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Fine Art Print : A Republican Beau
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A Republican Beau
A Republican Beau, A Picture Of Paris For 1794, Cruikshank, Isaac, 1756ja-1811ja, Artist, Engraving, 1794, A Man, A Sansculotte, In Ragged Red, White, And Blue Stripe Clothing, He Holds A Spiked Club In One Hand, Wears Pistols In His Belt On Which Is Written War Eternal War And He Has A Dead Infant Stuffed Into A Pocket. In The Near Background Is A Guillotine Replacing The Crucifix, Which Lies On The Ground, On An Altar Labeled This Is Our God And In The Distance Several Bodies Hang From A Gibbet
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Media ID 9705395
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1756 1794 1811 Altar Artist Artwork Background Belt Blue Bodies Clothing Club Crucifix Cruikshank Dead Distance Ground Guillotine Hand Holds Infant Isaac Labeled Lies Nostalgia Nostalgic Paris Picture Pocket Ragged Republican Romantic Spiked Stripe Stuffed Traditional Wears Written Beau Eternal Gibbet Hang Pistols Replacing Sansculotte
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Introducing the captivating Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the iconic engraving "A Republican Beau" by Isaac Cruikshank from Universal Images Group (UIG). This historic masterpiece, created in 1794, depicts a dashing man in the revolutionary spirit, dressed in the iconic red, white, and blue striped clothing of a Sansculotte. Add a touch of history and artistry to your space with this exquisite print, perfect for any room in your home or office. Experience the rich storytelling and intricate detail of this classic work, now available in a high-quality Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 37.4cm x 50.8cm (14.7" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This vintage print titled "A Republican Beau" by Isaac Cruikshank offers a haunting glimpse into the turbulent times of 1794 Paris. The artist's illustrative technique transports us to an era filled with political unrest and social upheaval. In this evocative scene, a man dressed in ragged red, white, and blue striped clothing stands before us. His attire symbolizes his allegiance to the republican cause during the French Revolution. Holding a spiked club in one hand and wearing pistols on his belt engraved with the words "War Eternal War" he embodies the spirit of defiance that characterized this period. However, it is the shocking detail of a dead infant stuffed into his pocket that truly captures our attention. This macabre addition serves as a stark reminder of the violence and suffering endured during those tumultuous years. The background reveals further symbolism: a guillotine replaces the crucifix on an altar labeled "This Is Our God" signifying both religious upheaval and rejection of traditional authority. In the distance, bodies hang from a gibbet, representing lives lost in pursuit of freedom. Isaac Cruikshank's engraving skillfully combines historical accuracy with artistic flair, transporting viewers back to this pivotal moment in history. This nostalgic piece invites contemplation about human nature's capacity for both heroism and brutality while serving as a testament to our enduring fascination with historic art.
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