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French Text Collection (#10)

"Exploring the Rich Tapestry of French Text

Background imageFrench Text Collection: King Philip VI (1293-1350), King of France

King Philip VI (1293-1350), King of France. Philip VI (1293-1350), called the Fortunate and of Valois, was the first French King of the House of Valois. He reigned from 1328 until his death

Background imageFrench Text Collection: Les Facteur Roulin, 1888. Artist: Vincent van Gogh

Les Facteur Roulin, 1888. Artist: Vincent van Gogh
Les Facteur Roulin, 1888. From Van Gogh Paintings, introduction by Graham Reynolds. [Lindsay Drummond, Ltd & Les Editions du Chene, London & Paris, 1947]

Background imageFrench Text Collection: Rectangular cartridge with French text and letter examples, print maker: Jodocus

Rectangular cartridge with French text and letter examples, print maker: Jodocus Hondius I, designer: Jodocus Hondius I, Anonymous, 1594

Background imageFrench Text Collection: Spring Postcard. Spring Postcard

Spring Postcard. Spring Postcard

Background imageFrench Text Collection: Printemps Postcard. ca. 1910, Printemps Postcard

Printemps Postcard. ca. 1910, Printemps Postcard

Background imageFrench Text Collection: Automne Postcard. ca. 1910, Automne Postcard

Automne Postcard. ca. 1910, Automne Postcard

Background imageFrench Text Collection: Ete Postcard. ca. 1910, Ete Postcard

Ete Postcard. ca. 1910, Ete Postcard

Background imageFrench Text Collection: Hiver Postcard by Elisabeth Sonrel. ca. 1902, Hiver Postcard by Elisabeth Sonrel

Hiver Postcard by Elisabeth Sonrel. ca. 1902, Hiver Postcard by Elisabeth Sonrel

Background imageFrench Text Collection: Printemps Postcard by Elisabeth Sonrel. ca. 1900, Printemps Postcard by Elisabeth Sonrel

Printemps Postcard by Elisabeth Sonrel. ca. 1900, Printemps Postcard by Elisabeth Sonrel

Background imageFrench Text Collection: Ete Postcard by Elisabeth Sonrel. ca. 1900, Ete Postcard by Elisabeth Sonrel

Ete Postcard by Elisabeth Sonrel. ca. 1900, Ete Postcard by Elisabeth Sonrel

Background imageFrench Text Collection: Automne Postcard by Elisabeth Sonrel. ca. 1900, Automne Postcard by Elisabeth Sonrel

Automne Postcard by Elisabeth Sonrel. ca. 1900, Automne Postcard by Elisabeth Sonrel

Background imageFrench Text Collection: L Hiver Postcard. ca. 1890-1920, L Hiver Postcard

L Hiver Postcard. ca. 1890-1920, L Hiver Postcard

Background imageFrench Text Collection: Jerome de Lalande, French astronomer

Jerome de Lalande, French astronomer
Jerome de Lalande (1732-1807), French astronomer. Joseph Jerome Le Francois de Lalande trained as a lawyer, but also took a keen interest in astronomy

Background imageFrench Text Collection: History allegory, 18th-century artwork

History allegory, 18th-century artwork
History allegory. 18th-century allegorical artwork of the discipline of history. A winged Father Time figure (with scythe) supports a winged putto writing a book

Background imageFrench Text Collection: Northern constellations, 18th century

Northern constellations, 18th century
Northern constellations. 18th-century map of constellations and stars of the northern celestial hemisphere. The constellations are represented by artworks of their mythical namesakes

Background imageFrench Text Collection: Nadar, French ballonist C016 / 4557

Nadar, French ballonist C016 / 4557
Gaspard-Felix Tournachon (1820-1910), French balloonist and photographer known by the pseudonym Nadar. Here, he is shown standing in the basket of a balloon holding binoculars

Background imageFrench Text Collection: Edison light bulb, 1890

Edison light bulb, 1890
Edison light bulb, 19th-century artwork. This design is one of the early version of the light bulb invented by US inventor Thomas Alva Edison (1847-1931)

Background imageFrench Text Collection: Alchemical symbols, 18th century C013 / 5275

Alchemical symbols, 18th century C013 / 5275
Alchemical symbols. 18th-century listing of characters and symbols used by alchemists to represent chemicals, elements, and other objects and processes

Background imageFrench Text Collection: Circumnavigators, 16th to 17th century

Circumnavigators, 16th to 17th century
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Background imageFrench Text Collection: Schouten rounding Cape Horn, 1616

Schouten rounding Cape Horn, 1616

Background imageFrench Text Collection: Circulatory system, 16th century

Circulatory system, 16th century
Circulatory system. 16th-century artwork showing the heart and the arteries supplying blood to the body, as drawn by the Belgian anatomist Andreas Vesalius (1514-1564)

Background imageFrench Text Collection: Guy Patin, French physician

Guy Patin, French physician
Guy Patin (1601-1672), French physician. Patin was the dean of the Paris Faculty of Medicine (1650-1652), and a professor at the College de France from 1655

Background imageFrench Text Collection: Armillary sphere, 17th century artwork

Armillary sphere, 17th century artwork
Armillary sphere, 17th century. Artwork of a French armillary sphere from 1685 by the French mapmaker Alain Manesson Mallet (1630-1706)

Background imageFrench Text Collection: Cosmologies of Copernicus and Tycho

Cosmologies of Copernicus and Tycho
Comparing Solar System Models of Kopernikus and Tycho Brahe, printed in 1744 in France. Kopernikus sat the sun into the center, Tycho the Earth




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"Exploring the Rich Tapestry of French Text: From WWII Blueprints to Artistic Masterpieces" Discover a captivating journey through time as we delve into the world of French text. Immerse yourself in the intricate details of a German WWII ramjet engine blueprint, showcasing the ingenuity and precision of engineering during this tumultuous era. Step back to 1929 with Pierre Fix-Masseau's "Exactitude, " an artwork that captures the essence of meticulousness and attention to detail. Marvel at Aristide Bruant, immortalized by Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec in 1893, as he reigns over his cabaret with charisma and flair. Experience Aubrey Beardsley's "The Climax, " a masterpiece from around 1893 that pushes artistic boundaries with its provocative imagery. Transport yourself further back in time to Gabriel Huquier's enchanting creation, "Three Children Among Clouds Near a Palm Leaf" dating back to 1738-45. Witness Limerick come alive through watercolor plans circa 1750, offering glimpses into an earlier era. Admire the beauty captured by Bretonnes in 1913, where oil on canvas brings forth the spirit and charm of Brittany. Delve into exotic tales with History of Princess Boudour's Male Reclining Nude from Tales of a Thousand and One Nights (1926), adorned with colored plates embellished and lacquered for added allure. Embark on luxurious train travel through advertising posters like London to Vichy Pullman express train (1927) or escape to Cote d'Azur via vibrant lithographs enticing you towards sun-kissed beaches (Poster advertising train travel - 1929). Finally, lose yourself in Paris' timeless beauty depicted on canvas in Paris (1927). Each piece tells its own story within French culture - be it historical significance or artistic brilliance - inviting you to unravel the mysteries and marvels of French text.