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Home affairs during the reign of Louis XIII of France and Cardinal Richelieu, 1610-1643 (colour litho)
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Home affairs during the reign of Louis XIII of France and Cardinal Richelieu, 1610-1643 (colour litho)
5207741 Home affairs during the reign of Louis XIII of France and Cardinal Richelieu, 1610-1643 (colour litho) by Girard, Joseph (fl.1930-50); Private Collection; (add.info.: Home affairs during the reign of Louis XIII of France and Cardinal Richelieu, 1610-1643. Illustration from Histoire de France (Maison de la Bonne Presse, Paris, c1935).); © Look and Learn
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This print titled "Home affairs during the reign of Louis XIII of France and Cardinal Richelieu, 1610-1643" takes us back to a significant period in French history. The image showcases the intricate dynamics between power, politics, and religion during this era. In this colorful lithograph by Joseph Girard, we are transported to the court of Louis XIII and his influential advisor Cardinal Richelieu. The composition is filled with historical figures who played crucial roles in shaping France's destiny. The scene depicts a momentous gathering where key decisions regarding home affairs are being discussed. We see King Louis XIII himself, accompanied by his mother Marie de Medici and his brother Gaston d'Orleans. Surrounding them are courtiers, ministers, military leaders, and religious figures - all vying for influence over the monarchy. Notably present is Cardinal Richelieu, known as the "éminence grise" whose political acumen was instrumental in consolidating royal authority. His presence signifies the immense power he wielded as both a spiritual leader and a skilled politician. This image also highlights France's colonial ambitions with references to Senegal and Madagascar - territories that were part of its overseas empire at that time. Overall, this print offers a glimpse into an intriguing chapter of French history when religion clashed with politics amidst shifting alliances and international rivalries. It serves as a reminder of how individuals like Cardinal Richelieu shaped nations through their cunning strategies within complex webs of power.
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