Charente Maritime 17 Collection (#2)

Clothing and irons received by a force arriving at the bagne de Rochefort in the 19th
XEE4143485 Clothing and irons received by a force arriving at the bagne de Rochefort in the 19th century (from the original drawing of Clemans, forcat du bagne in 1840)

A wedding at the Rochefort bagne in the 19th century. Engraving in "
XEE4143473 A wedding at the Rochefort bagne in the 19th century. Engraving in " Histoire des bagnes depuis leur creation A nos jours" (1877) by Pierre Zaccone (1817-1895)

the Oath of Jean Guiton (1585 -1654) lent to the Hotel de Ville on May 2
XEE4158060 the Oath of Jean Guiton (1585 -1654) lent to the Hotel de Ville on May 2, 1628 at the Siege de La Rochelle. When he agreed to become mayor

History of France: Episode of the Siege de la Rochelle (1624-1628)
JLJ4620288 History of France: Episode of the Siege de la Rochelle (1624-1628). Cardinal Richelieu (Armand Jean du Plessis)

View of La Rochelle, entrance to the port of sewage in 1851
JLJ4592687 View of La Rochelle, entrance to the port of sewage in 1851. Painting by Camille Corot (1796-1875), 1851. Oil on canvas. Dim: 0, 27 x 0, 42m

The port of La Rochelle - oil on canvas, 1921
LRI4580226 The port of La Rochelle - oil on canvas, 1921 by Signac, Paul (1863-1935); Musee d Orsay, Paris, France; (add.info.: Le port de la Rochelle Painting by Paul Signac (1863-1935) 1921 Sun

Romanesque architecture: view of the church of Aulnay, 12th century. Charente maritimes
JLJ4580454 Romanesque architecture: view of the church of Aulnay, 12th century. Charente maritimes. by Romanesque, (12th century); Church of St

Plan of part of the port and town of Rochefort relating to the proposed stranding tracks
LSE4100157 Plan of part of the port and town of Rochefort relating to the proposed stranding tracks between the old form and the food channel, 1772 by Unknown artist

Forcat to rest at the Rochefort bagne in the 19th century
XEE4143472 Forcat to rest at the Rochefort bagne in the 19th century. Engraving in " Histoire des bagnes depuis leur creation A nos jours" (1877) by Pierre Zaccone (1817-1895)

The mark at the bagne de Rochefort in the 19th century. Engraving in "
XEE4143465 The mark at the bagne de Rochefort in the 19th century. Engraving in " Histoire des bagnes depuis leur creation A nos jours" (1877) by Pierre Zaccone (1817-1895)

Escape of three convicts in the room Saint Gilles of the bagne de Rochefort on 28
XEE4143427 Escape of three convicts in the room Saint Gilles of the bagne de Rochefort on 28 December 1840. Engraving in " Histoire des bagnes depuis leur creation A nos jours" (1877)

Meal of the forcats at the Rochefort bagne in the 19th century
XEE4143416 Meal of the forcats at the Rochefort bagne in the 19th century. Engraving in " Histoire des bagnes depuis leur creation A nos jours" (1877) by Pierre Zaccone (1817-1895)

The cordelle (work of great fatigue) at the bagne de Rochefort in the 19th century
XEE4143403 The cordelle (work of great fatigue) at the bagne de Rochefort in the 19th century. Engraving in " Histoire des bagnes depuis leur creation A nos jours" (1877)

Delilah cutting Samsons hair (carved capital of the transept)
LRI4722321 Delilah cutting Samsons hair (carved capital of the transept) by Romanesque, (12th century); Church of St. Pierre, Aulnay

Detail of sculptures of the south portal, 1120-1140
LRI4722202 Detail of sculptures of the south portal, 1120-1140 by Romanesque, (12th century); Church of St. Pierre, Aulnay, France; (add.info.: Romanesque art: detail des sculptures du portal sud)

View of the central portal
LRI4722142 View of the central portal by Romanesque, (12th century); Church of St. Pierre, Aulnay, France; (add.info.: Romanesque art: portal central de l Eglise Saint-Pierre (Saint Pierre) d Aulnay

View of the Rochelle (garden of the bath Marie Therese)
LSE4313682 View of the Rochelle (garden of the bath Marie Therese). Characters of the bourgeoisie in a park: couple chatting on a bench, men greeting ladies, child playing with a hoop

View of the Port of Rochefort and the Royal Corderie Painting by Joseph Vernet (1714-1789
JLJ4647524 View of the Port of Rochefort and the Royal Corderie Painting by Joseph Vernet (1714-1789) 1762 Paris, Musee de la Marine by Vernet, Claude Joseph (1714-89); Musee de la Marine, Paris

Plan of a building and grounding of the port of Rochefort, 1770
LSE4100156 Plan of a building and grounding of the port of Rochefort, 1770 by Unknown artist, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Richelieu on the dike of La Rochelle, painting by Henri Motte (1846-1922)
LSE4313669 Richelieu on the dike of La Rochelle, painting by Henri Motte (1846-1922), 1881 (oil on canvas) by Motte, Henri-Paul (1846-1922); Musee d Orbigny-Bernon, La Rochelle

Le port de La Rochelle by Louis Garneray, sd. circa 1820, Oil on canvas, H. 0, 330; L
LSE4089938 Le port de La Rochelle by Louis Garneray, sd. circa 1820, Oil on canvas, H. 0, 330; L. 0, 460. CCIP Coll. by Garneray

Chateau d Argencourt and entrance to the dam of La Rochelle (seat of the Rochelle)
LSE4095194 ChAteau d Argencourt and entrance to the dam of La Rochelle (seat of the Rochelle) by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Cardinal Richelieu and the plan of the siege of La Rochelle (1627 - 1628)
LSE4095160 Cardinal Richelieu and the plan of the siege of La Rochelle (1627 - 1628) by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Workers forces at the Rochefort Bagne in the 19th century
XEE4143478 Workers forces at the Rochefort Bagne in the 19th century. Engraving in " Histoire des bagnes depuis leur creation A nos jours" (1877) by Pierre Zaccone (1817-1895)

Anthelme Collet (1785-1840) at the bagne de Rochefort. Engraving in "
XEE4143436 Anthelme Collet (1785-1840) at the bagne de Rochefort. Engraving in " Histoire des bagnes depuis leur creation A nos jours" (1877) by Pierre Zaccone (1817-1895)

View of the Battle of Taillebourg won by King Saint Louis on 21 July 1242
JLJ4603684 View of the Battle of Taillebourg won by King Saint Louis on 21 July 1242.Battle between the Capetian troops of the King of France Saint Louis and those of their vassals revolts

View of the city and port of La Rochelle, France (Charente Maritime, 17)
JLJ4615180 View of the city and port of La Rochelle, France (Charente Maritime, 17). Engraving of the 18th century. Private collection

Saintes, France, 1560 (engraving, 1598)
LRI4715044 Saintes, France, 1560 (engraving, 1598) by Hogenberg, Franz (1540-c.1590); Private Collection; (add.info.: Saintes)

Detail of sculptures of the south portal, 1120-1140
LRI4722245 Detail of sculptures of the south portal, 1120-1140 by Romanesque, (12th century); Church of St. Pierre, Aulnay, France; (add.info.: Romanesque art: detail des sculptures du portal sud)

Elephants (carved capital of the nave, 1120-1140)
LRI4722366 Elephants (carved capital of the nave, 1120-1140) by Romanesque, (12th century); Church of St. Pierre, Aulnay, France; (add.info.: Romanesque art: " Elephants" tent of the nave)

Detail of Richelieus troops during the siege of La Rochelle (oil on canvas
LRI4675202 Detail of Richelieus troops during the siege of La Rochelle (oil on canvas, circa 1640) by Unknown Artist, (17th century); Musee et Domaine National de Versailles et de Trianon

Siege of la Rochelle, 17th century painting after Jacques Caillot
AIS5348047 Siege of la Rochelle, 17th century painting after Jacques Caillot by Callot, Jacques (1592-1635) (after); Musee et Domaine National de Versailles et de Trianon, Versailles

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Discover the rich history and cultural heritage of Charente-Maritime 17. From the dramatic Siege of La Rochelle in 1627-1628, depicted in an intriguing illustration from 1896, to the haunting tale of the Four Sergeants accused of treason and guillotined in 1822, this region is steeped in captivating stories. Immerse yourself in the dark past of Rochefort's Bagne prison during the 19th century, where prisoners endured unimaginable torment as they were chained together. Witness their struggles through an engraving found in 'Histoire des bagnes depuis leur création à nos jours'. The Four Sergeants make another appearance, revealing their crime as belonging to Charbonnerie (Carboneria) during the Restoration period. Their tragic fate serves as a reminder of political upheaval and its consequences. Marvel at a carved capital depicting Cain killing Abel, showcasing intricate craftsmanship that tells biblical tales within architectural wonders. Admire Eugene Fromentin's statue, created by sculptor Ernest Dubois and inaugurated in 1905 on Place des petits benches Rochelais. Step back into time with lithographs capturing traditional costumes worn by peasants from Saint-Maurice integrated into La Rochelle today. These images provide glimpses into historical fashion trends preserved at Paris' Bibliothèque des Arts Décoratifs. Explore further to uncover more about La Charente Inferieure (now known as Charente-Maritime or Charente Maritime), situated within Poitou-Charentes - France and its Colonies. Discover Carpentier engravings depicting regional peasant costumes that showcase local traditions. Lastly, witness Arnold Frans Rubens' painting portraying The Siege of La Rochelle on October 1628. This Flemish baroque masterpiece captures both the intensity and significance of this historical event. Visit State Art Museum Tula (or Tolan) to experience this captivating artwork.