Vendean Collection

Pacification of the Vendee by General Hoche (1768-97) 20th April 1795 (coloured engraving)
XIR245141 Pacification of the Vendee by General Hoche (1768-97) 20th April 1795 (coloured engraving) by French School, (18th century); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris

Pacification of the Vendee by General Hoche (1768-97) 20th April 1795 (colour engraving)
CHT184933 Pacification of the Vendee by General Hoche (1768-97) 20th April 1795 (colour engraving) by Girardet, (18th century) (after); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

The Heroine of Milhier (gouache on card)
XIR194765 The Heroine of Milhier (gouache on card) by Lesueur Brothers, (18th century); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris

Front cover for the music score of the song Le Mouchoir Rouge de Cholet
CHT268774 Front cover for the music score of the song Le Mouchoir Rouge de Cholet, written and composed by Theodore Botrel (colour litho) by French School

Francois de Charette, French royalist soldier and politician who was one of the leaders of the Vendee Revolt against
3647591 Francois de Charette, French royalist soldier and politician who was one of the leaders of the Vendee Revolt against the French Revolutionary regime (engraving) by German School

Soldiers of the Vendee at the time of the French Revolution, c. 1845 (colour litho)
CHT184934 Soldiers of the Vendee at the time of the French Revolution, c.1845 (colour litho) by Charpentier, (fl.1845); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

END OF VENDEE WARS
After making two treaties with the Vendeans, Hoche signs one with the Bretons, thus officially bringing to an end the Vendean insurrection Date: 20 April 1795

Henri de La Rochejaquelein (1772-94), leader of the revolt in the Vendee, 1817 (oil
XIR101717 Henri de La Rochejaquelein (1772-94), leader of the revolt in the Vendee, 1817 (oil on canvas) by Guerin, Baron Pierre-Narcisse (1774-1833); 216x140 cm; Musee d Histoire, Cholet

Map of the French Department of Deux-Sevres - No. 79
Map of the French Department of Deux-Sevres - No.79, featuring inset illustrations of Niort Castle and Town Hall, the Chateau de la Guyonnierre and a portrait of Henri du Vergier

Jean-Nicolas Stofflet, from Histoire de la Revolution Francaise by Louis Blanc
KW271235 Jean-Nicolas Stofflet, from Histoire de la Revolution Francaise by Louis Blanc (1811-82) (engraving) by French School

Henri du Vergier, Comte de la Rochejaquelin, from Histoire de la Revolution
KW271226 Henri du Vergier, Comte de la Rochejaquelin, from Histoire de la Revolution Francaise by Louis Blanc (1811-82) (engraving) by French School

Pacification of the Vendee, 1793, from Histoire de la Revolution Francaise
KW271287 Pacification of the Vendee, 1793, from Histoire de la Revolution Francaise by Louis Blanc (1811-82) (engraving) by French School

Charles Marie Auguste Joseph de Beaumont, comte d Autichamp, from Histoire
KW1547428 Charles Marie Auguste Joseph de Beaumont, comte d Autichamp, from Histoire de la Revolution FranAzaise, by Louis Blanc (engraving) by French School

CHARETTE de la CONTRIE (1763-1796). Francois Athanase Charette de la Contrie. French Royalist leader in Vendean Revolt. Lithograph, French, 19th century

FRENCH REVOLUTION: VENDEE. The drowning of Vend

CHARETTE de la CONTRIE (1763-1796). François Athanase Charette de la Contrie. French Royalist leader in Vendean Revolt. Steel engraving, French, 19th century

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The Vendée, a region in western France, holds a significant place in history due to the events that unfolded during the French Revolution. The map of the French Department of Deux-Sèvres (No. 79) provides an overview of this area where one can trace the path of conflict and resistance. One such event was the Pacification of the Vendée by General Hoche on 20th April 1795. This colored engraving captures a momentous occasion when efforts were made to restore peace after years of turmoil. The Heroine of Milhier is depicted in a striking gouache on card artwork. Her bravery and resilience symbolize the spirit that prevailed amidst chaos and uncertainty. Le Mouchoir Rouge de Cholet, showcased on the front cover for its music score, serves as a reminder of how art became intertwined with historical events, immortalizing stories through melodies. François de Charette emerges as an influential figure during this period - a royalist soldier and politician who played a crucial role in leading the Vendée Revolt against revolutionary forces. An engraving portrays his determination and commitment to his cause. A color lithograph from around 1845 showcases soldiers from La Vendée during these turbulent times. Their uniforms reflect their allegiance while reminding us that ordinary individuals were caught up in extraordinary circumstances. The end of the Vendée Wars marked both relief and sorrow for those affected by this prolonged conflict. It signified closure but also left scars that would take time to heal. Henri de La Rochejaquelein stands out as one leader who fought valiantly for his beliefs until his untimely death at just twenty-two years old. An oil painting immortalizes him as an emblematic figure representing courage and sacrifice. Jean-Nicolas Stofflet's portrait adds another layer to this complex narrative - he too played a significant role within these tumultuous times, leaving behind traces within the pages of history.