Zicht op het Château du Petit Trianon c. 1827 - 1828

Ernest Jaime created this print of the Château du Petit Trianon in the 19th century. The Château du Petit Trianon was a favorite residence of Marie Antoinette. This image offers us a window into the lives of the French aristocracy before the revolution. The Château represents a world of privilege, insulated from the growing social and economic unrest. We see figures strolling leisurely across the lawn; their lives seemingly untouched by the hardships faced by the majority of the French population. It's important to remember that this image is not just a neutral depiction, but one that is deeply intertwined with the history of class and power. It prompts us to reflect on the legacy of such spaces, and how they continue to shape our understanding of history, identity, and privilege today.