Grand Cordon Collection

M. Talleyrand-Perigord, Encien Eveque d Autun, pub. 1791 (engraving)
2958352 M.Talleyrand-Perigord, Encien Eveque d Autun, pub. 1791 (engraving) by Bonneville, Francois (fl.1787); Private Collection; (add.info)

Charles Maurice de Talleyrand-Perigord, Prince de Benevent, Vice Grand Electeur, pub
2958348 Charles Maurice de Talleyrand-Perigord, Prince de Benevent, Vice Grand Electeur, pub. 1809 (engraving) by Gerard, Francois Pascal Simon

Louis Antoine de Bourbon, Duc d Angouleme 1776-1849. In the uniform of a colonel in the Garde-du-corps de Monsieur with grand-cordon bleu sash, chain of the Order of the Golden Fleece

King Charles X of France 1757-1836 in military uniform of a colonel in the Garde Nationale with grand-cordon bleu sash and chain of the Order of the Golden Fleece, Ordre de la Toison-d Or

The Czar and Czaritsa at Versailles, Their Imperial Majesties listening to a Recitation by Madame Sarah Bernhardt
1051079 The Czar and Czaritsa at Versailles, Their Imperial Majesties listening to a Recitation by Madame Sarah Bernhardt (engraving) by English School

Portrait of Talleyrand, aged 79, pub. 1835 (engraving)
2958351 Portrait of Talleyrand, aged 79, pub.1835 (engraving) by Dantan, Jean-Pierre (1800-1869) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Presentation of the Grand Cordon of the Legion of Honour to the Sultan, at Constantinople (engraving)
1608518 Presentation of the Grand Cordon of the Legion of Honour to the Sultan, at Constantinople (engraving) by English School

The War in Egypt, the Khedive presenting the Grand Cordon of the Osmanieh to Sir Garnet Wolseley (engraving)
1061131 The War in Egypt, the Khedive presenting the Grand Cordon of the Osmanieh to Sir Garnet Wolseley (engraving) by Villiers

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"Grand Cordon: A Symbol of Prestige and Honor" The concept of the "grand cordon" holds a significant place in history, representing prestige, honor, and recognition. It traces back to notable figures such as M. Talleyrand-Perigord, the Encien Eveque d'Autun, whose influence during the French Revolution was immortalized in a 1791 engraving. Another prominent figure associated with the grand cordon is Charles Maurice de Talleyrand-Perigord himself, later known as Prince de Benevent and Vice Grand Electeur. His portrait from that era showcases his elevated status within society. Intriguingly, even royalty has been linked to this symbol. Louis Antoine de Bourbon, Duc d'Angouleme (1776-1849), grandson of King Charles X of France (1757-1836), also adorned himself with the grand cordon. Beyond French borders, it extended its allure to Versailles when The Czar and Czaritsa were captivated by Madame Sarah Bernhardt's recitation while wearing their own grand cordons – an enchanting moment captured in an engraving. As time progressed, Charles Maurice Prince de Talleyrand continued to be associated with this prestigious distinction through various engravings published in 1835 at age 79 – a testament to his enduring legacy. Not limited to Europe alone; Constantinople witnessed its splendor when Sultan received the Grand Cordon of the Legion of Honour - an event commemorated through another captivating engraving. Egypt too experienced its share of grand cordons being presented; Sir Garnet Wolseley receiving one during The War in Egypt - an occasion depicted vividly through yet another remarkable engraving. Even into modern times under King Louis Philippe I (1773-1850) reigns over France; we see how this tradition persisted as seen from historical records and portraits capturing his connection to the grand cordon.