Saint Simonism Collection

The Monks of Menilmontant or, The Saint-Simonien Capacities, 1820-30 (coloured engraving)
XIR157793 The Monks of Menilmontant or, The Saint-Simonien Capacities, 1820-30 (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Portrait of Prosper Enfantin (or Pere Enfantin) (Saint-Simonism), 1832 (engraving)
LSE4094085 Portrait of Prosper Enfantin (or Pere Enfantin) (Saint-Simonism), 1832 (engraving) by Lecler (fl.1830s); Private Collection; © Leonard de Selva. All rights reserved 2022

Portrait of Achille Fould (1800-1867), a French Jewish banker
XEE4115983 Portrait of Achille Fould (1800-1867), a French Jewish banker, a supporter of free trade and Saint-Simonism. by Unknown Artist

Portrait of Prosper Barthelemy Enfantin (1796-1864), French engineer and socialist
XEE4115691 Portrait of Prosper Barthelemy Enfantin (1796-1864), French engineer and socialist, propagator of Saint Simonism (Saint Simonism)

Portrait of Barthelemy Prosper Enfantin, dit le Pere Enfantin (1796-1864)
LSE4094092 Portrait of Barthelemy Prosper Enfantin, dit le PAre Enfantin (1796-1864), saint simonien (saint simonien), 19th century

Portrait of Claude Henri de Rouvroy, Count of Saint-Simon, aged 35, 1848 (oil on canvas)
CHT307411 Portrait of Claude Henri de Rouvroy, Count of Saint-Simon, aged 35, 1848 (oil on canvas) by Ravergie, Hippolyte (b.1815); Bibliotheque de L Arsenal, Paris

Cartoon against the Saint-Simonians, political doctrine only in the 19th century
JLJ4635281 Cartoon against the Saint-Simonians, political doctrine only in the 19th century: the monks of Menilamount or the Saint-Simonian abilities. Engraved from 1832

The Saint-Simonianism 1820-30 - Saint-Simonism - Saint-Simonianism - Saint-Simonianism
XEE4161648 The Saint-Simonianism 1820-30 - Saint-Simonism - Saint-Simonianism - Saint-Simonianism - The Saint-Simonians - engraving by French School

The Count of Saint Simon (or Saint-Simon) (Claude Henri de Rouvroy, 1760-1825)
XEE4415285 The Count of Saint Simon (or Saint-Simon) (Claude Henri de Rouvroy, 1760-1825), French philosopher and economist

Portrait of Edouard Charton (1807-1890). writer, politician, lawyer and Saint Simonian
XEE4414677 Portrait of Edouard Charton (1807-1890).writer, politician, lawyer and Saint Simonian. by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Claude Henri de Rouvroy, Count of Saint-Simon, engraved by Perrot (19th century
CHT346688 Claude Henri de Rouvroy, Count of Saint-Simon, engraved by Perrot (19th century) (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris

Young Lady Saint Simonian
LSE4077434 Young Lady Saint Simonian by French School; Private Collection; (add.info.: Young Lady Saint Simonian); Photo eLeonard de Selva; French, out of copyright

Portrait of Claude Henri de Rouvroy, Count of Saint Simon (or Saint-Simon)
LSE4107470 Portrait of Claude Henri de Rouvroy, Count of Saint Simon (or Saint-Simon), (1760-1825) - engraving, 19th century by French School

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"Saint-Simonism: A Revolutionary Ideology Shaping the 19th Century" In the early 19th century, a movement known as Saint-Simonism emerged in France, challenging traditional social and economic structures. This caption explores the key figures and ideas associated with this revolutionary ideology. The Monks of Menilmontant or, The Saint-Simonien Capacities, depicted in a vibrant coloured engraving from the 1820s-30s, symbolize the communal spirit that defined Saint-Simonism. Led by Prosper Enfantin (or Pere Enfantin), whose portrait from 1832 showcases his charismatic presence and influence within this movement. Achille Fould, a French Jewish banker portrayed in another captivating engraving, represents one of many diverse individuals who embraced Saint-Simonism's call for social equality. Alongside him stands Prosper Barthelemy Enfantin - an engineer turned socialist - captured in yet another portrait highlighting his dedication to transforming society. Claude Henri de Rouvroy, Count of Saint-Simon himself is immortalized at age 35 through an oil on canvas painting from 1848. His visionary ideas laid the foundation for this movement that sought to replace feudal hierarchies with industrial progress and cooperation among classes. However, not everyone welcomed these new ideals. A cartoon mocking the Saint-Simonians reveals opposition faced by their political doctrine during this period of societal transformation. Edouard Charton's portrait portrays him as both a writer and politician who aligned himself with Saint Simonian principles. As part of this intellectual circle advocating for change, he played a crucial role in spreading their message far beyond France's borders. Through these depictions and portraits spanning various mediums – engravings to oil paintings – we catch glimpses into the lives of those involved in shaping Saint-Simonism.