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Laurent Jean Babille
LAURENT JEAN BABILLE French avocat in the Parlement de Paris, but despite his many honours, he doesn t rate a mention even in the big Larousse dictionary... shame ! Date: 1712 - ?
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1712 Dictionary Doesn Honours Larousse Laurent Mention Parlement Rate Shame Avocat
18"x14" Modern Frame
Discover the captivating history behind this intriguing figure with our exquisite framed print of Laurent Jean Babille from the Media Storehouse collection. Sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, this rare image depicts Babille, a French avocat in the Parlement de Paris, who despite his many honors, remains an unsung hero, unrecognized even in the prestigious Larousse dictionary. Add this beautifully framed print to your home or office, and let the story of this fascinating historical figure inspire you every day.
16x12 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.6cm x 40.6cm (14" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 45.7cm (14" x 18")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative 18th century portrait, Laurent Jean Babille, a distinguished French avocat, or lawyer, in the Parlement de Paris, is depicted in solemn attire, his serious expression conveying the weight of responsibility that came with his esteemed position. The Parlement de Paris was the highest judicial and legislative body in the French monarchy, and its members, including Babille, held significant political power. Despite his many honors and contributions to French legal history, Laurent Jean Babille remains an obscure figure, unjustly overlooked in major historical references such as the Larousse dictionary. This oversight is a shame, as Babille's career spanned a pivotal period in French history, with the Parlement de Paris playing a crucial role in the political landscape during the reigns of Louis XIV and Louis XV. Born in the late 17th or early 18th century, Babille rose through the ranks of the legal profession to become a trusted advisor and advocate for many of the most powerful figures of his time. He was known for his eloquence and legal expertise, and his influence extended beyond the courtroom, as he played a role in shaping French law and policy. This image offers a glimpse into the world of the French legal elite during the Ancien Régime, a time of grandeur and intrigue, when men like Laurent Jean Babille wielded significant power and shaped the course of history. It is a reminder of the rich and complex history that lies hidden in the annals of time, waiting to be rediscovered and celebrated.
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