Raspe Collection

Engraving by Gustave Dore 1832-1883 French artist and illustrator of Baron Munchausen from The Adventures of Baron
2919895 Engraving by Gustave Dore 1832-1883 French artist and illustrator of Baron Munchausen from The Adventures of Baron Munchausen by Rudolph Erich Raspe by Dore

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)

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)

Baron Munchausen is towed through the air by ducks
Baron Munchausen is towed through the air by a flight of friendly ducks. A fictional German nobleman created by the German writer Rudolf Erich Raspe in his 1785 book. Date: circa 1910

Illustration to the book The Surprising Adventures of Baron Munchhausen by Rudolph Erich Raspe. Private Collection

Book illustration, 1896. Artist: Franz Gottfried
Book illustration, 1896. Illustration from the book The Surprising Adventures of Baron Munchhausen by Rudolph Erich Raspe. From a private collection

Scene from The Adventures of Baron Munchausen by Rudolph Erich Raspe, c1850. Munchausen, recovering his silver casket which had bounced up to the moon

descriptive catalogue general collection ancient
A descriptive catalogue of a general collection of ancient and modern engraved gems, cameos as well as intaglios, taken from the most celebrated cabinets in Europe and cast in coloured pastes

Munchausen, having tethered his horse to pole in snowstorm, in morning finds snow gone and horse on church spire. Ever resourceful, he severs tether with a shot, mounts and continues his journey

Gabriel Nicolas Raspe
GABRIEL NICOLAS RASPE German publisher Date: 1712 - 1785

BARON MUNCHHAUSEN (1720-1797). Baron Munchhausen emerges from the belly of a whale. Wood engraving after Gustave Dore for a 19th century edition of Rudolph Raspes " Baron Munchhausens

The Mad Cloak, by Gustave Dore

A SUBMARINE WORLD, BY GUSTAVE DORE. Dore, 1832 - 1883, French. Engraving for The adventures of Baron von Munchausen by Rudolph Erich Raspe, engraved by Stephane Pannemaker c. 1868

The Barons marvellous horse, presented to him by Count Przobossky. Continuing to carry its master, and to drink, even though its hindquarters have been severed by the towns portcullis

Munchausen, recovering his silver casket which had bounced up to the moon. He grew a turkey bean and climbed up to the moon

Munchausen, showing his prowess as a hunter by killing many widlfowl with a single shot. From RE Raspe The Travels and Surprising Adventures of Baron Munchausen, first published 1785

Munchausen, surprising artillerymen by arriving in their midst mounted on a cannon ball. From RE Raspe The Travels and Surprising Adventures of Baron Munchausen, first published 1785

The Mad Cloak, by Gustave Dore

A Submarine World, by Gustave Dorafaa
A Submarine World, by Gustave Dorafa

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

BARON MÜNCHHAUSEN. The Adventures of Baron Münchhausen. Wood engraving after Gustave Dore for Rudoph Raspes Baron
BARON MÜNCHHAUSEN. The Adventures of Baron Münchhausen. Wood engraving after Gustave Dore for Rudoph Raspes Baron Münchhausens Travels

BARON MÜNCHHAUSEN (1720-1797. Baron Münchhausen parachutes to earth. Wood engraving after Gustave Dor)
BARON MÜNCHHAUSEN (1720-1797. Baron Münchhausen parachutes to earth. Wood engraving after Gustave Dor

BARON MÜNCHHAUSEN. Wood engraving after Gustave Dor
BARON MÜNCHHAUSEN. Wood engraving after Gustave Dor

BARON MÜNCHHAUSEN. Baron Münchhausen parachutes to earth. Wood engraving after Gustave Dor
BARON MÜNCHHAUSEN. Baron Münchhausen parachutes to earth. Wood engraving after Gustave Dor

BARON MÜNCHHAUSEN. Baron Münchhausen emerges from the belly of a whale. Wood engraving after Gustave Dor
BARON MÜNCHHAUSEN. Baron Münchhausen emerges from the belly of a whale. Wood engraving after Gustave Dor

BARON MÜNCHHAUSEN. Baron Münchhausen encounters a group of singing fish. Wood engraving after Gustave Dor
BARON MÜNCHHAUSEN. Baron Münchhausen encounters a group of singing fish. Wood engraving after Gustave Dor

Munchausen Sculpture
Splendid fountain sculpture of Baron Munchausen on his horse which has been cut in two in one of Raspes fictional tales. Date: 1930s

Baron Munchausen
Mr Simmons in the role of a Harlequin Baron Muchausen

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

Baron Munchausen / Raspe
The notes of a postillions horn are frozen inside it, but they sound when they thaw out, placed near a fire

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

Sigfrid III Von Eppstein
SIGFRID III VON EPPSTEIN Archbishop of Mainz (Mayence); flanked by the German kings Heinrich Raspe and Wilhelm of Holland

Baron Munchhausen climbs to the Moon

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"Unveiling the Extraordinary Tales of Baron Munchausen: A Journey into Raspe's Imagination" Step into the whimsical world of Baron Munchausen, as envisioned by Rudolph Erich Raspe and brought to life through enchanting engravings by Gustave Dore. This captivating collection of illustrations takes us on a wild ride through the fantastical adventures of the legendary baron. Intriguingly, it was Gabriel Nicolas Raspe who first introduced us to this larger-than-life character in his book "Baron Munchhausen. " However, it was Rudolph Erich Raspe who truly immortalized him with his work "The Adventures of Baron Munchausen. " Dore's intricate engravings transport us to a time when highwaymen and brigands roamed freely, capturing our imaginations with their daring escapades. We witness the baron himself fearlessly confronting these outlaws, showcasing his extraordinary abilities that defy all logic. But it is not just earthly exploits that captivate our attention; we are also taken on an otherworldly voyage to the moon alongside Baron Munchausen. Dore's vivid illustrations depict this incredible journey where gravity seems but a mere suggestion as our hero is towed through the air by ducks. Franz Gottfried's 1896 book illustration further immerses us in this remarkable universe created by Raspe. It serves as a visual testament to how deeply ingrained these tales have become in popular culture over time. As we delve deeper into scenes from "The Surprising Adventures of Baron Munchhausen, " c1850 edition, we find ourselves marveling at both its absurdity and charm. Each image invites us to suspend disbelief and embrace the sheer joy found within these pages. Raspe's legacy lives on through these mesmerizing depictions that continue to ignite our imagination even centuries later.