Henri Meyer Collection (#3)

Events in Madagascar: The Capture of Mevatanana, 1895. Artist: Henri Meyer
Events in Madagascar: The Capture of Mevatanana, 1895. An illustration from Le Petit Journal, 30th June 1895

Cendrillon (Cinderella), Theatre du Chatelet, Paris, 1895. Artist: Henri Meyer
Cendrillon (Cinderella), Theatre du Chatelet, Paris, 1895. An illustration from Le Petit Journal, 14th April 1895

Mlle Delna, portraying a vivandiere in the comic opera, La Vivandiere, 1895. Artist: Henri Meyer
Mlle Delna, portraying a vivandiere in the comic opera, La Vivandiere, 1895. An illustration from Le Petit Journal, 21st April 1895

Uniforms of the French expeditionary force in Madagascar, 1895. Artist: Henri Meyer
Uniforms of the French expeditionary force in Madagascar, 1895. An illustration from Le Petit Journal, 21st April 1895

Menelik II of Abyssinia, 1895. Artist: Henri Meyer
Menelik II of Abyssinia, 1895. Emperor Menelik II baptized as Sahle Maryam (1844-1913). An illustration from Le Petit Journal, 10th November 1895

George I of Greece, 1895. Artist: Henri Meyer
George I of Greece, 1895. An illustration from Le Petit Journal, 10th November 1895

The tsarina nursing the Grand Duchess Olga of Russia, 1895. Artist: Henri Meyer
The tsarina nursing the Grand Duchess Olga of Russia, 1895. An illustration from Le Petit Journal, 8th December 1895

The frozen Seine, winter, Paris, 1895. Artist: Henri Meyer
The frozen Seine, winter, Paris, 1895. An illustration from Le Petit Journal, 24th February 1895

Chilperic, Theatre of Varieties, 1895. Artist: Henri Meyer
Chilperic, Theatre of Varieties, 1895. An illustration from Le Petit Journal, 24th February 1895

The capture of a Hova camp, Madagascar, 1895. Artist: Henri Meyer
The capture of a Hova camp, Madagascar, 1895. France invaded Madagascar in 1883 in what became known as the first Franco-Hova War (Hova being the name of the islands Merina aristocrats)

Fight between gendarmes and civilians in the Bois de Boulogne, Paris, 1895. Artist: Henri Meyer
Fight between gendarmes and civilians in the Bois de Boulogne, Paris, 1895. An illustration from Le Petit Journal, 14th July 1895

General Raoul le Mouton de Boisdeffre, French soldier, 1895. Artist: Henri Meyer
General Raoul le Mouton de Boisdeffre, French soldier, 1895. An illustration from Le Petit Journal, 1st September 1895

Anti-German allegory, 1895. Artist: Henri Meyer
Anti-German allegory, 1895. A vision of Napoleon appears to a shocked gathering of German army officers. Political tension between France and Germany led to fears of war in the mid 1890s

Prohibition of bullfighting in the south of France, 1895. Artist: Henri Meyer
Prohibition of bullfighting in the south of France, 1895. An illustration from Le Petit Journal, 15th September 1895

Lion attack, 1895. Artist: Henri Meyer
Lion attack, 1895. An illustration from Le Petit Journal, 29th September 1895

Gendarme and Poacher, Beziers, France, 1895. Artist: Henri Meyer
Gendarme and Poacher, Beziers, France, 1895. An illustration from Le Petit Journal, 10th March 1895

The departure of French troops to Madagascar, Paris, 1895. Artist: Henri Meyer
The departure of French troops to Madagascar, Paris, 1895. France invaded Madagascar in 1883 in what became known as the first Franco-Hova War (Hova being the name of the islands Merina aristocrats)

The Race of the Wooden Legs, 1895. Artist: Henri Meyer
The Race of the Wooden Legs, 1895. An illustration from Le Petit Journal, 24th March 1895

The opera Panurge, at the Theatre de la Gaite, Paris, 1895. Artist: Henri Meyer
The opera Panurge, at the Theatre de la Gaite, Paris, 1895. A performance of the opera by Jules Massanet. An illustration from Le Petit Journal, 28th December 1895

General Davout, Grand Chancellor of the Legion d Honneur, 1895. Artist: Henri Meyer
General Davout, Grand Chancellor of the Legion d Honneur, 1895. An illustration from Le Petit Journal, 22nd December 1895

The gate of Shanghai, China, Sino-Japanese War, 1895. Artist: Henri Meyer
The gate of Shanghai, China, Sino-Japanese War, 1895. The First Sino-Japanese War (1894-1895) was a war fought between Qing Dynasty China and Meiji Japan over the control of Korea

The Triple Alliance, Germany, Austria-Hungary, and Italy, 1894. Artist: Henri Meyer
The Triple Alliance, Germany, Austria-Hungary, and Italy, 1894. Since 1887 the Germans, Austrians and Italians had been engaged in an alliance hostile to France

General de Negrier, inspector-general of the French army, 1895. Artist: Henri Meyer
General de Negrier, inspector-general of the French army, 1895. An illustration from Le Petit Journal, 10th March 1895

The Taking of the Chinese Flag by a Japanese Officer, 1894. Artist: Henri Meyer
The Taking of the Chinese Flag by a Japanese Officer, 1894. A scene from the First Sino-Japanese War, fought over control of Korea. A print from the Le Petit Journal, 29th October 1894

Announcement on the health of Tsar Alexander of Russia, Livadia Palace, St Petersburg, Russia, 1894. Alexander III died on 1st November 1894 and was succeeded by his eldest son, Nicholas II

The death of Tsar Alexander III of Russia, 1894. Artist: Henri Meyer
The death of Tsar Alexander III of Russia, 1894. Alexander III (1845-1894) reigned as Emperor of Russia from 14 March 1881 until his death in 1894. He was succeeded by his eldest son, Nicholas II

General Jacques Duchesne, commander of the French expeditionary force to Madagascar, 1894. Artist: Henri Meyer
General Jacques Duchesne, commander of the French expeditionary force to Madagascar, 1894. France invaded Madagascar in 1895 to bring the island under its colonial rule

Rest In Peace, performance at the Theatre de la Gaite, 1894. Artist: Henri Meyer
Rest In Peace, performance at the Theatre de la Gaite, 1894. A print from the Le Petit Journal, 2nd December 1894

Franco-Russian Alliance, 1893. Artist: Henri Meyer
Franco-Russian Alliance, 1893. Dual Alliance was a political and military pact that developed from friendly contacts in 1891 to a Military Convention in 1892 and a formal Treaty in 1894

Mail delivery before the grand military manoeuvers, 1893. Artist: Henri Meyer
Mail delivery before the grand military maneuvers, 1893. A print from the Le Petit Journal, 23rd September 1893

The port of Toulon, 1893. Artist: Henri Meyer
The port of Toulon, 1893. A print from the Le Petit Journal, 14th October 1893

The Franco-Russian Entente, 1893. Artist: Henri Meyer
The Franco-Russian Entente, 1893. A print from the Le Petit Journal, 30th September 1893

View of Paris, 1892. Artist: Henri Meyer
View of Paris, 1892. A print from the Le Petit Journal, 30th July 1892

Cholera in Russia, the troubles in Astrakhan, 1892. Artist: Henri Meyer
Cholera in Russia, the troubles in Astrakhan, 1892. A print from the Le Petit Journal, 6th August 1892

Arrival of the president of the Republique, Chateau de Fontainebleau, 1892. Artist: Henri Meyer
Arrival of the president of the Republique, Chateau de Fontainebleau, 1892. A print from the Le Petit Journal, 6th August 1892

Attack on the Villagers of Dahomey by the French, 1892. Artist: Henri Meyer
Attack on the Villagers of Dahomey by the French, 1892. A print from the Le Petit Journal, 20th August 1892

The Tribal Chiefs Swearing Fidelity to the Sultan of Morocco, 1892. Artist: Henri Meyer
The Tribal Chiefs Swearing Fidelity to the Sultan of Morocco, 1892. A print from the Le Petit Journal, 27th August 1892

The rag and bone man of Paris, 1892. Artist: Henri Meyer
The rag and bone man of Paris, 1892. A print from the Le Petit Journal, 27th August 1892

The Corsican Bandit, Jacques Bellacoscia, Surrendering to the Police, 1892. Artist: Henri Meyer
The Corsican Bandit, Jacques Bellacoscia, Surrendering to the Police, 1892. A print from the Le Petit Journal, 16th July 1892

The Revolt on the Island of Sercq, 1892. Artist: Henri Meyer
The Revolt on the Island of Sercq, 1892. A print from the Le Petit Journal, 25th May 1892

The Grand Duke Constantine of Russia visiting the house of Joan of Arc, Domremy, 1892. Artist: Henri Meyer
The Grand Duke Constantine of Russia visiting the house of Joan of Arc, Domremy, 1892. A print from the Le Petit Journal, 26th June 1892

Landing of the Senegalese Troops at the New Wharf in Cotonou, Benin, 1892. Artist: Henri Meyer
Landing of the Senegalese Troops at the New Wharf in Cotonou, Benin, 1892. A print from the Le Petit Journal, 21st May 1892

The New Sculpture Pavilion at the Palais de l Industrie, 1892. Artist: Henri Meyer
The New Sculpture Pavilion at the Palais de l Industrie, 1892. A print from the Le Petit Journal, 21st May 1892

The Italian Army, 1892. Artist: Henri Meyer
The Italian Army, 1892. A print from the Le Petit Journal, 28th May 1892

Russian cavalry, 1892. Artist: Henri Meyer
Russian cavalry, 1892. A print from the Le Petit Journal, 9th April 1892

The Snow Ballet, from la Voyage dans la Lune by Jacques Offenbach, 1892. Artist: Henri Meyer
The Snow Ballet, from la Voyage dans la Lune by Jacques Offenbach, 1892. Based on From the Earth to the Moon by Jules Verne (1828-1905); performed at the Theatre de la Porte Saint-Martin

Rouget de Lisle singing the Marseillaise, 1892. Artist: Henri Meyer
Rouget de Lisle singing the Marseillaise, 1892. Rouget de Lisle (1760-1836) singing the Marseillaise at the home of Dietrich, Mayor of Strasbourg, 26th April 1792

Anniversary of the Battle of Mars-la-Tour, 16 August 1870, (1892). Artist: Henri Meyer
Anniversary of the Battle of Mars-la-Tour, 16 August 1870, (1892). The Battle of Mars-La-Tour was fought on 16 August 1870 during the Franco-Prussian War near the town of Mars-La-Tour in north-east

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"Henri Meyer: Capturing the Dark and Turbulent Moments of History" Step into the world of Henri Meyer, a talented artist who fearlessly depicted some of the most gripping events in history. From the arrest of prostitutes in a Parisian hotel to executions and political scandals, Meyer's artwork sheds light on the hidden corners of society. In 1895, Meyer's brush strokes brought to life the shocking scene of prostitutes being apprehended in a Parisian hotel. With meticulous detail, he captured both their vulnerability and defiance, revealing the complexities surrounding this taboo profession. The following year, his artistic prowess took him all the way to Ethiopia where he immortalized Taytou Betel, Empress Consort of Menelik II. Through his artistry, he conveyed her regal grace amidst an era marked by political turmoil and power struggles. Meyer's talents also extended to Spain in 1879 when he depicted an execution by "the withers. " The engraving vividly portrays the grim reality faced by those condemned to this brutal form of punishment while inviting viewers to reflect on its ethical implications. One cannot overlook his portrayal of The King of Siam paying homage at Napoleon I's tomb in Paris during 1897. This masterpiece captures not only historical significance but also showcases Meyer's ability to capture emotions through his subjects' expressions. His work was not limited solely to Europe; it ventured into Ottoman territories as well. In 1895, Meyer skillfully portrayed scenes from within the Ottoman army - a testament to his versatility as an artist who could seamlessly transition between various cultures and contexts. Meyer became deeply entwined with one infamous event that shook France - The Dreyfus Affair. His lithographs documented pivotal moments such as Emile Zola's impassioned defense against injustice or even depicting war council proceedings related to this scandalous case that captivated public attention for years. Beyond politics and scandal, Meyer also depicted the darker side of humanity.