Allegorie op de Franse natie 1781 - 1816

This engraving by Giacomo Zatta, titled "Allegorie op de Franse natie" (Allegory of the French Nation), depicts a central figure, representing France, crowned with a laurel wreath and standing on a pedestal. She is flanked by figures representing various aspects of French society, including a warrior, a woman representing liberty, and an angel. The inscription at the bottom references the victory of the French nation over despotism, highlighting the values of liberty and equality. The artwork, created between 1781 and 1816, is a striking example of Neoclassical art, utilizing idealized figures and classical iconography to convey powerful themes of political and social change.