Poster Print : French Revolution 1789. Suppression of religious orders: a Capuchin Friar disposing

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French Revolution 1789. Suppression of religious orders: a Capuchin Friar disposing

French Revolution 1789. Suppression of religious orders: a Capuchin Friar disposing of his habit to a Jewish second-hand clothes dealer. 18th century coloured engraving. Carnavalet, Paris

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Media ID 9764493

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1789 18th Century Clothes Coloured Dealer Friar Habit Jewish Orders Paris Revolution State Capuchin Carnavalet Disposing Second Hand Suppression

A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print

Experience the historic drama of the French Revolution with our stunning poster prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, sourced from Universal Images Group (UIG), depicts a pivotal moment during the Suppression of Religious Orders in 1789. Witness the poignant scene of a Capuchin Friar disposing of his habit to a Jewish second-hand clothes dealer. This beautifully colored engraving, preserved at Carnavalet, Paris, comes to life in our high-quality poster prints. Transport yourself back in time and add a touch of history to your home or office decor.

A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.

Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.

Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.9cm x 42cm (21.2" x 16.5")

Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.

EDITORS COMMENTS
This 18th-century coloured engraving from the Carnavalet Museum in Paris transports us back to a pivotal moment in history - the French Revolution of 1789. The image depicts an intense scene during the suppression of religious orders, where a Capuchin Friar is seen parting ways with his habit. What makes this exchange even more intriguing is that he is handing it over to a Jewish second-hand clothes dealer. In this single frame, we witness the collision of two worlds and ideologies. The revolutionaries' fervor for secularism clashed with centuries-old religious traditions, resulting in dramatic shifts within society. This print serves as a poignant reminder of how deeply entrenched religion was in every aspect of life at that time. The expressions on both figures' faces speak volumes about their respective predicaments. The Capuchin Friar's face reflects resignation and perhaps even sorrow as he relinquishes his sacred garment, symbolizing not only his personal sacrifice but also the dismantling of religious institutions across France. On the other hand, the Jewish second-hand clothes dealer appears stoic yet intrigued by this unexpected transaction, highlighting how people from diverse backgrounds were affected by these tumultuous times. As we gaze upon this historical artifact captured through vibrant colours and intricate engravings, we are reminded that history is never black and white; it unfolds through countless shades and perspectives. It prompts us to reflect on how societal transformations can bring unlikely alliances while simultaneously upending long-standing traditions – forever altering our collective narrative.

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