Impot Collection

Economy. Tax: the gabelle (tax on salt in France). Salt smugglers attacked by the king's soldiers
3434731 Economy. Tax: the gabelle (tax on salt in France). Salt smugglers attacked by the king's soldiers. Engraving in: Grands hommes et grands faits de l'industrie, France

The lawyer. The wealthy client puts a tax in the hands of the dishonest lawyer
FLO4675708 The lawyer. The wealthy client puts a tax in the hands of the dishonest lawyer. Death also contributes, but reminds him that the hourglass has passed away

Cartoon of the treacherous Lord Bute receiving a reward while the old patriot Englishman is taxed until he is bent
FLO4717869 Cartoon of the treacherous Lord Bute receiving a reward while the old patriot Englishman is taxed until he is bent double

Barriere de Bercy, Barrier of Bercy, de Bercy, Barrier of Bercy (colour engraving)
3434836 Barriere de Bercy, Barrier of Bercy, de Bercy, Barrier of Bercy (colour engraving); (add.info.: France. Coll. Part, Geography. France. Paris)

Capture Scene. Detail of an anonymous painting of the 16th century. Banca del Monte Faenza, Ravenna
VEN5027277 Capture Scene. Detail of an anonymous painting of the 16th century. Banca del Monte Faenza, Ravenna.; (add.info.: Capture Scene. Detail of an anonymous painting of the 16th century)

National Assembly: demonstration by deputies against the tax on parliamentary allowances, 1933 (illustration)
7211552 National Assembly: demonstration by deputies against the tax on parliamentary allowances, 1933 (illustration) by Bogislas

The Guard of Seals Mathieu Mole (1584-1656) resistant to factious during the day of the barricades during the Fronde
JLJ4643786 The Guard of Seals Mathieu Mole (1584-1656) resistant to factious during the day of the barricades during the Fronde on 27 August 1648 (oil on canvas) by Dupre

The payment of the dime or the denombrement a Bethlehem Painting by Pieter the Jeune dit
JLJ4677299 The payment of the dime or the denombrement a Bethlehem Painting by Pieter the Jeune dit Brueghel d Enfer (Breughel, Bruegel or Breugel) (1564-1638) 17th century Sun

King Louis XII proclaimed father of the people to the States General of Tours on 14 May
JLJ4593228 King Louis XII proclaimed father of the people to the States General of Tours on 14 May 1506. This title is given to him because he reduced the size, tax paid by commoners

The Boston Tea Party, 6th of December 1773
XEE557387 The Boston Tea Party, 6th of December 1773. by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Colonists disguised as Mohawk Indians destroy chests of tea on ships in Boston)

The burden of taxation, illustration from L assiette au Beurre
STC397107 The burden of taxation, illustration from L assiette au Beurre: Les Fonctionnaires, 9th August 1902 (colour litho) by Cadel

The payment of the dime or the Deombrement has Bethlehem Detail
JLJ4612293 The payment of the dime or the Deombrement has Bethlehem Detail. Painting by Pieter le Jeune dit Brueghel d Enfer (Breughel, Bruegel or Breugel) (1564-1638) 17th century Sun

Illustration in Le Rire, 04 / 07 / 08 - The Inventor (engraving)
ICA4862358 Illustration in Le Rire, 04/07/08 - The Inventor (engraving) by Metivet, Lucien (1863-1930); (add.info.: Illustration de Lucien Metivet (1863-1932) dans Le Rire

Le Rire rouge, Satirique en N&B, 1916_5_6 : Everything is more
ICA4845117 Le Rire rouge, Satirique en N&B, 1916_5_6 : Everything is more and more heavy with the Krauts, artillery, taxes and losses - War of 14 -18 (engraving) by Metivet

The King of France Louis X the Hutin (1289-1316) handed over the Charter to the Normans
JLJ4568232 The King of France Louis X the Hutin (1289-1316) handed over the Charter to the Normans on 19/03/1315, conceiving greater independence and fewer taxes to the Duche of Normandy

The two Mules (Les deux mulets) - Fables by La Fontaine, 19th century (engraving)
DUV4214235 The two Mules (Les deux mulets) - Fables by La Fontaine, 19th century (engraving) by Grandville (Jean Ignace Isidore Gerard) (1803-47); Private Collection; (add.info)

Portrait of Philibert Orry (1689-1747) Financial Controller Painting in the workshop of
JLJ4602907 Portrait of Philibert Orry (1689-1747) Financial Controller Painting in the workshop of Hyacinthe Rigaud (1659-1743) 18th century. Dim. 1, 46 x 1, 12 m

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"Unrest and Resistance: A Historical Perspective on the Burden of Taxation" In this captivating collection of illustrations and paintings, we are transported through time to witness various instances of impot, or taxation, throughout history. From the National Assembly's demonstration against the tax on parliamentary allowances in 1933 to Mathieu Mole's defiance during the day of barricades in 1648, these images depict a common theme - people standing up against oppressive taxes. One painting that catches our attention is "The Payment of the Dime or the Denombrement, " by Pieter the Jeune dit. This artwork portrays individuals burdened by their obligation to pay taxes, highlighting their struggle under heavy financial demands. Similarly, an illustration from Le Rire magazine showcases "The Tobacco of Republique, " shedding light on how even everyday commodities were subject to taxation. Moving further back in time, we encounter significant moments such as King Louis XII being proclaimed father of the people during his address at the States General in Tours. This event symbolizes both a recognition of royal authority and a call for fairer taxation policies. Another striking image takes us across continents to witness The Boston Tea Party in 1773. Here, American colonists rebelled against British-imposed tea taxes, sparking one of history's most iconic acts of resistance. Throughout these depictions emerges a recurring sentiment - citizens feeling overwhelmed by excessive taxation and yearning for change. An engraving from L'Assiette au Beurre aptly captures this sentiment with its portrayal titled "The Burden of Taxation. " It serves as a reminder that while necessary for societal functioning, taxes can become oppressive if not carefully managed. As we delve deeper into history with engravings like "The Inventor" from Le Rire magazine or La Fontaine's fable "Les deux mulets, " it becomes evident that satire has long been employed as a tool to critique taxation and those in power.