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French Revolution: Father Time flying past altar on which the privileges of the nobility
French Revolution: Father Time flying past altar on which the privileges of the nobility and clergy are being burned. He is anointing the forehead of one priest with ashes while others draw back. Print 1790. Anti-Clericalism
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Media ID 9758355
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1790 Altar Back Burned Cartoon Clergy Draw Father Flying Past Political Priest Revolution Time Anointing Anti Clericalism Ashes Forehead Nobility Privileges
10"x8" (25x20cm) Table Top Metal Print
Step back in time with Media Storehouse's Metal Prints featuring this iconic image from the French Revolution. Witness the passing of Father Time as he flies past an altar where the privileges of the nobility and clergy are being destroyed. Each print is meticulously crafted from high-quality metal, ensuring a stunning and durable display. Relive history with this captivating and thought-provoking piece from Universal Images Group.
Table Top Metal Prints feature rounded corners and an easel back for easy display. Available in two sizes, 18x13cm (7x5) or 25x20cm (10x8). Lightweight and vibrant, they are perfect for displaying artwork and are guaranteed to add style to any desk or table top. The unique material is fade, moisture, chemical and scratch resistant to help ensure this art lasts a lifetime.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This powerful print from 1790 captures the essence of the French Revolution, depicting Father Time soaring past an altar where the privileges of the nobility and clergy are being consumed by flames. The artist's intention is clear - to symbolize the destruction of these entrenched powers that had long oppressed the common people. In this political cartoon, Father Time is shown anointing the forehead of a priest with ashes, while other clergymen recoil in fear or disbelief. This act represents a turning point in history, as it signifies not only their loss of authority but also their complicity in perpetuating inequality and injustice. The use of vivid imagery and symbolism underscores anti-clerical sentiments prevalent during this period. By portraying Father Time flying above them, it suggests that time itself has become an agent for change and progress. The burning altar serves as a visual representation of societal transformation, as old structures crumble to make way for new ideals. This artwork encapsulates both hope and defiance; hope for a future free from oppression and defiance against those who sought to maintain their privileged positions at any cost. It stands as a testament to the power of art in capturing historical moments and conveying complex ideas through simple yet profound visuals.
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