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L Arbre de Cracovie, 1742 (engraving)
5864423 L Arbre de Cracovie, 1742 (engraving) by Humblot, Antoine (d.1758); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris, France; (add.info.: The " Cracow Tree" was a chestnut tree planted by Cardinal Richelieu in the Palais-Royal, a gathering point for gossipmongers.
At Cafede Foy coffee-house, Camille Desmoulinss called citizens to arms leading to the storming of La Bastille); eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright
Media ID 22337698
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Chestnut Cracow Eighteenth Falsehood Gossip Information Krakow News Palais Royal
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The captivating print titled "L Arbre de Cracovie, 1742" takes us back to the enchanting gardens of Palais-Royal in Paris, France. This exquisite engraving by Antoine Humblot depicts the famous "Cracow Tree" a chestnut tree planted by Cardinal Richelieu. However, this tree holds more than just its natural beauty; it was also a gathering point for gossipmongers. Intriguingly, at Café de Foy coffee-house, history took an unexpected turn when Camille Desmoulinss called citizens to arms under this very tree. This courageous act ultimately led to the storming of La Bastille during the French Revolution. This remarkable artwork from eArchives Charmet captures not only the physical essence of the majestic chestnut tree but also symbolizes the power and influence that rumors and false information can have on society. The image invites contemplation about how news and gossip spread during the 18th century, long before our modern era of fake news. As we admire this piece from Bridgeman Images' collection on Fine Art Finder, let us reflect on how easily misinformation can be disseminated even today. The "Cracow Tree" stands as a reminder that seeking truth amidst falsehoods is essential in any age.
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