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Looting the house of St Lazare (engraving)
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Looting the house of St Lazare (engraving)
820431 Looting the house of St Lazare (engraving) by Prieur, (fl.1800); Private Collection; (add.info.: Looting the house of St Lazare, 13 July 1789. Drawn by Prieur, engraved by Berthault. Published in Historical paintings of the French Revolution: or analysis of major events that took place in France since the first assembly of notables held in Versailles in 1787, engraved by Jean Duplessi-Bertaux, Volume One; published in Paris, France, 1817.); Look and Learn / Elgar Collection
Media ID 23503474
© Look and Learn / Elgar Collection / Bridgeman Images
1789 Agitation Blurred Motion Looting Motion Pillaging Unrest French Revolution St Lazare
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This print captures a pivotal moment in history - the looting of the house of St Lazare during the French Revolution. The engraving, created by Prieur and engraved by Berthault, showcases the chaos and unrest that engulfed Paris on 13 July 1789. Published in Historical paintings of the French Revolution, this artwork provides an insightful analysis of major events that unfolded since the first assembly of notables held in Versailles. The image transports us back to a time when France was gripped by revolution, as crowds fill the streets with blurred motion and agitation. The architecture of St Lazare's house stands tall amidst this turmoil, serving as a poignant symbol for both power and vulnerability. As we gaze upon this historical scene, we are reminded of how movements can shape nations and alter destinies. The French Revolution marked a turning point not only for France but also for Europe as a whole. It ignited an era defined by action and change. Through this print from Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder collection, we are granted access to witness firsthand one small fragment of this transformative period in history. It serves as a reminder that even amidst chaos and upheaval, art has the power to preserve moments forever etched into our collective memory.
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