Louis Renard Collection

Portrait of James Stuart, King of England, in oval picture frame

Colourful illustration of a mermaid and a lobster
Plate 57 from Louis Renards Poissons, Ecrevisses et Crabes, Vol 2, 1754. This was the earliest known work on fish to be produced in colour

Colourful illustration of of two fish and a crustacean
Folio 42 from Louis Renards Poissons, Ecrevisses et Crabes, Vol 1, 1754. This was the earliest known work on fish to be produced in colour

Colourful illustration of four crabs and a lobster
Plate 51 from Louis Renards Poissons, Ecrevisses et Crabes, Vol 2, 1754. This was the earliest known work on fish to be produced in colour

Colourful illustration of seven fish
Plate 25 from Louis Renards Poissons, Ecrevisses et Crabes, Vol 2, 1754. This was the earliest known work on fish to be produced in colour

Colourful illustration of a fish and five crustaceans
Plate 52 from Louis Renards Poissons, Ecrevisses et Crabes, Vol 2, 1754. This was the earliest known work on fish to be produced in colour

Colourful illustration of two fish and a crab
Plate 39 from Louis Renards Poissons, Ecrevisses et Crabes, Vol 2, 1754. This was the earliest known work on fish to be produced in colour

Colourful illustration of five fish
Plate 22 from Louis Renards Poissons, Ecrevisses et Crabes, Vol 2, 1754. This was the earliest known work on fish to be produced in colour

Colourful illustration of four fish and an eel
Folio 8 from Louis Renards Poissons, Ecrevisses et Crabes, Vol 1, 1754. This was the earliest known work on fish to be produced in colour

Colourful illustration of two fish and a grasshopper
Plate 33 from Louis Renards Poissons, Ecrevisses et Crabes, Vol 2, 1754. This was the earliest known work on fish to be produced in colour

Colourful illustration of two crabs and a grasshopper
Plate 37 from Louis Renards Poissons, Ecrevisses et Crabes, Vol 2, 1754. This was the earliest known work on fish to be produced in colour

Colourful illustration of two fish and a stomatopod
Plate 28 from Louis Renards Poissons, Ecrevisses et Crabes, Vol 2, 1754. This was the earliest known work on fish to be produced in colour

Colourful illustration of Makaira nigricans, blue marlin and

Colourful illustration of two crustaceans
Folio 37 from Louis Renards Poissons, Ecrevisses et Crabes, Vol 1, 1754. This was the earliest known work on fish to be produced in colour

Colourful illustration of three fish and a crabs
Plate 50 from Louis Renards Poissons, Ecrevisses et Crabes, Vol 2, 1754. This was the earliest known work on fish to be produced in colour

Colourful illustration of three fish and a seahorse
Folio 11 from Louis Renards Poissons, Ecrevisses et Crabes, Vol 1, 1754. This was the earliest known work on fish to be produced in colour

Colourful illustration of two fish, a crab and a crayfish
Plate 47 from Louis Renards Poissons, Ecrevisses et Crabes, Vol 2, 1754. This was the earliest known work on fish to be produced in colour

Colourful illustration of an eel and a crustacean
Plate 45 from Louis Renards Poissons, Ecrevisses et Crabes, Vol 2, 1754. This was the earliest known work on fish to be produced in colour

Colourful illustration of five fish and a crustacean
Plate 26 from Louis Renards Poissons, Ecrevisses et Crabes, Vol 2, 1754. This was the earliest known work on fish to be produced in colour

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Louis Renard, a man of artistic intrigue and captivating imagination. His world was one filled with vibrant illustrations that brought life to the canvas. In his collection, a portrait of James Stuart, King of England, adorned an oval picture frame, capturing the regal essence of royalty. But it was not just portraits that fascinated Louis Renard; he delved into mythological tales as well. The print maker Jan Harmensz. Muller's work on the "Rape of a Sabine woman" caught his eye, showcasing both beauty and tragedy in its rear view depiction. Yet it was within the depths of the ocean where Louis found true inspiration. A kaleidoscope of colors danced across his illustrations - five fish swimming gracefully together, followed by six more in perfect harmony. Each stroke captured their elegance and grace. Amongst these aquatic wonders emerged a mermaid entwined with a lobster - an enchanting scene that merged fantasy with reality. And then there were eight fish painted meticulously side by side, creating a mesmerizing display for all who gazed upon them. In another masterpiece, three fish accompanied by a crustacean swam playfully amidst coral reefs while four others showcased their unique patterns and shapes. Three more fish followed suit in their own whimsical dance before two fish joined forces with an eel in an underwater ballet. Through these colorful illustrations, Louis Renard transported us to worlds unknown - where kings ruled from afar and mythical creatures roamed freely beneath the waves. His artistry captivated our senses and left us yearning for more glimpses into his imaginative realm.