Duel / Constant
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Duel / Constant
Duel with pistols between Benjamin Constant and Forbin des Issarts - firing from chairs
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1822 Benjamin Chairs Constant Duel Duels Firing Pistols Forbin
EDITORS COMMENTS
This striking image captures the intense moment of a historic duel between two prominent French figures, Benjamin Constant and Forbin des Issarts, which took place on August 27, 1822. The duel, a relic of an outdated custom that was slowly being phased out in Europe, was instigated by a heated political disagreement between the two men. Constant, a renowned political theorist, writer, and painter, is depicted on the left side of the photograph, his intense gaze fixed on his adversary. He is shown seated in a chair, a sign of the duel's unusual circumstances. The duel's rules, which were designed to minimize the risk of serious injury, stipulated that the combatants must fire from chairs, with their feet not touching the ground. On the right side of the photograph, Forbin des Issarts, a military officer and politician, is also shown seated in a chair, his pistol aimed at his opponent. The two men, both dressed in formal attire, are surrounded by a group of men, who are likely their seconds or witnesses. The duel, which took place in the Champ de Mars in Paris, was a significant event in French history. It marked the end of an era, as the practice of dueling was becoming increasingly rare and socially unacceptable. The incident also highlighted the political tensions that existed in France during that time, as well as the deep-rooted customs and traditions that continued to shape the country's social fabric. Despite the unusual circumstances, the duel between Constant and Forbin des Issarts was a serious affair, and both men took the risk of injury or death very seriously. The photograph captures the intensity and gravity of the moment, providing a glimpse into a bygone era and a reminder of the complex history and customs of 19th-century France.
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