Miniature Medallion Featuring Soldiers Of The Paperolle National Guard, 1789, Sdb25por002

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Miniature Medallion Featuring Soldiers Of The Paperolle National Guard, 1789, Sdb25por002

The scene shows National Guard soldiers—a citizen militia—standing at attention in their regulation blue and white uniforms in front of cannons.

The bottom banner bears the handwritten inscription: "National Guard" and below that, "July 14, 1789"

The radiant sun at the top symbolizes the awakening of Liberty and the dawn of a new era characteristic of republican and revolutionary iconography.

This type of relief miniature under a domed glass cover frequently incorporates elements of micro-sculpture or paper inlays, which were very popular for objects of civic devotion during the Revolution.

These precious historical artifacts were displayed in homes to demonstrate citizens’ support for the reforms of the Constituent Assembly and to avoid being associated with the Monarchy ...

Dimensions: approximately 11 x 11 cm
Diameter of the piece: approximately 6 cm

Medallion is complete and in good condition, considering its age; see photos
Glass in good condition
Set remains in good, original condition

400 €

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French Antiques Normandy - Bayeux, France

Period: 18th century

Style: Consulat, Empire

Condition: Condition of use

Material: Paper

Height: 11 cm

Reference (ID): 1805859

Availability: In stock

Miniature Medallion Featuring Soldiers Of The Paperolle National Guard, 1789, Sdb25por002

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