves as a powerful commentary on the French Revolution, where the common people, represented by the angels, were rising up against the aristocracy and the clergy, symbolized by the long-nosed figures. The title "Le Pied de Nez - Dedie aux Aristocrates" translates to "The Nose under Foot - Dedicated to the Aristocrats," further emphasizing the message of the print. The year 1790 marks a pivotal moment in French history, as the Revolution was gaining momentum, and this print captures the spirit of the revolutionaries' determination to overthrow the aristocracy and bring about social and political change.
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