Major Events in History

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Many works in the collections of the Musée du Louvre depict key moments in the history of humanity. From the entry of Alexander the Great into Babylon to the proclamation of the French Republic, these dramatic moments have become a source of inspiration to many artists.

Cover imageJacques-Louis David, Le serment des Horaces, 1784 - © 1988 RMN-Grand Palais (musée du Louvre) / Gérard Blot / Christian Jean

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Last updated on 26 07 2023