Les Communaux Collection

Vengeurs de Flourens (coloured engraving)
959810 Vengeurs de Flourens (coloured engraving) by Bertall, Charles Albert d Arnoux (1820-82) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Vengeurs de Flourens)

Mobile de 48 (coloured engraving)
959803 Mobile de 48 (coloured engraving) by Bertall, Charles Albert d Arnoux (1820-82) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mobile de 48)

Petroleuses (coloured engraving)
959792 Petroleuses (coloured engraving) by Bertall, Charles Albert d Arnoux (1820-82) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Petroleuses)

Costume de Directeur des Telegraphes, Le citoyen Pauvert (coloured engraving)
959789 Costume de Directeur des Telegraphes, Le citoyen Pauvert (coloured engraving) by Bertall, Charles Albert d Arnoux (1820-82) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Zouave Communeux (coloured engraving)
959788 Zouave Communeux (coloured engraving) by Bertall, Charles Albert d Arnoux (1820-82) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Zouave Communeux)

Colonel, Commandant les bataillons de la place Vendome (coloured engraving)
959787 Colonel, Commandant les bataillons de la place Vendome (coloured engraving) by Bertall, Charles Albert d Arnoux (1820-82) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Colonel)

Deleguee du Cafe de Madrid (coloured engraving)
959782 Deleguee du Cafe de Madrid (coloured engraving) by Bertall, Charles Albert d Arnoux (1820-82) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Deleguee du Cafe de Madrid)

Ducatel (coloured engraving)
959812 Ducatel (coloured engraving) by Bertall, Charles Albert d Arnoux (1820-82) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ducatel)

Marin Petroleur (coloured engraving)
959807 Marin Petroleur (coloured engraving) by Bertall, Charles Albert d Arnoux (1820-82) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Marin Petroleur)

Commandant and Ingenieur des Barricades, Le citoyen Gaillard pere (coloured engraving)
959795 Commandant and Ingenieur des Barricades, Le citoyen Gaillard pere (coloured engraving) by Bertall, Charles Albert d Arnoux (1820-82) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Retour du Bastion (coloured engraving)
959786 Retour du Bastion (coloured engraving) by Bertall, Charles Albert d Arnoux (1820-82) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Retour du Bastion)

General Commandant, Le citoyen La Cecilia (coloured engraving)
959784 General Commandant, Le citoyen La Cecilia (coloured engraving) by Bertall, Charles Albert d Arnoux (1820-82) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: General Commandant, Le citoyen La Cecilia)

Citoyenne Queteuse, Pour les Blesses de la Commune (coloured engraving)
959778 Citoyenne Queteuse, Pour les Blesses de la Commune (coloured engraving) by Bertall, Charles Albert d Arnoux (1820-82) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Citoyenne Queteuse)

Federes, Menilmontant-Charonne (coloured engraving)
959777 Federes, Menilmontant-Charonne (coloured engraving) by Bertall, Charles Albert d Arnoux (1820-82) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Federes, Menilmontant-Charonne)

En Route Pour Versailles (coloured engraving)
959801 En Route Pour Versailles (coloured engraving) by Bertall, Charles Albert d Arnoux (1820-82) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: En Route Pour Versailles)

Commissaire de Police (coloured engraving)
959797 Commissaire de Police (coloured engraving) by Bertall, Charles Albert d Arnoux (1820-82) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Commissaire de Police)

Cantinieres (coloured engraving)
959794 Cantinieres (coloured engraving) by Bertall, Charles Albert d Arnoux (1820-82) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cantinieres)

Membre de la Commune, Le citoyen Valles aux barricades de la place Vendome (coloured engraving)
959783 Membre de la Commune, Le citoyen Valles aux barricades de la place Vendome (coloured engraving) by Bertall, Charles Albert d Arnoux (1820-82) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Une Loge en Mai 1871, Au Canard a Trois Becs (coloured engraving)
959781 Une Loge en Mai 1871, Au Canard a Trois Becs (coloured engraving) by Bertall, Charles Albert d Arnoux (1820-82) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Une Loge en Mai 1871)

Le Prefet de Police, Le citoyen Raoul Rigault (coloured engraving)
959779 Le Prefet de Police, Le citoyen Raoul Rigault (coloured engraving) by Bertall, Charles Albert d Arnoux (1820-82) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Le Prefet de Police)

Costume de General en Chef, Bergeret lui-meme (coloured engraving)
959775 Costume de General en Chef, Bergeret lui-meme (coloured engraving) by Bertall, Charles Albert d Arnoux (1820-82) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Costume de General en Chef)

Enfants Perdus (coloured engraving)
959809 Enfants Perdus (coloured engraving) by Bertall, Charles Albert d Arnoux (1820-82) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Enfants Perdus)

Officier de Marine, Le Commandant Durassier (coloured engraving)
959806 Officier de Marine, Le Commandant Durassier (coloured engraving) by Bertall, Charles Albert d Arnoux (1820-82) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Officier de Marine)

Une Citoyenne, Preposee a la garde de la rue de Lille, faubourg St-Germain (coloured engraving)
959790 Une Citoyenne, Preposee a la garde de la rue de Lille, faubourg St-Germain (coloured engraving) by Bertall, Charles Albert d Arnoux (1820-82) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

La Barricade (coloured engraving)
959808 La Barricade (coloured engraving) by Bertall, Charles Albert d Arnoux (1820-82) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: La Barricade)

Un Pointeur (coloured engraving)
959805 Un Pointeur (coloured engraving) by Bertall, Charles Albert d Arnoux (1820-82) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Un Pointeur)

Ferre and Ses Executeurs (coloured engraving)
959802 Ferre and Ses Executeurs (coloured engraving) by Bertall, Charles Albert d Arnoux (1820-82) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ferre and Ses Executeurs)

La Colonelle (coloured engraving)
959799 La Colonelle (coloured engraving) by Bertall, Charles Albert d Arnoux (1820-82) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: La Colonelle)

Perquisition Dans Une Imprimerie (coloured engraving)
959798 Perquisition Dans Une Imprimerie (coloured engraving) by Bertall, Charles Albert d Arnoux (1820-82) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Perquisition Dans Une Imprimerie)

Orateur de Boulevard (coloured engraving)
959796 Orateur de Boulevard (coloured engraving) by Bertall, Charles Albert d Arnoux (1820-82) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Orateur de Boulevard)

Un Citoyen Delegue (coloured engraving)
959793 Un Citoyen Delegue (coloured engraving) by Bertall, Charles Albert d Arnoux (1820-82) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Un Citoyen Delegue)

Colonel Delegue Aux Munitions de Guerre, Le citoyen Assi (coloured engraving)
959791 Colonel Delegue Aux Munitions de Guerre, Le citoyen Assi (coloured engraving) by Bertall, Charles Albert d Arnoux (1820-82) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Le Citoyen Protot, Ministre de la Justice, M Rousse, batonnier de l ordre des avocats
959785 Le Citoyen Protot, Ministre de la Justice, M Rousse, batonnier de l ordre des avocats, vient demander a defendre l Archeveque et M Chaudey (coloured engraving) by Bertall

Etat-Major, Comite central (coloured engraving)
959776 Etat-Major, Comite central (coloured engraving) by Bertall, Charles Albert d Arnoux (1820-82) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Etat-Major, Comite central)

Peloton d Arrestation, Un Otage (coloured engraving)
959811 Peloton d Arrestation, Un Otage (coloured engraving) by Bertall, Charles Albert d Arnoux (1820-82) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Peloton d Arrestation, Un Otage)

Un Citoyen Moldo-Valaque (coloured engraving)
959804 Un Citoyen Moldo-Valaque (coloured engraving) by Bertall, Charles Albert d Arnoux (1820-82) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Un Citoyen Moldo-Valaque)

Garde Particulier de Raoul Rigault (coloured engraving)
959800 Garde Particulier de Raoul Rigault (coloured engraving) by Bertall, Charles Albert d Arnoux (1820-82) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Garde Particulier de Raoul Rigault)

Le Ministre de la Guerre, Le citoyen Delescluze (coloured engraving)
959780 Le Ministre de la Guerre, Le citoyen Delescluze (coloured engraving) by Bertall, Charles Albert d Arnoux (1820-82) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Le Ministre de la Guerre)

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"Les Communaux: A Glimpse into the Vibrant Spirit of the Paris Commune" Step back in time and immerse yourself in the captivating world of "les communaux, " a term that encapsulates the diverse individuals who played pivotal roles during the historic Paris Commune. Through vivid coloured engravings, we catch glimpses of their stories, their struggles, and their unwavering determination. The Vengeurs de Flourens stand tall, embodying resilience and defiance against oppression. Their vibrant uniforms mirror their indomitable spirit as they fight for justice and equality. In contrast, Mobile de 48 showcases a different facet of this movement - unity amidst chaos. These brave souls navigate through barricades with unwavering resolve to protect what they hold dear. Amongst them are also women who refuse to be silenced - Petroleuses emerge from these engravings as symbols of resistance. With fire in their eyes and courage in their hearts, they challenge societal norms by actively participating in shaping a new future. Costume de Directeur des Telegraphes reveals another aspect - ordinary citizens stepping up to take charge. Le citoyen Pauvert dons this attire with pride, representing countless others who assumed leadership positions within various sectors during this transformative period. Zouave Communeux stands out amongst his peers; his distinctive uniform reflects bravery on both battlefield and street corner alike. Meanwhile, Colonel commands respect as he leads bataillons at Place Vendome – an embodiment of strength amid adversity. Deleguee du Cafe de Madrid reminds us that communal bonds were forged not only through battles but also over shared meals and conversations held within bustling cafes. Ducatel's colourful engraving serves as a reminder that artistry thrived even amidst turmoil – creativity knows no bounds when fueled by passion for change. Marin Petroleur symbolizes resourcefulness; these individuals utilized every available means to fight for their cause.