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Exit Liberte al Francois Or Buonaparte closing the Farce of Egalite, at St Cloud near Paris
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Exit Liberte al Francois Or Buonaparte closing the Farce of Egalite, at St Cloud near Paris
Exit Liberte al Francois Or Buonaparte closing the Farce of Egalite, at St Cloud near Paris, Nov 10th 1799. Napoleons Coup d Etat of Eighteenth Brumaire. British cartoon by James Gillray, 21 Nov 1799. First Consul Satire France
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10th 1799 Caricature Cartoon Closing Cloud Consul Coup Eighteenth Etat Exit Francois Gillray James Napoleon Paris Satire Brumaire Buonaparte Egalite Farce Liberte
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This British cartoon by James Gillray, titled "Exit Liberte al Francois Or Buonaparte closing the Farce of Egalite, at St Cloud near Paris" captures a pivotal moment in history - Napoleon's Coup d'Etat of Eighteenth Brumaire on November 10th, 1799. The artwork satirically portrays Napoleon as the First Consul of France, symbolizing his rise to power and the end of the French Revolution's ideals. The scene takes place at St Cloud near Paris, where Napoleon is depicted closing the curtain on Liberty (Liberte) and Equality (Egalite), effectively ending their farcical existence. The caricature humorously highlights how Napoleon manipulated these principles for his own gain. James Gillray's masterful artistry shines through in this piece with intricate details and clever symbolism. His use of satire exposes Napoleon's coup as a theatrical performance that ultimately undermines the values it claims to uphold. This historical print serves as a reminder of how political power can distort noble intentions and showcases Gillray's talent for blending art with social commentary. It offers viewers an opportunity to reflect on the complexities of revolution and its aftermath while appreciating the artistic brilliance behind this British cartoon from 1799.
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