Skip to main content

Grandville 1803 47 Collection

"Grandville 1803-47: A Journey Through Engraved Illustrations" Step into the enchanting world of Grandville

Background imageGrandville 1803 47 Collection: Le savetier et le financier: fable de La Fontaine illustrated by Grandville

Le savetier et le financier: fable de La Fontaine illustrated by Grandville
PCT4269318 Le savetier et le financier: fable de La Fontaine illustrated by Grandville. by Grandville (Jean Ignace Isidore Gerard) (1803-47); (add.info.: Le savetier et le financier)

Background imageGrandville 1803 47 Collection: Lunch of boys from the 2 sexs : men and women drinking alcohol and smoking

Lunch of boys from the 2 sexs : men and women drinking alcohol and smoking
1730511 Lunch of boys from the 2 sexs : men and women drinking alcohol and smoking, drawing by Jean Ignace Isidore aka JJ Grandville

Background imageGrandville 1803 47 Collection: La Fontaine's fable (by Jean de La Fontaine) : the Fox and the Stork, engraving by J.J

La Fontaine's fable (by Jean de La Fontaine) : the Fox and the Stork, engraving by J.J. Grandville, c. 1838-40
1738646 La Fontaine's fable (by Jean de La Fontaine) : the Fox and the Stork, engraving by J.J. Grandville, c. 1838-40 by Grandville (Jean Ignace Isidore Gerard) (1803-47); (add.info)

Background imageGrandville 1803 47 Collection: La Caricature (1830) politique, number 131, Satirique en Couleurs, 1833_5_9

La Caricature (1830) politique, number 131, Satirique en Couleurs, 1833_5_9
ICA4931459 La Caricature (1830) politique, number 131, Satirique en Couleurs, 1833_5_9: Cabinet d'histoire naturelle - Before 1870 - Snakes, Turkey

Background imageGrandville 1803 47 Collection: The shareholders, engraving after drawing by Jean Ignace Isidore aka JJ Grandville, 1846, France

The shareholders, engraving after drawing by Jean Ignace Isidore aka JJ Grandville, 1846, France
1729162 The shareholders, engraving after drawing by Jean Ignace Isidore aka JJ Grandville, 1846, France by Grandville (Jean Ignace Isidore Gerard) (1803-47); (add.info.: The shareholders)

Background imageGrandville 1803 47 Collection: La Caricature (1830) politique, Satirique en Couleurs, 1833_5_23

La Caricature (1830) politique, Satirique en Couleurs, 1833_5_23: Cabinet d'histoire naturelle - Daisers
ICA4931546 La Caricature (1830) politique, Satirique en Couleurs, 1833_5_23: Cabinet d'histoire naturelle - Daisers, Naturalism - Donkey, Turtle

Background imageGrandville 1803 47 Collection: La Caricature (1830) politique, number 128, Satirique en Couleurs, 1833_4_18

La Caricature (1830) politique, number 128, Satirique en Couleurs, 1833_4_18
ICA4931442 La Caricature (1830) politique, number 128, Satirique en Couleurs, 1833_4_18: Cabinet d'histoire naturelle - Naturalisme

Background imageGrandville 1803 47 Collection: Frontispice of the book ' Les Fleurs animees', illustrated by Grandville

Frontispice of the book " Les Fleurs animees", illustrated by Grandville, coloured engraving with stencil
PCT4261393 Frontispice of the book " Les Fleurs animees", illustrated by Grandville, coloured engraving with stencil

Background imageGrandville 1803 47 Collection: The wolf and the stork: La Fontaine fable illustrated by Grandville. Edition Garnier 1860

The wolf and the stork: La Fontaine fable illustrated by Grandville. Edition Garnier 1860
PCT4269358 The wolf and the stork: La Fontaine fable illustrated by Grandville. Edition Garnier 1860. The stork is represented as a doctor (wrong rewards for his devouement)

Background imageGrandville 1803 47 Collection: La Mort et le bucheron: fable de La Fontaine illustree by Grandville

La Mort et le bucheron: fable de La Fontaine illustree by Grandville
PCT4269290 La Mort et le bucheron: fable de La Fontaine illustree by Grandville. by Grandville (Jean Ignace Isidore Gerard) (1803-47); (add.info.: La Mort et le bucheron)

Background imageGrandville 1803 47 Collection: La Fontaine's fable: The Crow and the Fox, c.1860 (engraving)

La Fontaine's fable: The Crow and the Fox, c.1860 (engraving)
1718913 La Fontaine's fable: The Crow and the Fox, c.1860 (engraving) by Grandville (Jean Ignace Isidore Gerard) (1803-47); (add.info.: La Fontaine's fable (by Jean de La Fontaine)

Background imageGrandville 1803 47 Collection: Illustration for Gulliver's Travels written by Jonathan Swift, 1845 (engraving)

Illustration for Gulliver's Travels written by Jonathan Swift, 1845 (engraving)
PCT4284525 Illustration for Gulliver's Travels written by Jonathan Swift, 1845 (engraving) by Grandville (Jean Ignace Isidore Gerard) (1803-47); (add.info)

Background imageGrandville 1803 47 Collection: Illustration for Les Fleurs Animees, 1857 (engraving)

Illustration for Les Fleurs Animees, 1857 (engraving)
PCT4278722 Illustration for Les Fleurs Animees, 1857 (engraving) by Grandville (Jean Ignace Isidore Gerard) (1803-47); (add.info)

Background imageGrandville 1803 47 Collection: Illustration for Gulliver's Travels written by Jonathan Swift, 1845 (engraving)

Illustration for Gulliver's Travels written by Jonathan Swift, 1845 (engraving)
PCT4261300 Illustration for Gulliver's Travels written by Jonathan Swift, 1845 (engraving) by Grandville (Jean Ignace Isidore Gerard) (1803-47); (add.info)

Background imageGrandville 1803 47 Collection: Illustration for the novel Un Autre Monde by Henri Fournier, 1844 (engraving)

Illustration for the novel Un Autre Monde by Henri Fournier, 1844 (engraving)
PCT4293759 Illustration for the novel Un Autre Monde by Henri Fournier, 1844 (engraving) by Grandville (Jean Ignace Isidore Gerard) (1803-47); (add.info)

Background imageGrandville 1803 47 Collection: The Good Pope: Time, 1836 (illustration)

The Good Pope: Time, 1836 (illustration)
7485453 The Good Pope: Time, 1836 (illustration) by Grandville (Jean Ignace Isidore Gerard) (1803-47); (add.info.: Le Bon Pape: Le Temps)

Background imageGrandville 1803 47 Collection: Face of a woman with piercing eyes, 19th century (engraving)

Face of a woman with piercing eyes, 19th century (engraving)
7426884 Face of a woman with piercing eyes, 19th century (engraving) by Grandville (Jean Ignace Isidore Gerard) (1803-47); (add.info)

Background imageGrandville 1803 47 Collection: Illustration for 100 Proverbes, 1845 (engraving)

Illustration for 100 Proverbes, 1845 (engraving)
PCT4286197 Illustration for 100 Proverbes, 1845 (engraving) by Grandville (Jean Ignace Isidore Gerard) (1803-47); (add.info.: L'Amour fait danser les donkeys)

Background imageGrandville 1803 47 Collection: Illustration for Gulliver's Travels written by Jonathan Swift, 1845 (engraving)

Illustration for Gulliver's Travels written by Jonathan Swift, 1845 (engraving)
PCT4261352 Illustration for Gulliver's Travels written by Jonathan Swift, 1845 (engraving) by Grandville (Jean Ignace Isidore Gerard) (1803-47); (add.info)

Background imageGrandville 1803 47 Collection: The old bachelor, 1836 (illustration)

The old bachelor, 1836 (illustration)
7485443 The old bachelor, 1836 (illustration) by Grandville (Jean Ignace Isidore Gerard) (1803-47); (add.info.: The old bachelor)

Background imageGrandville 1803 47 Collection: The Good God, 1836 (engraving)

The Good God, 1836 (engraving)
7485437 The Good God, 1836 (engraving) by Grandville (Jean Ignace Isidore Gerard) (1803-47); (add.info.: Le Bon Dieu: illustration by Grandville (Jean Ignace Isidore Gerard) (1803-1847)

Background imageGrandville 1803 47 Collection: Illustration for Gulliver's Travels written by Jonathan Swift, 1845 (engraving)

Illustration for Gulliver's Travels written by Jonathan Swift, 1845 (engraving)
PCT4261316 Illustration for Gulliver's Travels written by Jonathan Swift, 1845 (engraving) by Grandville (Jean Ignace Isidore Gerard) (1803-47); (add.info)

Background imageGrandville 1803 47 Collection: Illustration for the novel Un Autre Monde by Henri Fournier, 1844 (engraving)

Illustration for the novel Un Autre Monde by Henri Fournier, 1844 (engraving)
PCT4293730 Illustration for the novel Un Autre Monde by Henri Fournier, 1844 (engraving) by Grandville (Jean Ignace Isidore Gerard) (1803-47); (add.info)

Background imageGrandville 1803 47 Collection: Time, 1836 (illustration)

Time, 1836 (illustration)
7485448 Time, 1836 (illustration) by Grandville (Jean Ignace Isidore Gerard) (1803-47); (add.info.: Le Temps: illustration by Grandville (Jean Ignace Isidore Gerard) (1803-1847)

Background imageGrandville 1803 47 Collection: Illustration for Gulliver's Travels written by Jonathan Swift, 1845 (engraving)

Illustration for Gulliver's Travels written by Jonathan Swift, 1845 (engraving)
PCT4284534 Illustration for Gulliver's Travels written by Jonathan Swift, 1845 (engraving) by Grandville (Jean Ignace Isidore Gerard) (1803-47); (add.info)

Background imageGrandville 1803 47 Collection: Illustration for Les Fleurs Animees, 1857 (engraving)

Illustration for Les Fleurs Animees, 1857 (engraving)
PCT4261430 Illustration for Les Fleurs Animees, 1857 (engraving) by Grandville (Jean Ignace Isidore Gerard) (1803-47); (add.info)

Background imageGrandville 1803 47 Collection: Illustration for Gulliver's Travels written by Jonathan Swift, 1845 (engraving)

Illustration for Gulliver's Travels written by Jonathan Swift, 1845 (engraving)
PCT4261322 Illustration for Gulliver's Travels written by Jonathan Swift, 1845 (engraving) by Grandville (Jean Ignace Isidore Gerard) (1803-47); (add.info)

Background imageGrandville 1803 47 Collection: Illustration for Gulliver's Travels written by Jonathan Swift, 1845 (engraving)

Illustration for Gulliver's Travels written by Jonathan Swift, 1845 (engraving)
PCT4261303 Illustration for Gulliver's Travels written by Jonathan Swift, 1845 (engraving) by Grandville (Jean Ignace Isidore Gerard) (1803-47); (add.info)

Background imageGrandville 1803 47 Collection: Illustration for the novel Un Autre Monde by Henri Fournier, 1844 (engraving)

Illustration for the novel Un Autre Monde by Henri Fournier, 1844 (engraving)
PCT4262220 Illustration for the novel Un Autre Monde by Henri Fournier, 1844 (engraving) by Grandville (Jean Ignace Isidore Gerard) (1803-47); (add.info)

Background imageGrandville 1803 47 Collection: Illustration for the novel Un Autre Monde by Henri Fournier, 1844 (engraving)

Illustration for the novel Un Autre Monde by Henri Fournier, 1844 (engraving)
PCT4261674 Illustration for the novel Un Autre Monde by Henri Fournier, 1844 (engraving) by Grandville (Jean Ignace Isidore Gerard) (1803-47); (add.info)

Background imageGrandville 1803 47 Collection: Illustration for Gulliver's Travels written by Jonathan Swift, 1845 (engraving)

Illustration for Gulliver's Travels written by Jonathan Swift, 1845 (engraving)
PCT4261310 Illustration for Gulliver's Travels written by Jonathan Swift, 1845 (engraving) by Grandville (Jean Ignace Isidore Gerard) (1803-47); (add.info)

Background imageGrandville 1803 47 Collection: Illustration for Gulliver's Travels written by Jonathan Swift, 1845 (engraving)

Illustration for Gulliver's Travels written by Jonathan Swift, 1845 (engraving)
PCT4261312 Illustration for Gulliver's Travels written by Jonathan Swift, 1845 (engraving) by Grandville (Jean Ignace Isidore Gerard) (1803-47); (add.info)

Background imageGrandville 1803 47 Collection: Illustration for Les Fleurs Animees, 1857 (engraving)

Illustration for Les Fleurs Animees, 1857 (engraving)
PCT4261432 Illustration for Les Fleurs Animees, 1857 (engraving) by Grandville (Jean Ignace Isidore Gerard) (1803-47); (add.info)

Background imageGrandville 1803 47 Collection: The vulturs and the pigeons (Les vautours et les pigeons) - Fables by La Fontaine

The vulturs and the pigeons (Les vautours et les pigeons) - Fables by La Fontaine, 19th century (engraving)
DUV4214764 The vulturs and the pigeons (Les vautours et les pigeons) - Fables by La Fontaine, 19th century (engraving) by Grandville (Jean Ignace Isidore Gerard) (1803-47)

Background imageGrandville 1803 47 Collection: The donkey and the dog (L ane et le chien) - Fables by La Fontaine, 19th century (engraving)

The donkey and the dog (L ane et le chien) - Fables by La Fontaine, 19th century (engraving)
DUV4214649 The donkey and the dog (L ane et le chien) - Fables by La Fontaine, 19th century (engraving) by Grandville (Jean Ignace Isidore Gerard) (1803-47); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageGrandville 1803 47 Collection: Tigre entrant sur scene le poigard a la main. Vignettes illustrees par JJ Granville

Tigre entrant sur scene le poigard a la main. Vignettes illustrees par JJ Granville
DUV4212462 Tigre entrant sur scene le poigard a la main. Vignettes illustrees par JJ Granville. Gravure signee Godard dans la partie intitulee " Le premier feuilleton de Pistolet" ecrit par

Background imageGrandville 1803 47 Collection: The discord (La discorde) - Fables by La Fontaine, 19th century (engraving)

The discord (La discorde) - Fables by La Fontaine, 19th century (engraving)
DUV4214569 The discord (La discorde) - Fables by La Fontaine, 19th century (engraving) by Grandville (Jean Ignace Isidore Gerard) (1803-47); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageGrandville 1803 47 Collection: The theft and the Donkey (Les voleurs et l ane) - Fables by La Fontaine, 19th century (engraving)

The theft and the Donkey (Les voleurs et l ane) - Fables by La Fontaine, 19th century (engraving)
DUV4214205 The theft and the Donkey (Les voleurs et l ane) - Fables by La Fontaine, 19th century (engraving) by Grandville (Jean Ignace Isidore Gerard) (1803-47); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageGrandville 1803 47 Collection: The two roasters (Les deux coqs) - Fables by La Fontaine, 19th century (engraving)

The two roasters (Les deux coqs) - Fables by La Fontaine, 19th century (engraving)
DUV4214731 The two roasters (Les deux coqs) - Fables by La Fontaine, 19th century (engraving) by Grandville (Jean Ignace Isidore Gerard) (1803-47); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageGrandville 1803 47 Collection: The Dog and the Wolf, illustration for Fables of La Fontaine, published by H

The Dog and the Wolf, illustration for Fables of La Fontaine, published by H. Fournier Aine, 1838 (engraving)
498846 The Dog and the Wolf, illustration for Fables of La Fontaine, published by H. Fournier Aine, 1838 (engraving) by Grandville (Jean Ignace Isidore Gerard) (1803-47)

Background imageGrandville 1803 47 Collection: Russian Suppression of the Polish Revolution, 1830 (engraving)

Russian Suppression of the Polish Revolution, 1830 (engraving)
1721671 Russian Suppression of the Polish Revolution, 1830 (engraving) by French School, (19th century); (add.info.: Cartoon of Grandville and Forest on the words of Marshal Sebastiani de la Porta)




For sale as Licensed Images

Choose your image, Select your licence and Download the media

"Grandville 1803-47: A Journey Through Engraved Illustrations" Step into the enchanting world of Grandville, a renowned artist who captivated audiences with his intricate engravings during the early 19th century. His works adorned various literary masterpieces, including Jonathan Swift's timeless classic "Gulliver's Travels" and Henri Fournier's visionary novel "Un Autre Monde. " In 1845, Grandville breathed life into Swift's fantastical tale, illustrating Gulliver's encounters with Lilliputians and Brobdingnagians. These engravings transported readers to extraordinary lands where imagination knew no bounds. But Grandville didn't stop there; he also lent his artistic touch to other literary gems. In 1857, he embellished "Les Fleurs Animees, " infusing flowers with human characteristics through delicate strokes of his engraving tools. Each illustration became a window into an enchanted garden where flora blossomed with personality. His talent extended beyond literature as well. In 1836, Grandville depicted Time personified as "The Good Pope, " reminding us of the fleeting nature of existence. Another masterpiece showcased a woman with piercing eyes—a captivating portrayal that hinted at hidden depths within her soul. With each stroke of his engraving tool, Grandville captured the essence of stories and characters in breathtaking detail. His illustrations for "100 Proverbes" brought wise sayings to life visually, adding another layer of meaning to these age-old words. "The Old Bachelor" and "The Good God, " both created in 1836, revealed yet more facets of Grandville's genius. The former portrayed a solitary figure lost in contemplation while the latter delved into divine realms—an exploration that left viewers awestruck by its spiritual depth. As we journey through time alongside this remarkable artist from 1803 to 1847, we witness Grandville's ability to transport us to other worlds through his engravings.