Betaling van assignaten, 1795 1853 - 1861

"Betaling van assignaten, 1795" is a lithograph by Clemens Prosper Schreurs, created between 1853 and 1861. The artwork depicts a scene of people exchanging assignats, paper money issued during the French Revolution, at a bank. The historical setting, the detailed figures and the realistic depiction of the interior space contribute to the artwork’s historical narrative and artistic value. The lithograph's small scale, measuring 161 mm in height and 240 mm in width, suggests it was likely part of a series or a collection. This artwork offers a glimpse into the socio-economic conditions of the French Revolution era, illustrating the complexities of currency and commerce during that tumultuous time.