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The gibbet of Montfaucon (engraving) (b / w photo)
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CHT280100 The gibbet of Montfaucon (engraving) (b/w photo) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris, France; (add.info.: le gibet de Montfaucon; town formerly located outside Paris between La Villette and Les Buttes-Chaumont; the gibbet unused from c17th, demolished in 1761; ); © Archives Charmet
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This haunting print captures the chilling image of "The gibbet of Montfaucon" engraving by the French School in the 19th century. The Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs in Paris, France houses this historical piece that depicts a grim reminder of capital punishment. Once located outside Paris between La Villette and Les Buttes-Chaumont, Montfaucon was known for its infamous gibbet. This tower-like structure served as a scaffold where criminals met their gruesome fate through hanging. However, by the 17th century, this macabre site fell into disuse and was eventually demolished in 1761. Intricately engraved with meticulous detail, this print showcases the eerie atmosphere surrounding the gibbet. The walls of death loom ominously as a silent testament to past executions. A lifeless corpse hangs from ropes above, serving as a stark reminder of the consequences faced by those condemned to die. "The gibbet of Montfaucon" engraving is not just an artistic representation but also a historical document shedding light on society's use of capital punishment during that era. It serves as a somber reflection on justice systems throughout history and raises questions about our own modern approach to criminal sentencing. Archives Charmet has preserved this image which continues to captivate viewers with its dark allure and thought-provoking subject matter.
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