Calvados Collection (#4)

Boat at low tide, Port-en-Bessin, Normandy, France

Beachcombers at Port-en-Bessin, Normandy, France

Normandy, c1930s
Normandy. From Falaise castle Robert the Devil spied Arletta, the tanners daughter, by whom he begot William the Conqueror, c1930s. From Geographical Magazine, Volume 5

Street Scene, Bayeux, Normandy, c1828. Artist: Samuel Prout
Street Scene, Bayeux, Normandy, c1828. Painting held in the Walker Art Gallery, Liverpool. From The Connoisseur Volume LXXXIX, [The Connoisseur Ltd, London, 1932]

The Cures Little Class, c1879, (1904). Artist: James Abbott McNeill Whistler
The Cures Little Class, c1879, (1904). From Whistler As I Knew Him, by Mortimer Menpes. [Adam and Charles Black, London, 1904]

An old curiosity shop in Falaise, Normandy, France, c1930s. Artist: Humphrey Joel
An old curiosity shop in Falaise, Normandy, France, c1930s. A print from Countries of the World, edited by JA Hammerton, volume V, the Fleetway House, London, c1930s

Medieval Lisieux, Normandy, France, c1930s. A print from Countries of the World, edited by J A Hammerton, volume V, The Fleetway House, London, c1930s

Sketchbook manuscript notes Felix Bracquemond
Sketchbook with manuscript notes Felix Bracquemond, Bracquemond, Felix, 1833-1914, pencil, pen, ink, and watercolor, ca. 1868-ca

Vauquelin Birthplace
The birthplace of French chemist Nicolas-Louis Vauquelin, at Saint-Andre d Hebertet, Calvados (Normandie), Date: 1763

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Calvados, the golden elixir of Normandy, is a spirit deeply rooted in the region's rich history and breathtaking landscapes. From the picturesque Cider Presses nestled amidst verdant orchards to the charming Honfleur Harbour, Calvados province offers an enchanting journey through time. In this captivating land of rolling hills and apple trees, Calvados Distilling takes center stage. The artistry behind this renowned brandy is perfected here, creating a symphony of flavors that dance on your palate with each sip. As you wander along the cobbled streets of The Vieux Bassin in Old Harbour St. Catherine's Quay, Honfleur reveals its timeless beauty. Claude Monet himself immortalized this scene in his masterpiece "Embouchure De La Seine A Honfleur, " capturing the essence of Calvados' allure. But Calvados is not only about tranquility; it carries stories of bravery too. Omaha Beach stands as a poignant reminder of D-Day during WWII – a place where heroes fought for freedom amidst Colleville-sur-Mer's serene shores. Indulgence awaits at every turn as you feast your eyes upon stunning views across old harbors to restaurants on St. Etienne Quay in Honfleur or savor delectable cuisine at open-air pavement brasseries in Trouville. Relaxation takes hold as deckchairs line the seafront boardwalk (la planche) in Deauville, offering respite from everyday life while enjoying panoramic vistas along Cote Fleurie. History echoes through every stone at Old Port Honfleur and Abbaye aux Hommes Caen – architectural marvels that transport you back centuries within their hallowed walls. And let us not forget Jersey Railway Engine Calvados from early 1900s - an emblematic symbol connecting past and present with its nostalgic charm. Calvados encompasses more than just a drink.