Casimir Pierre Périer (1777-1832) is having a nightmare about being crushed by a hanging rock on which is written "récompense nationale" (national reward). The huge syringe on his belly is a symbol for Lobau and Soult, whose brutal actions suppressed Republican riots in Lyon and caused Périer insomnia. Some historians believe that the person shown here might be Lafayette.
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Place of origin:
Paris
Notes (acquisition):
Donated by: Benjamin A. and Julia M. Trustman, 1959.
