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Plenary Court. Engraving, 1848
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Plenary Court. Engraving, 1848
Etienne Charles de Lomenie de Brienne (1727-1794). French churchman and politician of Louis XVI. Forced to dissolve the Plenary Court. Engraving, 1848
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1727 1794 1848 Banquet Barcelona Brienne Catalonia Churchman Etienne Forced Dissolve
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This engraving, created in 1848, depicts a pivotal moment in French history during the reign of King Louis XVI. The image captures the scene of the Plenary Court, a high court of justice established in 1511, being forced to dissolve by Etienne Charles de Lomenie Brienne, a French churchman and politician. Brienne, dressed in formal attire, stands at the head of the table, gesturing towards the members of the court, who are in various stages of disbelief and confusion. The crowd in the background, consisting of commoners and nobles alike, reflects the turmoil and uncertainty that gripped Europe during this period. The Plenary Court was a symbol of the absolute power of the monarchy, and its dissolution was a significant step towards the French Revolution. The event took place in Barcelona, Catalonia, which was then part of the Spanish Kingdom, but the implications were felt across Europe. The modern library or archive, filled with the dusty tomes of history, serves as a reminder of the complex web of political intrigue and power struggles that shaped the 18th century. Etienne Charles de Lomenie Brienne, born in 1727, was a key figure in the French political scene, serving as a bishop, a cardinal, and a prime minister under Louis XVI. His decision to dissolve the Plenary Court was a bold move that ultimately contributed to the downfall of the monarchy and the rise of the revolutionary forces. This engraving, a testament to the past, invites us to reflect on the complexities of history and the role of individuals in shaping the course of nations.
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