A F Bertrande Moleville
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A F Bertrande Moleville
ANTOINE FRANCOIS BERTRANDE DE MOLEVILLE French statesman. Date: 1744 - 1818
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1744 1818 Anthony Antoine Francois
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This portrait captures Antoine François Bertrand de Molleville (1744-1818), a prominent French statesman of the late 18th century. Molleville was born in Bordeaux, France, and rose to prominence under King Louis XVI. He served as the Intendant of Finance from 1783 to 1788, a position that placed him at the heart of the French government during a time of great political and economic turmoil. Molleville's tenure as Intendant was marked by his efforts to reform the French financial system and reduce the national debt. However, his reforms were met with resistance from various interest groups, and he was eventually dismissed from his position in 1788. Despite this setback, Molleville continued to serve in various capacities within the French government, including as a member of the Constituent Assembly and the Council of Five Hundred during the French Revolution. This portrait, likely taken during Molleville's time as Intendant, showcases his distinguished appearance and the air of authority that came with his position. Molleville is depicted wearing the robe and tricorne hat of a French magistrate, symbols of his status and power. His piercing gaze and stern expression convey a sense of determination and resolve, reflecting the challenges he faced during his tenure in office. Molleville's legacy as a French statesman is complex, as his reforms were both praised for their potential to strengthen the French state and criticized for their perceived harshness. Regardless, this portrait serves as a reminder of the pivotal role he played in French history during a time of great upheaval and change.
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