One morning in front of the Louvre 1880

"One morning in front of the Louvre" by Edouard Debat-Ponsan is a historical painting depicting a dramatic scene of a royal procession passing by a group of dead bodies. The composition emphasizes the stark contrast between the opulent attire of the royalty and the stark reality of the dead, bringing to light the indifference of the powerful. The scene is set against a backdrop of the Louvre, a symbol of French power, further highlighting the theme of social disparity in 19th-century French society. This painting, created in 1880, showcases Debat-Ponsan's mastery in depicting historical narratives with dramatic realism.