Francois Guizot (1787-1874). French historian, and statesman
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Francois Guizot (1787-1874). French historian, and statesman
Francois Guizot (1787-1874). French historian, and statesman. Portrait by Paul Delaroche (1797-1856). Ca. 1839. Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek. Denmark
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1839 1848 Bourbon Carlsberg Character Delaroche Francois Frech Glyptotek Guillaume Guizot Hippolyte Historian Liberal Minister Orator Painter Personage Philippe Pierre Primer Restoration Revolution
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This striking portrait of Francois Guizot (1787-1874), a prominent French historian and statesman, was painted by the renowned French artist Paul Delaroche (1797-1856) around 1839. Guizot, who served as the Prime Minister of France under King Louis Philippe from 1840 to 1848, is depicted here in the prime of his life, with piercing eyes and an intense expression that speaks to his character as a leader and orator. Born into a bourgeois family, Guizot was educated in Paris and became a professor of history at the École Normale Supérieure. He was a key figure in the Doctrinaire movement, which sought to promote liberal reforms within the context of the monarchy. During his tenure as Minister of Public Instruction, he implemented significant educational reforms, expanding access to education and promoting the study of history. The portrait captures the contemporary political climate of Europe in the 1830s and 1840s, a time of restoration and revolution. Guizot's leadership during this period was marked by his ability to navigate the complex political landscape, balancing the demands of the liberal opposition with the conservative monarchy. This oil painting, now housed in the Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek in Denmark, is a testament to the enduring legacy of both Guizot and Delaroche. Guizot's contributions to French history and politics continue to be studied and debated, while Delaroche's masterful portraits remain a cornerstone of European art history.
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