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Revolution Through Art

Revolution Through Art. Class: Global Dynamics 4 Teacher: Mr. McDonald B y: Tom Coneys.

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Revolution Through Art

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  1. Revolution Through Art Class: Global Dynamics 4 Teacher: Mr. McDonald By: Tom Coneys

  2. This painting is the symbol of the French revolution which lasted from 1789-1799. The lady in the painting is referred to as lady liberty and is suppose to represent the common people wanting liberty from the French monarchy. The artist, Eugene Delacroix seems to be in support of the revolutionary movement. "LIBERTY LEADING THE PEOPLE" by Eugene Delacroix

  3. This political cartoon shows the artists opinion of the world super powers of the time period, Britain and France. The leaders of each power are depicted slicing the world up for themselves as though it is a piece of meat showing the artists disdain for the 2 leaders and there actions. British vs French

  4. Storming the Bastille 14 July 1789 A Famous painting and moment of the French revolution this represents the conflict in France during the revolution. The Bastille was a huge prison that held enemies of the crown especially those that would encourage revolution against the monarchy. In this painting the artist represents the awe and terror of the revolution.

  5. Execution of Louis XVI This painting represents the end of the French revolution with the beheading of Louis XVI and the end of the monarchy in France. This was a positive step towards a people’s government. The painting really shows the mood of the time particularly with the common folks cheering.

  6. The Guillotine was a invention of death beheading the victims forced on to it. The machine got its name from Dr. Louis Guillotin who suggested it be used for all public executions. The most famous execution the guillotine was responsible for was that of king Louis of France. The Guillotine

  7. Bibliography "Frenchrevolution Intro." Welcome to Open Bible Ministries. Web. 10 Oct. 2011. <http://www.1335.com/frenchrevolution.html>. "THE FRENCH REVOLUTION NAPOLEON BONAPARTE EMPEROR OF FRANCE." SOLAR NAVIGATOR HOMEPAGE INFORMATION PORTAL MARINE WORLD ELECTRIC NAVIGATION CHALLENGE. Web. 10 Oct. 2011. <http://www.solarnavigator.net/history/french_revolution.htm>. "The Guillotine: a Humane Form of Execution - HistoryWiz." HistoryWiz: for Students, Teachers and Lovers of History. Web. 10 Oct. 2011. <http://www.historywiz.com/guillotine.htm>.

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