Deposing Collection

Calcagno family monument, Staglieno Cemetery, Genoa, Italy, by Adolfo Apolloni, 1904. A bronze masterpiece statue lying on the steps

John Macarthur
A miniature portrait painting of the father of the wool industry in Australia, John Macarthur, 1767-1834. He was instrumental in organising a rebellion against the colonial government

Edward V seized by Richard, Duke of Gloucester (litho)
475416 Edward V seized by Richard, Duke of Gloucester (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Edward V (1470-c.83)

Deposition of Childeric III, 752 (chromolitho)
1094049 Deposition of Childeric III, 752 (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Deposition of Childeric III, 752)

Deposition of Childeric III, 752 (chromolitho)
1093823 Deposition of Childeric III, 752 (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Deposition of Childeric III, 752)

Decline of the monarchy in Portugal, soldiers passed to the rioters who trample the flag... (colour litho)
2815378 Decline of the monarchy in Portugal, soldiers passed to the rioters who trample the flag... (colour litho) by Beltrame

Parliament Deposing Richard II (litho)
475419 Parliament Deposing Richard II (litho) by French School, (15th century) (after); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; French, out of copyright

The deposition of Childeric III, King of the Franks, 752 (chromolitho)
2817145 The deposition of Childeric III, King of the Franks, 752 (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The deposition of Childeric III, King of the Franks)

An Exceptional Boar Hunt on the North-West Frontier of India (engraving)
1062288 An Exceptional Boar Hunt on the North-West Frontier of India (engraving) by Marie, Adrien Emmanuel (1848-91) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Reading of the act of deposition to Sultan Abdul Hamid II at the Yildiz Palace, Constantinople (colour litho)
3099237 Reading of the act of deposition to Sultan Abdul Hamid II at the Yildiz Palace, Constantinople (colour litho) by Carrey

Odoacer forces the Roman Emperor Romulus Augustulus to abdicate, 476 (engraving)
3647152 Odoacer forces the Roman Emperor Romulus Augustulus to abdicate, 476 (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The arrest of Pope Boniface VIII by the soldiers of King Philip of France (litho)
6004962 The arrest of Pope Boniface VIII by the soldiers of King Philip of France (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Parliament Deposing Richard Ii And Electing Henry Iv In 1399. From The Book Short History Of The English People By J.R. Green, Published London 1893

Parliament Deposing King Richard Ii 1399 From The National And Domestic History Of England By William Aubrey Published London Circa 1890

Prince Nicholas of Romania (1903-1978), in about 1928. Nicholas was Queen Marie of Romanias second son and the grandson of Prince Alfred of Edinburgh. He attended Eton and served in the British Navy

Tib. Gracchus Deposing
TIBERIUS GRACCHUS unconstitutionally deposes Octavius from the office of Tribune

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"Unveiling the Historical Drama of Deposing: From Ancient Kings to Modern Revolts" John Macarthur, a key figure in the deposing of oppressive regimes, stands as a symbol of resistance and change. The Calcagno family monument at Staglieno Cemetery in Genoa, Italy serves as a reminder of the power struggles that led to depositions throughout history. Edward V's unfortunate fate seized by Richard, Duke of Gloucester highlights how political ambitions can lead to the deposition of even innocent rulers. The chromolitho depiction of Childeric III's deposition in 752 reveals the fragility and volatility surrounding monarchies during that era. As soldiers pass their allegiance to rioters who trample on flags, we witness the decline of monarchy in Portugal through this vivid color litho artwork. Parliament's act Richard II showcases how institutions can play an active role in removing unfit rulers from power for the greater good. Through another chromolitho artwork depicting Childeric III's deposition, we delve into an intriguing chapter where Frankish kings faced uncertain futures. An exceptional boar hunt engraving on India's North-West Frontier reminds us that even amidst grand adventures, political upheavals leading to depositions were not uncommon occurrences. Witnessing the reading of an act of deposition to Sultan Abdul Hamid II at Yildiz Palace through a vibrant color litho print brings forth images of dramatic shifts in power dynamics within empires. Odoacer forcing Roman Emperor Romulus Augustulus' abdication marks a significant turning point when ancient Rome witnessed its last emperor being deposed by barbarian forces. The arrest lithograph portraying Pope Boniface VIII captured by King Philip's soldiers emphasizes how religious figures were not immune from being subjected to depositions throughout history. In this captivating collection spanning different eras and continents, we explore the intricate tapestry.