Colbert J-B / Collyer
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Colbert J-B / Collyer
JEAN-BAPTISTE French statesman, Marquis de Seignelay Date: 1619 - 1683
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1619 1683 Baptiste Colbert Collyer Marquis Minerva Oval Seignelay Snake
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This oval print depicts Jean-Baptiste Colbert, Marquis de Seignelay (1619-1683), a renowned French statesman and finance minister under King Louis XIV. Colbert's image is framed by an intricate design of intertwining snakes, symbolizing wisdom and the power of knowledge. The central figure of Minerva, the Roman goddess of wisdom, further emphasizes this theme. Born into a noble family, Colbert rose to prominence in the court of Louis XIV during the late 17th century. He served as the Secretary of State for the Navy from 1661 to 1669 and was later appointed as the Controller-General of Finances in 1665. Colbert's tenure as the Controller-General marked a pivotal period in French history, as he implemented a series of economic reforms aimed at strengthening the French economy and expanding its global influence. Colbert's innovative financial policies, such as the establishment of the Manufactures Royales and the creation of the Compagnie des Indes Orientales, transformed France into a major European power. His efforts to centralize the French economy and promote domestic industries led to the country's economic growth and prosperity during the Ancien Régime. This evocative print captures the essence of Colbert's legacy as a visionary statesman and a key figure in the political and economic history of France. The interplay of the serpentine design and the image of Minerva highlights the importance of wisdom and knowledge in Colbert's leadership and achievements.
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