Charette Collection

Poster advertising the New Rapide sewing machines, A
PER320986 Poster advertising the New Rapide sewing machines, A. Papin Tours, 10 rue des Halles (colour litho) by French School; Private Collection; (add.info)

Haymaking at Kingweston, 1860 (oil on canvas)
BAG13601 Haymaking at Kingweston, 1860 (oil on canvas) by Hopkins, W.H. (d.1892); 86.5x74.5 cm; Bristol Museum and Art Gallery, UK; eBristol Museums, Galleries & Archives; Purchased, 1924.; English

Francois de Charette (engraving)
811103 Francois de Charette (engraving) by Marckl, Louis (b.1807) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Francois de Charette, French Royalist soldier and politician (1763- 1796)

The Place du Chatelet, Paris, engraved by Frederic Martens (1809-75
PER267243 The Place du Chatelet, Paris, engraved by Frederic Martens (1809-75) 1832 (colour engraving) by Gilio, Carlo (d.1841) (after); Bibliotheque Historique de la Ville de Paris, Paris

The capture of Charette (engraving)
964483 The capture of Charette (engraving) by Johannot, Tony (1803-52) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The capture of Charette (Prise de Charette)

Francois-Athanase de Charette de la Contrie (1763-1796), 1798. Private Collection

Francois de Charette - French Royalist soldier & politician
Francois Athanase de Charette de la Contrie (1763-1796) - a French Royalist soldier and politician. He was one of the leaders of the bloody events termed the " Revolt in the Vend饦 quot;

Charette De LA Contrie
Francois Athanase CHARETTE DE LA CONTRIE French royalist of the Vendee, enemy of the Revolution Date: 1763 - 1796

Alphonse Legros, Cottage with a Cart (Chaumiere a la charette), French, 1837 - 1911, etching

Franco-Prussian War: The Charette troops before the battle in the Beauce in Vatay, France

Winnowing the Grain (oil on canvas)
XIR231552 Winnowing the Grain (oil on canvas) by Abate, Nicolo dell (c.1509-71) (school of); 98x141 cm; Louvre, Paris, France; Italian, out of copyright

Delivering Flour, 1885 (oil on canvas)
XIR130896 Delivering Flour, 1885 (oil on canvas) by Carrier-Belleuse, Louis Robert (1848-1913); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee du Petit-Palais, France; French, out of copyright

CHARETTE de la CONTRIE (1763-1796). Francois Athanase Charette de la Contrie. French Royalist leader in Vendean Revolt. Lithograph, French, 19th century

Francois Athanase Charette (1763-96) French royalist counter-revolutionary leader. Shot by republican general Lazare Hoche. Engraving

Franco-Prussian War: The Charette troops before the battle in the Beauce in Vatay, France

CHARETTE de la CONTRIE (1763-1796). François Athanase Charette de la Contrie. French Royalist leader in Vendean Revolt. Steel engraving, French, 19th century

Vendee War - 2
Charette de la Contrie, leader of the Vendee insurgents, in combat with the Revolutionary forces. Date: 1792

Senegalese men riding charette horse pulled taxi, Kaolack, Senegal, january

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"Francois de Charette: A Heroic Figure in French History" Francois de Charette, a renowned French Royalist soldier and politician, left an indelible mark on history. His name is associated with bravery, resilience, and unwavering loyalty to his cause. In the 18th century, as France was undergoing political turmoil, Charette emerged as a prominent figure fighting for the royalist cause. His commitment to restoring monarchy led him to become one of the most influential leaders during this tumultuous period. As we delve into historical archives and artworks depicting Charette's life, we come across various intriguing glimpses of his legacy. An engraving captures his likeness with striking detail – a stern face reflecting determination and courage. One such artwork that stands out is "Haymaking at Kingweston. " Painted on canvas in 1860, it portrays idyllic scenes from rural life. Although seemingly unrelated to Charette himself, this painting reminds us of the era he lived in – an era marked by agrarian traditions and societal changes. Another captivating piece is a poster advertising New Rapide sewing machines. While seemingly mundane compared to battles fought by Charette, it serves as a reminder that even amidst chaos and conflict, everyday life continued its course. The Place du Chatelet engraving transports us back to Paris during those turbulent times. It showcases bustling streets filled with people going about their daily routines while political unrest loomed overhead. This image encapsulates the atmosphere within which Charette operated – constantly navigating through adversity while striving for stability. Perhaps one of the most poignant depictions is "The Capture of Charette. " This engraving immortalizes a pivotal moment when he was apprehended after years spent leading resistance against revolutionary forces. It symbolizes both triumphs achieved and sacrifices made throughout his arduous journey.