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1847 was a year of economic turmoil in France, which preceded a second revolution in 1848. Wouldn't be surprised if this was related to any of that.
Also, the tall officer in the middle looks very familiar, but then again, I guess it was a pretty common look, i.e. middle-aged man with a drooping, caterpillar moustache.
Strong Guignol vibe with this policeman, maybe that's where the familiar feeling comes from? https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Guignol
Aha, could be.
More specifically he reminds me of... I think either a French General, politician, or artist.