Edict Of Nantes Collection

'The Revocation of the Edict of Nantes (1685) - Protestant Fugitives"; after M Leloir. 1890. Creator: Unknown
'The Revocation of the Edict of Nantes (1685) - Protestant Fugitives"; after M Leloir. 1890. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 42. July to December, 1890

Allegory of the Church of Paris on the occasion of the Revocation of the Edict of Nantes
LSE3550911 Allegory of the Church of Paris on the occasion of the Revocation of the Edict of Nantes, 1685 (gouache on vellum) by Sevin, Pierre Paul (1650-1710); Musee de Notre Dame de Paris

Revocation of the Edict of Nantes (engraving)
965769 Revocation of the Edict of Nantes (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Revocation of the Edict of Nantes)

French Hoek (b / w photo)
3092310 French Hoek (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: French Hoek. Illustration for Picturesque South Africa (Dennis Edwards)

King Henry IV enters Paris (chromolitho)
667236 King Henry IV enters Paris (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: King Henry IV enters Paris. French educational card, c 1900.); © Look and Learn

Revocation of the Edict of Nantes, 1685 (engraving)
3626333 Revocation of the Edict of Nantes, 1685 (engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Revocation of the Edict of Nantes, 1685)

Fac-similes of Medals struck in Honour of the Revocation of the Edict of Nantes (engraving)
2791249 Fac-similes of Medals struck in Honour of the Revocation of the Edict of Nantes (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Revocation of the Edict of Nantes (1685), Protestant Fugitives (litho)
1038360 The Revocation of the Edict of Nantes (1685), Protestant Fugitives (litho) by Leloir, Maurice (1853-1940); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Revocation of the Edict of Nantes (1685)

Proclamation of the revocation of the Edict of Nantes by Louis XIV, 1685 (engraving)
3647518 Proclamation of the revocation of the Edict of Nantes by Louis XIV, 1685 (engraving) by Neuville, Alphonse Marie de (1835-85) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Louis XIV signed the revocation of the Edict of Nantes (litho)
LSE3550910 Louis XIV signed the revocation of the Edict of Nantes (litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; Photo eLeonard de Selva; French, out of copyright

Louis XIV signing the Revocation of the Edict of Nantes (engraving)
2780869 Louis XIV signing the Revocation of the Edict of Nantes (engraving) by Houghton, Arthur Boyd (1836-75) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Reception of the French Calvinist Protestant refugees (Huguenots) by the Great Elector in Potsdam Castle, 1685. French Protestants fleeing their country after the abolishment of the Edict of Nantes

French Huguenot Refugees Landing at Dover in 1685
FRENCH HUGUENOT REFUGEES LANDING AT DOVER IN 1685. After the Revocation of the Edict of Nantes

HUGUENOTS IN DOVER, 1685. French Huguenots landing at Dover, England, after the revocation of the Edict of Nantes in 1685. Engraving, English, 1885

FRENCH HUGUENOT REFUGEES LANDING AT DOVER IN 1685. After the Revocation of the Edict of Nantes

EDICT OF NANTES, 1685. King Louis XIV of France renouncing the Edict of Nantes, declaring Protestantism illegal in France, 1685. Line engraving, Dutch, 18th century

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"The Edict of Nantes: A Tale of Religious Tolerance and Its Revocation" In the midst of a tumultuous era, the Edict of Nantes emerged as a beacon of hope for religious freedom in France. Symbolized by the captivating "Allegory of the Church of Paris on the occasion of the Revocation, " it represented an unprecedented milestone in history. Engraved depictions vividly capture pivotal moments surrounding this historic event. The "Revocation of the Edict" engraving portrays a turning point when religious harmony was shattered, forever altering lives and destinies. Meanwhile, amidst black and white contrasts, "French Hoek" photo serves as a stark reminder that diversity once thrived within these lands. The arrival of King Henry IV into Paris is immortalized through vibrant chromolithography, showcasing his efforts to unite a divided nation under one tolerant rule. However, subsequent engravings depict Louis XIV's fateful decision to revoke this edict – an act that would reverberate throughout time. Fac-similes reveal medals struck to commemorate this revocation; their existence testament to both defiance and resilience displayed by those affected. Lithographs portray Protestant fugitives fleeing persecution after the proclamation's implementation – poignant reminders that intolerance can drive people from their homes. Through powerful engravings capturing Louis XIV signing away religious freedoms once granted, we witness how political power can overshadow principles held dear. Yet even amidst such darkness, artists like Zephirin Felix Jean Marius Belliard paint portraits honoring King Henry IV - reminding us that his legacy endures beyond mere ink on paper. Henry IV's reign remains etched in our collective memory; Ride’s artistic rendition captures his regal presence with grace and elegance. His vision for unity still resonates today as we reflect upon this turbulent period in French history. The story behind the Edict of Nantes is one filled with triumphs and tragedies alike – its revocation a stark reminder of the fragility of religious tolerance.