In the raw brain of an over-excited workman politics find their way only in the shape of rough-hewn, highly-colored imagery, such as is furnished by the Marseillaise, the Carmagnole, and the Ca ira.

The requisite motto is adapted to his use; through this misshapen magnifying glass the most gracious figure appears under a diabolical aspect.

Louis XVI.

is represented here "as a monster using his power and treasure to oppose the regeneration of the French.

A new Charles IX., he desires to bring on France death and desolation.