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Tourelle Collection

"Tourelle: A Journey Through Time and Architecture" Step into the world of tourelles, as we explore the rich history and diverse forms of these architectural features

Background imageTourelle Collection: Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Tourelle; Turrent; Thurmchen (engraving)

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Tourelle; Turrent; Thurmchen (engraving)
7197783 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Tourelle; Turrent; Thurmchen (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tourelle; Turrent; Thurmchen)

Background imageTourelle Collection: Ms Fr 6465 f. 25 Sharing the kingdom of Clotaire I between his four sons

Ms Fr 6465 f. 25 Sharing the kingdom of Clotaire I between his four sons
XIR21196 Ms Fr 6465 f.25 Sharing the kingdom of Clotaire I between his four sons. Assassination of Sigebert I by Fouquet, Jean (c.1420-80); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Background imageTourelle Collection: Chapelle de la tourelle de l eglise Saint-Benoist (engraving)

Chapelle de la tourelle de l eglise Saint-Benoist (engraving)
963386 Chapelle de la tourelle de l eglise Saint-Benoist (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chapelle de la tourelle de l eglise Saint-Benoist)

Background imageTourelle Collection: Montigny-le-Gannelon, Chateau, Tourelle d escalier (colour photo)

Montigny-le-Gannelon, Chateau, Tourelle d escalier (colour photo)
2803689 Montigny-le-Gannelon, Chateau, Tourelle d escalier (colour photo) by French Photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Montigny-le-Gannelon, Chateau)

Background imageTourelle Collection: Vesoul, Tourelle de la rue des Boucheries (colour photo)

Vesoul, Tourelle de la rue des Boucheries (colour photo)
2803889 Vesoul, Tourelle de la rue des Boucheries (colour photo) by French Photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Vesoul, Tourelle de la rue des Boucheries)

Background imageTourelle Collection: Rue Vieille-du-Temple, Paris, 1858-78 (b / w photo)

Rue Vieille-du-Temple, Paris, 1858-78 (b / w photo)
XIR196785 Rue Vieille-du-Temple, Paris, 1858-78 (b/w photo) by Marville, Charles (1816-79); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris

Background imageTourelle Collection: Krupp, Une tourelle cuirassee double en etat d achevement (b / w photo)

Krupp, Une tourelle cuirassee double en etat d achevement (b / w photo)
6006480 Krupp, Une tourelle cuirassee double en etat d achevement (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Krupp)

Background imageTourelle Collection: Roffiac, Eglise et Tourelle de l ancien Chateau, Ensembles O (colour photo)

Roffiac, Eglise et Tourelle de l ancien Chateau, Ensembles O (colour photo)
2804205 Roffiac, Eglise et Tourelle de l ancien Chateau, Ensembles O (colour photo) by French Photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Roffiac)

Background imageTourelle Collection: Tourelle de l angle de la rue du Coq-Saint-Jean et de la rue de la Tixeranderie (engraving)

Tourelle de l angle de la rue du Coq-Saint-Jean et de la rue de la Tixeranderie (engraving)
962897 Tourelle de l angle de la rue du Coq-Saint-Jean et de la rue de la Tixeranderie (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageTourelle Collection: Tourelle de la place de Greve pres de la rue du Mouton (engraving)

Tourelle de la place de Greve pres de la rue du Mouton (engraving)
962894 Tourelle de la place de Greve pres de la rue du Mouton (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tourelle de la place de Greve pres de la rue du Mouton)

Background imageTourelle Collection: Palais des Papes, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Avignon, Vaucluse, France, Europe

Palais des Papes, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Avignon, Vaucluse, France, Europe

Background imageTourelle Collection: Etchings Paris Tourelle rue de l Ecole de Medicine

Etchings Paris Tourelle rue de l Ecole de Medicine
Etchings of Paris: Tourelle, rue de l Ecole de Medicine, 1861. Charles Meryon (French, 1821-1868). Etching

Background imageTourelle Collection: Charles Meryon, French (1821-1868), Tourelle, Rue de l Aa'cole de Ma decine, 22

Charles Meryon, French (1821-1868), Tourelle, Rue de l Aa'cole de Ma decine, 22
Charles Meryon, French (1821-1868), Tourelle, Rue de l Aa'cole de Ma© decine, 22, Paris, 1861, etching



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"Tourelle: A Journey Through Time and Architecture" Step into the world of tourelles, as we explore the rich history and diverse forms of these architectural features. From medieval castles to urban streetscapes, tourelles have left their mark on various landscapes across Europe. In Le Vocabulaire Illustre, we encounter different terms associated with tourelles such as "turrent" and "Thurmchen, " highlighting their significance in architectural vocabulary. These engravings provide a glimpse into the intricate details that make each tourelle unique. One engraving from Ms Fr 6465 f. 25 showcases Clotaire I sharing his kingdom among his four sons, emphasizing how tourelles were not only decorative but also served practical purposes within fortifications. The Chapelle de la Tourelle de l'eglise Saint-Benoist engraving takes us to Montigny-le-Gannelon's Chateau, where a stunning turret staircase stands tall. Its vibrant colors captivate our attention in the accompanying color photo. Moving on to Vesoul, we discover another charming example of a tourelle on Rue des Boucheries through an enchanting color photo. The juxtaposition between old-world charm and modern surroundings is truly captivating. A black-and-white photo transports us back to 1858-78 Paris on Rue Vieille-du-Temple, showcasing how these timeless structures have stood the test of time amidst changing cityscapes. Krupp's double-armored turret nearing completion in another black-and-white photo demonstrates how technology has influenced the evolution of these architectural elements over time. Roffiac's Eglise et Tourelle de l'ancien Chateau presents a picturesque scene with its colorful ensemble against a backdrop of natural beauty—a testament to France's rich cultural heritage preserved through architecture.