Spotprent op de Franse Revolutie, 1792 by Thomas Rowlandson

Spotprent op de Franse Revolutie, 1792 1792

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print, etching

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etching

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caricature

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romanticism

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history-painting

"Philosophy Run Mad, or A Stupendous Monument of Human Wisdom" is a satirical print by Thomas Rowlandson, created in 1792, during the French Revolution. This artwork depicts a chaotic scene of figures representing various ideals and concepts associated with the revolution, such as "Liberty" and "Equality". Rowlandson's use of caricature and exaggeration criticizes the excesses and absurdity of the revolution, highlighting the gap between revolutionary ideals and reality. The print, held in the Rijksmuseum, is a powerful example of political satire and offers a glimpse into the turbulent socio-political climate of the time.

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