Rue De La Paix Collection

Riots in Paris (engraving)
1618204 Riots in Paris (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Riots in Paris. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 23 June 1849)

Rue de la Paix, c1829. Creator: Giuseppe Canella
Rue de la Paix, c1829

Workers leaving the Maison Paquin, c1900. Creator: Jean Beraud
Workers leaving the Maison Paquin, c1900

Boulevard des Capucines, at the end of rue de la Paix, 1834. Creator: Robert Stanley Colet
Boulevard des Capucines, at the end of rue de la Paix, 1834

Coquetry, Rue de la Paix (colour litho)
3634424 Coquetry, Rue de la Paix (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Coquetry, Rue de la Paix)

The Paris Fetes, Entry into Paris of the Army of Italy, Statue of Peace at the Entrance of the Rue de la Paix
1098151 The Paris Fetes, Entry into Paris of the Army of Italy, Statue of Peace at the Entrance of the Rue de la Paix (engraving) by English School

The Civil War in Paris, the Rue de la Paix and Place Vendome guarded by the Insurgents (engraving)
1104948 The Civil War in Paris, the Rue de la Paix and Place Vendome guarded by the Insurgents (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Civil War in Paris)

The New Paris Grand Opera House (engraving)
1053679 The New Paris Grand Opera House (engraving) by Deroy, Auguste Victor (d.1906); Private Collection; (add.info.: The New Paris Grand Opera House)

The Boer Generals on the Continent, Scenes in Paris and Berlin (litho)
1601164 The Boer Generals on the Continent, Scenes in Paris and Berlin (litho) by Sabattier, Louis Remy (1863-1935); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Boer Generals on the Continent)

La Rue de la Paix, (oil on canvas)
827382 La Rue de la Paix, (oil on canvas) by Beraud, Jean (1849-1935); 65.4x92.1 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: La Rue de la Paix. Jean Beraud (1849-1935). Oil on canvas

A Fitting Climax, Rue de la Paix (colour litho)
3634428 A Fitting Climax, Rue de la Paix (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Fitting Climax, Rue de la Paix)

Feast of St Catherine, patron saint of clothing workers (colour litho)
2779983 Feast of St Catherine, patron saint of clothing workers (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Feast of St Catherine)

In the Rue de la Paix (engraving)
5991172 In the Rue de la Paix (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: In the Rue de la Paix)

Rue de la Paix, Paris, 1907. Artist: Jean Beraud
Rue de la Paix, Paris, 1907. Private collection

The Sun King, Coat of Arms, from a balcony in the Place Vendome, Paris. Ornately decorated with an emblem of Louis XIV. The Sun King by Nancy Mitford, back cover

Sunset on Rue de la Paix, Paris, France, Europe

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"Rue de la Paix: A Tapestry of Parisian History and Charm" Step into the captivating world of Rue de la Paix, a street that has witnessed the ebbs and flows of Parisian life throughout the ages. From riots to coquetry, this iconic thoroughfare has been at the heart of it all. In an engraving depicting "Riots in Paris, " we catch a glimpse of the tumultuous past that once engulfed Rue de la Paix. Yet amidst chaos, there is beauty - as seen in "Coquetry, Rue de la Paix, " where elegance and charm dance through its cobblestone streets. The entry of the Army of Italy brings forth a momentous occasion captured in an engraving titled "The Paris Fetes. " At its entrance stands the Statue of Peace, symbolizing hope for harmony on this renowned boulevard. However, not all moments have been serene. Another engraving portrays "The Civil War in Paris, " with insurgents guarding both Rue de la Paix and Place Vendome. It serves as a reminder that even amidst conflict, this street remains resilient. Moving forward in time, we witness progress with engravings showcasing architectural marvels like "The New Paris Grand Opera House. " Its grandeur adds another layer to Rue de la Paix's allure. Beyond French borders, lithographs depict scenes from Berlin to highlight international significance. In one such piece titled "The Boer Generals on the Continent, " we see how even far away conflicts find their place within these storied streets. Artists have long found inspiration along Rue de la Paix's enchanting path. Jean Beraud's painting captures its essence perfectly - bustling with life yet exuding timeless beauty.