Lodewijk Filips I als moordenaar van de vrijheid 1834
acasati
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pencil drawn
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photo of handprinted image
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yellowing
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aged paper
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light pencil work
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yellowing background
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photo restoration
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light coloured
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old engraving style
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pencil work
This 1834 print by A. Casati depicts a satirical take on the political climate of the time. "Lodewijk Filips I als moordenaar van de vrijheid" translates to "Louis Philippe I as the murderer of freedom," portraying the king as a wolf pursuing the personified concept of freedom who is collapsing on the ground. The artwork uses symbolism and caricature to convey its message, making it a potent piece of political commentary from the early 19th century. The print is a powerful example of the use of art to critique authority and champion freedom, even in a time when such expression could be dangerous.
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