Stanis. Clermont-Tonnerre
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Stanis. Clermont-Tonnerre
STANISLAS MARIE ADELAIDE, comte de CLERMONT-TONNERRE French statesman who supported the Revolution but deplored its excesses. Date: 1757 - 1792
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1757 1792 Adelaide Clermont Comte Excesses Marie Revolution Stanislas Supported Tonnerre
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This evocative portrait captures the enigmatic figure of Stanisław Marie Adelaide, Comte de Clermont-Tonnerre (1757-1792), a prominent French statesman who played a pivotal role in the early years of the French Revolution. Clermont-Tonnerre is best known for his paradoxical stance towards the Revolution, supporting its progressive ideals while expressing deep concern over its excesses. Born into a noble family, Clermont-Tonnerre began his political career under the monarchy, serving as a member of the Parlement of Paris. However, he embraced the revolutionary cause in 1789, becoming a vocal advocate for the National Assembly and the new Constitution. His eloquent speeches in favor of the Revolution earned him a place among its leading figures. Despite his commitment to the Revolution, Clermont-Tonnerre grew increasingly uneasy as the violence and chaos escalated. He opposed the radical measures of the Jacobins and spoke out against the Reign of Terror. Tragically, his opposition earned him the enmity of the radicals, and he was arrested and imprisoned in the infamous Conciergerie prison in Paris. This portrait, likely taken during Clermont-Tonnerre's political heyday, captures the intensity and intelligence of a man who straddled the divide between the old regime and the new. His complex relationship with the Revolution continues to fascinate historians and students of political history, offering a nuanced perspective on a pivotal moment in world history.
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