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"Exploring the World: The Legacy La Perouse" Comte de La Perouse, an 18th-century French navigator, astronomer, and explorer

Background imageComte De Collection: Portrait of Georges Louis leclerc, Count of Buffon (1707-1788), naturalist, mathematician

Portrait of Georges Louis leclerc, Count of Buffon (1707-1788), naturalist, mathematician
FLO4682203 Portrait of Georges Louis leclerc, Count of Buffon (1707-1788), naturalist, mathematician, cosmologist and French author

Background imageComte De Collection: Portrait of Georges Louis Leclerc, Count of Buffon (1707-1788), naturalist, mathematician

Portrait of Georges Louis Leclerc, Count of Buffon (1707-1788), naturalist, mathematician
FLO4682188 Portrait of Georges Louis Leclerc, Count of Buffon (1707-1788), naturalist, mathematician, cosmologist and French author. Engraving by W.H

Background imageComte De Collection: Charles Gravier (1719-87) Count of Vergennes (oil on canvas) (detail of 257923)

Charles Gravier (1719-87) Count of Vergennes (oil on canvas) (detail of 257923)
CHT257924 Charles Gravier (1719-87) Count of Vergennes (oil on canvas) (detail of 257923) by Callet, Antoine Francois (1741-1823); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageComte De Collection: Jean de Bretagne (1293-1345) Count of Montfort, and his wife being welcomed in Nantes

Jean de Bretagne (1293-1345) Count of Montfort, and his wife being welcomed in Nantes
XIR191380 Jean de Bretagne (1293-1345) Count of Montfort, and his wife being welcomed in Nantes (engraving) (b/w photo) by French School; Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Background imageComte De Collection: Bust of Mirabeau (1749-91) 1791 (plaster)

Bust of Mirabeau (1749-91) 1791 (plaster)
XIR230345 Bust of Mirabeau (1749-91) 1791 (plaster) by Tessier, (18th- 19th Century); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

Background imageComte De Collection: Portrait of Charles III (1490-1527) Duke of Bourbon, 1617-38 (oil on canvas)

Portrait of Charles III (1490-1527) Duke of Bourbon, 1617-38 (oil on canvas)
PLT187176 Portrait of Charles III (1490-1527) Duke of Bourbon, 1617-38 (oil on canvas) by French School, (17th century); Chateau de Beauregard, France; ePatrick Lorette; French, out of copyright

Background imageComte De Collection: Gaspard Monge (1746-1818) Count of Peluse (engraving) (b / w photo)

Gaspard Monge (1746-1818) Count of Peluse (engraving) (b / w photo)
CHT237211 Gaspard Monge (1746-1818) Count of Peluse (engraving) (b/w photo) by French School, (19th century); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris, France; eArchives Charmet; French

Background imageComte De Collection: Portrait of Georges Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon (1707-1788), French naturalist

Portrait of Georges Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon (1707-1788), French naturalist
XEE556607 Portrait of Georges Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon (1707-1788), French naturalist, mathematician, cosmologist, and encyclopedic author

Background imageComte De Collection: Charles Gravier (1719-87) Count of Vergennes (oil on canvas)

Charles Gravier (1719-87) Count of Vergennes (oil on canvas)
CHT257923 Charles Gravier (1719-87) Count of Vergennes (oil on canvas) by Callet, Antoine Francois (1741-1823); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageComte De Collection: Bust of George Louis Leclerc (1707-88) Count of Buffon, 1773 (marble)

Bust of George Louis Leclerc (1707-88) Count of Buffon, 1773 (marble)
XIR241524 Bust of George Louis Leclerc (1707-88) Count of Buffon, 1773 (marble) by Pajou, Augustin (1730-1809); height: 73.3 cm; ChAteau de Versailles, France; French, out of copyright

Background imageComte De Collection: Portrait of Georges Louis Leclerc, Count of Buffon, intendant of the royal gardens

Portrait of Georges Louis Leclerc, Count of Buffon, intendant of the royal gardens
JLJ4622626 Portrait of Georges Louis Leclerc, Count of Buffon, intendant of the royal gardens, naturalist and writer (1707-1788). Painting after the original by Francois Hubert Drouais (1727-1775)

Background imageComte De Collection: Gaspard Monge (litho)

Gaspard Monge (litho)
STC409092 Gaspard Monge (litho) by Boilly, Louis Leopold (1761-1845) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gaspard Monge (1746-1818) Count of Peluse

Background imageComte De Collection: Seals of Gilles de Laval (1404-40) Lord of Rais, Jean d

Seals of Gilles de Laval (1404-40) Lord of Rais, Jean d
XIR206136 Seals of Gilles de Laval (1404-40) Lord of Rais, Jean d Orleans (1402-68) Count of Dunois and Jean Poton de Xaintrailles (1400-61) by French School, (15th century); Maison Jeanne d Arc

Background imageComte De Collection: Leon-Bouthillier, Comte de Chavigny, ca. 1651. Creator: Robert Nanteuil

Leon-Bouthillier, Comte de Chavigny, ca. 1651. Creator: Robert Nanteuil
Leon-Bouthillier, Comte de Chavigny, ca. 1651

Background imageComte De Collection: Leon-Bouthillier, comte de Chavigny, 1651. Creator: Robert Nanteuil

Leon-Bouthillier, comte de Chavigny, 1651. Creator: Robert Nanteuil
Leon-Bouthillier, comte de Chavigny, 1651

Background imageComte De Collection: The Cobbler, 1737. Creator: Caylus, Anne-Claude-Philippe de

The Cobbler, 1737. Creator: Caylus, Anne-Claude-Philippe de
The Cobbler, 1737

Background imageComte De Collection: The Barber, 1737. Creator: Caylus, Anne-Claude-Philippe de

The Barber, 1737. Creator: Caylus, Anne-Claude-Philippe de
The Barber, 1737

Background imageComte De Collection: Organ Grinder, 1737. Creator: Caylus, Anne-Claude-Philippe de

Organ Grinder, 1737. Creator: Caylus, Anne-Claude-Philippe de
Organ Grinder, 1737

Background imageComte De Collection: Landscape after Durer. n. d. Creator: Caylus, Anne-Claude-Philippe de

Landscape after Durer. n. d. Creator: Caylus, Anne-Claude-Philippe de
Landscape after Durer.n.d

Background imageComte De Collection: Ink Seller, 1746. Creator: Caylus, Anne-Claude-Philippe de

Ink Seller, 1746. Creator: Caylus, Anne-Claude-Philippe de
Ink Seller, 1746

Background imageComte De Collection: Peddler of Old Hats, 1742. Creator: Caylus, Anne-Claude-Philippe de

Peddler of Old Hats, 1742. Creator: Caylus, Anne-Claude-Philippe de
Peddler of Old Hats, 1742

Background imageComte De Collection: Laces Peddler, 1738. Creator: Caylus, Anne-Claude-Philippe de

Laces Peddler, 1738. Creator: Caylus, Anne-Claude-Philippe de
Laces Peddler, 1738

Background imageComte De Collection: Repairer of Seals and Bellows, 1738. Creator: Caylus, Anne-Claude-Philippe de

Repairer of Seals and Bellows, 1738. Creator: Caylus, Anne-Claude-Philippe de
Repairer of Seals and Bellows, 1738

Background imageComte De Collection: A Blind Man from the Quinze-Vingts Hospital, 1738. Creator: Caylus

A Blind Man from the Quinze-Vingts Hospital, 1738. Creator: Caylus
A Blind Man from the Quinze-Vingts Hospital, 1738

Background imageComte De Collection: Apple Seller, 1746. Creator: Caylus, Anne-Claude-Philippe de

Apple Seller, 1746. Creator: Caylus, Anne-Claude-Philippe de
Apple Seller, 1746

Background imageComte De Collection: Cookware Peddler, 1746. Creator: Caylus, Anne-Claude-Philippe de

Cookware Peddler, 1746. Creator: Caylus, Anne-Claude-Philippe de
Cookware Peddler, 1746

Background imageComte De Collection: Well Cleaner, 1746. Creator: Caylus, Anne-Claude-Philippe de

Well Cleaner, 1746. Creator: Caylus, Anne-Claude-Philippe de
Well Cleaner, 1746

Background imageComte De Collection: Cooper, 1742. Creator: Caylus, Anne-Claude-Philippe de

Cooper, 1742. Creator: Caylus, Anne-Claude-Philippe de
Cooper, 1742

Background imageComte De Collection: Water Carrier, 1742. Creator: Caylus, Anne-Claude-Philippe de

Water Carrier, 1742. Creator: Caylus, Anne-Claude-Philippe de
Water Carrier, 1742

Background imageComte De Collection: Pastry Seller, 1738. Creator: Caylus, Anne-Claude-Philippe de

Pastry Seller, 1738. Creator: Caylus, Anne-Claude-Philippe de
Pastry Seller, 1738

Background imageComte De Collection: A Woman From Savoy, 1737. Creator: Caylus, Anne-Claude-Philippe de

A Woman From Savoy, 1737. Creator: Caylus, Anne-Claude-Philippe de
A Woman From Savoy, 1737

Background imageComte De Collection: A Man From Provence, 1737. Creator: Caylus, Anne-Claude-Philippe de

A Man From Provence, 1737. Creator: Caylus, Anne-Claude-Philippe de
A Man From Provence, 1737

Background imageComte De Collection: Chimney Sweep, 1737. Creator: Caylus, Anne-Claude-Philippe de

Chimney Sweep, 1737. Creator: Caylus, Anne-Claude-Philippe de
Chimney Sweep, 1737

Background imageComte De Collection: Young Milkmaid, 1737. Creator: Caylus, Anne-Claude-Philippe de

Young Milkmaid, 1737. Creator: Caylus, Anne-Claude-Philippe de
Young Milkmaid, 1737

Background imageComte De Collection: Pea Shellers, 1737. Creator: Caylus, Anne-Claude-Philippe de

Pea Shellers, 1737. Creator: Caylus, Anne-Claude-Philippe de
Pea Shellers, 1737

Background imageComte De Collection: Old Bricklayer, 1737. Creator: Caylus, Anne-Claude-Philippe de

Old Bricklayer, 1737. Creator: Caylus, Anne-Claude-Philippe de
Old Bricklayer, 1737

Background imageComte De Collection: Sewing Apprentice, 1737. Creator: Caylus, Anne-Claude-Philippe de

Sewing Apprentice, 1737. Creator: Caylus, Anne-Claude-Philippe de
Sewing Apprentice, 1737

Background imageComte De Collection: Coppersmith from Auvergne, 1737. Creator: Caylus, Anne-Claude-Philippe de

Coppersmith from Auvergne, 1737. Creator: Caylus, Anne-Claude-Philippe de
Coppersmith from Auvergne, 1737

Background imageComte De Collection: Flower Vendor, 1738. Creator: Caylus, Anne-Claude-Philippe de

Flower Vendor, 1738. Creator: Caylus, Anne-Claude-Philippe de
Flower Vendor, 1738

Background imageComte De Collection: Bundled Firewood Seller, 1746. Creator: Caylus, Anne-Claude-Philippe de

Bundled Firewood Seller, 1746. Creator: Caylus, Anne-Claude-Philippe de
Bundled Firewood Seller, 1746

Background imageComte De Collection: Baker Boy, 1746. Creator: Caylus, Anne-Claude-Philippe de

Baker Boy, 1746. Creator: Caylus, Anne-Claude-Philippe de
Baker Boy, 1746

Background imageComte De Collection: Wandering Vinegar Seller, 1738. Creator: Caylus, Anne-Claude-Philippe de

Wandering Vinegar Seller, 1738. Creator: Caylus, Anne-Claude-Philippe de
Wandering Vinegar Seller, 1738

Background imageComte De Collection: Coffee Vendor, 1746. Creator: Caylus, Anne-Claude-Philippe de

Coffee Vendor, 1746. Creator: Caylus, Anne-Claude-Philippe de
Coffee Vendor, 1746

Background imageComte De Collection: Pottery Peddler, 1738. Creator: Caylus, Anne-Claude-Philippe de

Pottery Peddler, 1738. Creator: Caylus, Anne-Claude-Philippe de
Pottery Peddler, 1738

Background imageComte De Collection: Brandy Seller, 1737. Creator: Caylus, Anne-Claude-Philippe de

Brandy Seller, 1737. Creator: Caylus, Anne-Claude-Philippe de
Brandy Seller, 1737

Background imageComte De Collection: Knife Sharpener, 1742. Creator: Caylus, Anne-Claude-Philippe de

Knife Sharpener, 1742. Creator: Caylus, Anne-Claude-Philippe de
Knife Sharpener, 1742

Background imageComte De Collection: The Rat Catcher, 1746. Creator: Caylus, Anne-Claude-Philippe de

The Rat Catcher, 1746. Creator: Caylus, Anne-Claude-Philippe de
The Rat Catcher, 1746

Background imageComte De Collection: Whirligig Peddler, 1742. Creator: Caylus, Anne-Claude-Philippe de

Whirligig Peddler, 1742. Creator: Caylus, Anne-Claude-Philippe de
Whirligig Peddler, 1742




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"Exploring the World: The Legacy La Perouse" Comte de La Perouse, an 18th-century French navigator, astronomer, and explorer, left an indelible mark on history with his daring voyages. His expeditions to uncharted territories brought him face-to-face with new cultures and lands previously unknown to Europeans. Through his meticulous observations and scientific discoveries, he expanded our understanding of the world. In another corner of history, we witness the execution of Philippe II de Montmorency, Count of Hornes in Brussels during 1568. This colored engraving captures a moment fraught with political turmoil as this nobleman paid the ultimate price for his beliefs. Shifting gears to diplomacy, Charles Gravier emerges as a prominent figure. Known as the Count of Vergennes, he served as a statesman during the tumultuous times leading up to the French Revolution. This detail from an oil painting showcases his commanding presence and strategic mind that shaped France's foreign policy. Traveling back further in time brings us to Jean de Bretagne, Count of Montfort. In this scene depicting their arrival in Nantes, we witness a warm welcome extended by locals who recognized their esteemed guests' significance. Mirabeau's bust serves as a reminder of one man's influential role during revolutionary times. Honoré Gabriel Riqueti was known for his eloquence and passionate speeches that resonated with many seeking change in France. The portrait capturing Charles III Duke of Bourbon transports us into royal courts where power struggles were commonplace. As one among many ambitious nobles vying for influence and control over vast domains, Charles III navigated treacherous waters while trying to secure his legacy. Gaspard Monge takes center stage next—a brilliant mathematician who became known as Count Peluse due to Napoleon Bonaparte's appreciation for his talents. This engraving offers insight into Monge's analytical mind and his contributions to geometry.