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An escape a la Francois, 1791
An escape a la Francois pub. London 1791 (hand coloured engraving)
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Bishop Coachman Crook Demon Devil English School 18th Century Escape Fleeing Flight French Revolution Hand Coloured Engraving Horse Drawn Carriage Louis Xiv Monk Pope Royal Family Aristocrat Historica Graphica Collection Queen Marie Antoinette Two Wheeled Varennes
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An Escape à la François, 1791 - A Glimpse into the Turmoil of the French Revolution
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. This hand-coloured engraving from London in 1791 takes us back to the heart of one of history's most tumultuous periods - the French Revolution. The scene unfolds with a two-wheeled horse-drawn carriage hurtling through the countryside, its aristocratic occupants desperately fleeing for their lives. In this satirical caricature, we witness an eclectic mix of characters onboard. Among them are a bishop and a monk, symbolizing the corrupt religious establishment that was under attack during this time. The devil himself seems to be orchestrating their escape, his presence accentuating the chaotic nature of these events. Atop the carriage sits King Louis XIV and Queen Marie Antoinette, recognizable by her iconic hairstyle. Their expressions betray fear and desperation as they try to outrun their fate. Female horses pull them forward with great speed while a crook-wielding coachman expertly navigates through treacherous terrain. The artist masterfully captures both tension and movement in this historical illustration. It serves as a reminder of how power dynamics were overturned during this revolutionary period when ordinary citizens rose against oppressive monarchies. Preserved within Heritage Images' Historica Graphica Collection, this print offers us an intriguing glimpse into an era defined by political upheaval and social change. It invites contemplation on themes such as revolution, freedom, and humanity's unyielding desire for liberation
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