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Scuffles at the inauguration of a statue of the philosopher Ernest Renan at Treguier, Brittany (colour litho)
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Scuffles at the inauguration of a statue of the philosopher Ernest Renan at Treguier, Brittany (colour litho)
2795763 Scuffles at the inauguration of a statue of the philosopher Ernest Renan at Treguier, Brittany (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Scuffles at the inauguration of a statue of the philosopher Ernest Renan at Treguier, Brittany. Breton Catholics, angered by the religious poilicies of the government of Prime Minister Emile Combes, regarded the placing of the statue in the towns cathedral square as an anti-Catholic provocation. Inauguration de la statue de Renan. Les incidents de Treguier. Illustration for Le Petit Journal, 27 September 1903.); © Look and Learn
Media ID 23451884
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7 Deadly Sins Agitation Anger Angry Bitterness Blurred Motion Breton Demonstration Disruption Emile Combes Ernest Renan Furor Inauguration Motion Protest Protesters Rage Scuffle Seven Deadly Sins Unrest Brawl Brawling Catholics Disrupting Emotions Feeling Fighting Conflict Treguier
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This print captures the intense scuffles that erupted at the inauguration of a statue honoring philosopher Ernest Renan in Treguier, Brittany. The color lithograph, created by an anonymous French School artist in the 20th century, showcases a moment of unrest and anger during this significant event. Breton Catholics, deeply offended by the government's religious policies under Prime Minister Emile Combes, saw the placement of Renan's statue in the cathedral square as a deliberate anti-Catholic provocation. As a result, protesters clashed with soldiers and disrupted what was meant to be a peaceful ceremony. The image portrays a chaotic scene filled with fighting crowds and soldiers attempting to maintain order amidst political tensions. It reflects not only the clash between protesters and authorities but also highlights broader themes such as religion, politics, and social movements. The photograph evokes strong emotions - anger, rage, bitterness - as individuals confront each other in battle-like fashion. It symbolizes more than just physical conflict; it represents an ideological struggle against perceived injustices. Through blurred motion and dynamic action depicted within this artwork from Fine Art Finder's private collection, viewers are transported back to that fateful day in September 1903 when passions ran high and Breton Catholics fought for their beliefs against what they perceived as an affront to their faith.
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