Corsaire Collection

The privateer Jean Bart (1650-1702) threatens an English privateer who made him prisoner by threatening to blow up
ELD4848854 The privateer Jean Bart (1650-1702) threatens an English privateer who made him prisoner by threatening to blow up the ship by setting fire to a powder keg (The corsair Jean Bart)

History. French Privateer Jean Bart. Imagery from the Parisian Department Store: Aux Quatre Arrondissements, France
3434252 History. French Privateer Jean Bart. Imagery from the Parisian Department Store: Aux Quatre Arrondissements, France, c.1900 (postcard); (add.info.: Coll. Part. History)

Reis of Barbary, Ottoman naval captain. Illustration From Francois Pouqueville (1770-1838), Travels through More
FLO4721813 Reis of Barbary, Ottoman naval captain. Illustration From Francois Pouqueville (1770-1838), Travels through More, Albania and several other parts of the Ottoman Empire, 1805

Geography map: A representation of the regions visited by British buccaneer William Dampier (1652-1715)
VEN5030160 Geography map: A representation of the regions visited by British buccaneer William Dampier (1652-1715) during his trip to Panama in Central America

History. The french corsair Rene Duguay Trouin. Imagery from the Parisian Department Store: Aux Quatre Arrondissements
3434271 History. The french corsair Rene Duguay Trouin. Imagery from the Parisian Department Store: Aux Quatre Arrondissements, France, c.1900; (add.info.: Coll. Part. History)

Letter Z: Zampa, in "Zampa or La fiancee de marble", opera (created in 1831) by Ferdinand Herold (1791-1833)
DUV4208637 Letter Z: Zampa, in "Zampa or La fiancee de marble", opera (created in 1831) by Ferdinand Herold (1791-1833). Men's Alphabet (Liebig) Serie S0369

Mary Read (d. 1720) from Histoire des Pirates by P. Christian, engraved by A. Catel, 1852 (coloured engraving)
CHT175097 Mary Read (d.1720) from Histoire des Pirates by P. Christian, engraved by A. Catel, 1852 (coloured engraving) by Debelle

Portrait of Jean Bart (1650-1702) holding a burning fuse in his mouth during a naval
CHT163213 Portrait of Jean Bart (1650-1702) holding a burning fuse in his mouth during a naval encounter (colour engraving) by French School, (18th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

Jean Bart
2757210 Jean Bart. by Bombled, Louis Charles (1862-1927); (add.info.: Transport. Marine. Coll. Part. Transport. Marine. The french privateer Jean Bart)

Portrait of Rene Duguay Trouin (Rene Trouin du Gue called) (1673-1736), French corsair
XEE557145 Portrait of Rene Duguay Trouin (Rene Trouin du Gue called) (1673-1736), French corsair. by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Chevalier de Gramont, from Histoire des Pirates by P
CHT175095 The Chevalier de Gramont, from Histoire des Pirates by P. Christian, engraved by A. Catel, 1852 (coloured engraving) by Debelle

Ancient Greece: Sea Travel, Pirates, 1866 (coloured engraving)
XEE702529 Ancient Greece: Sea Travel, Pirates, 1866 (coloured engraving) by Leutemann, Heinrich (1824-1905); Private Collection; (add.info)

Portrait of Jean Bart (1650-1702), French corsair
XEE557142 Portrait of Jean Bart (1650-1702), French corsair. by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Blackbeard the pirate (coloured engraving)
PNP269588 Blackbeard the pirate (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Edward Teach or Blackbeard (1680-1718)

Captain John Rackham (d. 1720) Anne Bonney (d. 1720) and Mary Read (d
CHT175098 Captain John Rackham (d.1720) Anne Bonney (d.1720) and Mary Read (d.1720) in the Antilles, c.1820 (colour litho) by Italian School, (19th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

Label for Cosairs thread (colour litho)
982275 Label for Cosairs thread (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Label for Cosairs thread)

The Grand Review of the Juste-Milieu Passing La Caricature, October 30, 1832 (Grand revue passee par la caricature le 30 Octobre 1832), October 1832

Stage design for the ballet Corsair by A. Adam, 1914. Artist: Korovin, Konstantin Alexeyevich (1861-1939)
Stage design for the ballet Corsair by A. Adam, 1914. Private Collection

Portrait of Jean Bart (1650-1702) (oil on canvas)
XIR169153 Portrait of Jean Bart (1650-1702) (oil on canvas) by French School, (17th century); 82x67 cm; Musee des Beaux-Arts, Dunkirk, France; French, out of copyright

The Corsair at Drury Lane Theatre
Revival of the ballet The Corsair staged by Ferdinand Albert Decombe (known as Albert) at the Drury Lane Theatre in London. Mademoiselle Adele Dumilatre is shown in the role of Gulnare

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"Corsaire: Tales of Adventure, Bravery, and Infamy" Step into the thrilling world of corsaires as we delve into their captivating stories. From the pages of history to vivid engravings, these hints paint a vivid picture of their daring exploits. Meet Mary Read (d. 1720), an infamous female pirate whose life was chronicled in "Histoire des Pirates. " Her audacity and fearlessness challenged societal norms, making her a legend among corsairs. In another engraving, Jean Bart holds a burning fuse in his mouth during a naval battle. This portrait captures the intensity and determination that drove him to become one of the most renowned corsairs of his time. Rene Duguay Trouin (1673-1736), known as Rene Trouin du Gue, emerges from another illustration. His cunning strategies and relentless pursuit made him a formidable French corsair feared by enemies across the seas. The abduction of Zhoraydah unfolds before our eyes through intricate artwork. This depiction from "Histoire des Pirates" showcases both the allure and danger associated with piracy – where beauty could be snatched away at any moment. The Chevalier de Gramont's story intertwines with piracy in yet another engraving. As part of this enthralling narrative, he navigates treacherous waters alongside fellow corsairs on their quest for riches and glory. An allegorical print representing China reveals how piracy transcended borders throughout history. It serves as a reminder that corsaires were not confined to specific regions but roamed vast oceans seeking fortune wherever it may lie. Travel back further in time to ancient Greece through colored engravings depicting sea travel and pirates. These images offer glimpses into early maritime adventures filled with perilous encounters on uncharted waters. Jean Bart reappears once more – his portrait capturing his legendary status as a French corsair who struck fear into hearts across the seas. His exploits and victories continue to inspire tales of bravery and adventure.