Huguenot Collection (#7)

The Siege of La Rochelle [plate 12 of 16; set comprises 1952. 8. 97-112], 1628 / 1631
The Siege of La Rochelle [plate 12 of 16; set comprises 1952.8.97-112], 1628/1631

Bernard Palissy, French Huguenot potter
Bernard Palissy (c.1510-c.1589), French Huguenot potter, hydraulics engineer and craftsman, working in his studio. Date: 16th century

F. Le Fort, (1656-1699), 1830. Creator: Unknown
F. Le Fort, (1656-1699), 1830. Franz Lefort (1656-1699) Geneva born Russian military figure of Huguenot origin, general admiral and close associate of Tsar Peter the Great

Gerbier, (1592-1663), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Gerbier, (1592-1663), 1830. Sir Balthazar Gerbier (1592-1663) Anglo-Dutch courtier, diplomat, art advisor, miniaturist and architectural designer

Coligni, (1519-1572), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Coligni, (1519-1572), 1830. Gaspard II de Coligny (1519-1572) French nobleman and admiral, a disciplined Huguenot leader in the French Wars of Religion and close friend

La Rochelle, 1890. Creator: Unknown
La Rochelle, 1890. La Rochelle harbour on the Bay of Biscay of the Atlantic Ocean opens into a protected strait, the Pertuis d Antioche. A centre for the Huguenots from 1558

Interior view of the French Protestant Church, Threadneedle Street, City of London, 1825

Francois De La Noue, 1531-1591. Huguenot Caption In The French Wars Of Religion, 1562-1598. Photo-Etching From Portrait In The Gallery Of Versailles. From The Book " Lady Jacksons Works Ix

France. Battle of Moncontour, 1569
Battle of Moncontour, 3 October 1569, between the Catholic forces of king Charles IX of France and the Huguenots during the Third War (1568-1570) of the French Wars of Religion. Engraving. Colored

Maximilien de Bethune, duc de Sully, from Crabbs Historical Dictionary
KW312753 Maximilien de Bethune, duc de Sully, from Crabbs Historical Dictionary, published 1825 (litho) by English School

MARIE TOUCHET (1549-1638). Dame de Belleville, mistress of King Charles IX of France. Engraving from Les Galeries Historiques de Versaille, 1838-49

The Brothers Coligny, 16th century (1894). Artist:s Duval
The Brothers Coligny, 16th century (1894). Odet, Francois and Gaspard de Coligny, leading Huguenots during the French Wars of Religion

Huguenots Building their Homesteads, 1909. Artist: GS Smithard
Huguenots Building their Homesteads, 1909. From Romance of Empire - South Africa by Ian D. Colwin. [T. C. & E. C. Jack, London, 1909]

Dress of Spitalfields silk, with pink satin quilted petticoat. Second half of eighteenth century, 18th century. From Georgian Art (1760-1820) - Burlington Magazine Monograph III, by. [B. T

Siege of La Rochelle, France, 1627 (1882-1884). During the Renaissance, La Rochelle adopted Protestant ideas, and from 1568 became a centre for the Huguenots

Reception the French Protestants in Amsterdam, late 17th century (c1870). Artist: H Sluyter
Reception the French Protestants in Amsterdam, late 17th century (c1870). Large numbers of Protestant French Huguenots emigrated to the Calvinist Dutch Republic after Louis XIV revoked the Edict of

Henry de Bourbon, Prince of Conde. Henry (1552-1588) was a Huguenot general in the French Wars of Religion

A Huguenot, 19th century. Artist: Jean Louis Ernest Meissonier
A Huguenot, 19th century. Found in the collection of the State Art Museum, Tula, Russia

The Siege of La Rochelle in October 1628, early 18th century. Artist: Arnold Frans Rubens
The Siege of La Rochelle in October 1628, early 18th century. Found in the collection of the State Art Museum, Tula, Russia

Battle of Montcontour, French Religious Wars, 3 October 1569 (1570). Artist: Jacques Tortorel
Battle of Montcontour, French Religious Wars, 3 October 1569 (1570). The Huguenots under Gaspard Coligny (1519-1572) took heavy losses during their defeat by the Catholics under Henry

Siege of Poitiers, French Religious Wars, 24 July-7 September 1569 (1570). Artist: Jacques Tortorel
Siege of Poitiers, French Religious Wars, 24 July-7 September 1569 (1570). The Huguenots under Gaspard de Coligny (1519-1572)

Siege of Chartres, French Religious Wars, 1568 (1570). Artist: Jacques Tortorel
Siege of Chartres, French Religious Wars, 1568 (1570). Sappers working to undermine a bastion forming part of the citys defences

Battle of St Denis, French Religious Wars, 10 November 1567 (1570). Artist: Jacques Tortorel
Battle of St Denis, French Religious Wars, 10 November 1567 (1570). The battle was fought between the Huguenots under Louis

Second charge at the Battle of Dreux, French Religious Wars, 19 December 1562 (1570). Artist: Jacques Tortorel
Second charge at the Battle of Dreux, French Religious Wars, 19 December 1562 (1570). The outcome of the battle was indecisive, although notable for the fact that the commanders of both sides

Amboise Enterprise or Conspiracy, French Religious Wars, March 1560 (c1570). Artist: Jacques Tortorel
Amboise Enterprise or Conspiracy, French Religious Wars, March 1560 (c1570). The Amboise Enterprise was a Huguenot plot against the Catholic Guise faction, led by Jean du Barry

The Siege of La Rochelle, 1628 (20th century). During the Renaissance, La Rochelle adopted Protestant ideas, and from 1568 became a centre for the Huguenots

Soho, London - Soho Square W1, facing north west towards the French Protestant (Huguenot) Church. 1973

Henry IV of France (1553-1610). Entry of Henry IV in Rouen, 1
Henry IV of France (1553-1610). King of Navarre as Henry III from 1572-1610 and King of France from 1589-1610. Entry of Henry IV in Rouen, 1596. Engraving. Colored

Keerweder Cottages, Franschhoek, Cape Colony, South Africa
Keerweder Cottages, Franschhoek (Frenchhoek), Cape Colony, South Africa, originally settled by French Huguenot refugees in 1688. Date: circa 1908

Huguenot Iron Smelting Furnace, Newtown Crommelin, Co. Antrim - a view of an early smelting furnace with derelict walls around it. (Location: Northern Ireland; County Antrim; Newtown-Crommelin)

Henry IV of France (1553-1610). Equestrian
Henry IV of France (1553-1610). King of Navarre as Henry III from 1572-1610 and King of France from 1589-1610. Equestrian portrait. Engraving. Colored

Henry IV of France (1553-1610). King of Navarre as Henry III from 1572-1610 and King of France from 1589-1610. Portrait. Engraving. Colored

Map of the French Department of Loiret - No. 45
Map of the French Department of Loiret - No.45, featuring inset illustrations depicting Sully sur Loire, ceramics from Gien, foodstuffs from Orleans and an inset portrait of Gaspard II de Coligny

Henry IV of France The Great (1553-1610). Engraving
Henry IV of France The Great (1553-1610). King of Navarre in 1562 (Henry III), king of France in 1589-1610 and head of the Huguenots (1569). Colored engraving

Gaspard Coligny - 7
GASPARD II DE COLIGNY French amiral de France, Huguenot leader, with the Cardinal de Chatillon on the left, D Andelot on the right. Date: 1519 - 1572

Gaspard Coligny - 6
GASPARD II DE COLIGNY French Huguenot leader, with his brothers Odet (on left) and Francois (right). Date: 1519 - 1572

Francois De LA Noue
FRANCOIS DE LA NOUE Protestant general, known as Le Bayard Huguenot for his bravery, and Bras de Fer for the artifical left arm replacing one lost in battle. Date: 1531 - 1591

Louis Bourbon / Conde
LOUIS I de BOURBON 1st Prince de CONDE French Huguenot leader of the Protestants Date: 1530 - 1569

Prince Conde (Dupre)
LOUIS I de BOURBON 1st Prince de CONDE French Huguenot leader of the Protestants Date: 1530 - 1569

Henry IV of France The Great (1553-1610). King of Navarre in 1562 (Henry III), king of France in 1589-1610 and head of the Huguenots (1569). Colored engraving

Prenez des pilules, prenez des pilules - Dr
XJF867847 Prenez des pilules, prenez des pilules - Dr. Misabin, print made by Arthur Pond after Antione Watteau, 1739 (etching) by English School

Siege of Ile de Re with the representation of the Royal army, 1622 (engraving)
XIR661424 Siege of Ile de Re with the representation of the Royal army, 1622 (engraving) by French School, (17th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; Giraudon; French, out of copyright

Naval battle of Saint-Martin-de-Re on 27th October 1622, Ile de Re (engraving)
XIR661423 Naval battle of Saint-Martin-de-Re on 27th October 1622, Ile de Re (engraving) by French School, (17th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Entry of Henri IV into Paris, 22nd March 1594 (painted in 1817)
BAL57959 Entry of Henri IV into Paris, 22nd March 1594 (painted in 1817) by Gerard, Francois Pascal Simon, Baron (1770-1837); Rafael Valls Gallery, London

Allegorical picture of Excesses said to have been committed by the Huguenots, from Military
KW478269 Allegorical picture of Excesses said to have been committed by the Huguenots, from Military and Religious Life in the Middle Ages by Paul Lacroix

Portrait of Colonel David La Touche of Marcey with the Amphitheatre of Taormina
BAL45650 Portrait of Colonel David La Touche of Marcey with the Amphitheatre of Taormina and Etna Behind by Tonelli, Anna Nistri (fl.1794-97); Rafael Valls Gallery, London, UK; Italian

Guillaume de Salluste du Bartas (engraving)
XJF400629 Guillaume de Salluste du Bartas (engraving) by de Larmessin (family of engravers) (1600-1799); Private Collection; (add.info.: William of Sallust)

House of Sir Isaac Newton at 35 St Martins Street, Leicester Square, London
XJF344077 House of Sir Isaac Newton at 35 St Martins Street, Leicester Square, London, 1850 (w/c) by Archer, John Wykeham (1808-64); Private Collection; (add.info)

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"Huguenots: A Tapestry of History and Resilience" Step into the world of the Huguenots, a group whose story is woven with threads of art, religion, and perseverance. From William Hogarth's iconic "Four Times of the Day" series, we find ourselves immersed in "Noon, " where bustling streets come alive with life and activity. In this vibrant scene, hidden within Spitalfields' humble abode, lies the home of a skilled weaver. Here, intricate patterns are meticulously crafted by Huguenot hands - a testament to their craftsmanship and contribution to London's textile industry. But beyond these artistic endeavors lies a deeper history. The Huguenots were French Protestants who endured religious wars during 1562-1598. Their resilience shines through as they faced sieges like that of Poitiers in 1569 or Cardinal Richelieu at La Rochelle in 1628. Across time and space, artists captured glimpses into their lives. Philippe Mercier's painting "A Girl Knitting" showcases domestic tranquility amidst turmoil – an ode to the quiet strength found within Huguenot households. Hogarth returns once more with his masterpiece "Noon, " depicting scenes from everyday life interwoven with historical events such as those involving the Huguenots. This artwork serves as a reminder that even amidst chaos, life continues its rhythm. Cardinal Richelieu at La Rochelle makes another appearance but this time through an early 20th-century portrayal – bridging past and present while honoring his role during turbulent times for the Huguenots. The influence of Martin Luther cannot be overlooked either; he introduced German Protestant hymns which resonated deeply among his followers including Jan Uytenbogaert portrayed in a captivating etching from 1635. Another engraving depicts Luther defiantly refusing indulgences while Johann Tetzel, a symbol of corruption, burns Luther's writings.