Chateau Deau Collection

The fountain at Chateau d'eau, Boulevard de Bondy, around 1820, c1820. Creator: Unknown
The fountain at Chateau d'eau, Boulevard de Bondy, around 1820, c1820

Capture of Chateau d'Eau, Place du Palais-Royal, February 24, 1848. Creator: Unknown
Capture of Chateau d'Eau, Place du Palais-Royal, February 24, 1848

Capture of Chateau d'Eau, Place du Palais-Royal, February 24, 1848. Creator: Unknown
Capture of Chateau d'Eau, Place du Palais-Royal, February 24, 1848

Fire in the water tower, Place du Palais-Royal, February 24, 1848. Creator: Eugene Henri Adolphe Hagnauer
Fire in the water tower, Place du Palais-Royal, February 24, 1848

Place du Palais-Royal, in moonlight, c1765. Creator: Pierre-Antoine Demachy
Place du Palais-Royal, in moonlight, c1765

Palais Longchamp, Marseille, Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur, France

Taken of the watercastle square of the royal palace on February 24, 1848. Anonymous French painting of 1848
JLJ4581413 Taken of the watercastle square of the royal palace on February 24, 1848. Anonymous French painting of 1848. Oil on canvas. Dim: 0.65 x 0.80m

The Palace of Electricity and Castle of Water at night, Exposition Universelle 1900, Paris (colour litho)
3099130 The Palace of Electricity and Castle of Water at night, Exposition Universelle 1900, Paris (colour litho) by Meaulle

La Commune de Paris, Magasins Reunis, place du Chateau-d Eau (b / w photo)
5202349 La Commune de Paris, Magasins Reunis, place du Chateau-d Eau (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Magasins Reunis, place du Chateau-d Eau)

1848 Revolution, France
6317640 1848 Revolution, France by David, Jules (1808-92) (after); (add.info.: The 1848 Revolution, or February Revolution, France)

The Water Tower on Fire, Place du Palais Royal, 24 February 1848 (oil on canvas)
884596 The Water Tower on Fire, Place du Palais Royal, 24 February 1848 (oil on canvas) by French School, (19th century); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris

The 1848 Revolution, or February Revolution, France. Revolutionaries besiege the Chateau d eau in the Place du Palais-Royal. After a contemporary print by Jules David

Pavilion Water palace (Chateau d Eau) in Strelna, 1717. Artist: Le Blond, Jean-Baptiste Alexandre (1679-1719)
Pavilion Water palace (Chateau d Eau) in Strelna, 1717. Found in the collection of State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Paris Exhibition
1900: The fountains of the Chateau d Eau, with the Palais d Electricite behind, at the Paris Exposition Universelle of 1900. (Photo by London Stereoscopic Company/Getty Images)

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"Chateau d'eau: A Historic Landmark in Marseille, France" Discover the captivating Chateau d'eau, nestled within the enchanting city of Marseille in Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur, France. This magnificent structure is also known as Palais Longchamp and has played a significant role throughout history. Dating back to February 24, 1848, an anonymous French painting captured the essence of this watercastle square located within the royal palace. The oil on canvas masterpiece measures 0. 65 x 0. 80m and can be admired at Musee Carnavalet in Paris. During the Exposition Universelle of 1900 held in Paris, another remarkable depiction emerged - showcasing the Palace of Electricity and Castle of Water at night. This vivid color lithograph highlights the grandeur and innovation that surrounded Chateau d'eau during that time. The allure of Chateau D Eau extends beyond paintings; it has been immortalized through engravings as well. One such engraving portrays its splendor amidst bustling streets like Magasins Reunis at place du Chateau-d Eau or Vers Palais Royal where it stands proudly against a backdrop of revolution and change. Intriguing historical events have unfolded near this iconic landmark too. An engraving captures M Thiers' funeral procession on Boulevard near Chateau D Eau while another depicts The Water Tower on Fire at Place du Palais Royal on that fateful day - February 24th, 1848. Not only does Chateau D Eau hold historical significance but also offers tranquility amidst nature's beauty. An enchanting engraving showcases its presence within Jardin Du Luxembourg in Paris – a serene oasis for locals and visitors alike. Step into history as you explore Chateau d'eau – witness its architectural magnificence and immerse yourself in tales from centuries past.