Lhotel De Nesle Collection

Palais abbatial, etat actuel (engraving)
963105 Palais abbatial, etat actuel (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Palais abbatial, etat actuel)

Vue du quai et de l hotel de Conti, d apres La Belle, 1640 (engraving)
963096 Vue du quai et de l hotel de Conti, d apres La Belle, 1640 (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Vue du quai et de l hotel de Conti, d apres La Belle)

Grand escalier de la bibliotheque Mazarine (engraving)
963095 Grand escalier de la bibliotheque Mazarine (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Grand escalier de la bibliotheque Mazarine)

Pierre tombale de la reine Fredegonde (engraving)
963111 Pierre tombale de la reine Fredegonde (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pierre tombale de la reine Fredegonde)

Le bourg Saint-Germain, fac-simile du plan de Gomboust, 1652 (engraving)
963108 Le bourg Saint-Germain, fac-simile du plan de Gomboust, 1652 (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Le bourg Saint-Germain)

Rue de l Egout, 1840 (engraving)
963103 Rue de l Egout, 1840 (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rue de l Egout, 1840. Illustration for Paris A Travers Les Ages (Firmin-Didot, 1875)

Ancien grand portail de l eglise Saint-Germain des Pres, d apres un dessin reproduit par M Albert Lenoir (engraving)
963107 Ancien grand portail de l eglise Saint-Germain des Pres, d apres un dessin reproduit par M Albert Lenoir (engraving) by French School

Abbaye de Saint-Germain des Pres vers 1630, d apres un dessin du temps, conserve a la Bibliotheque nationale (engraving)
963086 Abbaye de Saint-Germain des Pres vers 1630, d apres un dessin du temps, conserve a la Bibliotheque nationale (engraving) by French School

Prison de l Abbaye, 1702, d apres Manesson Mallet, Demolie en 1854 (engraving)
963083 Prison de l Abbaye, 1702, d apres Manesson Mallet, Demolie en 1854 (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Prison de l Abbaye, 1702)

Childebert, fondateur de l abbaye de Saint-Germain des Pres, Statue provenant de l Abbaye et conservee au Musee du
963113 Childebert, fondateur de l abbaye de Saint-Germain des Pres, Statue provenant de l Abbaye et conservee au Musee du Louvre (engraving) by French School

Autel de la Vierge a Saint-Germain des Pres, 1840 (engraving)
963109 Autel de la Vierge a Saint-Germain des Pres, 1840 (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Autel de la Vierge a Saint-Germain des Pres, 1840)

Le faubourg Saint-Germain en 1615, fac-simile du plan de Mathieu Merian (engraving)
963091 Le faubourg Saint-Germain en 1615, fac-simile du plan de Mathieu Merian (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Le faubourg Saint-Germain en 1615)

Tombeau de Mazarin, dans la chapelle du college (engraving)
963090 Tombeau de Mazarin, dans la chapelle du college (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tombeau de Mazarin, dans la chapelle du college)

Place Saint-Germain des Pres, 1850 (engraving)
963082 Place Saint-Germain des Pres, 1850 (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Place Saint-Germain des Pres, 1850)

Vue de l hotel de Nesle, du Pre aux Clercs et de Saint-Germain des Pres, au XIVe siecle (engraving)
963077 Vue de l hotel de Nesle, du Pre aux Clercs et de Saint-Germain des Pres, au XIVe siecle (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Vue de l hotel de Nesle)

Facade occidentale de l eglise, restituee par M A Lenoir (engraving)
963116 Facade occidentale de l eglise, restituee par M A Lenoir (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Facade occidentale de l eglise, restituee par M A Lenoir)

Interieur de l eglise Saint-Germain des Pres, chapelles entourant le choeur (engraving)
963114 Interieur de l eglise Saint-Germain des Pres, chapelles entourant le choeur (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Bibliotheque Mazarine (engraving)
963104 Bibliotheque Mazarine (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bibliotheque Mazarine. Illustration for Paris A Travers Les Ages (Firmin-Didot, 1875)

Petit hotel de Conti, actuellement enclave dans les batiments de l hotel des Monnaies (engraving)
963097 Petit hotel de Conti, actuellement enclave dans les batiments de l hotel des Monnaies (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Petit hotel de Conti)

Vue de la tour et de la porte de Nesle en 1650, d apres Israel Silvestre (engraving)
963079 Vue de la tour et de la porte de Nesle en 1650, d apres Israel Silvestre (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Porte et tour de Nesle, 1640, d apres Callot, Vue prise du Pont-Neuf (engraving)
963078 Porte et tour de Nesle, 1640, d apres Callot, Vue prise du Pont-Neuf (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Porte et tour de Nesle, 1640, d apres Callot)

Hotel de Nesle en 1550, Fac-simile du plan de O Truchet (engraving)
963076 Hotel de Nesle en 1550, Fac-simile du plan de O Truchet (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hotel de Nesle en 1550, Fac-simile du plan de O Truchet)

Demolition du refectoire et du chapitre de l abbaye de Saint-Germain des Pres, en 1797, d apres une gouache de Demachy
963110 Demolition du refectoire et du chapitre de l abbaye de Saint-Germain des Pres, en 1797, d apres une gouache de Demachy, communiquee par M Bonnardot (engraving) by French School

Ancien manege construit par Molinos et Legrand en 1810, rue Sainte-Marguerite
963106 Ancien manege construit par Molinos et Legrand en 1810, rue Sainte-Marguerite, occupe ensuite par un magasin de porcelaine et demoli en 1876 (engraving) by French School

Hotel des Monnaies, 1810 (engraving)
963102 Hotel des Monnaies, 1810 (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hotel des Monnaies, 1810. Illustration for Paris A Travers Les Ages (Firmin-Didot, 1875)

Grande salle de l hotel des Monnaies (engraving)
963100 Grande salle de l hotel des Monnaies (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Grande salle de l hotel des Monnaies)

Costume d abbe de Saint-Germain des Pres (engraving)
963115 Costume d abbe de Saint-Germain des Pres (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Costume d abbe de Saint-Germain des Pres)

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"L'Hôtel de Nesle: A Glimpse into the Rich History of Saint-Germain-des-Prés" Step back in time and explore the captivating history of L'Hôtel de Nesle, nestled in the heart of Saint-Germain-des-Prés. This magnificent palace, also known as Palais Abbatial, has witnessed centuries of grandeur and transformation. Through enchanting engravings, we catch a glimpse of its current state - an architectural marvel that stands as a testament to its glorious past. The view from Quai and Hôtel de Conti, captured by La Belle in 1640, showcases the elegance and splendor that once graced these walls. As we ascend the Grand Escalier de la Bibliothèque Mazarine through another engraving, we are transported to a time when this staircase was frequented by scholars seeking knowledge within its hallowed halls, and is here where intellectual pursuits flourished amidst towering bookshelves. Delving deeper into history, we encounter an engraving depicting the tombstone of Queen Fredegonde. This poignant image reminds us of the significant figures who found their final resting place within these sacred grounds. Venturing outside L'Hôtel de Nesle's walls, we discover Rue de l'Égout in 1840 - a bustling street teeming with life and activity. It serves as a reminder that beyond its regal façade lies a vibrant neighborhood shaped by generations gone by. The ancient grand portal of Église Saint-Germain-des-Prés beckons us with yet another engraving. Its intricate details transport us to moments when worshippers sought solace within this holy sanctuary. Adjacent to it stands Abbaye de Saint-Germain-des-Prés circa 1630 - immortalized in an engraving preserved at Bibliothèque Nationale.