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The Representative of the People in Office, 1794 (watercolour on paper)
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The Representative of the People in Office, 1794 (watercolour on paper)
XIR903230 The Representative of the People in Office, 1794 (watercolour on paper) by David, Jacques Louis (1748-1825); 31.5x22 cm; Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris, France; (add.info.: Le Representant du peuple en fonction
Musee Carnavalet catalogue: " La Revolution franeaise, le Premier Empire, Dessins du musee Carnavalet"
David was commissioned to make a preparatory study on the ways in which to improve the current uniform and to appropriate it according to republican morals.
); French, out of copyright
Media ID 12946273
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Belt Deputy Eloquent On Duty On Foot Orator Representative Scarf Speaking Toque French Revolution
EDITORS COMMENTS
This watercolour print, titled "The Representative of the People in Office, 1794" by Jacques Louis David, transports us back to the tumultuous era of the French Revolution. The young man depicted stands tall and confident, adorned in a striking uniform that symbolizes his role as a deputy and politician. His belt cinches his waist while his scarf elegantly drapes over one shoulder, adding an air of authority to his presence. As an orator, he is captured mid-speech, passionately addressing the crowd with eloquence and conviction. The artist's attention to detail is evident in every brushstroke; from the intricate folds of his cloak to the carefully rendered hat atop his head - a tri-coloured toque proudly displaying France's symbolic colors: red, white, and blue. Commissioned specifically for this purpose, David sought not only to depict this representative but also aimed to improve upon their current uniform design. He wanted it to reflect republican morals while maintaining its significance during these revolutionary times. Displayed at Musee de la Ville de Paris Carnavalet Museum in France today, this artwork serves as a powerful reminder of an era marked by political upheaval and societal transformation. It encapsulates both the spirit and visual aesthetics associated with one of history's most significant events - the French Revolution in all its glory.
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