Membre Collection

Costume of a French member of an Institute, Napoleonic era. Handcoloured lithograph by Leopold Massard from Le Bibliophile Jacob aka Paul Lacroixs Costumes Historiques de la France

Atrophie progressive des muscles extenseurs du bras, Attitude du membre paralyse (colour litho)
5210364 Atrophie progressive des muscles extenseurs du bras, Attitude du membre paralyse (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Jph. Lis. Gay-Lussac, engraved by Ambroise Tardieu

litho de Berdalle. Head-and-shoulders portrait of Francois Chaussier, who conducted some of the first experiments to develop navigational systems for balloons

Jph. Lis. Gay-lussac, Engraved By Ambroise Tardieu

Litho De Berdalle. Head-and-shoulders Portrait Of Francois Chaussier, Who Conducted Some Of The First Experiments To Develop Navigational Systems For Balloons

F. Chaussier, professeur e la faculte de medecine, membre de l Institut. Head-and-shoulders portrait of Francois Chaussier

Joseph Louis Gay-Lussac
Jph. Lis. Gay-Lussac (physicien et chimiste), membre de l Academie royale des sciences, de la Societe royale de Londres, &a. Ne e St. Leonard... 1778

Reunion annuelle des collaborateurs de La Nature, premier diner offert a M. Gaston Tissandier sous la Presidence de M. Cailletet, membre de l Institut

Fr. Chaussier, professeur e la faculte de medecine de Paris, ... membre de l Institut de France, &c, &c. Head-and-shoulders portrait of Francois Chaussier

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"Membre" is a term that encompasses various aspects of French history and society. From the costume of a French member during the Napoleonic era to the progressive muscle atrophy in a paralyzed limb, "membre" has diverse connotations. It also refers to individuals who played significant roles in different organizations and councils. During August 1944, members of the National Resistance Council gathered around their President G. Bidault, symbolizing unity and determination in liberating Paris. The Paris City Council's album showcases esteemed members who have contributed to shaping the city's development. In matters of national defense, deputies from Seine served as dedicated members safeguarding their country's interests. Francois Mauguin, an eminent lawyer at the Royal Court of Paris, held his position with honor as a member of the House of Deputies. The revolutionary committee sent its members for domicile visits, reflecting their active involvement in societal affairs. Similarly, historical references like the Council of 500 highlight democratic decision-making processes within ancient societies. Honoring achievements and contributions was customary throughout history; Antoine-Francois Peyre received recognition through a medal for his membership in the National Institute of Science and Arts during 1796. Tragically, Henry IV and seven other royal family members fell victim to revolutionaries' actions in 1820 - an event commemorated as a tribute to their lives lost. Lastly, albums documenting municipal council activities shed light on how local governance operated efficiently under various departments' guidance.