Caricature comparing Don Quixote to Saint-Simonianism a French political and social movement of the first half of the 19th century, inspired by the ideas of Claude comte de Saint-Simon (1760-1825), c.1850 (lithograph)

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Caricature comparing Don Quixote to Saint-Simonianism a French political and social movement of the first half of the 19th century, inspired by the ideas of Claude comte de Saint-Simon (1760-1825), c.1850 (lithograph)

5669717 Caricature comparing Don Quixote to Saint-Simonianism a French political and social movement of the first half of the 19th century, inspired by the ideas of Claude comte de Saint-Simon (1760-1825), c.1850 (lithograph); (add.info.: Caricature comparing Don Quixote to Saint-Simonianism, a French political and social movement of the first half of the 19th century, inspired by the ideas of Claude comte de Saint-Simon (1760-1825). Saint-Simon's ideas focused on the perception that growth in industrialization and scientific discovery would have profound changes on society, on the basis of "true equality". circa 1850.); Universal History Archive/UIG

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1850s Comparing Don Quixote Industrialization Saint Simon Scientific Discovery

EDITORS COMMENTS
This lithograph from the mid-19th century cleverly juxtaposes the iconic figure of Don Quixote with the revolutionary ideals of Saint-Simonianism. The French political and social movement, inspired by Claude comte de Saint-Simon, sought to bring about true equality in society through industrialization and scientific progress. In this caricature, Don Quixote's idealistic quest for chivalry is humorously compared to the grandiose ambitions of Saint-Simonianism. Both figures are portrayed as dreamers, chasing after lofty goals that may seem unattainable to others. The contrast between the whimsical knight errant and the serious social reformers highlights the complexity of societal change during this period. The artist skillfully captures the essence of both Don Quixote's romantic vision and Saint-Simon's pragmatic approach to creating a more equitable world. As industrialization and scientific discovery began to reshape European society in profound ways, movements like Saint-Simonianism emerged as responses to these rapid changes. This lithograph serves as a fascinating historical snapshot of 19th-century France, where competing ideologies clashed in their visions for a better future. It reminds us that even seemingly disparate figures like Don Quixote and Claude comte de Saint-Simon can be connected through their shared desire for social transformation.

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