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The Inauguration of The Port of Cherbourg by Louis XVI (Furnishing Fabric), Nantes, c. 1787. Creator: Petitpierre et Cie
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The Inauguration of The Port of Cherbourg by Louis XVI (Furnishing Fabric), Nantes, c. 1787. Creator: Petitpierre et Cie
The Inauguration of The Port of Cherbourg by Louis XVI (Furnishing Fabric), Nantes, c. 1787. Designed by Jean Baptiste Huet after cartoon by Pierre Ozanne, manufactured by Petitpierre et Cie
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Barge Bourbon Louis De Capet Louis Cherbourg Copper Plate Printing Copperplate Printed Copperplate Printing Cotton Cotton Plain Weave Furnishing Houet Jean Baptiste Huet Jean Baptiste Huet Jean Baptiste I Huet Jean Baptiste Marie Jean Baptiste Houet Jean Baptiste Hüet Jean Baptiste Huet I Jean Baptiste Marie Huet King Louis Xvi Louis Auguste Louis Capet Louis Xvi King Of France Louis Xvi Of France Petitpierre Et Cie Petitpierre Et Compagnie Printed Royal Event Sailing Ships Soft Furnishing Interior Design
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The Inauguration of The Port of Cherbourg by Louis XVI (Furnishing Fabric) captures a momentous event in French history. This exquisite print, designed by Jean Baptiste Huet and manufactured by Petitpierre et Cie, showcases the grandeur and opulence of King Louis XVI's reign. The scene depicted on this copperplate printed fabric transports us to the port city of Cherbourg in 1787. A magnificent barge adorned with regal decorations glides through the waters, carrying the Bourbon king himself. Surrounding him are his loyal subjects, eagerly awaiting his arrival at this newly inaugurated port. The attention to detail is remarkable as every figure and architectural element is meticulously rendered on this cotton plain weave fabric. The vibrant colors and intricate patterns bring life to this historical moment, making it an ideal piece for interior decoration or design. This artwork not only celebrates the inauguration itself but also serves as a testament to France's rich maritime heritage. It reminds us of the importance that ports played in shaping nations during that era. As we admire this print from Heritage Images at the Art Institute Chicago, we are transported back in time to witness a significant event unfold before our eyes. It serves as a reminder of how art can capture history and preserve it for generations to come.
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