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Orgy des Gardes du corps dans la salle de l Opera de Versailles - 1 October 1789 - Pierre-Gabriel Berthault (engraver) (1737-1831) - The Gardes du Corps banquet in the opera hall of Versailles, 1 October 1789. French Revolution
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Orgy des Gardes du corps dans la salle de l Opera de Versailles - 1 October 1789 - Pierre-Gabriel Berthault (engraver) (1737-1831) - The Gardes du Corps banquet in the opera hall of Versailles, 1 October 1789. French Revolution
XEE4161112 Orgy des Gardes du corps dans la salle de l Opera de Versailles - 1 October 1789 - Pierre-Gabriel Berthault (engraver) (1737-1831) - The Gardes du Corps banquet in the opera hall of Versailles, 1 October 1789. French Revolution. by Berthault, Pierre-Gabriel (1737-1831); Private Collection; (add.info.: Orgy des Gardes du corps dans la salle de l Opera de Versailles - 1 October 1789 - Pierre-Gabriel Berthault (engraver) (1737-1831) - The Gardes du Corps banquet in the opera hall of Versailles, 1 October 1789. French Revolution.); Stefano Bianchetti
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This print captures a momentous event in history - the Gardes du Corps banquet in the opera hall of Versailles on 1 October 1789. The engraving, created by Pierre-Gabriel Berthault, showcases a grand feast attended by numerous individuals during the French Revolution. The image depicts an extravagant scene filled with opulence and decadence. A sea of people can be seen gathered around long tables adorned with lavish decorations. The room is illuminated by chandeliers, casting a soft glow over the festivities. It is evident that no expense was spared for this occasion. The significance of this gathering lies within its timing - it took place just months after the start of the French Revolution. As tensions grew between different factions within society, events like these became symbols of excess and inequality, fueling discontent among those who were suffering under oppressive conditions. Berthault's skillful engraving brings to life not only the physical details but also captures the atmosphere and energy of this historic moment. Through his artistry, we are transported back to a time when power dynamics were shifting, and societal unrest was reaching its peak. This print serves as a powerful reminder of both the extravagance enjoyed by some during tumultuous times and how such displays ultimately contributed to revolutionary sentiments that would reshape France's future forever.
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