Class: Global Dynamics 4Teacher: Mr. McDonald

By: Tom Coneys

Revolution Through Art

This painting is the symbol of the French revolution which lasted from 1789-

1799. The lady in the painting is referred to as

lady liberty and is suppose to represent the common

people wanting liberty from the French monarchy. The

artist, Eugene Delacroix seems to be in support of

the revolutionary movement.

"LIBERTY LEADING THE PEOPLE" by Eugene Delacroix

This political cartoon shows the artists opinion

of the world super powers of the time period, Britain and

France. The leaders of each power are depicted

slicing the world up for themselves as though it

is a piece of meat showing the artists

disdain for the 2 leaders and there actions.

British vs French

Storming the Bastille 14 July 1789

A Famous painting and moment of the French

revolution this represents the conflict in France during the revolution. The Bastille

was a huge prison that held enemies of the crown

especially those that would encourage revolution

against the monarchy. In this painting the artist

represents the awe and terror of the revolution.

Execution of Louis XVI

This painting represents the end of the French

revolution with the beheading of Louis XVI and the end of the monarchy in France. This was a positive

step towards a people’s government. The painting really shows the mood of the time particularly with

the common folks cheering.

The Guillotine The Guillotine was a

invention of death beheading the victims

forced on to it. The machine got its name from Dr. Louis Guillotin who suggested it

be used for all public executions. The most famous execution the

guillotine was responsible for was that of king Louis of

France.

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