Place De La Revolution Collection
"The Place de la Revolution: Witness to the End of an Era" Step back in time to the morning of 16 October 1793, as Marie Antoinette faced her final moments
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"The Place de la Revolution: Witness to the End of an Era" Step back in time to the morning of 16 October 1793, as Marie Antoinette faced her final moments. The Centenary of her Execution marked a turning point in history, and this engraving captures the somber scene that unfolded at the Place de la Revolution. Just months earlier, on 21 January 1793, Louis XVI met his fate at this very spot. Another engraving immortalizes the chilling moment when he was executed. The vibrant colors bring forth a sense of urgency and turmoil that engulfed Paris during those tumultuous times. As you gaze upon these engravings, imagine yourself amidst the crowd gathered in front of the guillotine. Feel their mixed emotions – anger, fear, anticipation – as they witnessed justice being served or perhaps questioned its righteousness. The Place de la Concorde stands today where these historic events took place. Tom Artin's photograph captures its grandeur and significance. This iconic square has seen it all – from revolutionary fervor to peaceful protests throughout history. In contrast to its current appearance, lithographs depict how the National Convention transformed this space during the French Revolution (1792-1795). It became a symbol of power and change for a nation seeking liberation from monarchy. Louis XVI's final moments are also captured in an oil painting titled "Louis XVI at the Foot of Scaffold. " The artist skillfully portrays his resignation and acceptance before meeting his tragic end on that fateful day. Fast forward to more recent times - Brasier's photograph from 1900 showcases Place de la Concorde bustling with activity; people going about their daily lives unaware or perhaps indifferent to its dark past. But let us not forget that before it was renamed Place de la Revolution on 11 April 1792 after Louis XV's reign ended tragically with his execution there too - it was known as Place Louis XV.