The National Guard of Paris Departs for the Army

The National Guard of Paris Departs for the Army

Léon Cogniet

1834

oil

From the collection of Palace of Versailles

About this work

This painting shows a crowd of people gathered near a river, with a large building in the background. The crowd is made up of men, women, and children, all dressed in clothing from the early 19th century. Some of the men are holding weapons, while others are standing on horseback. In the center of the painting, a group of men are standing on a raised platform, surrounded by a large crowd. One of the men is holding a flag, while another is speaking to the crowd. The atmosphere of the painting is one of excitement and energy, with the crowd seeming to surge forward. The painting is a depiction of a historical event, and it is held at the Palace of Versailles.

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