Textile, Gorgerat Frères et Cie., (Nantes, France, 1783–1815), Medium: cotton Technique: printed by engraved copper plates on plain weave, Roman figures preparing a sacrifice at an altar under an elaborate canopy with a female figure holding a crown representing Fortune with a putti holding a Phrygian cap pointing to an open book in symmetry with Fame with a trumpet all on the right side. On the left, the figure of France in a chariot drawn by two lions accompanied by figures representing Wisdom, Hope and an unknown figure under a temple containing an eternal flame. All surrounded with drapery

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Size: 3900px × 3900px
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Photo credit: © Artokoloro / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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