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Revolution 1848 Collection (#3)

The year 1848 marked a significant turning point in history, as it witnessed the eruption of the Revolution

Background imageRevolution 1848 Collection: Raspail dans sa prison, Musee du Mont Saint Michel n. d. c. 1849 - coll

Raspail dans sa prison, Musee du Mont Saint Michel n. d. c. 1849 - coll
LSE4109022 Raspail dans sa prison, Musee du Mont Saint Michel n.d. c. 1849 - coll. Municipal Library of Avranches by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque Municipale, Avranches

Background imageRevolution 1848 Collection: Guardians of the Peace (1848-1849). Eau forte en couleurs

Guardians of the Peace (1848-1849). Eau forte en couleurs
LSE4335403 Guardians of the Peace (1848-1849). Eau forte en couleurs, pour illustration " Histoire du corps des gardiens de la paix" book published under the auspices of Louis Lepine

Background imageRevolution 1848 Collection: The Republic. Allegory representing the republic as an angel woman wearing a crown symbol

The Republic. Allegory representing the republic as an angel woman wearing a crown symbol
JLJ4688176 The Republic. Allegory representing the republic as an angel woman wearing a crown symbol of freedom, holding the beam, symbol of fraternity, and the delta

Background imageRevolution 1848 Collection: Fete de la fraternite a l arc de triumphe de l Etoile defilee after

Fete de la fraternite a l arc de triumphe de l Etoile defilee after
JLJ4675477 Fete de la fraternite A l arc de triumphe de l Etoile defilee after the distribution of flags on the evening of April 20, 1848. Painting by Jean Jacques Champin (1796-1860), 1848

Background imageRevolution 1848 Collection: A Market under the Universal Democratic and Social Republic, 1848 (litho)

A Market under the Universal Democratic and Social Republic, 1848 (litho)
XIR162318 A Market under the Universal Democratic and Social Republic, 1848 (litho) by Goldsmid, M.C (fl.1848); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris

Background imageRevolution 1848 Collection: Le Charivari, 1849_7_2 - Illustration by Honore Daumier (1808-1879)

Le Charivari, 1849_7_2 - Illustration by Honore Daumier (1808-1879)
ICA4947623 Le Charivari, 1849_7_2 - Illustration by Honore Daumier (1808-1879): The representative representatives - Revolution of 1848

Background imageRevolution 1848 Collection: Le Charivari, 1849_7_27 - Illustration by Honore Daumier (1808-1879)

Le Charivari, 1849_7_27 - Illustration by Honore Daumier (1808-1879)
ICA4947770 Le Charivari, 1849_7_27 - Illustration by Honore Daumier (1808-1879): The representative representatives - Revolution of 1848 - Larabit Marie-Denis (1792-1876) by Daumier

Background imageRevolution 1848 Collection: Republican Womens Club, Revolution 1848 (club led by Pauline Roland, 1803 - 1852)

Republican Womens Club, Revolution 1848 (club led by Pauline Roland, 1803 - 1852)
LSE4077420 Republican Womens Club, Revolution 1848 (club led by Pauline Roland, 1803 - 1852). Carnavalet Museum by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris

Background imageRevolution 1848 Collection: Revolution of 1848: Attack of the Pantheon on 24 June 1848 - in '

Revolution of 1848: Attack of the Pantheon on 24 June 1848 - in "
LSE4102138 Revolution of 1848: Attack of the Pantheon on 24 June 1848 - in " Contemporary Popular History" by Unknown Artist

Background imageRevolution 1848 Collection: Last mission of the Archeveque of Paris (25 June 1848)

Last mission of the Archeveque of Paris (25 June 1848)
LSE4102133 Last mission of the Archeveque of Paris (25 June 1848) by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageRevolution 1848 Collection: La Gigogne politique de 1848 (George Sand (Aurore Dupin

La Gigogne politique de 1848 (George Sand (Aurore Dupin
XEE4408782 La Gigogne politique de 1848 (George Sand (Aurore Dupin, Baronne Dudevant) (1804-1876) French writer). by French School

Background imageRevolution 1848 Collection: Louis-Philippe d Orleans (Louis Philippe I) signed his abdication on February 24

Louis-Philippe d Orleans (Louis Philippe I) signed his abdication on February 24
XEE4408779 Louis-Philippe d Orleans (Louis Philippe I) signed his abdication on February 24, 1848 in favour of his young grandson Louis-Philippe II. Engraving of the 19th century

Background imageRevolution 1848 Collection: Family on the barricades in 1848. Painting by Honore Daumier (1808-1879), Oil On Canvas

Family on the barricades in 1848. Painting by Honore Daumier (1808-1879), Oil On Canvas
LSE4315938 Family on the barricades in 1848. Painting by Honore Daumier (1808-1879), Oil On Canvas, 1854. French Art, 19th century. Veletrzni Palace (Fairs Palace), Prague (Czech Republic)

Background imageRevolution 1848 Collection: Duchess of Orleans in the Chambre des Deputes (1848), Paris

Duchess of Orleans in the Chambre des Deputes (1848), Paris
XEE4161715 Duchess of Orleans in the Chambre des Deputes (1848), Paris, France - Revolution of 1848 - The Duchess of Orleans in the Chamber of Deputes in Paris at the time of the proclamation of

Background imageRevolution 1848 Collection: Jacques Charles Dupont said Dupont de l Eure French politician 1767-1855

Jacques Charles Dupont said Dupont de l Eure French politician 1767-1855
XEE4158201 Jacques Charles Dupont said Dupont de l Eure French politician 1767-1855 by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageRevolution 1848 Collection: La prise du Chateau d eau - Revolution de 1848 - Capture of the Chateau d Eau

La prise du Chateau d eau - Revolution de 1848 - Capture of the Chateau d Eau
XEE4157965 La prise du Chateau d eau - Revolution de 1848 - Capture of the Chateau d Eau, place du Palais-Royal, on February 24, 1848" - engraving by French School

Background imageRevolution 1848 Collection: Louis Philippe and his family outside the Tuileries Palace - Abdication of Louis-Philippe

Louis Philippe and his family outside the Tuileries Palace - Abdication of Louis-Philippe
XEE4155885 Louis Philippe and his family outside the Tuileries Palace - Abdication of Louis-Philippe I, February 24, 1848 and establishment of the Second Republique - Revolution of February 1848

Background imageRevolution 1848 Collection: Proclamation of the Second Republic, Revolution of 1848

Proclamation of the Second Republic, Revolution of 1848
ELD4853863 Proclamation of the Second Republic, Revolution of 1848: Alphonse de Lamartine (1790-1869), refusing the red flag as the emblem of the Republic and preferring it the tricolour flag

Background imageRevolution 1848 Collection: Emote scene at the bridge of the archeveche on June 23, 1848

Emote scene at the bridge of the archeveche on June 23, 1848
JLJ4592606 Emote scene at the bridge of the archeveche on June 23, 1848. Painting by Philippe Chaperon (1823-1907), 1849. Oil on canvas. Dim: 0.60 x 0.91m

Background imageRevolution 1848 Collection: Revolution of 1848: representation of Alphonse de Lamartine (1790-1869

Revolution of 1848: representation of Alphonse de Lamartine (1790-1869
JLJ4649807 Revolution of 1848: representation of Alphonse de Lamartine (1790-1869) at the Town Hall on 24/02/1848 to claim a provisional government

Background imageRevolution 1848 Collection: Revolution of 24 / 02 / 1848: 'Dare you to shoot your brothers

Revolution of 24 / 02 / 1848: "Dare you to shoot your brothers
JLJ4649626 Revolution of 24/02/1848: " Dare you to shoot your brothers? " Parisians on the barricades. Engraving of the 19th century Private collection by French School

Background imageRevolution 1848 Collection: Revolution of 1848: the struggle of the Parisian people on the barricades in the days of

Revolution of 1848: the struggle of the Parisian people on the barricades in the days of
JLJ4649614 Revolution of 1848: the struggle of the Parisian people on the barricades in the days of 22, 23 and 24/02/1848. Engraving of the 19th century

Background imageRevolution 1848 Collection: Revolution of February 1848: the great moments of the Uprising of February 23

Revolution of February 1848: the great moments of the Uprising of February 23
JLJ4685267 Revolution of February 1848: the great moments of the Uprising of February 23, the barricades, then the fraternization between soldiers, workers and bourgeois

Background imageRevolution 1848 Collection: Alphonse Baudin (1811-1851) on the barricade of the Faubourg Saint Antoine on 3 / 12 / 1851

Alphonse Baudin (1811-1851) on the barricade of the Faubourg Saint Antoine on 3 / 12 / 1851
JLJ4650884 Alphonse Baudin (1811-1851) on the barricade of the Faubourg Saint Antoine on 3/12/1851 during the Coup d Etat of Louis Napoleon III (Louis-Napoleon Bonaparte)

Background imageRevolution 1848 Collection: Armand Barbes as a Representative of the People at the Constituent Assembly, engraved by Jannin

Armand Barbes as a Representative of the People at the Constituent Assembly, engraved by Jannin
XIR442093 Armand Barbes as a Representative of the People at the Constituent Assembly, engraved by Jannin (litho) by French School, (19th century); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet




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The year 1848 marked a significant turning point in history, as it witnessed the eruption of the Revolution. On June 23rd, barricades were erected at the iconic Place du Petit Bridge, symbolizing the people's defiance against oppression. The Barricade de la Porte Saint Denis also became a site of resistance on that same day. Amidst this turmoil, an image emerged depicting The Universal Democratic and Social Republic of 1848. This lithograph captured the spirit of unity and hope that fueled the revolutionaries' fight for change. However, not all stories from this period were filled with optimism; tragedy struck when General Jean Baptiste Fidele Brea and Captain Mangin lost their lives on June 25th. One prominent figure who played a pivotal role during these tumultuous times was Louis-Eugene Cavaignac. Born in Paris in October 1802, he would go on to become a key player in shaping France's destiny during this era. Artistic expressions also depicted scenes from this revolutionary period. Eugene Hagnauer's painting showcased the Fire of the water tower at Place du Palais Royal on February 24th, capturing both destruction and chaos within its brushstrokes. Another anonymous French painting displayed scenes from Watercastle Square taken on that same fateful day. Tragedy continued to unfold throughout these events as demonstrated by an engraving showcasing The Massacre of Boulevard des Capucines on February 23rd, where National Guard soldiers fired upon demonstrators they perceived as threats. Gouache paintings further immortalized moments such as Insurrection in Front of Palais Bourbon on May 15th and Attack on Clos Saint-Lazare in June with General Francois de Negrier losing his life defending his cause. Pierre Eugene Lacoste's poignant artwork titled "First work after insurrection" depicted families grieving over their loved ones lost during those dark days of February 1848.