Months in the Second Year of the French Republican Calendar 1792 - 1794
salvatoretresca
photo of handprinted image
aged paper
light pencil work
pale palette
photo restoration
ink paper printed
parchment
light coloured
old engraving style
white palette
Salvatore Tresca's engraving "Months in the Second Year of the French Republican Calendar" (1792-1794) depicts a woman adorned with flowers, symbolizing the beauty and bounty of nature. The figure's serene expression and elegant pose evoke a sense of tranquility and grace. The detailed rendering of the flowers and foliage showcases Tresca's mastery of line and shading, creating a sense of depth and realism. This piece reflects the artistic trends of the French Revolution, with its focus on classical motifs and themes of natural beauty. The engraving is a testament to the artistic talent of Tresca and his ability to capture the spirit of the era through his work.
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The calendar sheets are illustrated with young women flimsily attired in the latest Neoclassical fashion. After the French Revolution of 1789, the Republicans emphatically distanced themselves from the past, the Ancien Régime. They replaced the old Gregorian calendar and gave the months new names based on natural elements. This publication, which is reminiscent of later pin-up calendars, may have been intended for an intimate private setting.
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