French Revolution

In the 18th century the game remained very popular, to the point that Diderot and D'Alembert's Encyclopédie mentions it. The French Revolution by abolishing the privileges of the nob...

Resentment towards the ruling class often manifested itself by destroying this symbolic item of wealth during the French Revolution. Similar to the luck needed to win, it takes extra...

Each of the two books tells us the events of the French Revolution from two opposing points of view (Nobility and Third Estate).

Each of the two books tells us the events of the French Revolution from two opposing points of view (Nobility and Third Estate).

Each of the two books tells us the events of the French Revolution from two opposing points of view (Nobility and Third Estate).

Each of the two books tells us the events of the French Revolution from two opposing points of view (Nobility and Third Estate).

Each of the two books tells us the events of the French Revolution from two opposing points of view (Nobility and Third Estate).

Each of the two books tells us the events of the French Revolution from two opposing points of view (Nobility and Third Estate).

Each of the two books tells us the events of the French Revolution from two opposing points of view (Nobility and Third Estate).

The Lion of Lucerne was created by Bertel Thorvaldsen as the memorial for the members of the Swiss Guard who were killed defending the royal family during the French revolution in 1792.

The triple fleur-de-lis signifies the arms of “France Moderne” Azure or the French monarchy prior to the French Revolution.

Directoire-style dining chairs illustrate the minimally adorned style that became favorable after the French Revolution. Neoclassical carved wood dining chair set of 4 circa 19th Cen...

Many of Falconet's religious works, commissioned for churches, were destroyed at the time of the French Revolution.

In 1989, CHRISTIAN DIOR celebrated the 200 year Anniversary of the French Revolution. Embossed CHR. DIOR ©. Indicative measurements : bar top length approx. 6.2 cm (2.44 inches) / ...

The factory remained a royal enterprise until the French Revolution, when it was nationalised. The popularity of the Louis XV style during the 19th century led to a number of comp...

In 1792-93, at the height of the French Revolution, Admiral Bruny-d'Entrecasteaux led the search for the lost expedition of La Perouse.

It was reputed to be removed during the French revolution and ended up in a Southern France country mansion which now is a hotel.

Before the introduction of the meter and the kilogram—with the French Revolution—a large number of complex units of measurement were used that did not correspond to one another.

At the beginning of the French Revolution, Aubusson rug production was almost completely shut down, as they were a sign of luxury.

The story is set on the island of Mauritius under French rule, then named Île de France. Written on the eve of the French Revolution, the novel is recognized as Bernardin’s finest wo...

Most notably, the Fleur-de-Lis is depicted on the traditional coat of arms of France that was used from the High Middle Ages until the French Revolution in 1792, and then again in br...

Late 19th century pair of bronze French soldiers by Etienne Henri Dumaige. Representing two separate moments in the French Revolution, the uprising against Louis XV, and the fall of ...

Born on the island of Corsica, Napoleon rapidly rose through the ranks of the military during the French Revolution (1789-1799). After seizing political power in France in a 1799 cou...

Pierre Victor, baron de Besenval de Brünstatt (1721-1791) was the last commander of the Swiss Guards in France. When the French Revolution began de Besenval remained firmly attached ...

The young widow became a confidante of Marie-Antoinette and, soon after the latter became queen, the Princesse became Superintendent of the Queen's Household; the highest ranking lad...

From the time of the French Revolution in 1789 through the reign of King Louis-Philippe and the establishment of the Second Empire in 1852, an incredible concentration of artistic ta...

The factory remained in the royal family until it was nationalized following the French Revolution. The range of objects produced in the first half of the 19th century was enormo...

It experienced its moment of maximum splendor under the reign of Louis XV and Louis XVI, during which the production was almost exclusively commissioned by the royal family. With the...

Many of Falconet's religious works, commissioned for churches, were destroyed at the time of the French Revolution.

They are very much of the Directoire period style just nestled at the end of the French revolution and sandwiched between Louis XVI and the Empire period styles.

Old map of the former province of Perche, France. Until the French Revolution, Perche was bounded by four ancient territories of northwestern France: the provinces of Maine, Normandy...

The factory remained in the royal family until it was nationalized following the French Revolution. The range of objects produced in the first half of the nineteenth century was e...

Versailles was the splendid palatial residences of the kings of France from the late 17th century until the French Revolution.

Inspired by Marie Antoinette's daughter, Marie-Thérèse, this chunky 18K oval pendant represents both pain and strength — Marie-Thérèse was imprisoned and mistreated during the French...

In 2019 he published with “1789 - La naissance d'un monde ”and“ 1789 - La mort d'un monde ”, two albums on the French revolution and in 2021 the biographical graphic novel "Jean Gabi...

The romantic, soft washes in this work reflect the Late 19th-century Neo-Rococo or "Belle Époque" style, which looked back nostalgically to the pre-revolutionary French court life. A...

1963, 'La Revolution' MARC CHAGALL original exhibition poster. This poster is in good condition, the poster is consistent with age, the colours are vibrant. ARTIST Marc Chag...

The factory remained in the royal family until it was nationalized following the French Revolution. The range of objects produced in the first half of the 19th century was enormous...

The nuns were deeply involved in the education of young girls in the region. During the French Revolution, the sisters were dispersed, and the monastery was repurposed as a communal ...

During the turbulent French Revolution and following Napoleon rule, Louis Philippe (1773-1850) remained in exile for 21 years until the Bourbon Restoration, when he became the King o...

Nevertheless, many of his works in these castles were destroyed or disappeared during the French Revolution. Under the Directory, Mauter continued its production and also made furnit...

The themes changed. Before the French Revolution, the theme was time itself: dawn, evening, youth, mortality.

King Louis XVI issued an edict granting the city of Limôges exclusive permission to produce porcelain for the kingdom of France. After the French Revolution, several private porcelai...

Such sartorial simplicity is characteristic of evolving style in the middle to late 1790s where a preference for less elaborate and conspicuous appearance reflected the influence of ...

This ring reflects the early nineteenth century trend towards neoclassical motifs, which began around the time of the French Revolution. Cameos were particularly popular in this peri...

The factory remained in the royal family until it was nationalized following the French Revolution. The range of objects produced in the first half of the 19th century was enormous, ...

The factory remained in the royal family until it was nationalized following the French Revolution. The range of objects produced in the first half of the nineteenth century was eno...

The factory remained in the royal family until it was nationalized following the French Revolution. The range of objects produced in the first half of the nineteenth century was eno...

In 2019 he published with “1789 - La naissance d'un monde ”and“ 1789 - La mort d'un monde ”, two albums on the French revolution and in 2021 the biographical graphic novel "Jean Gabi...

In 2019 he published with “1789 - La naissance d'un monde ”and“ 1789 - La mort d'un monde ”, two albums on the French revolution and in 2021 the biographical graphic novel "Jean Gabi...

(see picture attached) After having been received Master in 1765, Georges Jacob (1739-1814) worked from 1773 to the French Revolution for the Crown Furniture Repository.

Frederick the Great led Prussia through the Seven Years' War (1756–1763), the last major conflict before the French revolution to involve all the great powers in Europe.

The factory remained in the royal family until it was nationalized following the French Revolution. The range of objects produced in the first half of the nineteenth century was eno...

The factory remained in the royal family until it was nationalized following the French Revolution. The range of objects produced in the first half of the 19th century was enormou...

A work - hanging in the balance between news and history - with illustrations of salient or minimal events occurred during the French Revolution. As a celebration of the new ideals o...

A manufactory at Limoges was placed under the patronage of the comte d’Artois, brother of Louis XVI, and was later purchased by the King in 1784, apparently with the idea of producin...

Reference: The Place de la Bastille is a square in Paris where the Bastille prison once stood, until it was stormed and subsequently destroyed between 14 July 1789 and 14 July 1790 d...