Louis X Collection

XIV Siecle, Louis X le Hutin (engraving)
5220202 XIV Siecle, Louis X le Hutin (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: XIV Siecle, Louis X le Hutin)

French kings and queens of the 13th and 14th Century (coloured engraving)
979291 French kings and queens of the 13th and 14th Century (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The FIrst Enfranchisement of the Serfs (chromolitho)
667193 The FIrst Enfranchisement of the Serfs (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The FIrst Enfranchisement of the Serfs. French educational card, c 1900)

Louis X le Hutin (chromolitho)
975786 Louis X le Hutin (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Louis X le Hutin. French educational card, late 19th/early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Margaret of Burgundy, Queen of France (litho)
3102717 Margaret of Burgundy, Queen of France (litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Margaret of Burgundy (1290-1315), Queen of France

The Great Officers of State at a Coronation (chromolitho)
725339 The Great Officers of State at a Coronation (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Great Officers of State at a Coronation)

Louis X, 47eme roi, 1314-1316; Philippe V, 48eme roi, 1316-1321 (coloured engraving)
2799569 Louis X, 47eme roi, 1314-1316; Philippe V, 48eme roi, 1316-1321 (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Louis X, 47eme roi)

Louis X of France emancipates the serfs, 1315 (engraving)
969155 Louis X of France emancipates the serfs, 1315 (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Louis X of France emancipates the serfs, 1315)

Mirabeau, (1749-1791), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Mirabeau, (1749-1791), 1830. Honore Gabriel Riqueti (1749-1791) leader of the early stages of the French Revolution. An orator who had the reputation of being a voice of the people

Portrait of Louis X, Duke of Bavaria (1495-1545). Private Collection

Louis X the Mischievous emancipates the serfs in 1315. Artist: Alaux, Jean (1786-1864)
Louis X the Mischievous emancipates the serfs in 1315. Found in the collection of Musee de l Histoire de France, Chateau de Versailles

SAINTS DENIS & LOUIS. Saint Denis and Saint Louis. Frontispiece illumination from the Psalter of Louis X, c1315

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"Louis X: A Glimpse into the Reign of a Mischievous King" Step back in time to the XIV Siecle, where Louis X le Hutin ruled as the 47eme roi of France from 1314 to 1316. Through captivating engravings and lithographs, we witness the grandeur and complexities of French monarchy during the 13th and 14th Century. In one coloured engraving, we are transported to an era when serfs were finally granted their freedom. "The First Enfranchisement of the Serfs" showcases Louis X's progressive reign as he emancipates these oppressed individuals in 1315. The image captures hope and liberation for those long bound by feudal chains. Another chromolitho depicts Louis X himself, known for his mischievous nature. Aptly titled "Louis X le Hutin, " this artwork portrays a king who was not afraid to challenge conventions and push boundaries during his short-lived rule. His legacy is forever etched in history as a ruler who dared to be different. Margaret of Burgundy, Queen of France, is immortalized in a striking lithograph that highlights her regal beauty and influence on court affairs. Her presence alongside Louis X symbolizes their shared power as they navigated through political intricacies together. "The Great Officers of State at a Coronation" provides us with insight into the pomp and ceremony surrounding royal events during this period. This chromolitho showcases the hierarchy within French society while emphasizing Louis X's role as monarch amidst his trusted advisors. Delving further into historical context, another coloured engraving reveals an intriguing transition between rulers - from Louis X to Philippe V - spanning from 1316 to 1321. This visual representation allows us to grasp how power dynamics evolved within French royalty during this pivotal time. Beyond just kingship, our journey takes us beyond borders with portraits such as "Duke of Orleans" and "Mirabeau.