Cap Of Liberty Collection

Head with Phrygian Helmet, Ptolemaic Period-Roman Period (332 BCE-337 CE). Creator: Unknown
Head with Phrygian Helmet, Ptolemaic Period-Roman Period (332 BCE-337 CE)

Le chêne et les roseaux, 1834. Creator: Honore Daumier
Le chene et les roseaux, 1834. The oak tree and the reeds. French political satire. The wind, wearing a liberty cap, blows down an oak tree with the features of a politician

La République, esquisse pour le concours de 1848, 1848. Creator: Alexandre-Marie Colin
La Republique, esquisse pour le concours de 1848, 1848. Personification of the French Republic

Sketch for the dome above the escalier des fêtes in the Hôtel de Ville...between 1888 and 1899
Sketch for the dome above the escalier des fetes in the Hotel de Ville, Paris, between 1888 and 1899. Allegorical figure wearing a red cap (Marianne, personification of France), holding a blue flag

Apotheosis of Washington, 1800-1802. Creator: John James Barralet
Apotheosis of Washington, 1800-1802

Revolutionary allegory, 1794. Creator: Nicolas Henri Jeaurat de Bertry
Revolutionary allegory, 1794

Arms of the Free State of Cuba, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Arms of the Free State of Cuba, 1850. Some of the principal features of this device are borrowed from the arms of the United States

Allegory representing the freedom of France with four silhouettes, 1793-1800. Creator: Anon
Allegory representing the freedom of France with four silhouettes, 1793-1800

Louis Seize Roi des Francais, 18th century. 18th century. Creator: Anon
Louis Seize Roi des Francais, 18th century

The Present State of Great Britain, 1779. Creator: James Phillips
The Present State of Great Britain, 1779

News from America, or the Patriots in the Dumps, December 1, 1776. December 1, 1776. Creator: Anon
News from America, or the Patriots in the Dumps, December 1, 1776

Le Bastille Demolite(Fall of the Bastille) (Furnishing Fabric), England, c. 1790
Le Bastille Demolite (Fall of the Bastille) (Furnishing Fabric), England, c. 1790. Tomb of Louis XVI; allegorical figures of Justice and Liberty

Plate, c. 1829. Creator: Unknown
Plate, c. 1829. Decorated with the state seal of New York state: a shield surmounted by an eagle, flanked by the allegorical figures of Justice and Liberty, inscribed Excelsior

Bust of Paris, 1809. Creator: Antonio Canova
Bust of Paris, 1809

Paris leaning on a tree stump, 1817. Creators: Giovanni Battista Balestra
Paris leaning on a tree stump, 1817. Frontal view. From " Oeuvre de Canova: Recueil de Statues...", a work on the sculptures of Antonio Canova

Napoleon Bonaparte (1769-1821) as a child in a dispute with his comrades in front of his
CHT206223 Napoleon Bonaparte (1769-1821) as a child in a dispute with his comrades in front of his home in Ajaccio, Corsica, c.1910 (colour litho) by Job, pseudonym for Onfray de Breville

Phrygian Cap with a red, white and blue cockade from the period of the French Revolution
CHT231010 Phrygian Cap with a red, white and blue cockade from the period of the French Revolution (felt) by French School

Marianne beside the French Tricolore flag, a globe and telescope and a display of francs
488429 Marianne beside the French Tricolore flag, a globe and telescope and a display of francs, c.1890 (colour litho) by French School

The Laundry Cart, 1822 (colour litho)
XIR365063 The Laundry Cart, 1822 (colour litho) by Chalon, John James (1778-1854) (after); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris, France; (add.info.: La Charette du Blanchisseur)

Political Dreamings, Visions of Peace, Prospective Horrors
CHT179679 Political Dreamings, Visions of Peace, Prospective Horrors, caricature on the Peace of Amiens, 25th March 1802 ( colour engraving) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Musee de la Ville de Paris

The Tricoteuses of the Guillotine on the Steps of the Church of Saint-Roch
CHT239269 The Tricoteuses of the Guillotine on the Steps of the Church of Saint-Roch, 16th October 1793 (colour engraving) by Baron, Henri (1816-85) (after); Musee de la Ville de Paris

All fall down, the electricity generated by the Declaration of the Rights of
CHT441016 All fall down, the electricity generated by the Declaration of the Rights of Man during the French Revolution overturns the thrones and monarchs of Europe

The Yellowstone Hot Springs (engraving)
1589177 The Yellowstone Hot Springs (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Yellowstone Hot Springs)

William Augustus, Duke of Cumberland (1721-65), 1746 (engraving)
CWA98186 William Augustus, Duke of Cumberland (1721-65), 1746 (engraving) by English School, (18th century); City of Westminster Archive Centre, London

The Man in the Iron Mask Freed by the Revolution
CHT179633 The Man in the Iron Mask Freed by the Revolution, allegorical depiction of the French Constitution (colour engraving) by French School, (18th century); Musee de la Ville de Paris

Institutrice Republicaine. c. 1789 (colour engraving)
CHT327069 Institutrice Republicaine. c.1789 (colour engraving) by French School, (18th century); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris

Marianne sitting on the knees of King Edward VII (1841-1910)
CHT195234 Marianne sitting on the knees of King Edward VII (1841-1910), cover of L Assiette au Beurre, 11th July 1903 (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Waiting (En attendant), 1895. Creator: Theophile Alexandre Steinlen
Waiting (En attendant), 1895

Cap of Liberty between Daggers [reverse]. Creator: Giovanni da Cavino
Cap of Liberty between Daggers [reverse]

Councellor Ego - ie - little i, myself i, 1798. Artist: James Gillray
Councellor Ego - ie - little i, myself i, 1798. Thomas Erskine facing left and looking straight before him, wearing a Counsellors wig, gown and bands

French Revolution 1789: Allegorical emblem of the Republic. Fasces topped by the Cap of Liberty and ribands with the legend Liberty, Fraternity, Egality or Death. French popular print

Liberty toppling the statue of the Greatest Despot in the Place Vendome on 11th August 1792
XIR349581 Liberty toppling the statue of the Greatest Despot in the Place Vendome on 11th August 1792, 1792 (engraving) by French School, (18th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Revolutionary procession, c. 1789 (w / c on paper)
XIR379751 Revolutionary procession, c. 1789 (w/c on paper) by Bericourt, Etienne (18th century); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris

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"Capturing the Essence of Liberty: A Journey through Revolutionary France" Step into a world where freedom and revolution intertwine, as we explore the captivating symbolism behind the "Cap of Liberty. " This allegorical representation of France's liberation from oppression during 1793-1800 unveils a profound narrative that echoes throughout history. In one frame, we witness the powerful silhouette of four figures standing tall, embodying the spirit of liberty. Their presence evokes a sense of hope and resilience, reminding us that freedom is not easily won but worth fighting for. Created by an anonymous artist, this masterpiece encapsulates both the triumphs and struggles faced by those who sought to break free from tyranny. Moving forward in time, our gaze falls upon "I am Free, " a vivid lithograph capturing the first emancipation of slaves in Antilles around 1794. The vibrant colors burst forth with joyous energy, symbolizing newfound liberation and equality. It serves as a poignant reminder that liberty knows no bounds – it transcends borders and empowers all who yearn for justice. As we delve deeper into history's annals, another enigmatic piece emerges – "Louis Seize Roi des Francais. " Crafted in the 18th century by an unknown creator, this artwork invites contemplation on monarchy's role amidst revolutionary fervor. It stands as a testament to how power can be challenged when people unite under the banner of freedom. "The Present State of Great Britain, " painted in 1779 by James Phillips, offers insight into international perspectives on these tumultuous times. Through his brushstrokes, Phillips captures Britain's reaction to America's fight for independence - showcasing political turmoil and contrasting emotions within society. Meanwhile, "News from America" transports us back to December 1st, 1776 – a pivotal moment during America's struggle against British rule. Anonymous hands skillfully depict patriots grappling with despair while clinging onto hope.