Lacroix Collection (#6)

Bourgeoise woman of Saumur, France, reign of Henri III. Handcoloured lithograph after a portrait in Roger de Gaignieres gallery portfolio IX 135

Young lady of quality, demoiselle de qualite, 1586. Handcoloured lithograph after a portrait in Roger de Gaignieres gallery portfolio IX 128

Young lady of quality at a masked ball, demoiselle de qualite, France, 1586. She holds a mask in her right hand and a cantenance (muff) in her left. A mirror and fan hang from her belt

Lady of the court, reign of King Henri III of France. Handcoloured lithograph after a portrait in Roger de Gaignieres gallery portfolio IX 117

Member of the kings Swiss Guard, Garde-Suisse de Roi, 1586
Member of the kings Swiss Guard, Garde-Suisse de Roi, King Henri III of France, 1586. Handcoloured lithograph after a portrait in Roger de Gaignieres gallery portfolio IX 152 from Le Bibliophile

French musketeer, 1586
Musketeer, 1586, reign of King Henri III of France. Drawn and lithographed by Alexandre Massard after a portrait in Roger de Gaignieres gallery portfolio IX 154 from Le Bibliophile Jacob aka Paul

Garde de la Prevote de Paris (Guard of the Provosty of Paris), 1586. Drawn and lithographed by Alexandre Massard after a portrait in Roger de Gaignieres gallery portfolio IX 150 from Le Bibliophile

Beadle of the University of Paris, 16th century
Beadle of the University of Paris, Bedeau de l universite de Paris, reign of King Henri III of France. Drawn and lithographed by Alexandre Massard after a portrait in Roger de Gaignieres gallery

Francois de Fougerolles, doctor and physician of Montpellier, reign of King Henri III of France. Drawn and lithographed by Alexandre Massard after a portrait in Roger de Gaignieres gallery portfolio

Councillor to the Parlement de Paris, reign of King Henri III of France. Handcoloured lithograph after a portrait in Roger de Gaignieres gallery portfolio IX 101

Achille de Harlay, Premier President au Parlement de Paris
Achille de Harlay, Premier President, Parlement de Paris, reign of King Henri III of France. Handcoloured lithograph after a portrait in Roger de Gaignieres gallery portfolio IX 99 from Le

Gentleman, reign of King Henri III of France. Handcoloured lithograph after a portrait in Roger de Gaignieres gallery portfolio IX 83

Lord at the court of King Henry III of France
Lord at the court of King Henri III of France. Handcoloured lithograph after a portrait in Roger de Gaignieres gallery portfolio IX 72 from Le Bibliophile Jacob aka Paul Lacroixs Costumes Historiques

Marguerite de Lorraine (1564-1625). Marguerite
Marguerite de Lorraine (1564-1625), sister of the queen consort Louise of Lorraine. Illustration by Sorel after a portrait in Roger de Gaignieres gallery portfolio IX 62 from Le Bibliophile Jacob aka

Anne de Batarnay de Joyeuse, Duke of Joyeuse, mignon and admiral in the reign of King Henri III of France. Handcoloured lithograph after a portrait in Roger de Gaignieres gallery portfolio IX 60

Jacques of Savoy, 2nd Duke of Nemours. Jacques de Savoie, Duc de Nemours, reign of King Henri III of France. Illustration by Dunand

Saint Aloysius de Gonzaga, Louis de Gonzague, Prince de Mantoue, Duc de Nevers, reign of King Henri III of France. He wears the costume of the chivalric Order of the Holy Spirit chevaliers du

Philippe Hurault, Comte de Cheverny, politician 1528-1599. Illustration by Dunand, lithograph by Breton after a portrait in Roger de Gaignieres gallery portfolio IX 50 from Le Bibliophile Jacob aka

Francis, Duke of Anjou and Alencon. Francois de France, Duc d Alencon, d Anjou et de Brabant, son of Henri III and Catherine de Medici, reign of King Henri III of France

Louise de Lorraine, Queen of France, wife of King Henri III of France. Illustration by Dunand, lithograph by Breton after a portrait in Roger de Gaignieres gallery portfolio IX 52 from Le Bibliophile

King Henri III of France. Illustration by Dunand, lithograph by Breton after a portrait in Roger de Gaignieres gallery portfolio IX 48 from Le Bibliophile Jacob aka Paul Lacroixs Costumes Historiques

Costume of a French bourgeoise woman, 16th century
Bourgeoise woman, reign of King Charles IX of France. Handcoloured lithograph after a portrait in Roger de Gaignieres gallery portfolio IX 37

Catherine des Roches, daughter of Madeleine Neveu, writer, reign of King Charles IX of France. Handcoloured lithograph after a portrait in Roger de Gaignieres gallery portfolio IX 44 from Le

Hubert Languet, French diplomat, reign of King Charles IX of France. Handcoloured lithograph after a portrait in Roger de Gaignieres gallery portfolio IX 47 from Le Bibliophile Jacob aka Paul

Marie Touchet, mistress to King Charles IX of France. Handcoloured lithograph by Dumand after a portrait in Roger de Gaignieres gallery portfolio IX 46 from Le Bibliophile Jacob aka Paul Lacroixs

Francis, Duke of Guise, Francois de Lorraine, Duc de Guise, reign of King Charles IX of France. Handcoloured lithograph after a portrait in Roger de Gaignieres gallery portfolio IX 24 from Le

Michel de l Hopital, Chancellor of France
Michel de l Hopital, statesman, Chancellor of France, Chancelier de France, reign of King Charles IX of France. Handcoloured lithograph after a portrait in Roger de Gaignieres gallery portfolio IX 28

Jeanne d Albret, Jeanne II, Queen of Navarre
Jeanne d Albret, Jeanne II, queen of Navarre, reign of King Charles IX of France. Handcoloured lithograph after a portrait in Roger de Gaignieres gallery portfolio IX 17 from Le Bibliophile Jacob aka

Antoine de Bourbon, King of Navarre, reign of King Charles IX of France. Handcoloured lithograph after a portrait in Roger de Gaignieres gallery portfolio IX 16 from Le Bibliophile Jacob aka Paul

Eleanor of Austria, Queen of France, wife of King Charles IX. Handcoloured lithograph after a portrait in Roger de Gaignieres gallery portfolio IX 12 from Le Bibliophile Jacob aka Paul Lacroixs

King Charles IX of France in ceremonial robes. Handcoloured lithograph after a portrait in Roger de Gaignieres gallery (portfolio IX 7 bis)

King Charles IX of France. Handcoloured lithograph after a portrait in Roger de Gaignieres gallery portfolio IX 9 from Le Bibliophile Jacob aka Paul Lacroixs Costumes Historiques de la France

Jean du Barry, Lord of Renaud, Seigneur de la Renaudie, d. 1560. Aka Godefroi de Barri. Member of the Amboise conspiracy. Handcoloured lithograph after a portrait in Bernard de Montfaucons collection

Mary Queen of Scots, Marie Stuart, queen of France and Scotland. Illustration drawn and lithographed by Madame Calon after a portrait in Roger de Gaignieres gallery portfolio IX 4 from Le Bibliophile

King Francis II of France. Illustration drawn and lithographed by L. Massard after a portrait in Roger de Gaignieres gallery portfolio IX 2 from Le Bibliophile Jacob aka Paul Lacroixs Costumes

King Francis II of France, as a young prince
King Francis II of France, Francois II, as a young prince. Handcoloured lithograph drawn by Leopold Massard after a portrait in Roger de Gaignieres gallery portfolio IX 1 from Le Bibliophile Jacob

King Francis II of France when dauphin
King Francis II of France, Francois II, as a young prince. Handcoloured lithograph after a portrait in Roger de Gaignieres gallery portfolio from Le Bibliophile Jacob aka Paul Lacroixs Costumes

Claude de Lorraine, Duke of Guise
Claude de Lorraine, premier duc de Guise. Illustration drawn and lithographed by Leopold Massard after a portrait in Roger de Gaignieres gallery portfolio VIII 102 from Le Bibliophile Jacob aka Paul

Henri d Albert, King of Navarre
King Henry II of Navarre. Henri d Albert, King of Navarre 1505-1555, reign of King Henri II of France. He holds a daisy or marguerite

Elisabeth de France, daughter of King Henri II
Elisabeth de France (1545-1568), daughter of King Henri II. Handcoloured lithograph by Leopold Massard after a portrait in Roger de Gaignieres gallery (portfolio VIII)

Catherine de Medici, queen of France, reign of King Henri II of France. Handcoloured lithograph by Leopold Massard after a portrait in Roger de Gaignieres cabinet (portfolio VIII 95)

King Henry II of France in the costume of the Order of St. Michel. Henri II, roi de France. Illustration drawn and lithographed by Leopold Massard from a miniature in Roger de Gaignieres gallery

King Henry II of France. Illustration drawn and lithographed by Leopold Massard from a portrait in Roger de Gaignieres gallery (portfolio VIII 91)

Worker with large axe, artisan, merchant and woman of Paris. Costumes of the people of Paris, reign of King Francis I of France

Fashions of bourgeois men of Paris, reign of King Francis I of France. Handcoloured lithograph after a miniature in a manuscript in the Bibliotheque Nationale (Nicolas Xavier Willemin II 191)

Alderman of Paris, Echevin de Paris, reign of King Francis I. The livery features the coat of arms of Paris on the sleeve

Provost of Merchants of Paris, Prevot des Marchands, reign of King Francis I. Handcoloured lithograph by Leopold Massard after a contemporary woodcut from Le Bibliophile Jacob aka Paul Lacroixs

Garde du Corps du Roi, Compagnie Francaise. Royal bodyguard, French company to King Francis I. Handcoloured lithograph by Leopold Massard after a miniature in Roger de Gaignieres portfolio VIII 78

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"Lacroix: A Journey Through French History and Royalty" Step into the world of Lacroix, where the grandeur of King Francis I of France comes to life. Known as Francois I, roi, he left an indelible mark on history with his patronage of arts and architecture. Marvel at the intricate enamel effigy of Geoffrey V on his tomb at Le Mans Cathedral, beautifully captured by artist Lemercier in 1849. The attention to detail transports you back in time, allowing you to appreciate the craftsmanship of that era. King William's seal from 1870 offers a glimpse into the regal elegance that defined his reign. The symbolism embedded within this seal speaks volumes about power and authority during those times. Not all stories revolve around kings; servant girls, chambermaids, and peasants played crucial roles in shaping society during the late 16th century. Their hard work often went unnoticed but was essential for maintaining daily life. Marguerite de Chalons, comtesse de Tonnerre d. 1463 epitomizes grace and poise through her portrait. Her beauty is timeless as it transcends centuries and captivates our imagination even today. The uniform worn by members of the Kings Bodyguard - Garde-du-corps showcases their loyalty towards protecting royalty. Each stitch represents their dedication to safeguarding their king against any threat or danger. Antoine Quentin Fouquier de Tinville's name may not be widely known today but during his lifetime (1746-1795), he held immense power as a public prosecutor during the French Revolution. His actions have left an everlasting impact on history. Madame de Montespan's allure as King Louis XIV's mistress continues to fascinate us even after centuries have passed. Her influence over one of France's most powerful monarchs remains a topic of intrigue and speculation among historians. Les Mignons were flamboyant courtiers at the court of King Henry III of France.