Blanche de Castille 1185-1252 Breaks up the Prisons of the Chapter of Paris, engraved by Jean Baptiste Morret fl. 1790-1820 1787

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"Blanche de Castille 1185-1252 Breaks up the Prisons of the Chapter of Paris" is an 18th-century engraving by French artist Jean Baptiste Morret, active from approximately 1790 to 1820. The work was created in 1787 and is based on a design by Antoine Louis Francois Sergent-Marceau, a prominent French engraver and illustrator of the same period. The engraving depicts a historical event involving Blanche of Castile (1188–1252), the Queen consort of France as the wife of Louis VIII and the mother of Louis IX, also known as Saint Louis.

Blanche of Castile was known for her strong political influence and regency during the minority and reign of her son. The scene captured in the engraving is a testament to her assertive governance and concern for justice. It illustrates the moment when Blanche, exercising her authority, orders the destruction of the prisons of the Chapter of Paris, which were notorious for their harsh conditions. The act of breaking up the prisons is symbolic of her commitment to reform and her intervention in matters of state and welfare.

The artwork is significant for its historical representation and as an example of the neoclassical style prevalent during the time of its creation. The engraving would have been used to educate and influence the public's view of historical figures and events, reflecting the Enlightenment ideals of reason, justice, and the role of strong leadership.

Jean Baptiste Morret's engraving, based on Sergent-Marceau's design, is an important cultural artifact that provides insight into the political narrative and artistic trends of late 18th-century France. It serves as a visual documentation of Blanche of Castile's legacy and the societal values of the period in which the artwork was produced.

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