Fin tragique de Marie Antoinette d Autriche reine
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Fin tragique de Marie Antoinette d Autriche reine
Fin tragique de Marie Antoinette d Autriche reine de France, executee le 16 octobre 1793, Prints of the French Revolution, Engraving, etching, black-and-white, ca. 1793
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Media ID 18510984
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1793 Antoinette Black And White French Revolution Marie Reine Dautriche Octobre
EDITORS COMMENTS
This powerful print captures the tragic end of Marie Antoinette, the Queen of France. Executed on October 16,1793, her fate was sealed during the tumultuous times of the French Revolution. The image showcases an engraving and etching in striking black-and-white tones, evoking a sense of somberness and historical significance. Marie Antoinette's story is one that continues to captivate audiences around the world. As an Austrian queen married to Louis XVI, she faced immense scrutiny and criticism from the French people for her extravagant lifestyle and perceived indifference towards their suffering. Eventually labeled as "Madame Deficit" by her detractors, she became a symbol of royal excess amidst widespread poverty. The execution scene depicted in this print serves as a poignant reminder of the brutality that unfolded during those turbulent years. It invites viewers to reflect upon the consequences of unchecked power and societal unrest. The Liszt Collection has masterfully preserved this historic moment through its meticulous reproduction techniques. While not intended for commercial use, this photograph allows us to delve into history's darkest chapters and remember Marie Antoinette as both a controversial figurehead and a victim caught in political turmoil. As we gaze upon this haunting image, let us honor Marie Antoinette's memory while also contemplating how such events shaped our modern understanding of justice, revolution, and human resilience.
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