Description
An abundance of lanterns and fireworks light the night sky in this Parisian scene. Revelers scramble atop roofs, balconies, bridges, and ships to join in the celebration of a warm Bastille Day, which honors the birth of the French Republic. The French constitution allows its President to pardon crimes on this day, a tradition that continues today.
Provenance
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The Festival of 14 July, Illumination of the Place of the Republic (after H. Scott)
1880
Accession Number
2007.250
Medium
wood engraving
Dimensions
Sheet: 36.8 x 51.7 cm (14 1/2 x 20 3/8 in.); Image: 31.4 x 45.3 cm (12 3/8 x 17 13/16 in.)
Classification
Credit Line
Gift of John Bonebrake
