Dhonneur Collection

Bronze sculpture of a WWI British trooper
Bronze sculpture of a First World War British trooper astride his horse.Born in Paris 26.11.1871, he learned the techniques of Sculpture from his father

Henri Bergson, 1925 (b / w photo)
1766089 Henri Bergson, 1925 (b/w photo) by Manuel, Henri (1874-1947); Private Collection; (add.info.: Henri Bergson (1859-1941)

Escalier d honneur, construit par Contant d Ivry, 1763 (engraving)
963328 Escalier d honneur, construit par Contant d Ivry, 1763 (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Escalier d honneur, construit par Contant d Ivry, 1763)

Pierre Clostermann Memorial, Bazenville, Normandy
Clostermann, the First Free French pilot to land in Normandy (ALG B2), held the DFC and Bar and the Legion d Honneur. The Memorial is in the shape of a Spitfire wing

The knights gather for a tournament for King
The knights gather for an enclosed-field tournament or melee for King Rene of Anjou, 15th Century. Knights on horseback face off within an enclosure before royal spectators

Public expulsion of a knight from an Order of Chivalry. His armour and sword are removed, his spurs hacked off, and he is rebaptized and named a traitor

Ceremonies of knighthood
Knighthood ceremonies: a knight kneels to be dubbed with a sword 358, a squire attaches spurs to the knights armour 359, a knight is dressed in armour by women 360

Guard of Honour or Garde d Honneur, Napoleonic era
Uniform of a Guard of Honour or Garde d Honneur, Napoleonic era. Handcoloured lithograph by Leopold Massard from Le Bibliophile Jacob aka Paul Lacroixs Costumes Historiques de la France

Prince Grand-Dignitaire de l Empire, Napoleonic era. Handcoloured lithograph by Leopold Massard from Le Bibliophile Jacob aka Paul Lacroixs Costumes Historiques de la France

Francois Charles Joseph Napoleon, King of Rome 1811-1832
Francois Charles Joseph Napoleon, King of Rome, son of Napoleon and Marie Louise 1811-1832. Wearing the sash of the Legion d honneur and riding In a miniature carriage

Emperor Napoleon Ist, in ceremonial coronation robes, 1804. Handcoloured lithograph from Le Bibliophile Jacob aka Paul Lacroixs Costumes Historiques de la France (Historical Costumes of France)

Le palais de la Legion d honneur, sur le quai d Orsay, a Paris (engraving)
3645105 Le palais de la Legion d honneur, sur le quai d Orsay, a Paris (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Le palais de la Legion d honneur)

Ploubezre, Chateau de Kergrist, Ensemble sur la Cour d honneur (colour photo)
2803779 Ploubezre, Chateau de Kergrist, Ensemble sur la Cour d honneur (colour photo) by French Photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ploubezre, Chateau de Kergrist)

The Return Visit to Paris (engraving)
1618042 The Return Visit to Paris (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Return Visit to Paris. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 7 April 1849)

The Belgian Gardes Civiques at Wimbledon Camp, "The Vin d Honneur"(engraving)
1625808 The Belgian Gardes Civiques at Wimbledon Camp, " The Vin d Honneur" (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Exposition des Beaux-Arts de 1850 a 1852, dans la cour d honneur du Palais-Royal (engraving)
963348 Exposition des Beaux-Arts de 1850 a 1852, dans la cour d honneur du Palais-Royal (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Rez-de-chaussee de l aile droite de la cour d honneur du Palais-Cardinal, actuellement galerie des Proues (engraving)
963315 Rez-de-chaussee de l aile droite de la cour d honneur du Palais-Cardinal, actuellement galerie des Proues (engraving) by French School

The French Lottery, the Salon d Honneur with the "Gros Lot"and Jewellery Prizes (engraving)
1058676 The French Lottery, the Salon d Honneur with the " Gros Lot" and Jewellery Prizes (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The French Lottery)

Palais Royal, 1794 (colour litho)
962769 Palais Royal, 1794 (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Palais Royal, 1794)

Paris (engraving)
5990962 Paris (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Paris. Illustration for Pictus Orbis or Book of Beauty for Every Table (A H Payne)

Puddings and Sweets (chromolitho)
969971 Puddings and Sweets (chromolitho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Puddings and Sweets)

Le Palais de la Legion d Honneur and la Cour des comptes, Paris, France in the 19th century. After the painting by Francois Villeret. From L Illustration, published 1936

Chateau de Grignan detail de la facade sur
Chateau de Grignan, detail de la facade sur la cour d honneur, Dauphine, Voyages pittoresques et romantiques dans l ancienne France, Nodier, Charles, 1780-1844, Petit, Victor Jean Baptiste, b

PISTOLETS D HONNEUR, BY DEVISME, 1851 engraving

Jules Dalou (1838-1902) being awarded with the medal of the Legion of Honour by Emile Loubet
XIR192352 Jules Dalou (1838-1902) being awarded with the medal of the Legion of Honour by Emile Loubet (1838-1929) from Le Petit Journal, 4th December 1899 (coloured engraving) by Tofani

Portrait of Louis Napoleon Bonaparte (known as Lodewijk Napoleon), King of Holland, Charles Howard Hodges, 1806 - 1810

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"Dhonneur: A Tribute to Valor and Nobility" In a world where honor and bravery often go unnoticed, the concept of "dhonneur" stands tall as a symbol of courage and integrity. From the bronze sculpture of a WWI British trooper, frozen in time with his unwavering determination etched on his face, to the captivating color litho titled "La Surprise des Demoiselles d'honneur, " which captures the essence of camaraderie among women during times of war, these artistic representations remind us of the sacrifices made by those who fought for justice. The spirit transcends time, as seen in Henri Bergson's 1925 black-and-white photograph. It portrays an era when individuals valued honor above all else. The engraving showcasing the majestic Escalier d'honneur constructed by Contant d'Ivry in 1763 transports us back to a time when grandeur was synonymous with nobility. Moving forward through history, we encounter poignant memorials like the Pierre Clostermann Memorial in Bazenville, Normandy. This monument serves as a reminder that valor knows no boundaries or nationalities; it is an eternal flame burning brightly for those who gave their lives for freedom. From medieval knights gathering for tournaments under their king's watchful eye to witnessing public expulsions from Orders of Chivalry – ceremonies steeped in tradition – we are reminded that dhonneur is not just about individual acts but also about upholding codes and principles that define knighthood. Even during Napoleonic times, dhonneur remained at the forefront. The Guard of Honour or Garde d'Honneur stood tall as protectors while Prince Grand-Dignitaire de l'Empire exemplified leadership rooted in honor. And let us not forget Francois Charles Joseph Napoleon - King of Rome from 1811-1832 - whose reign embodied dignity and chivalry.