Personnage Imaginaire Collection (#5)

Map of Paris. (Illustration, circa 1930)
5975932 Map of Paris. (Illustration, circa 1930) by Rossillon, Marius (O Galop) (1867-1946); Private Collection; (add.info.: Geography. France. Map of outings from Paris)

Michelin Bibendum. (Illustration, circa 1930)
5975934 Michelin Bibendum. (Illustration, circa 1930) by Rossillon, Marius (O Galop) (1867-1946); Private Collection; (add.info.: Transport. Automotive. Inflate your tires properly twice a month)

Chimere adorning the large porch of the courtyard of honor of the castle of Pierrefonds
YOU4419902 Chimere adorning the large porch of the courtyard of honor of the castle of Pierrefonds, Sculpture by Emmanuel Fremiet (1824-1910)

ABC OF BABAR (cover), 1939 (illustration)
7206789 ABC OF BABAR (cover), 1939 (illustration) by Brunhoff, Jean de (1899-1937); 22x16, 5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Blanket, ABC DE BABAR - Lid); Photo © Duvallon

ABC OF BABAR B, 1939 (illustration)
7206787 ABC OF BABAR B, 1939 (illustration) by Brunhoff, Jean de (1899-1937); 22x16, 5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: B: 38 words to find: bath, bathtub, brush, boat, nanny, earrings, brooch)

ABC of Babar IJ, 1939 (illustration)
7206795 ABC of Babar IJ, 1939 (illustration) by Brunhoff, Jean de (1899-1937); 22x16, 5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: I: 6 words to find: yews, indians, iris, invalid, island)

ABC OF BABAR G, 1939 (illustration)
7206793 ABC OF BABAR G, 1939 (illustration) by Brunhoff, Jean de (1899-1937); 22x16, 5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: G: 21 words to find: pomegranate, gaiters, grid, daisy, grass, geraniums)

Gepetto manufactures Pinocchio - in "Pinocchio", illustrated by Simone Baudoin, ed
LSE4105402 Gepetto manufactures Pinocchio - in " Pinocchio", illustrated by Simone Baudoin, ed. CastermanAttention: RIGHTS RESERVES by Rothier, F

ABC OF BABAR R, 1939 (illustration)
7206804 ABC OF BABAR R, 1939 (illustration) by Brunhoff, Jean de (1899-1937); 22x16, 5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A: 30 words to find: trailer, wheels, springs, ramp, curtains, grater, rake)

ABC OF BABAR Q, 1939 (illustration)
7206803 ABC OF BABAR Q, 1939 (illustration) by Brunhoff, Jean de (1899-1937); 22x16, 5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Q: 11 words to find: cue (do la), quest, quadriga, dock, quetsches

ABC OF BABAR (front page), 1939 (illustration)
7206802 ABC OF BABAR (front page), 1939 (illustration) by Brunhoff, Jean de (1899-1937); 22x16, 5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Title page, ABC OF BABAR - Page guard); Photo © Duvallon

ABC OF BABAR K, 1939 (illustration)
7206796 ABC OF BABAR K, 1939 (illustration) by Brunhoff, Jean de (1899-1937); 22x16, 5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: K: 8 words to find: kangaroos, kepis, kiosk, kimonos, kakatoes, kodack)

ABC OF BABAR F, 1939 (illustration)
7206792 ABC OF BABAR F, 1939 (illustration) by Brunhoff, Jean de (1899-1937); 22x16, 5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: F: 32 words to find: forest, farandole, flute, flowers, butterfly net)

Le tonneau - Lithography, from Theatre des marionnettes du jardin des Tuileries
LSE4088951 Le tonneau - Lithography, from Theatre des marionnettes du jardin des Tuileries, text and drawing by Louis Edmond Duranty (1833-1880), Paris, 1863 by Duranty

The Little Mermaid - illustration by Vilhelm Pedersen, Denmark, 1848
LSE4108194 The Little Mermaid - illustration by Vilhelm Pedersen, Denmark, 1848 by Pedersen, Vilhelm (1820-1859); Private Collection; (add.info)

ABC OF BABAR Z, 1939 (illustration)
7206809 ABC OF BABAR Z, 1939 (illustration) by Brunhoff, Jean de (1899-1937); 22x16, 5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Z: 3 words: zebra, zouave, zephir. ABC OF BABAR-Z); Photo © Duvallon

ABC OF BABAR U V, 1939 (illustration)
7206807 ABC OF BABAR U V, 1939 (illustration) by Brunhoff, Jean de (1899-1937); 22x16, 5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: U: 2 words to find: uniforms, factory; V: 20 words to find: greenery)

ABC OF BABAR D, 1939 (illustration)
7206790 ABC OF BABAR D, 1939 (illustration) by Brunhoff, Jean de (1899-1937); 22x16, 5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: D: 21 words to find: canopy, couch, lace, tiara, diamonds, the old lady)

ABC OF BABAR - A, 1939 (illustration)
7206786 ABC OF BABAR - A, 1939 (illustration) by Brunhoff, Jean de (1899-1937); 22x16, 5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A: 13 words to find: Alsatian, donkey, bow, Arthur, anchor, watering can)

La petite sirene - in "Tales d Andersen", ill. by H. Pecoud, ed. Laurens, c. 1930
LSE4108192 La petite sirene - in " Tales d Andersen", ill. by H. Pecoud, ed. Laurens, c. 1930 by Pecoud, Andre (1880-1951); Private Collection; (add.info)

Marine monster abducting a young woman (detail of 14299), "Allegorien", Martin Gerlach, c. 1900
LSE4093584 Marine monster abducting a young woman (detail of 14299), " Allegorien", Martin Gerlach, c. 1900. by Gerlach

ABC of Babar W X Y, 1939 (illustration)
7206808 ABC of Babar W X Y, 1939 (illustration) by Brunhoff, Jean de (1899-1937); 22x16, 5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: W X Y: 3 words: wagon, xylophone, yoyo)

ABC OF BABAR P, 1939 (illustration)
7206801 ABC OF BABAR P, 1939 (illustration) by Brunhoff, Jean de (1899-1937); 22x16, 5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: P: 44 words to find: rain, umbrellas, handle, pince-nez, overcoat, pocket)

ABC OF BABAR E, 1939 (illustration)
7206791 ABC OF BABAR E, 1939 (illustration) by Brunhoff, Jean de (1899-1937); 22x16, 5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: E: 28 words to find: elephants, scouts, banners, squirrel, snail, crayfish)

Pinocchio et ses rewards scolaires - in "Pinocchio", illustrated by Simonne Baudoin, ed
LSE4105401 Pinocchio et ses rewards scolaires - in " Pinocchio", illustrated by Simonne Baudoin, ed. CastermanAttention: RIGHTS RESERVES by Rothier, F

Le biniou et les korrigans, legende Breton. Decorative plaque by Alfred Beau (1829-1907)
LSE4335718 Le biniou et les korrigans, legende Breton. Decorative plaque by Alfred Beau (1829-1907). Terracotta varnished polychrome in relief, Porquier Beau, late 19th century

Pinocchio au long nez - in "Pinocchio", illustrated by Simonne Baudoin, ed
LSE4105399 Pinocchio au long nez - in " Pinocchio", illustrated by Simonne Baudoin, ed. CastermanAttention: RIGHTS RESERVES by Rothier, F

ABC OF BABAR T, 1939 (illustration)
7206806 ABC OF BABAR T, 1939 (illustration) by Brunhoff, Jean de (1899-1937); 22x16, 5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: T: 34 words to find: terrace, tea, teapot, proboscis, apron, cups, pie)

ABC OF BABAR L, 1939 (illustration)
7206797 ABC OF BABAR L, 1939 (illustration) by Brunhoff, Jean de (1899-1937); 22x16, 5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: L: 17 words to find: reading, glasses, books, tears, laces, lion, lilac)

The nightmare. Painting by Johann Henrich Fussli (Fuseli) (1741 - 1825), Swiss School
JLJ4577419 The nightmare. Painting by Johann Henrich Fussli (Fuseli) (1741 - 1825), Swiss School, 1782. Frankfurt, Goethe Museum - The Nightmare

The fox, the donkey and the animals (Le renard, le singe et les animaux
DUV4214526 The fox, the donkey and the animals (Le renard, le singe et les animaux) - Fables by La Fontaine, 19th century (engraving) by Grandville (Jean Ignace Isidore Gerard) (1803-47)

Le dragon a plusieurs tetes, et le dragon a plusieurs queues - Fables by La Fontaine
DUV4214204 Le dragon a plusieurs tetes, et le dragon a plusieurs queues - Fables by La Fontaine, 19th century (engraving) by Grandville (Jean Ignace Isidore Gerard) (1803-47)

Inferno, Canto 12 : Nessus (Nessos) and the centaurs, illustration from
GIA745721 Inferno, Canto 12 : Nessus (Nessos) and the centaurs, illustration from The Divine Comedy by Dante Alighieri, 1885 (digitally coloured engraving) by Dore

The spider and the swallow (L araignee et l hirondelle) - Fables by La Fontaine
DUV4215143 The spider and the swallow (L araignee et l hirondelle) - Fables by La Fontaine, 19th century (engraving) by Grandville (Jean Ignace Isidore Gerard) (1803-47)

Inferno, Canto 6 : Virgil feeds Cerberus (Cerbere) in the third circle
GIA745734 Inferno, Canto 6 : Virgil feeds Cerberus (Cerbere) in the third circle, illustration from The Divine Comedy by Dante Alighieri, 1885 (digitally coloured engraving) by Dore

Inferno, Canto 12 : The centaurs attack the souls in boiling blood
GIA745698 Inferno, Canto 12 : The centaurs attack the souls in boiling blood, illustration from The Divine Comedy by Dante Alighieri, 1885 (digitally coloured engraving) by Dore

Blason de la famille Greppi de Milan, casque d armure, fleurs de lys et dragon
GIA4801365 Blason de la famille Greppi de Milan, casque d armure, fleurs de lys et dragon. 18eme siecle Archive d etat de Milan by Italian School, (18th century); Archivio di Stato, Milan

Philomele & Progne - Fables by La Fontaine, 19th century (engraving)
DUV4214258 Philomele & Progne - Fables by La Fontaine, 19th century (engraving) by Grandville (Jean Ignace Isidore Gerard) (1803-47); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Shepard and the sea (Le berger et la mer) - Fables by La Fontaine
DUV4214317 The Shepard and the sea (Le berger et la mer) - Fables by La Fontaine, 19th century (engraving) by Grandville (Jean Ignace Isidore Gerard) (1803-47); Private Collection; (add.info)

The wishes (les souhaits) - Fables by La Fontaine, 19th century (engraving)
DUV4214769 The wishes (les souhaits) - Fables by La Fontaine, 19th century (engraving) by Grandville (Jean Ignace Isidore Gerard) (1803-47); Private Collection; (add.info)

Le Rire rouge, Satirique en N&B, 1918_7_6 : War of 14-18: law
ICA4847892 Le Rire rouge, Satirique en N&B, 1918_7_6 : War of 14-18: law, freedom - honor and morals... according to the Prussian conception

Bellerophon climbs on Pegase through his spear the chimere Painting by Pierre Paul
JLJ4593751 Bellerophon climbs on Pegase through his spear the chimere Painting by Pierre Paul (Pierre-Paul) Rubens (or Peter Paul or Petrus Paulus) (1577-1640), 17th century Sun

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In the enchanting world of imagination, where words come alive and illustrations tell stories, we find ourselves immersed in a tapestry of captivating characters. From the whimsical adventures of Babar to the chivalrous escapades of Don Quixote, these imaginary personas have left an indelible mark on our hearts. The ABC of Babar series from 1939 takes us on a journey through the alphabet with charming illustrations. Each letter reveals a new facet of this beloved elephant's life - O for his optimistic outlook, S for his stylish demeanor, M for his majestic presence, H for his heartfelt friendships, and C for his courageous spirit. Meanwhile, an advertisement from around 1916 introduces us to Don Quixote as he promotes Globeol - a fortifying elixir that fuels both body and mind. With lance in hand and windmills in sight, this legendary knight embodies bravery and determination. Moving back in time to 1819-1823, we encounter Francisco Goya's haunting masterpiece "Saturn Devouring His Son. " This mixed media mural transferred onto canvas depicts the mythical titan consuming one of his offspring. A chilling reminder that even within our imaginations lies darkness. Delving further into history brings us to Alphonse Lemerre's publication "Alphabet" from November 1875. The engravings within showcase various letters intertwined with intriguing imagery - R revealing monkeys frolicking alongside satyrs and snakes while S presents reindeer grazing amidst grapes and rakes. Shifting gears once more leads us to George Cruikshank's illustrations inspired by Harriet Beecher Stowe's iconic novel "Uncle Tom's Cabin. " Through Cruikshank's skilled handiwork, we witness scenes that evoke empathy and shed light on important social issues prevalent during their time. Lastly, we stumble upon Magna Graecia’s seashell-shaped silver cosmetic case from the 3rd century BC.