Calais Collection (#8)

Queen Philippa interceding with Edward III for the Six Burgesses of Calais, 1850. Artist: John Leech
Queen Philippa interceding with Edward III for the Six Burgesses of Calais, 1850. A satirical illustration showing Queen Philippa, wife of Edward III of England

The Surrender of Calais, (19th century). Artist: JC Armytage
The Surrender of Calais, 19th century. A scene from the 100 Years War, in which Edward III of England, having finally taken Calais in 1346, asks for six citizens to be sent to him

Meeting of Henry VIII and Francis I, at The Field of Cloth of Gold, 1520, (1902). Portion of the central bas-relief of a series of five said to represent the Camp du Drap d Or in the courtyard of

King Louis XVIII of France (1755-1824) landing at Calais, 24th April 1814 (1816). Artist: I Romney
King Louis XVIII of France (1755-1824) landing at Calais, 24th April 1814 (1816). Louis XVIII was king of France between 1814 until his death in 1824

French Travelling, or the First Stage from Calais, 1792. Artist: F Dukes
French Travelling, or the First Stage from Calais, 1792. Illustration from Social Caricature in the Eighteenth Century... With over two hundred illustrations by George Paston [pseudonym of Emily

Women shrimp fishers, Calais, 1905. Postcard: Everything here smells of fish instead of [?] mimosa and heliotrope, Much love, CM

The Field Of The Cloth Of Gold, 1520, (c1850). Lavishly decorated tents were constructed at the field of the Cloth of Gold, the meeting place near Calais in France

The Tournament at St Inglevert, France, 15th Century. Artist: Master of the Harley Froissart
The Tournament at St Inglevert, France, 15th Century. Jousting scene with ornate tents: knights in armour with lances parade across the field, while the audience looks

Henry VIII in the Field of the Cloth of Gold, 1520, (1870). A wood engraving after bas-reliefs in the Hotel of the Bourg Herold, Rouen

The Surrender of Calais to King Edward III, 1347, (1776). Artist: I Hall
The Surrender of Calais to King Edward III, 1347, (1776). A plate from The Copper-Plate Magazine or A Monthly Treasure, London, 1776

Calais Pier, 1803. Artist: Turner, Joseph Mallord William (1775-1851)
Calais Pier, 1803. Found in the collection of the National Gallery, London

The Surrender of Calais, (1860). Artist: JC Armytage
The Surrender of Calais, (1860)

The Burghers of Calais before Edward, King of England, 1347, (1875). Artist: T Sherratt
The Burghers of Calais before Edward, King of England, 1347, (1875). Edward III, (1312-1377), was one of the most successful English kings of medieval times

Phineus is delivered from the Harpies by Calais and Zethes, 1655. Artist: Michel de Marolles
Phineus is delivered from the Harpies by Calais and Zethes, 1655. A plate from Michel de Marolless Tableaux du Temple des Muses, Paris, 1655. Found in the collection of Jean Claude Carriere

The Field Of The Cloth Of Gold, 1520, (1896). Artist: James Basire I
The Field Of The Cloth Of Gold, 1520, (1896). Lavishly decorated tents were constructed at the field of the Cloth of Gold, the meeting place near Calais in France

Phineus is Delivered from the Harpies by Calais and Zethes, 1733. Artist: Bernard Picart
Phineus is Delivered from the Harpies by Calais and Zethes, 1733. A plate from Le temple des Muses, Amsterdam, 1733. Found in the collection of Jean Claude Carriere

Calais Pier with French Poissards Preparing for Sea: an English Packet Arriving, 1803. Artist: JMW Turner
Calais Pier with French Poissards Preparing for Sea: an English Packet Arriving, 1803. From the National Gallery, London

Arrival at Calais, 1816. From French Characteristic Costume. (London, 1816)

Statue of the Burghers of Calais, 19th century. Artist: Auguste Rodin
Statue of the Burghers of Calais in bronze, relating to the taking of Calais in 1347 by Edward III of England, 19th century

The Duke of Guise captures Calais from the English, 7 January 1558 (20th century). Calais had been in English hands since 1347

Saint Omer, Pas de Calais, northern France
The new bridge at Saint Omer, Pas de Calais, northern France. circa 1910

Chinese man and RFC, Clairmarais, Northern France, WW1
Chinese man in a bowler hat entertaining a group of RFC men at Clairmarais, Pas de Calais, Northern France, during the First World War. Date: 1918

Queen Philippa interceding for the burghers of Calais
Queen Philippa interceding with her husband, Edward III, for the lives of the burghers of Calais. 1347

Calais, France - Burghers of Calais statue by Rodin, commemorating the siege of 1347. Date: circa 1910s

Calais, France - Notre Dame Church, with a butchers shop on the left. Date: circa 1910s

Calais, France - the Lighthouse
Calais Lighthouse (Phare de Calais), located in the port of Calais, France, serving as a navigational aid to ships and ferries travelling in the Straits of Dover. circa 1910s

Calais, France - rooftop view of houses and church steeple
Calais, France - An aerial panoramic view of rooftops and streets with the tower of the ɧ lise Notre-Dame (The Church of Our Lady) showing in the background. Date: circa 1910s

Calais, France - children on Courgain Street
Calais, France - A large group of children pass down Courgain Street (Rue du Courgain), while onlookers watch through windows and washing is hung out over the street. Date: circa 1910s

Calais, France - Vetillard bridge and lock
Calais, France - Vetillard Bridge and lock, passing over the Saint Omer Canal (Canal de Calais a Saint Omer). The Calais Lighthouse (Phare de Calais) is visible in the background. Date: circa 1910s

Calais, France - street market
Calais, France - a busy street market packed with tents, stalls and horses crowded into a town square. Date: circa 1910s

Calais, France - entrance to the Citadel
Calais, France - entrance into the Citadelle de Calais over a moat and bridge. The Citadelle was built over the ruins of the old medieval castle that defended Calais

Calais, France - fishing boats in the harbour
Calais, France - tethered fishing boats at rest in the harbour, with the waterfront and buildings visible in the background. circa 1910s

Bystander Riviera supplement - train de luxe
Cover of The Bystander magazines Riviera supplement carrying an illustrated advertisement for the Train de Luxe Calais-Mediterranean Express which ran daily from Calais to the Riviera

Capture of Calais from the English in 1558 by Francis de Lorraine, Duke of Guise, (january 1558) which had been under English rule for two centuries

Portrait of Agnes J Burke, writer, described as the prettiest of Paris correspondents, the social link between The Boulevard and Pall Mall. 1880

Gare Maritime, Calais
Travellers at the Gare Maritime, Calais : the express from Basle has just arrived. Date: circa 1914

Calais / Boulevard Lafayet
People and traffic in the Boulevard Lafayette, Calais Date: circa 1910

Calais Captured 1347
The English take Calais Date: August 1347

Le Boulevard Jacquard, Calais. circa 1910

Lord William Bergavenny
LORD WILLIAM BEAUCHAMP BERGAVENNY Military figure and Captain of Calais Date: - 1411

Armada / English Attack
THE SPANISH ARMADA The English attack the Spanish from the stern as they sail up-Channel towards Calais, where fireships will disperse them Date: July 1588

Naval Division in Great War Deeds, WW1
The Royal Marine and Naval Brigades (Naval Division) of the British Royal Navy being guided by Colonel Seely in a car, leaving Antwerp after their gallant defence

Brasserie de l Esplanade, Esplanade Parmentier, Berck Sur Mer, near ɴ aples, Pas-de-Calais, France. Date: 1910s

Grand Square, Steenvoorde, Nord-Pas-de-Calais
Grand Square, Steenvoorde, near Poperinge, Nord-Pas-de-Calais, France. Showing the Kiosk Date: 1910s

La Route de Wimereux, Boulogne-sur-Mer, Nord-Pas-de-Calais
La Route de Wimereux, Boulogne-sur-Mer, near Wimereux, Nord-Pas-de-Calais, France. Date: 1920s

La Route de Barse, Nord-Pas-de-Calais, France. Date: 1910s

The Church, Lumbres, Nord-Pas-de-Calais
The Church, Lumbres, near Arques, Nord-Pas-de-Calais, France. Date: 1910s

Main Square on Market Day, Steenvoorde, Nord-Pas-de-Calais
Main Square on Market Day, Steenvoorde, near Poperinge, Nord-Pas-de-Calais, France. Date: 1910s

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Calais, a city steeped in history and cultural significance. From the iconic Captain Woolf Barnato with his Bentley to the Franco-British Exhibition in London promoting unity, it has left an indelible mark on our collective memory. Art enthusiasts are drawn to Calais for its connection to renowned painter Hogarth and his masterpiece depicting the traditional English dish of roast beef. The image evokes a sense of nostalgia and pride in our culinary heritage. The spirit of adventure is alive in Calais, as seen through the daring rowing feat of an Oxford crew crossing the treacherous English Channel. Their determination exemplifies the resilience that defines this remarkable city. Fields adorned with golden cloth capture the essence of Debay's work, showcasing nature's beauty intertwined with human creativity. It serves as a reminder that art can be found even in unexpected places. The Continental Boat Express stands as a testament to Calais' role as a gateway between nations, facilitating travel and fostering connections across borders. This transportation marvel has brought people together for generations. In 1947, amidst post-war recovery efforts, lovers strolled arm-in-arm on railway platforms beside the luxurious locomotive known as the "Golden Arrow. " This symbolized hope and renewal as passengers embarked on their journey from London to Dover before catching a ferry to Calais. William Hogarth immortalized The Gate through his etching, capturing its architectural grandeur for future generations to admire. His attention to detail transports us back in time and allows us to appreciate this historical landmark anew. Sir Andrew Judde, Lord Mayor of London during Tudor times, played a significant role in shaping both cities' destinies by fostering trade relations between them. His legacy lives on through these enduring ties. During World War I, recruitment posters like "Come Lad Slip Across and Help" rallied young men from all walks of life towards duty and sacrifice. These powerful images remind us of the bravery and selflessness exhibited by those who answered the call.