French Revolution: destruction of feodal titles, abolition of the privileges of the nobility and the clerk (seigneurial rights, dime...) night of 4 August 1789. Engraving in "Histoire de France"

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French Revolution: destruction of feodal titles, abolition of the privileges of the nobility and the clerk (seigneurial rights, dime...) night of 4 August 1789. Engraving in "Histoire de France"

DUV4205556 French Revolution: destruction of feodal titles, abolition of the privileges of the nobility and the clerk (seigneurial rights, dime...) night of 4 August 1789. Engraving in "Histoire de France". Series of advertising images published on behalf of Louit, 24 rue d'Eysines-a-Bordeaux, circa 1920. Total image size: 7.8x5.5 cm. Private collection.; Private Collection; (add.info.: French Revolution: destruction of feodal titles, abolition of the privileges of the nobility and the clerk (seigneurial rights, dime...) night of 4 August 1789. Engraving in "Histoire de France". Series of advertising images published on behalf of Louit, 24 rue d'Eysines-a-Bordeaux, circa 1920. Total image size: 7.8x5.5 cm. Private collection.); Photo © Duvallon

Media ID 38444060

© Photo © Duvallon / Bridgeman Images

Clerge Histoire Noblesse Ordre Religieux Pretre Revolution 1789 Revolution Francaise Societe 18eme Siecle Duvallon French Revolution Religious Role

EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a pivotal moment in French history - the night of August 4, 1789, during the French Revolution. In this engraving from "Histoire de France," we witness the destruction of feudal titles and the abolition of privileges held by the nobility and clergy. The scene is filled with tension as societal norms are upended and power dynamics shift dramatically. The image showcases a group of individuals coming together to renounce their seigneurial rights and dimes, symbolizing a break from the oppressive feudal system that had long plagued France. The figures in the engraving represent different facets of society - priests, nobles, and commoners alike - all united in their desire for change. Published as part of an advertising series on behalf of Louit in Bordeaux circa 1920, this historical snapshot serves as a reminder of the enduring impact of revolution and reform. It is a testament to the courage and resilience of those who fought for equality and justice during one of France's most turbulent periods. As we gaze upon this small yet powerful image, we are transported back to a time when ordinary people dared to challenge authority and demand freedom from oppression. It is a visual representation of hope amidst chaos, reminding us that change is possible when individuals come together for a common cause.

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