This is a drawing of a classical statue labeled "Republique" on a pedestal. Two hands on either side of the statue are pulling ropes attached to it. The caption below states that an equilibrium is achieved through this tension. The image suggests a representation of political or social tensions. The style is simplistic and conveys the message through line drawing and shading.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1871
- Medium
- gillotype on newsprint
- Dimensions
- 3521 × 3922 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original