Munchhausen Collection

Baron Munchhausen sails to the moon
The Baron sails to the Moon. Date: First published: 1785

Adventures of Baron Munchausen, Baron and Venus
Vintage engraving of a scene from the Adventures of Baron Munchausen, illustrated by Gustave Dore. Baron and Venus

Baron Munchausen: Highwaymen / brigands, by Dore
3780006 Baron Munchausen: Highwaymen / brigands, by Dore. by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); (add.info.: The Surprising Adventures of Baron Munchausen: Highwaymen / brigands prepare to rob Baron Munchausen)

Baron Munchausen: Voyage to the moon, by Dore
3779999 Baron Munchausen: Voyage to the moon, by Dore. by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); (add.info.: The Surprising Adventures of Baron Munchausen: Voyage to the moon, engraving by Gustave Dore)

Baron Munchausen: Voyage to the moon, by Dore
3780052 Baron Munchausen: Voyage to the moon, by Dore. by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); (add.info.: The Surprising Adventures of Baron Munchausen: Voyage to the moon, engraving by Gustave Dore)

Knight Marshal and Marshalmen in Queen Victoria s
Sir Charles Lamb, Knight Marshal on horseback, followed by Marshalmen in scarlet coat, blue trousers and shako, in ranks of four in Queen Victorias coronation parade

Baron Munchhausen Relating His Adventures (oil on canvas)
CH139759 Baron Munchhausen Relating His Adventures (oil on canvas) by Hillingford, Robert Alexander (1825-1904); 43.5x66.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright

The Adventures of Baron Munchausen
3756494 The Adventures of Baron Munchausen by Bichard, Alphonse Adolphe (1841-p.1914); (add.info.: The Adventures of Baron Munchausen illlustrated by Alphonse Adolphe Bichard (b. 1841)

Baron Munchausen: Voyage to the moon, by Dore
3780228 Baron Munchausen: Voyage to the moon, by Dore. by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); (add.info.: The Surprising Adventures of Baron Munchausen engraving by Gustave Dore)

The Baron Jumps into the Sea with a Turkish piece of Ordnance, [1809], reissued 1811

The Corsican Munchausen - Humming the Lads of Paris, December 4, 1813. December 4, 1813
The Corsican Munchausen - Humming the Lads of Paris, December 4, 1813

Portrait of Gerlach Adolph von Münchhausen (1688-1770), 1738. Creator: Fritzsch
Portrait of Gerlach Adolph von Munchhausen (1688-1770), 1738. Private Collection

The Baron arrives at Ceylon, combats and conquers two extraordinary opponents, [1809], reissued 1811

Munchhausen, Baron (1720-1797). German nobleman
" Munchhausen, Baron (1720-1797). German nobleman. " Baron Munchausen riding a cannonball during the fight with Tippoo"

Baron Munchhausen / Books
He is towed through the air by a flight of friendly ducks

Baron Munchhausen / Raspe
His portrait by an unnamed artist; frontispiece to the story of his adventures

Baron Munchhausen climbs to the Moon

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"Unveiling the Legendary Baron Munchhausen: A Tale of Extraordinary Adventures" Step into a world where reality intertwines with imagination, as we delve into the captivating life of Baron Munchhausen. This enigmatic figure, created by Rudolf Erich Raspe in his book "Adventures of Baron Munchausen, " has become synonymous with fantastical tales and daring escapades. In Raspe's literary masterpiece, we are introduced to the larger-than-life character that is Baron Munchhausen. Known for his outrageous stories and incredible feats, this baron takes us on a journey like no other. From encounters with highwaymen and brigands to voyages to the moon itself, he captures our imagination and leaves us yearning for more. The artistic renditions of these adventures further immortalize the legend of Baron Munchhausen. Gustave Doré's illustrations bring to life scenes such as the knight marshal and marshalmen in Queen Victoria's court or the baron sailing through space towards the moon. These vivid depictions transport us into a realm where anything seems possible. One cannot forget Johann Heinrich Ramberg's iconic painting "Baron Munchausen Relating His Adventures. " This oil on canvas masterpiece encapsulates both the charm and audacity that define our beloved protagonist. With an animated expression on his face, he regales his audience with tales so extraordinary they defy belief. As time went on, Baron Munchhausen continued to captivate audiences across various mediums. Terry Gilliam's film "The Adventures of Baron Munchausen" brought this legendary character back to life onscreen, enchanting viewers once again with his whimsical exploits. Even beyond literature and cinema, traces of this remarkable figure can be found in historical events such as "The Corsican Munchausen - Humming the Lads of Paris. " It is astonishing how deeply ingrained this fictional hero has become in our collective consciousness.