Frame Containing The Complete Calendar For Year XII

Year XII (1804) was a pivotal year in French history. The First Consul was crowned Emperor, the Duke of Enghien was executed, and the Cadoudal conspiracy shook the institutions. The Civil Code was promulgated, establishing our legal system. All these events, and many more, were experienced, directly or indirectly, by the owner of this charming frame containing a calendar, who has inscribed his name inside. It consists of a pretty gilded frame, still assembled with dowels as in the 18th century, whose hinged cardboard back, covered in domino paper, provides access to a small oblong notebook. Each page is engraved with a month, as well as a tondo scene depicting children playing. This cleverly allows one to see only one month at a time, the whole thing closed and hung on the wall. It should be noted that while the years and months are still those of the French Revolutionary calendar, the days have reverted to the names of saints; the Concordat has clearly had its effect. The whole thing is in very good condition for an object of everyday use.