Medaillon med portrætter af Ludvig XVI, hans dronning og søn 1793

This 1793 medallion by G.N. Angelo portrays King Louis XVI, his wife Marie Antoinette, and their son, Louis XVII, in profile. The piece, executed in blue ink, is part of a larger print that also features a poem in French, The medallion, with its inscription "VOIEZ LES ET PLEUREZ LES", serves as a poignant reminder of the tragic fates of the French royal family during the French Revolution. The artwork is a testament to the historical and political context of the time, capturing the public’s mourning and sympathy for the monarchy. The piece, currently housed at the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, is a small but significant work that offers a glimpse into the turbulent era.