Barouche Collection

Marie Antoinette's four-wheel barouche carriage for a promenade, 1885 (lithograph)
5893619 Marie Antoinette's four-wheel barouche carriage for a promenade, 1885 (lithograph); (add.info.: Marie Antoinette's four-wheel barouche carriage for a promenade)

An engraving depicting an under-sprung step-piece 'Barouche' by Hallmarke & Alembert, 19th century
5311397 An engraving depicting an under-sprung step-piece 'Barouche' by Hallmarke & Alembert, 19th century; (add.info.: Date: 1851); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Horse drawn carriage used in The Wizard of Oz, The Barouche
1073468 Horse drawn carriage used in The Wizard of Oz, The Barouche, Civil War Era (wood, leather, metal & upholstery) by American School

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Caleche; Barouche; Kalesche (engraving)
7195128 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Caleche; Barouche; Kalesche (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Caleche; Barouche; Kalesche)

The Church of La Madeleine, Paris, stereoscopic view, c. 1860-70 (b / w photo)
CHT163014 The Church of La Madeleine, Paris, stereoscopic view, c.1860-70 (b/w photo) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright

The Awaiting Carriage, 1865 (oil on canvas)
OJ94870 The Awaiting Carriage, 1865 (oil on canvas) by Nakken, Willem Carel (1835-1926); 49.5x80 cm; Private Collection; eAckermann Johnson; Dutch, out of copyright

Carriages for the Princess Royal of Wurtemberg (engraving)
1617253 Carriages for the Princess Royal of Wurtemberg (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Carriages for the Princess Royal of Wurtemberg)

A Barouche with Ackermans Patent Moveable Axles (coloured engraving)
602352 A Barouche with Ackermans Patent Moveable Axles (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Underspring Step-Piece Barouche, by Hallmarke and Aldebert, Long-Acre

Carriages and riders at Hyde Park, illustration from Londres by Louis Enault
XIR287765 Carriages and riders at Hyde Park, illustration from Londres by Louis Enault (1824-1900) 1876, engraved by Paul Jonnard-Pacel (d.1902) Paris, Hachette (engraving) (b/w photo) by Dore

Underspring Step-piece Barouche, By Hallmarke And Aldebert, Long-acre

Salutation Hotel, Haverfordwest, South Wales
View of Salutation Square in Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire, Dyfed, South Wales. The Salutation Hotel can be seen on the right

Barouche 1825
The barouche has four wheels, and a half-head which can be lowered; it has space for two couples to sit facing each other

Birmingham Railway 1837
BIRMINGHAM RAILWAY: classes of train - each would have had its own engine. First: has a gentlemens barouche! Second: Royal Mail & passengers. Third: Goods & livestock

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The barouche, a carriage of elegance and allure, has long been associated with the distinguished young women of easy virtue. In Octave Uzanne's illustration from La Femme a Paris, we catch a glimpse of these captivating ladies as they ride through the streets in their luxurious barouches. The vibrant colors bring to life the excitement and glamour that surrounded these women. Le Vocabulaire Illustre provides us with an engraving showcasing different types of carriages, including the caleche and kalesche. Among them stands the regal barouche, its grandeur evident in every detail. This image transports us back to a time when horse-drawn carriages were not only modes of transportation but also symbols of status and refinement. A stereoscopic view captures The Church of La Madeleine in Paris during the 1860s or 1870s. Amidst this architectural marvel stands a barouche, waiting patiently for its occupants to emerge from within, and is reminiscent of an era when attending religious services was accompanied by arriving in style. In "The Awaiting Carriage, " painted on canvas in 1865, we witness another moment frozen in time. The anticipation is palpable as individuals gather around a magnificent barouche adorned with intricate details and lavish upholstery. This painting evokes nostalgia for days gone by when such carriages were commonplace sights on bustling city streets. Carriages fit for royalty are depicted in engravings showcasing those used by Princess Royal Wurtemberg. These exquisite vehicles exude opulence and sophistication befitting their esteemed passengers' stature. "The Wizard of Oz" brings forth images not only magical but also nostalgic—a horse-drawn carriage known as The Barouche takes center stage amidst Dorothy's adventures along the yellow brick road. This iconic film reminds us that even fictional worlds recognize the timeless charm and allure surrounding this classic mode of transportation.