Lievre Collection

Title page illustration. Engraving in " A.E.I.O.U. The first book of childhood "
DUV4209528 Title page illustration. Engraving in " A.E.I.O.U. The first book of childhood ". Editions Jules Tallandier, Paris, 1927. Illustrations by Benjamin Rabier (1864-1939). 16 pages

Alpine Hare (Lepus alpinus). Lithographie in The Naturalist Pocket Magazine or Cabinet complete des Curiosites et
FLO4687319 Alpine Hare (Lepus alpinus). Lithographie in The Naturalist Pocket Magazine or Cabinet complete des Curiosites et Beautes de la Nature, published between 1798 and 1802, by Harrison

Bulldog bat and spear-nosed bat
5855224 Bulldog bat and spear-nosed bat; (add.info.: Greater bulldog bat or fisherman bat, Noctilio leporinus, and greater spear-nosed bat, Phyllostomus hastatus)

Letters C and D: Duck Coq Dog Cat Duc. Engraving in " A.E.I.O.U. The first book of childhood"
DUV4209571 Letters C and D: Duck Coq Dog Cat Duc. Engraving in " A.E.I.O.U. The first book of childhood". Editions Jules Tallandier, Paris, 1927

Letters E and F: Elephant Squirrel Pheasant Ferret. Engraving in " A.E.I.O.U. The first book of childhood"
DUV4209566 Letters E and F: Elephant Squirrel Pheasant Ferret. Engraving in " A.E.I.O.U. The first book of childhood". Editions Jules Tallandier, Paris, 1927

Hare bowl. North-West Iran, 12th century. Sign [A] drunk Talib. Ceramic, grave decor and painted. Louvre Museum
SYC4193663 Hare bowl. North-West Iran, 12th century. Sign [A] drunk Talib. Ceramic, grave decor and painted. Louvre Museum; (add.info.: Hare bowl. North-West Iran, 12th century. Sign [A] drunk Talib)

Letter L: Lievre Wolf Lion. Engraving in " A.E.I.O.U. The first book of childhood"
DUV4209529 Letter L: Lievre Wolf Lion. Engraving in " A.E.I.O.U. The first book of childhood". Editions Jules Tallandier, Paris, 1927. Illustrations by Benjamin Rabier (1864-1939)

Letter L: Unicorn, Lion, Lancer, Rabbit, Lantern, Lamp, Lievre; M: Mamluk, Muletier, Musician, Marchand
DUV4209815 Letter L: Unicorn, Lion, Lancer, Rabbit, Lantern, Lamp, Lievre; M: Mamluk, Muletier, Musician, Marchand. engraving in " Alphabet"

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Lievre; Hare; Hase (engraving)
7196537 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Lievre; Hare; Hase (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lievre; Hare; Hase)

Hare (w / c on paper)
WMA143197 Hare (w/c on paper) by Morgan, William De (1839-1917); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

H Hare - End of 19th century (chromolithograph)
DUV4219361 H Hare - End of 19th century (chromolithograph) by French School, (19th century); 8x4.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

The hare and the partridge (Le lievre et la perdrix) - Fables by La Fontaine
DUV4214474 The hare and the partridge (Le lievre et la perdrix) - Fables by La Fontaine, 19th century (engraving) by Grandville (Jean Ignace Isidore Gerard) (1803-47); Private Collection; (add.info)

The hares ears (Les oreilles du lievre) - Fables by La Fontaine
DUV4214409 The hares ears (Les oreilles du lievre) - Fables by La Fontaine, 19th century (engraving) by Grandville (Jean Ignace Isidore Gerard) (1803-47); Private Collection; (add.info)

Attic black figure amphora depicting a Dionysiac scene, 540-530 BC (earthenware)
REV116576 Attic black figure amphora depicting a Dionysiac scene, 540-530 BC (earthenware) by Amasis Painter (fl.c.560-515 BC); height:33 cm; Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; Greek

Still Life Hunting Dog, game (hare, pheasant, partridge) Detail
JLJ4579848 Still Life Hunting Dog, game (hare, pheasant, partridge) Detail. Painting by Francois Desportes (1661-1743) 18th century Gien, hunting museum by Desportes

The hare and the frogs (Le lievre et les grenouilles) - Fables by La Fontaine
DUV4214119 The hare and the frogs (Le lievre et les grenouilles) - Fables by La Fontaine, 19th century (engraving) by Grandville (Jean Ignace Isidore Gerard) (1803-47); Private Collection; (add.info)

Deux petits lievres avec leur grande soeur arretes par un hibou dans un champ
DUV4212156 Deux petits lievres avec leur grande soeur arretes par un hibou dans un champ. Un renard en train de chasser se tient derriere eux. Vignettes illustrees par JJ Granville

The lion leaving for the war (Le lions en allant en guerre) - Fables by La Fontaine
DUV4214480 The lion leaving for the war (Le lions en allant en guerre) - Fables by La Fontaine, 19th century (engraving) by Grandville (Jean Ignace Isidore Gerard) (1803-47)

Still Life of a Hare with Hunting Equipment (oil on canvas) (for pair see 93439)
BAL93440 Still Life of a Hare with Hunting Equipment (oil on canvas) (for pair see 93439) by Galle, Hieronymus the Elder (1625-79); 89x112 cm; Private Collection; Johnny Van Haeften Ltd

Hare, 1502 (w / c on paper)
XAM387 Hare, 1502 (w/c on paper) by DAOErer or Duerer, Albrecht (1471-1528); Graphische Sammlung Albertina, Vienna, Austria; German, out of copyright

2619165; out of copyright

Ferdinand Le Lievre / Demare
Ferdinand Le Lievre (1799-1886) Prussian born, French Senator in Algeria (Algiers) between 1876-1885

A E L De Lagrange
Adelaide-Edouard Le Lievre, marquis de LAGRANGE French statesman, writer

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"Lievre: A Captivating Creature of Myth and Fable" In the enchanting world of literature, art, and history, the captivating creature known as "lievre" has left its mark. Represented by various symbols and depictions throughout time, this elusive animal has intrigued both artists and storytellers alike. The letter L holds a plethora of hints to unravel the mystery surrounding lievre. From the majestic Unicorn to the mighty Lion, from the valiant Lancer to the swift Rabbit, each symbol adds depth to its enigmatic nature. The warm glow of a Lantern or Lamp illuminates its path in ancient engravings found within an "Alphabet, " printed with care in 1875. But it is not only through letters that lievre reveals itself; it also emerges from delicate watercolor paintings on paper. In one such artwork dating back to the end of the 19th century, a Hare takes center stage in a vibrant chromolithograph. Its presence evokes tales like "Le lievre et la perdrix" or "Les oreilles du lievre, " immortalized by renowned French fabulist La Fontaine. Even ancient civilizations recognized lievre's allure. An Attic black figure amphora from 540-530 BC showcases a Dionysiac scene where this creature plays a role amidst gods and mortals alike. And who can forget Still Life Hunting Dog paintings capturing moments when Hares are pursued alongside Pheasants and Partridges? One cannot help but be captivated by stories like "Le lievre et les grenouilles, " where hares interact with frogs in unexpected ways. Or imagine two young Lievres halted by an owl while their older sister watches over them in a vast field. Finally, we encounter Lievre once more within La Fontaine's fables as he bids farewell to his fellow animals before embarking on war alongside Lions - an allegory for bravery and sacrifice.