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Costume of a French Chief Judge and Minister of Justice, 1808. 1825 (lithograph)
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Costume of a French Chief Judge and Minister of Justice, 1808. 1825 (lithograph)
7236911 Costume of a French Chief Judge and Minister of Justice, 1808. 1825 (lithograph) by Lecomte, Hippolyte (1781-1857); Private Collection; (add.info.: Costume of a French Chief Judge and Minister of Justice, during the First Empire, 1808. Based on a portrait of lawyer and politician Claude Ambroise Regnier, Duke of Massa, with the order of the Legion of Honour. Costume du Grand Juge. Ministre de la Justice. Handcoloured lithograph by Lorenzo Bianchi and Domenico Cuciniello after Hippolyte Lecomte from Costumi civili e militari della monarchia francese dal 1200 al 1820, Naples, 1825. Italian edition of Lecomtes Civilian and military costumes of the French monarchy from 1200 to 1820.); © Florilegius
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Clothing Style Fashiom Fashion Trend First French Empire 1804 1815 Ier Empire Imperials Judge Judgement Judges Justice Legion Of Honour Minister Ministers Party Official Polictican Politican Politics And Government Politicsl Costume Design Fancy Dress Fancy Dress Costume Gents Only One Person Summer Clothes
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This lithograph print, titled "Costume of a French Chief Judge and Minister of Justice, 1808" captures the elegance and authority of a prominent figure during the First French Empire. The subject depicted is Claude Ambroise Regnier, Duke of Massa, who served as both a lawyer and politician. Dressed in an elaborate ensemble befitting his esteemed position, Regnier dons the traditional attire of a chief judge and minister of justice. The handcoloured lithograph beautifully showcases every intricate detail of his costume, from the ornate embroidery to the regal sash adorned with the order of the Legion of Honour. The fashion trends prevalent during this era are evident in Regnier's clothing style. The imperial influence is undeniable as he exudes power and sophistication through his choice of attire. This depiction serves not only as a representation of one man's role within politics but also reflects broader cultural aspects such as French fashion and societal norms. Through this lithograph print by Hippolyte Lecomte, we catch a glimpse into early 19th-century France - an era defined by political turmoil yet marked by refined taste in clothing design. It reminds us that even in matters concerning law and governance, aesthetics played an essential role for those holding positions within society's upper echelons.
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