Charles Forbes Rene De Montalembert Collection

Légende de l'an 1850. Creator: Honore Daumier
Legende de l'an 1850. Legend of the year 1850. St. Montalembert, renoncant a ramener les Parisiens dans le chemin de la vertu, remonta

Count de Montalembert - from a photograph by Maull and Polyblank, 1858. Creator: Unknown
Count de Montalembert - from a photograph by Maull and Polyblank, 1858. Charles Forbes de Montalembert joined with M. de Coux and the Abbe Lacordaire in opening

The French Second Republic, 1848-1852 (colour litho)
5207764 The French Second Republic, 1848-1852 (colour litho) by Girard, Joseph (fl.1930-50); Private Collection; (add.info.: The French Second Republic, 1848-1852)

The Late Count de Montalembert (engraving)
1057118 The Late Count de Montalembert (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Late Count de Montalembert)

Count de Montalembert (engraving)
1619479 Count de Montalembert (engraving) by Wilson, Thomas Harrington (fl.1842-86) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Count de Montalembert)

Sitting of the French Academy, and Reception of M de Montalembert (engraving)
1607303 Sitting of the French Academy, and Reception of M de Montalembert (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sitting of the French Academy)

An Auto-da-fe in the 19th Century - a religious ceremony organized by the venerable fathers Montalembert and Veuillot
3646203 An Auto-da-fe in the 19th Century - a religious ceremony organized by the venerable fathers Montalembert and Veuillot (colour litho) by Daumier

Comte de Montalembert (engraving)
2771752 Comte de Montalembert (engraving) by Portch, Julian (active c. 1855); Private Collection; (add.info.: Comte de Montalembert)

Charles Forbes Rene de Montalembert, French historian (chromolitho)
972050 Charles Forbes Rene de Montalembert, French historian (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Charles Forbes Rene de Montalembert (1810-1870)

Charles Forbes Rene de Montalembert (1810-1870), French publicist and historian. Illustration from The Life & Times of Queen Victoria, Vol II, by Robert Wilson

An Act of Grace; Montalbert Pardons the Emperor, 1859. The story behind the cartoon is the trial of the Comte de Montalembert

A Losing Game, 1858. Louis Napoleon to Palmerston What about my match with Montalembert? Palmerston replies, shaking his head, Very awkward for your British backers

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Charles Forbes René de Montalembert was a prominent French politician, writer, and historian who played a significant role in shaping the political landscape of 19th century France. Known for his liberal views and advocacy for religious freedom, Montalembert was a fierce defender of human rights and social justice. Born into an aristocratic family in 1810, Montalembert quickly rose to prominence as a member of the French Chamber of Deputies and later as a senator. He was a vocal critic of the authoritarian regime of Napoleon III and fought tirelessly for the separation of church and state. In addition to his political career, Montalembert was also a prolific writer, penning numerous essays on topics ranging from history to literature. His work often focused on themes such as democracy, individual liberty, and the importance of moral values in society. Despite facing opposition from conservative forces within France, Montalembert remained steadfast in his beliefs and continued to fight for what he believed was right. His legacy lives on today as a champion of freedom and equality for all individuals.