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French Revolution: the peasants burned their feodal titles
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French Revolution: the peasants burned their feodal titles
XEE4172222 French Revolution: the peasants burned their feodal titles and danced around the fire to celebrate the abolition of privileges in August 1789. Engraving from 1889. Private collection. by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: French Revolution: the peasants burned their feodal titles and danced around the fire to celebrate the abolition of privileges in August 1789. Engraving from 1889. Private collection.); Stefano Bianchetti; French, out of copyright
Media ID 22757444
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Revolution 1789 French Revolution
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This engraving captures a pivotal moment in history - the French Revolution. In August 1789, as a symbol of their newfound freedom, the peasants gathered around a roaring fire to burn their feudal titles. The flames illuminated their faces with both determination and joy, as they celebrated the abolition of privileges that had oppressed them for centuries. The image exudes an atmosphere of liberation and unity. The peasants dance exuberantly around the fire, casting off the shackles of their past lives. Their movements are filled with energy and excitement, reflecting the hope and optimism that swept through France during this time of radical change. The artist's attention to detail is remarkable; every figure is meticulously rendered, capturing not only their physical appearance but also conveying their emotions. Each dancer seems to embody a different aspect of this historic event - defiance, relief, exhilaration. This engraving serves as a powerful reminder of how ordinary people can rise up against injustice and fight for equality. It immortalizes a moment when individuals reclaimed control over their own destinies and embraced the spirit of revolution. Now preserved in a private collection, this artwork by Stefano Bianchetti continues to inspire viewers with its depiction of an important chapter in human history - one that forever changed society's perception of power dynamics and ignited dreams for a more just future.
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