Gascony Collection

Village of Larressingle, Gascony, Midi Pyrenees, France, Europe

Millet field near Condom, Gascony, Midi-Pyrenees, France, Europe

Photographic print of the typical Landals shepherds on stilts, 19th century (b/w photo)
3077775 Photographic print of the typical Landals shepherds on stilts, 19th century (b/w photo); (add.info.: Photographic print of typical Landals shepherds on stilts, in Landes of Gascony, France)

Common / Eurasian crane (Grus grus) flock in flight with snow topped Pyrenees mountains in the background, during southward migration period, Haute Pyrenees, Gascony, France. December 2009

English Soldiers scaling a Fortress in Gascony, Temp. Edward III (engraving)
662629 English Soldiers scaling a Fortress in Gascony, Temp. Edward III (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: English Soldiers scaling a Fortress in Gascony)

Winners of Prizes at the International Dog Show, Paris (engraving)
1588347 Winners of Prizes at the International Dog Show, Paris (engraving) by Weir, Harrison William (1824-1906); Private Collection; (add.info.: Winners of Prizes at the International Dog Show)

Richard I, 1157

Henry Ii, 1133

English Soldiers Scaling A Fortress In Gascony, During The Hundred Years War. From The Book Short History Of The English People By J.R. Green, Published London 1893

Walker Looking Over Waterfall At Cirque De Gavarnie

Walker Climbing Up Hill Between Trees With The Cirque De Gavarnie

Walker Beneath Waterfall In The Cirque De Gavarnie

Label, Hotel Royal Gascogne, Bordeaux, France
Luggage label from the Hotel Royal Gascogne, Bordeaux, France, which includes a garage within the hotel. Date: 20th century

Scaling walls of a fort during the Hundred Years War
English soldiers scaling a fortress in Gascony, France, Hundred Years War. Hand-colored engraving of a 19th-century illustration

Antique map of France from 1864

Model for the Monument to Alexandre Dumas Pere, d Artagnan or Figure of a musketeer
XIR287764 Model for the Monument to Alexandre Dumas Pere, d Artagnan or Figure of a musketeer, 1882 (tinted plaster) (see also 98561, 287761 to 287763) (b/w photo) by Dore

Monument to Alexandre Dumas Pere, d Artagnan, 1883 (detail) (stone & bronze) (see also 98561)
XIR287763 Monument to Alexandre Dumas Pere, d Artagnan, 1883 (detail) (stone & bronze) (see also 98561, 287761, 287762, 287764) (b/w photo) by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); Place Malesherbes, Paris

Castle of Pau, Spain, from the book Spanish Pictures by Reverend Samuel Manning
KW268386 Castle of Pau, Spain, from the book Spanish Pictures by Reverend Samuel Manning, published in 1870 (engraving) by English School; Private Collection; Ken Welsh; English, out of copyright

Resinier collecting resin of a pine tree, France
Resinier collecting the resin of a leaning pine tree in the Landes Forest, France. The forest is in the historic Gascony natural region of southwestern France now known as Aquitaine

Europe, France, Aquitania, Armagnac. Armagnac is made from white grapes grown in silico-clay soil

Gascogne. Gooses

France. Gascony. Men on Horsebacks and Geese

France. Gascony. Cows Are Grazing

France. Gascony. Men on Horseback and Geese

France. Gascony. Madame Baron with Her Geese

France. Gascony. Geese

Italy, Florence, Landscape of Gascony
Filippo de Pisis (1896-1956), Landscape of Gascony

Duck Confit on a white plate with salad garnish

Postman on stilts in France, 1880s C017 / 6825
Postman on stilts in France. 19th-century artwork of a postman delivering a letter on stilts to a shepherd. Stilt-walking as a way of life was practised by the shepherds of the Landes region in

Shepherds on stilts in France, 1880s C017 / 6914
Shepherds on stilts in France. 19th-century artwork of a man and woman on stilts in France with a flock of sheep and a sheepdog

Tapping for pine resin - Arcachon, France
Tapping for pine resin - Arcachon, Gascony - West coast of France Date: circa 1910

Gascon Saintangeois, hunting dogs from Gascony, France. Date: early 20th century

Edward I Threatens Roger
Edward I threatens Roger, Earl of Norfolk who refuses to serve in Gascony

On the banks of the Baize River, village of Condom, Gers, Gascoigne (Gascony), Midi-Pyrenees, France, Europe

High angle view of a field of sunflowers in Gascoigne (Gascony) in the Midi-Pyrenees, France, Europe

Strings of garlic drying in an outhouse in Gascoigne (Gascony), Midi-Pyrenees, France, Europe

Vegetables including carrots, tomatoes and lettuce, for sale on market day at Euze, Gascoigne (Gascony), Midi-Pyrenees, France, Europe

Garlic drying, near Condom, Gascony, Midi Pyrenees, France, Europe

Gascony view from Lavardens villiage, Midi-Pyrenees, France, Europe

View from Lavardens village, Gers, Gascony, Midi-Pyrenees, France, Europe

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Gascony, a picturesque region located in the Midi-Pyrenees of France, is a hidden gem that captivates visitors with its rich history and stunning landscapes. Nestled within Gascony lies the charming village of Larressingle, where time seems to stand still. As you wander through its narrow streets, you can't help but be enchanted by the medieval architecture and old-world charm. Venturing further into Gascony, you'll come across vast millet fields near Condom. The golden hues of these fields create a mesmerizing sight that stretches as far as the eye can see. It's a true testament to the region's agricultural heritage and natural beauty. But Gascony isn't just about tranquil countryside scenes; it also boasts breathtaking wildlife encounters. Witnessing a flock of Common/Eurasian cranes soaring gracefully through the sky against the backdrop of snow-capped Pyrenees mountains is an awe-inspiring experience that will leave you speechless. Delving into Gascony's storied past, we find ourselves transported back to Temp. Edward III when English soldiers scaled fortresses in this very land during the Hundred Years War. Engravings from that era depict their valiant efforts and serve as reminders of this tumultuous period in history. Moving forward in time, we stumble upon winners at an International Dog Show held in Paris - evidence of Gascony's love for animals and dedication to preserving canine excellence. Gascony has been home to many notable figures throughout history such as Richard I (1157) and Henry II (1133). Their legacies are woven into every corner of this enchanting region, adding depth to its cultural tapestry. For those seeking adventure amidst nature's wonders, Cirque de Gavarnie beckons with its majestic waterfalls cascading down towering cliffs. Whether gazing over them or venturing beneath their mist-filled embrace, walkers are rewarded with an experience that will forever be etched in their memories.