Terugkeer van Jacques Necker, 1788 1789

This 1789 engraving by Charles Etienne Gaucher, titled "Terugkeer van Jacques Necker, 1788," depicts a symbolic scene of Jacques Necker's return to France. Necker, a prominent figure in the French Revolution, is shown being welcomed by a personification of France, who is offering him a laurel wreath. The engraving uses a simple and straightforward style, typical of the period, to highlight the political significance of the event. This artwork is an example of the graphic arts being used to document and communicate key events in the French Revolution, offering insights into public sentiment and political figures of the time.