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Halles Collection

"Halles: A Journey Through History and Culture" Step into the world of "halles, " a term that encompasses various aspects of French history, art, and cuisine

Background imageHalles Collection: Narbonne (Aude): the construction of the hall at the end of the 19th century

Narbonne (Aude): the construction of the hall at the end of the 19th century
PCT4295458 Narbonne (Aude): the construction of the hall at the end of the 19th century -; (add.info.: Narbonne (Aude): the construction of the hall at the end of the 19th century

Background imageHalles Collection: The Dauphin Charles reenters Paris with 2, 000 men-at-arms, and addresses the crowd at Les Halles

The Dauphin Charles reenters Paris with 2, 000 men-at-arms, and addresses the crowd at Les Halles
3480280 The Dauphin Charles reenters Paris with 2, 000 men-at-arms, and addresses the crowd at Les Halles; Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Background imageHalles Collection: France, Rhone-Alpes, Isere (38), Cremieu: the medieval wood-frame hall

France, Rhone-Alpes, Isere (38), Cremieu: the medieval wood-frame hall, 1900 - advertisements: chocolat l'Univers
LUX4796201 France, Rhone-Alpes, Isere (38), Cremieu: the medieval wood-frame hall, 1900 - advertisements: chocolat l'Univers, cherry Brandy rocher freres; (add.info.: France, Rhone-Alpes)

Background imageHalles Collection: France, Poitou-Charentes, Deux-Sevres (79), Niort: General view of the Chateau

France, Poitou-Charentes, Deux-Sevres (79), Niort: General view of the Chateau
LUX4716083 France, Poitou-Charentes, Deux-Sevres (79), Niort: General view of the Chateau, the cathedrale and the halls from the Sevre, 1885; (add.info.: France, Poitou-Charentes, Deux-Sevres (79)

Background imageHalles Collection: Postcard, in Colors, circa 1923: Ypres - les halles - War of 14 -18, Destruction buildings, Ypres

Postcard, in Colors, circa 1923: Ypres - les halles - War of 14 -18, Destruction buildings, Ypres
ICA4839403 Postcard, in Colors, circa 1923: Ypres - les halles - War of 14 -18, Destruction buildings, Ypres; (add.info.: Postcard, in Colors, circa 1923: Ypres - les halles - War of 14 -18)

Background imageHalles Collection: Merchants at the Halles market in Paris, 1893 (engraving)

Merchants at the Halles market in Paris, 1893 (engraving)
ELD4835560 Merchants at the Halles market in Paris, 1893 (engraving); Private Collection; (add.info.: Merchants at the Halles market in Paris - Engraving in "Promenades a Paris" by Alexis)

Background imageHalles Collection: France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): Quartier des Halles, demolition of the building next to

France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): Quartier des Halles, demolition of the building next to the church of
LUX4811831 France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): Quartier des Halles, demolition of the building next to the church of Saint-Eustache, 1920; (add.info.: France, Ile-de-France)

Background imageHalles Collection: France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): L'eglise Saint-Eustache et les anciennes halles, 1852

France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): L'eglise Saint-Eustache et les anciennes halles, 1852
LUX4817553 France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): L'eglise Saint-Eustache et les anciennes halles, 1852; (add.info.: France, Ile-de-France)

Background imageHalles Collection: France, Centre, Indre-et-Loire (37), Tours: Le marche place des Halles, 1895

France, Centre, Indre-et-Loire (37), Tours: Le marche place des Halles, 1895
LUX4756891 France, Centre, Indre-et-Loire (37), Tours: Le marche place des Halles, 1895; (add.info.: France, Centre, Indre-et-Loire (37), Tours: Le marche place des Halles

Background imageHalles Collection: France, Centre, Indre-et-Loire (37), Tours: les Halles, place gaston Pailhou, 1895

France, Centre, Indre-et-Loire (37), Tours: les Halles, place gaston Pailhou, 1895
LUX4796855 France, Centre, Indre-et-Loire (37), Tours: les Halles, place gaston Pailhou, 1895; (add.info.: France, Centre, Indre-et-Loire (37), Tours: les Halles, place gaston Pailhou

Background imageHalles Collection: La halle du marche et la jetee de barquement des navires de la ville de Quebec (Canada), ca

La halle du marche et la jetee de barquement des navires de la ville de Quebec (Canada), ca
NWI4867948 La halle du marche et la jetee de barquement des navires de la ville de Quebec (Canada), ca. 1870 - Engraving colorisee, 19th century - Market-Hall and boat landing in Quebec City, Canada

Background imageHalles Collection: Book cover for Le Sous Marin Jules Verne written by Gustave le Rouge and Gustave Guitton

Book cover for Le Sous Marin Jules Verne written by Gustave le Rouge and Gustave Guitton, 1902 (print)
PCT4274131 Book cover for Le Sous Marin Jules Verne written by Gustave le Rouge and Gustave Guitton, 1902 (print); (add.info)

Background imageHalles Collection: Ballet dancer's costume from 'Le Roi des Halles' at the Theatre Lyrique

Ballet dancer's costume from "Le Roi des Halles" at the Theatre Lyrique
5855439 Ballet dancer's costume from "Le Roi des Halles" at the Theatre Lyrique; (add.info.: Ballet dancer's costume from "Le Roi des Halles" at the Theatre Lyrique)

Background imageHalles Collection: Mme. Guichard as Morielle in 'Le Roi des Halles' at the Theatre Lyrique

Mme. Guichard as Morielle in "Le Roi des Halles" at the Theatre Lyrique
5855435 Mme. Guichard as Morielle in "Le Roi des Halles" at the Theatre Lyrique; (add.info.: Mme. Guichard as Morielle in "Le Roi des Halles" at the Theatre Lyrique Handcoloured)

Background imageHalles Collection: France, Pays de la Loire, Vendee (85), Les Sables-d'Olonnes: Port de peche, les halles au poissons

France, Pays de la Loire, Vendee (85), Les Sables-d'Olonnes: Port de peche, les halles au poissons
LUX4810512 France, Pays de la Loire, Vendee (85), Les Sables-d'Olonnes: Port de peche, les halles au poissons. 1900 - LS2012 LS2117 LS2050 Guery wine wholesale.; (add.info.: France)

Background imageHalles Collection: A soup seller a the Halles market in Paris Engraving of 'Les stages d'un touriste en France: Paris

A soup seller a the Halles market in Paris Engraving of "Les stages d'un touriste en France: Paris
ELD4840924 A soup seller a the Halles market in Paris Engraving of "Les stages d'un touriste en France: Paris, promenades dans les 20 arrondissements" by Alexis Martin

Background imageHalles Collection: Couple choosing Thanksgiving's menu has a butcher's stoop in an American covered walk, around 1880

Couple choosing Thanksgiving's menu has a butcher's stoop in an American covered walk, around 1880
NWI4883906 Couple choosing Thanksgiving's menu has a butcher's stoop in an American covered walk, around 1880.; (add.info)

Background imageHalles Collection: General view of the central halls of Paris Engraving from ' Le magasin picturesque' 1862

General view of the central halls of Paris Engraving from " Le magasin picturesque" 1862 Collection privee
ELD4938098 General view of the central halls of Paris Engraving from " Le magasin picturesque" 1862 Collection privee; Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageHalles Collection: France, Brittany, Morbihan (56), Pontivy: old halls, 1895

France, Brittany, Morbihan (56), Pontivy: old halls, 1895
LUX4775561 France, Brittany, Morbihan (56), Pontivy: old halls, 1895; (add.info.: France, Brittany, Morbihan (56), Pontivy: old halls, 1895); Photo © Lux-in-Fine

Background imageHalles Collection: France, Auvergne, Allier (03), Neris-les-Bains: Place des halles, with the halles of Neris les bains

France, Auvergne, Allier (03), Neris-les-Bains: Place des halles, with the halles of Neris les bains
LUX4756912 France, Auvergne, Allier (03), Neris-les-Bains: Place des halles, with the halles of Neris les bains, 1895 - Auberge du cafe, cafe du commerce G seguin; (add.info.: France, Auvergne)

Background imageHalles Collection: Laurent as Planchet in 'Le Roi des Halles' at the Theatre Lyrique

Laurent as Planchet in "Le Roi des Halles" at the Theatre Lyrique
5855434 Laurent as Planchet in "Le Roi des Halles" at the Theatre Lyrique; (add.info.: Laurent as Planchet in "Le Roi des Halles" at the Theatre Lyrique Handcoloured lithograph by)

Background imageHalles Collection: France, Centre, Indre-et-Loire (37), Tours: les halles, place gaston Pailhou, le marche, 1917

France, Centre, Indre-et-Loire (37), Tours: les halles, place gaston Pailhou, le marche, 1917
LUX4798474 France, Centre, Indre-et-Loire (37), Tours: les halles, place gaston Pailhou, le marche, 1917; (add.info.: France, Centre, Indre-et-Loire (37), Tours: les halles, place gaston Pailhou

Background imageHalles Collection: France, Centre, Indre-et-Loire (37), Tours: les Halles, place gaston Pailhou, 1895

France, Centre, Indre-et-Loire (37), Tours: les Halles, place gaston Pailhou, 1895
LUX4796946 France, Centre, Indre-et-Loire (37), Tours: les Halles, place gaston Pailhou, 1895; (add.info.: France, Centre, Indre-et-Loire (37), Tours: les Halles, place gaston Pailhou

Background imageHalles Collection: France, Brittany, Ille-et-Vilaine (35), Guipry: the halls and old granite houses on the edge of

France, Brittany, Ille-et-Vilaine (35), Guipry: the halls and old granite houses on the edge of the Redon Canal in
LUX4775669 France, Brittany, Ille-et-Vilaine (35), Guipry: the halls and old granite houses on the edge of the Redon Canal in Rennes, 1895; (add.info.: France, Brittany, Ille-et-Vilaine (35)

Background imageHalles Collection: France, Brittany, Ille-et-Vilaine (35), Guipry: old house and wood market, 1895

France, Brittany, Ille-et-Vilaine (35), Guipry: old house and wood market, 1895
LUX4775666 France, Brittany, Ille-et-Vilaine (35), Guipry: old house and wood market, 1895; (add.info.: France, Brittany, Ille-et-Vilaine (35), Guipry: old house and wood market

Background imageHalles Collection: Asparagus dealers in the old Halles de Paris. Photography 1907

Asparagus dealers in the old Halles de Paris. Photography 1907
JAB5037319 Asparagus dealers in the old Halles de Paris. Photography 1907; (add.info.: Asparagus dealers in the old Halles de Paris. Photography 1907); Photo ©Jaime Abecasis

Background imageHalles Collection: France, Brittany, Ille-et-Vilaine (35), Port de Guipry: the village and the Vilaine, thatched

France, Brittany, Ille-et-Vilaine (35), Port de Guipry: the village and the Vilaine, thatched
LUX4775076 France, Brittany, Ille-et-Vilaine (35), Port de Guipry: the village and the Vilaine, thatched, halles and lavandiere on the banks of the Vilaine, 1900; (add.info.: France, Brittany)

Background imageHalles Collection: Portrait of Louise Reine Audu, known as the Queen of the Halles, a French woman, fruit in Paris

Portrait of Louise Reine Audu, known as the Queen of the Halles, a French woman, fruit in Paris
ELD4956479 Portrait of Louise Reine Audu, known as the Queen of the Halles, a French woman, fruit in Paris, heroine of the Revolution - on 5 October 1789 she was at the head of the cortege that went

Background imageHalles Collection: Slaughterhouse rakes, Les halles, paris, 1859 (engraving)

Slaughterhouse rakes, Les halles, paris, 1859 (engraving)
ELD4959597 Slaughterhouse rakes, Les halles, paris, 1859 (engraving) by French School, (19th century); (add.info.: Les equarisseurs des abattoirs du marche des halles in Paris (Slaughterhouse rakes)

Background imageHalles Collection: View of the Delacroix Hall. Walk to Marseille fish. Painting by Edouard Cremieux (1856-1944)

View of the Delacroix Hall. Walk to Marseille fish. Painting by Edouard Cremieux (1856-1944), 1889. Oil on canvas
JLJ4670264 View of the Delacroix Hall. Walk to Marseille fish. Painting by Edouard Cremieux (1856-1944), 1889. Oil on canvas. Musee du Vieux Marseille, Marseille

Background imageHalles Collection: The Pavillon des Halles in Paris, 1980 (b / w photo)

The Pavillon des Halles in Paris, 1980 (b / w photo)
7261865 The Pavillon des Halles in Paris, 1980 (b/w photo) by Baltard, Victor (1805-74); (add.info.: Exterior view of the Pavillon des Halles in Paris on September 18)

Background imageHalles Collection: The Pavillon des Halles in Paris, 1980 (b / w photo)

The Pavillon des Halles in Paris, 1980 (b / w photo)
7261858 The Pavillon des Halles in Paris, 1980 (b/w photo) by Baltard, Victor (1805-74); (add.info.: Exterior view of the Pavillon des Halles in Paris on September 18)

Background imageHalles Collection: French Revolution: Proclamation of the Constitution, 1791 (engraving)

French Revolution: Proclamation of the Constitution, 1791 (engraving)
ELD4833709 French Revolution: Proclamation of the Constitution, 1791 (engraving) by Berthault, Pierre-Gabriel (1737-1831); Private Collection; (add.info.: French Revolution)

Background imageHalles Collection: the Walk Hall of Fontainebleau - Architect Henri Bard (1892-1951) (photo)

the Walk Hall of Fontainebleau - Architect Henri Bard (1892-1951) (photo)
JLJ4623831 the Walk Hall of Fontainebleau - Architect Henri Bard (1892-1951) (photo) by Bard, Henri (1892-1951); Fontainebleau, Seine et Marne, France; Photo © Photo Josse

Background imageHalles Collection: the Walk Hall of Fontainebleau - Architect Henri Bard (1892-1951) (photo)

the Walk Hall of Fontainebleau - Architect Henri Bard (1892-1951) (photo)
JLJ4623828 the Walk Hall of Fontainebleau - Architect Henri Bard (1892-1951) (photo) by Bard, Henri (1892-1951); Fontainebleau, Seine et Marne, France; Photo © Photo Josse

Background imageHalles Collection: the Walk Hall of Fontainebleau - Architect Henri Bard (1892-1951) (photo)

the Walk Hall of Fontainebleau - Architect Henri Bard (1892-1951) (photo)
JLJ4623838 the Walk Hall of Fontainebleau - Architect Henri Bard (1892-1951) (photo) by Bard, Henri (1892-1951); Fontainebleau, Seine et Marne, France; Photo © Photo Josse

Background imageHalles Collection: the Walk Hall of Fontainebleau - Architect Henri Bard (1892-1951) (photo)

the Walk Hall of Fontainebleau - Architect Henri Bard (1892-1951) (photo)
JLJ4623908 the Walk Hall of Fontainebleau - Architect Henri Bard (1892-1951) (photo) by Bard, Henri (1892-1951); Fontainebleau, Seine et Marne, France; Photo © Photo Josse

Background imageHalles Collection: the Walk Hall of Fontainebleau - Architect Henri Bard (1892-1951) (photo)

the Walk Hall of Fontainebleau - Architect Henri Bard (1892-1951) (photo)
JLJ4623834 the Walk Hall of Fontainebleau - Architect Henri Bard (1892-1951) (photo) by Bard, Henri (1892-1951); Fontainebleau, Seine et Marne, France; Photo © Photo Josse

Background imageHalles Collection: the Walk Hall of Fontainebleau - Architect Henri Bard (1892-1951) (photo)

the Walk Hall of Fontainebleau - Architect Henri Bard (1892-1951) (photo)
JLJ4623823 the Walk Hall of Fontainebleau - Architect Henri Bard (1892-1951) (photo) by Bard, Henri (1892-1951); Fontainebleau, Seine et Marne, France; Photo © Photo Josse

Background imageHalles Collection: Vede et les dames de la Halle (engraving)

Vede et les dames de la Halle (engraving)
7179554 Vede et les dames de la Halle (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Vede et les dames de la Halle)

Background imageHalles Collection: Le Caveau des Halles, 1885, by Felicien de Myrbach-Rheinfeld (Myrbach Rheinfeld 1853-1940

Le Caveau des Halles, 1885, by Felicien de Myrbach-Rheinfeld (Myrbach Rheinfeld 1853-1940
LSE4078614 Le Caveau des Halles, 1885, by Felicien de Myrbach-Rheinfeld (Myrbach Rheinfeld 1853-1940) by Myrbach-Rheinfeld, Felicien baron de (1853-1940); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

Background imageHalles Collection: Merchants at the butchers pavilion at the Halles de Paris, 1886 by Paul Renouard

Merchants at the butchers pavilion at the Halles de Paris, 1886 by Paul Renouard
LSE4402483 Merchants at the butchers pavilion at the Halles de Paris, 1886 by Paul Renouard by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

Background imageHalles Collection: French Revolution: 'The bust of Marat at at the pillar of the Halles'

French Revolution: "The bust of Marat at at the pillar of the Halles"
XEE4192778 French Revolution: " The bust of Marat at at the pillar of the Halles". In tribute to Jean Paul Marat (1743-1793), his bust was placed after his death in the Halles de Paris

Background imageHalles Collection: Cross-section of the Halles de Paris in 1862. Engraving by Lancelot in '

Cross-section of the Halles de Paris in 1862. Engraving by Lancelot in "
XEE4165769 Cross-section of the Halles de Paris in 1862. Engraving by Lancelot in " Le Magasin picturesque", 1862

Background imageHalles Collection: A corner of the Fish Hall in the morning (1880). Engraving after the painting by Victor

A corner of the Fish Hall in the morning (1880). Engraving after the painting by Victor
XEE4169388 A corner of the Fish Hall in the morning (1880). Engraving after the painting by Victor Gabriel Gilbert (1847-1933). In " The Illustrous World" nA'1244 of January 29, 1881

Background imageHalles Collection: Construction of the new hall in Paris Painting by Pierre Demachy (1723-1807) 1765 Paris

Construction of the new hall in Paris Painting by Pierre Demachy (1723-1807) 1765 Paris
JLJ4656923 Construction of the new hall in Paris Painting by Pierre Demachy (1723-1807) 1765 Paris, Musee Carnavalet by Demachy

Background imageHalles Collection: Les halles de Paris just before the demolition of August 1971 (b / w photo)

Les halles de Paris just before the demolition of August 1971 (b / w photo)
LRI4727448 Les halles de Paris just before the demolition of August 1971 (b/w photo) by Baltard, Victor (1805-74); Paris, France; (add.info)




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"Halles: A Journey Through History and Culture" Step into the world of "halles, " a term that encompasses various aspects of French history, art, and cuisine. From slaughterhouse rakes to iconic buildings in Paris and Marseille, these hints provide glimpses into the rich tapestry surrounding this intriguing word. Les Halles, located in Paris since 1183, was once a bustling marketplace where merchants traded their goods. In an engraving from 1859, we catch a glimpse of its vibrant atmosphere during that time. The Delacroix Hall within Les Halles is immortalized in Edouard Cremieux's painting from 1889. This oil on canvas masterpiece captures the essence of Marseille's fish market with meticulous detail. However, not all associations with "halles" are pleasant. During the siege of Paris in 1870 Commune era, a poster displayed prices for dog and cat meat as desperate measures were taken to feed the city's inhabitants. This grim reminder showcases the hardships faced during those challenging times. Fast forward to more recent history - a black-and-white photograph from 1980 reveals the Pavillon des Halles standing proudly amidst modernization efforts in Paris. This architectural gem has witnessed countless changes throughout its existence. The term "halles" also finds connections with significant events like the French Revolution. An engraving depicting the proclamation of the Constitution in 1791 reminds us of how ideals such as equality were fought for during this tumultuous period. Away from urban centers lies another remarkable structure associated with "halles. " The Walk Hall at Fontainebleau designed by architect Henri Bard stands as an exquisite example of his work captured through stunning photographs. Intriguingly diverse yet interconnected by their association with "halles, " these snippets offer just a taste of what awaits those who delve deeper into each aspect's historical significance or artistic beauty.