Martel Collection

Charles Martel in the Battle of Tours, 1837. Creator: Steuben, Charles de (1788-1856)
Charles Martel in the Battle of Tours, 1837. Found in the Collection of Musee de l Histoire de France, Chateau de Versailles

Battle of Tours - 2
The Saracens are repulsed at Tours by Charles Martel, losing their commander Abderrahman ibn Abdillah : it is regarded as one of the decisive battles of history

Charles Martel 732
Because of the heavy blows he showered upon the Saracens at Poitiers, Duke Charles Martel became known as " Charles The Hammer"

Charlemagne
CHARLEMAGNE as Catholic ruler preceded by Charles Martel, accompanied by the defeated Wittekind, followed by his successors, tramples on the pagan idol Irminsul

A knight armed with a martel, 1220. He wears a chainmail hauberk, hood, chausses
FLO4678625 A knight armed with a martel, 1220. He wears a chainmail hauberk, hood, chausses, and carries a buckler and martel de fer (war hammer)

Europe, France, Midi-Pyrenees, Lot, Martel, an aerial view of Martel

France, Lot, Martel, A narrow, cobbled street and covered walkway with roses

Charles Martel halts the advance of the Saracen forces at the Battle of Tours. Date: 10th October 732

Mlle Nathalie in drag as the Chevalier d Essone, 1847
Zaite-Nathalie Martel or Mlle Nathalie in drag as the Chevalier d Essone by Dupeuty and Anicet Bourgeois, Theatre du Vaudeville, 1847

Zaite-Nathalie Martel or Mlle Nathalie in Marie Michon, Theatre du Palais Royal, 1846. Handcoloured lithograph after an illustration by Alexandre Lacauchie from Victor Dollets Galerie Dramatique

Mlle Nathalie in Marie Michon, Theatre du Palais Royal, 1846
Zaite-Nathalie Martel or Mlle Nathalie in Marie Michon, Theatre du Palais Royal, 1846. Handcoloured lithograph after an illustration by Alexandre Lacauchie from Victor Dollets Galerie Dramatique

Charles Martel at the Battle of Tours, ca 1332-1350. Creator: Anonymous
Charles Martel at the Battle of Tours. Miniature from Les Grandes chroniques de France (Royal 16 G VI), ca 1332-1350. Found in the collection of British Library

PEPIN CROWNED 751
Pepin le Bref, son of Charles Martel, is accepted as king of the Franks. Date: 751

DEPUTATION FROM POPE
Pope Gregorius III sends delegations to Charles Martel, ruler of the Merovingian Franks, bearing sumptuous gifts, seeking military aid. But Charles doesnt help. Date: 739 and 740

Entry of Charles Martel into Paris, After Defeating the Saracens, (732AD), 1890. Charles Martel (c688-741) Frankish statesman

Battle of Poitiers (732), with Carlos Martel winner on the Arabs. Detail of the miniature Chroniques of Jean Froissart 14th century

Scene of the Battle of Poitiers (732), with Carlos Martel winner of the Arabs. Miniature of the Chroniques de Jean Froissart XIV century

Charles Martel at Tours, 1882. Artist: Bleibtreu, Georg (1828-1892)
Charles Martel at Tours, 1882. Private Collection

The Byzantine Emperor Welcoming Roussillon and Martel, 1468-1470. Artist: Liedet, Loyset (1420-1479)
The Byzantine Emperor Welcoming Roussillon and Martel, 1468-1470. Found in the collection of J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles

House of M. M. Joel and Jan Martel, scupltors, Rue Mallet-Stevens, Auteuil, c1927. Villa des Freres Martel by Robert Mallet-Stevens (1886?1945). From The Studio Volume 94

Dr Thierry de Martel, French surgeon, 1935. Martel (1875-1940) was one of the pioneers of the field of neurosurgery in France

The Battle of Tours, 732 AD, (1875). Artist: DJ Pound
The Battle of Tours, 732 AD, (1875). Often called Battle of Poitiers, the battle at which the Frankish king Charles Martel (the Hammer) (c688-741)

Charles Martel, 7th century King of the Franks, 19th century. Charles Martel (the Hammer) (c688-741) depicted in a chain mail tunic carrying a mace and shield

Battle of Poitiers, France, 732 (1837). Artist: Charles Auguste Guillaume Steuben
Battle of Poitiers, France, 732 (1837). The battle at which the Frankish king Charles Martel (the Hammer) (c688-741), founder of the Carolingian dynasty and grandfather of Charlemagne

Charles Martel, King of the Franks, at the Battle of Poitiers, 732 (1892). Charles Martel (the Hammer) (c688-741) depicted wielding a battleaxe

Battle of Tours or Battle of Poitiers. Octuber 732. Miniature of Great Chronicle of France. Chateau of Chantilly. France

Divine Comedy. Paradise. Eight Canto. Charles Martel address
Divine Comedy. Epic poem written by Dante Alighieri between 1308 and his death in 1321. Paradise. Eight Canto. Charles Martel addresses Dante and Beatrice. Engraving by Gustave Dore. Colored

Sibylle Gabrielle Marie Antoinette de Riqueti (1850-1932) comtesse de Martel de Janville, aka Gyp prolific French writer

Suffragette Mrs. Pankhurst Haverford West 1908. Mrs. Pankhurst addresses a crowd at Haverford West, Pembrokeshire, in July 1908

Charles Martel (Card)
CHARLES MARTEL Mayor of the Palaces of Austrasia and Neustria and effective power in the realm. His successors will be kings, though he is not

Gyp - prolific French writer
Sibylle Gabrielle Marie Antoinette de Riqueti (1850-1932) comtesse de Martel de Janville, aka Gyp prolific French writer Date: circa 1910s

Knight with Martel / 1220
A knight armed with a martel. Date: 1220

Suffragette Mrs. Martel in Prison Cartoon. Portrays Mrs. Nellie Martel (?1885-1940) in a prison cell, captioned, Suffering Suffragettes not to mention other folk in a speech on Oct 27th

Sibylle Martel, Gyp
SIBYLLE GABRIELLE MARIE, comtess de MARTEL French writer, using the nom- de-plume Gyp, depicted walking beside the sea. Date: 1849 - 1932

CHARLES MARTEL, BY GUSTAVE DORE. Dore, 1832 - 1883, French. Engraving for The Divine Comedy, Divina Commedia, by Dante Alighieri. 1870, Art, Artist, romanticism, colour, color engraving

The Byzantine Emperor Welcoming Roussillon and Martel; Loyset Liedet, Flemish, active about 1448 - 1478, and Pol Fruit, Flemish, active about 1468; Written: Brussels, Belgium

CHARLES MARTEL (c688-741). Frankish ruler, duke of Austrasia, 715-741. The crown offered to Charles Martel. Woodcut from the Chronicles of Brabant, 16th century

Martel, France - Preparation of Truffles
Martel in the Lot department in south-western France - preparation of Truffles. Date: circa 1910s

Charles Martel, the Hammer (c688-741), founder of the Carolingian dynasty and grandfather of Charlemagne. Battle of Poitiers, 732, at which Martel stopped the advance of Islam from Spain into France

Charles Martel (c688-741) The Hammer. Frankish king, grandfather of Charlemagne and founder of the Carolingian dynasty. Defeated Moors at battle of Tours, near Poitiers 732

Charles Martel (c688-741) The Hammer using a battle axe while repulsing the Moors at the Battle of Tours, near Poitiers, 732. King of Franks from 719. Grandfather of Charlemagne (747-814)

Pepin le Gros or Pepin d Heristal (d714). ssumed royal power c680. Father of Charles Martel. Late 19th centry chromolithograph

Pepin le Bref (d768) King of the Franks from 751. Son of Charles Martel, father of Charlemagne. Late 19th century chromolithograph

Charles Martel, by Gustave Dorafaa
Charles Martel, by Gustave Dorafa

CHARLES MARTEL (688-741). Frank prince and king
" CHARLES MARTEL (688-741). Frank prince and king. " Chronicles of France". French school. Miniature. FRANCE. Paris. National Library."

Illustration the The Great Chronicles of France
" Illustration the " The Great Chronicles of France" "

GYP (1850-1932). Pseudonym of Marie-Antoinette de Riquetti de Mirabeau, comtesse de Martel de Janville. French writer

CHARLES MARTEL (c688-741). Frankish ruler, Duke of Austrasia, 715-741. Charles Martel defeating the caliphs army under Abd-er-Rahman at Tours, France, 732. Color engraving, 19th century

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Martel, a name that resonates with bravery and historical significance. It brings to mind the Battle of Tours in 732, where Charles Martel emerged as a heroic figure. This battle marked a turning point in European history, as it halted the advance of Saracen forces and ensured the preservation of Christian Europe. Charles Martel's leadership during this crucial moment earned him admiration and respect throughout the ages. His strategic genius and unwavering determination led to victory against all odds. Steuben's depiction of Charles Martel in the Battle of Tours captures his commanding presence on the battlefield. The legacy of Charles Martel extended beyond this pivotal battle. He was also known as Charlemagne's grandfather, laying the foundation for one of Europe's greatest empires. His contributions to medieval France cannot be overstated. In present times, Martel is not only associated with historical events but also represents picturesque landscapes like those found in Midi-Pyrenees' town named after him - Martel. Aerial views showcase its beauty nestled within Lot region, captivating visitors with its charm. Even literature pays homage to this remarkable figure; Dante included Charles Martel in his Divine Comedy, specifically addressing him in Paradise's Eighth Canto. Such recognition speaks volumes about his enduring impact on society. Beyond battles and grandeur, there are personal aspects too – Sibylle Gabrielle Marie Antoinette de Riqueti bears witness to this fact through her association with Zaite-Nathalie Martel or Mlle Nathalie – who famously portrayed Chevalier d Essone while cross-dressing back in 1847. Lastly, let us not forget that even narrow cobbled streets adorned with roses can bear witness to history; such is their existence within France’s charming town called Lot-Martel - an embodiment of both past glory and present beauty.