Citoyen Collection

Louis Philippe I, 1773 - 1850. King of the French from 1830 to 1848. From The Turbulent Duchess by Baroness Orczy
3058496 Louis Philippe I, 1773 - 1850. King of the French from 1830 to 1848. From The Turbulent Duchess by Baroness Orczy, published 1936.; Photo © Hilary Morgan

LOUIS XVI ON TRIAL
Louis XVI - known as citoyen Louis Capet - appears before the Convention Nationale to hear the charges brought against him. He will be found guilty and condemned to die. Date: 25 December 1792

Royal Letters Patent granting equal rights for Portuguese, Spanish and Avignonese Jews in France, Paris, January 28
695056 Royal Letters Patent granting equal rights for Portuguese, Spanish and Avignonese Jews in France, Paris, January 28, 1790 (engraving) (see also 695057) by French School

Costume de Directeur des Telegraphes, Le citoyen Pauvert (coloured engraving)
959789 Costume de Directeur des Telegraphes, Le citoyen Pauvert (coloured engraving) by Bertall, Charles Albert d Arnoux (1820-82) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Commandant and Ingenieur des Barricades, Le citoyen Gaillard pere (coloured engraving)
959795 Commandant and Ingenieur des Barricades, Le citoyen Gaillard pere (coloured engraving) by Bertall, Charles Albert d Arnoux (1820-82) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

General Commandant, Le citoyen La Cecilia (coloured engraving)
959784 General Commandant, Le citoyen La Cecilia (coloured engraving) by Bertall, Charles Albert d Arnoux (1820-82) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: General Commandant, Le citoyen La Cecilia)

A Bourgeois of Paris, 1787 (coloured engraving)
CHT268786 A Bourgeois of Paris, 1787 (coloured engraving) by French School, (18th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris, France; eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright

Membre de la Commune, Le citoyen Valles aux barricades de la place Vendome (coloured engraving)
959783 Membre de la Commune, Le citoyen Valles aux barricades de la place Vendome (coloured engraving) by Bertall, Charles Albert d Arnoux (1820-82) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Le Prefet de Police, Le citoyen Raoul Rigault (coloured engraving)
959779 Le Prefet de Police, Le citoyen Raoul Rigault (coloured engraving) by Bertall, Charles Albert d Arnoux (1820-82) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Le Prefet de Police)

Colonel Delegue Aux Munitions de Guerre, Le citoyen Assi (coloured engraving)
959791 Colonel Delegue Aux Munitions de Guerre, Le citoyen Assi (coloured engraving) by Bertall, Charles Albert d Arnoux (1820-82) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Le Ministre de la Guerre, Le citoyen Delescluze (coloured engraving)
959780 Le Ministre de la Guerre, Le citoyen Delescluze (coloured engraving) by Bertall, Charles Albert d Arnoux (1820-82) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Le Ministre de la Guerre)

Andre Jacques Garnerin, first man to descend in a parachute, standing in the gondola of his parachute waving a French flag after release from his balloon (shown at left)

Jean Joseph Vade
JEAN JOSEPH VADE French writer, bon citoyen et ami fidele Date: 1719 - 1757

Mr. Blanchard, living in Calais, France

Mr. Blanchard, living in Calais, France

Mr. Blanchard, citoyen de Calais, pensionaire de SMTC et correspondent des plusieurs accademies sic. Head-and-shoulders portrait of French balloonist, Jean-Pierre Blanchard. Date between 1780 and 1800

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"Citoyen: A Revolutionary Identity Unveiled" In the tumultuous era of the French Revolution, the term "citoyen" emerged as a symbol of radical change and egalitarian ideals. From the trial of Louis XVI to granting equal rights for Jews, this concept encapsulated the spirit of a nation in transformation. The trial of Louis XVI stands as an iconic moment in history, where the once untouchable monarch faced justice before his fellow citizens. The courtroom buzzed with anticipation as citoyens debated his fate, marking a significant shift from absolute monarchy to popular sovereignty. Meanwhile, Royal Letters Patent granted equal rights for Portuguese, Spanish, and Avignonese Jews in France. This groundbreaking decree shattered centuries-old prejudices and recognized their rightful place as full-fledged citoyens within society. As we delve into visual representations of this revolutionary identity, we encounter figures like Le citoyen Pauvert - Costume de Directeur des Telegraphes. Adorned in vibrant engravings, he embodies progress and innovation that telegraphy brought to communication networks under citizen control. Le citoyen Gaillard pere takes center stage as Commandant and Ingenieur des Barricades. In colorful hues, he epitomizes resilience against oppression through his role in constructing barricades that became symbols of resistance during times of unrest. Another striking depiction is Le citoyen La Cecilia - General Commandant; his colored engraving showcases military leadership by an ordinary citizen who rose to prominence amidst chaos. Such illustrations highlight how individuals embraced their newfound power during these transformative years. Not limited to men alone, even women found themselves embracing this new identity. A Bourgeois of Paris from 1787 emerges proudly dressed in elegant attire while embodying civic duty – her presence signifies female participation within political discourse at a time when it was largely denied.