Huguenot Collection (#9)

Claude Le Jeune (c. 1530-1600) 1598 (engraving) (b / w photo)
XIR224497 Claude Le Jeune (c.1530-1600) 1598 (engraving) (b/w photo) by French School, (16th century); Bibliotheque du Conservatoire de Musique, Paris

Camisards Meeting in the Desert, (engraving) (b / w photo)
XIR207723 Camisards Meeting in the Desert, (engraving) (b/w photo) by French School, (17th century); Bibliotheque de la Societe de l Histoire du Protestantisme Francais, Paris

Henri IV (1553-1610) King of France and Navarre, c. 1595 (oil on canvas)
XIR19110 Henri IV (1553-1610) King of France and Navarre, c.1595 (oil on canvas) by French School, (16th century); 115x99 cm; ChAteau de Versailles

The Unfortunate Calas Family, engraved by Delafosse, 1765 (engraving)
XIR1218222 The Unfortunate Calas Family, engraved by Delafosse, 1765 (engraving) by Carmontelle, Louis Carrogis (1717-1806) (after); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

The Lifting of the Siege of the Ile de Re, 8th November 1627 (oil on canvas) (detail)
XIR158116 The Lifting of the Siege of the Ile de Re, 8th November 1627 (oil on canvas) (detail) (see also 178976 and 182427) by French School, (17th century); ChAteau de Versailles

Henri IV, By the Grace of God, King of France and Navarre, first page from The
XIR156756 Henri IV, By the Grace of God, King of France and Navarre, first page from The Edict of Nantes, 1598 (see also 166021) (ink on paper) by French School

An Old Warrior of the Time of the Huguenots, 1870 (oil on canvas)
BAL153679 An Old Warrior of the Time of the Huguenots, 1870 (oil on canvas) by Huns, Karlis Fridikh (1830-77); 60.5x50 cm; Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow

The Siege of the Citadel of Saint-Martin-de-Re in 1627, 1628-31 (engraving) (b / w photo)
XIR149199 The Siege of the Citadel of Saint-Martin-de-Re in 1627, 1628-31 (engraving) (b/w photo) by Callot, Jacques (1592-1635); 150x170 cm; Hotel des Invalides, Paris

Louis XIII (1601-43) back from the siege of La Rochelle, congratulated by the Prevot des Marchands
XIR164573 Louis XIII (1601-43) back from the siege of La Rochelle, congratulated by the Prevot des Marchands (engraving) (b/w photo) by Bosse, Abraham (1602-76) (after); Bibliotheque Nationale

HUGUENOT CHURCH. Protestant Reformed Church (Huguenot) congregation at Charleston, South Carolina, founded in the late-17th century. Photographed in the 19th century

BATTLE OF DREUX, 1562. The second charge, led by Louis I, Prince of Conde, during the Battle of Dreux, 19 December 1562, between the Catholics and the Huguenots, during the French Wars of Religion

FRANCE: EDICT, 1562. The Edict of January 1562, drawn by Michel de L Hospital, which granted a large measure of toleration to the Huguenots

LONDON: FRENCH CHOIR, 1885. Choir of the French Church of the Savoy in London, England, consisting of girls of Huguenot descent from the Westminster School. Engraving, English, 1885

LONDON: FRENCH CHURCH. Old French Church in Wandsworth, London (now demolished). Engraving, English, 1885

CANTERBURY CATHEDRAL, 1885. French church in the crypt of Canterbury Cathedral. Engraving, English, 1885

HUGUENOTS IN DOVER, 1685. French Huguenots landing at Dover, England, after the revocation of the Edict of Nantes in 1685. Engraving, English, 1885

RICHELIEU AT LA ROCHELLE. Duc de Richelieu (1585-1642). Full name: Armand Jean du Plessis. French statesman and cardinal. Richelieu at the siege of the Huguenot stronghold of La Rochelle, France

HENRI DE MASSUE (1648-1720). 2nd Marquis de Ruvigny and Earl of Galway. French Huguenot soldier and diplomat. Engraving, English, 1885

PLAY: THE HUGUENOTS, 1858. Scene from the play, The Huguenots, performed at Her Majestys Theatre in London, England. Wood engraving, English, 1858

JEANNE D ALBRET (1528-1572). Queen regnant of Navarre, 1555-1572. After a 16th century engraving

LOUIS DE BOURBON (1530-1569). Prince of Conde. Engraving, c1730

JACQUES DE GASTIGNY (d. 1708). Founder of the French Protestant Hospital in England
JACQUES DE GASTIGNY (d.1708). Founder of the French Protestant Hospital in England. Engraving, English, 1885

FRANCOISE D ORLEANS (1549-1601). Wife of Louis de Bourbon and Princess of Conde. Engraving, c1730

GASPARD de COLIGNY (1519-1572). French admiral and Huguenot leader. Anonymous 16th century painting

THEODORE-AGRIPPA d AUBIGNE (1552-1630). French Huguenot commander and author. Oil, 1622, by Bartholomaus Sarburgh

FRENCH HOSPITAL: ELDERLY. Elderly women, descendants of French Huguenot refugees, at the French Protestant hospital at Victoria Park, London. Engraving, English, 1885

Spitalfields silk worker winding silk in her cottage, London, England, late 19th century. This enclave of the silk industry was founded by Huguenot refugees from France after Louis XIVs Revocation of

A Spitalfields silk weaver: This man could earn 70p in a good week, but by this date the industry had declined and work was hard to come by

Silk weaver at work in his cottage at Bethnal Green, London, England, late 19th century. The Spitalfields silk industry was founded by Huguenot refugees from France after Louis XIVs Revocation of

Spitalfields silk weavers, Warners workshops, Spitalfields, London, late 19th century. This enclave of the silk industry was founded by Huguenot refugees from France after Louis XIVs Revocation of

Spitalfields silk workers winding and reeling silk, London, England, late 19th century. This enclave of the silk industry was founded by Huguenot refugees from France after Louis XIVs Revocation of

French Religious Wars 1562-1598. Siege of Chartres. Huguenots besieged Chartres at the end of February 1568, breaching the north wall with artillery. Assault launched on 7 March unsuccessful

French Religious Wars 1562-1598 Battle of St Denis, 10 November 1567, between Huguenots under Louis, Prince de Conde (1530-1569) and the royal army under Anne de Montmorency (1493-1567)

French Religious Wars 1562-1968. The Peace of Amboise, 12 March 1563, which ended the first religious war, held on the Isle de Boeuf, Orleans. Catherine de Medici (1519-1589), A

Weaving silk fringe, Spitalfields, London, England. This man could earn 3d (1. 25
Weaving silk fringe, Spitalfields, London, England. This man could earn 3d (1.25 pence) per hour when work was available. The Spitalfields silk industry was begun by Huguenot refugees who left France

FRENCH PROTESTANT HOSPITAL, VICTORIA PARK. Some of the Octogenarian Inmates, Descendants of Huguenot Refugees

FRENCH HUGUENOT REFUGEES LANDING AT DOVER IN 1685. After the Revocation of the Edict of Nantes

CHOIR OF THE FRENCH CHURCH OF THE SAVOY, BLOOMSBURY. Consisting of Girls of Huguenot Descent from the Westminster School. UK

France. Wars of Religion. Henry IV fighting in

Lifting of the siege of the Island of Rh鬠 a Huguenot resistence centre situated in front of the city of La Rochelle, 8th November 1627. Work attributed to Jacques Callot. Date: 1627

NATIVE AMERICAN CEREMONY. Florida Native Americans consecrating the skin of a stag to the sun, while French soldiers (right) observe the ceremony

EDICT OF NANTES, 1685. King Louis XIV of France renouncing the Edict of Nantes, declaring Protestantism illegal in France, 1685. Line engraving, Dutch, 18th century

HUGUENOT PERSECUTION. The persecution of Huguenots in France before the Edict of Nantes, 1598: wood engraving, late 19th century

HUGUENOTS: PERSECUTION. The persecution of Huguenots in France, late 16th century. Wood engraving, late 19th century

PAULINE VIARDOT-GARCIA (1821-1910). French mezzo-soprano. Madame Viardot-Garcia and Senor Marini in the Opera of Les Huguenots at the Royal Italian Opera in London

HUGUENOT ASSEMBLY, 1685. A Protestant Pastor Addressing a Secret Assembly of Huguenots. Secret Huguenot worship in France, after the revocation of the Edict of Nantes in 1685. Engraving, 19th century

FLORIDA: FORT CAROLINE. Huguenot colonists at Fort Caroline, Florida building a ship to return them to France, 1562. Wood engraving, 19th century

RELIGIOUS FUGITIVES. Fugitives for conscience sake (Huguenots or Walloons) leaving the Flemish coast for America, early 17th century

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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.