Hendaye Collection

A rainbow above Les deux Jumeaux, Hendaye beach, Hendaye, Pyrenees-Atlantiques, Nouvelle Aquitaine, France

Les deux Jumeaux reflected in the shallow water, , Hendaye beach, Hendaye, Pyrenees-Atlantiques, Nouvelle Aquitaine, France

Les deux Jumeaux, Hendaye beach, Hendaye, Pyrenees-Atlantiques, Nouvelle Aquitaine, France

Sunset along the Basque Corniche, Hendaye, Urrugne, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France

The Burning of Irun; Spanish Civil War, 1936
Photograph showing refugees from the city of Irun standing on the beach at Hendaye, France, watching their Spanish home-town burn, 1936

Refugees from Irun come ashore at Hendaye; Spanish Civil War
Photograph showing a group of refugees from the Spanish city of Irun, coming ashore onto the French beach at Hendaye, shortly after Spanish Nationalist forces had captured their home-town, 1936

Journalist saving a child in Irun; Spanish Civil War, 1936
Photograph showing the French journalist, Raymond Vanker, running across the International Bridge from Irun to Hendaye with a child he was saving, whilst under intense gun-fire, 1936. Date: 1936

Duel between Paul Deroulede and Jean Jaures on the border between France and Spain (colour litho)
2795898 Duel between Paul Deroulede and Jean Jaures on the border between France and Spain (colour litho) by French School

Port de peche, Vue de Fontarabie depuis Hendaye, 1895 (oil on canvas)
5242097 Port de pche, Vue de Fontarabie depuis Hendaye, 1895 (oil on canvas) by Renoir, Pierre Auguste (1841-1919); 32.2x41.4 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright

Plate 17: The exchange of the two princesses in Hendaye; allegorical scene with Anne of Austria and Elizabeth of Bourbon standing on a bridge holding hands from Recueil de la Galerie du Luxembourg

The Border between France and Spain at Hendaye - The International Bridge (Le Pont International) over the Bidesoa River. Date: circa late 1940s

The Churchill family relax on holiday at Hendaye, 1945
Comfortably clad in beach attire, Mrs. Churchill and her daughter, Mary, spent a few peaceful moments reading the papers and enjoying the sunshine. Mr

Plate 17 exchange two princesses Hendaye allegorical scene
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At the Spanish frontier, duel between Paul Deroulede and Jean Jaures, illustration
XIR780620 At the Spanish frontier, duel between Paul Deroulede and Jean Jaures, illustration from Le Petit Journal, Supplement illustre, 18th December 1904 (colour litho) by French School

The Medici Cycle: Exchange of the Two Princesses of France and Spain, 9th November 1615
XIR17702 The Medici Cycle: Exchange of the Two Princesses of France and Spain, 9th November 1615, 1621-25 (oil on canvas) by Rubens, Peter Paul (1577-1640); 394x295 cm; Louvre, Paris

SPAIN: BASQUE COUNTRY. A view of the waterfront from the small towns of Fuentarrabia and Hendaye in the Biscay Province, Basque country, Spain. Photograph, late 19th century

General view from the Hendaye, Fuenterrabia, Spain. Date between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900

Refugees from Irun sitting on the beach at Hendaye; Spanish
Photograph showing a group of refugees from the Spanish city of Irun, sitting on the French beach at Hendaye, shortly after Spanish Nationalist forces had captured their home-town, 1936

Isabela Leaves
Isabela, deposed, takes the train for Paris at the station at the frontier town of Hendaye

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"Hendaye: A Tapestry of History, Courage, and Natural Beauty" Nestled along the picturesque Basque Corniche in Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France, Hendaye unveils its captivating story through stunning sunsets that paint the sky with vibrant hues. As the sun dips below the horizon, it casts a golden glow on this enchanting coastal town. However, Hendaye's history is not just confined to serene moments. It witnessed turbulent times during the Spanish Civil War in 1936. The Burning of Irun left scars that still echo today. Yet amidst chaos and conflict, Hendaye became a beacon of hope as refugees from Irun sought solace on its shores. In one remarkable act of bravery during those dark days, a journalist saved a child in war-torn Irun - an image forever etched in our collective memory. It serves as a reminder of humanity's resilience even in times of strife. But beyond its historical significance lies Hendaye's natural allure. With its port de peche and breathtaking views from Fontarabie to Hendaye captured by artists like Jean-Baptiste-Camille Corot on canvas back in 1895; it has long been an inspiration for creative minds seeking beauty within simplicity. It also holds tales woven into its very borders. The legendary duel between Paul Deroulede and Jean Jaures took place here – two titans clashing at the crossroads between France and Spain. This colorful lithograph immortalizes their fierce encounter. Moreover, plate 17 depicts an allegorical scene where two princesses were exchanged at Hendaye - symbolizing diplomacy and alliances forged through marriage across nations throughout history. Even renowned figures found respite here; such was the case when the Churchill family chose to relax on holiday at Hendaye in 1945 after enduring World War II's tumultuous years. Today, visitors can explore this tapestry-like town, where history intertwines with breathtaking landscapes.