Beauvais Collection

AIRSHIP / R101 CRASH / 1930
The skeleton of the R.101 sits in a field near Beauvais, France, after the crash during its first and last flight. Date: 5 October 1930

Saint Wilgefortis, Church of St Etienne, Beauvais (b / w photo)
3094033 Saint Wilgefortis, Church of St Etienne, Beauvais (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Saint Wilgefortis, Church of St Etienne, Beauvais)

Ducks Resting Sunshine 1753 Oil canvas 25 1 / 2 x 31 3 / 4
Artokoloro

A view of Beauvais
3078087 A view of Beauvais; (add.info.: Photographic print of a view of Beauvais, a city and commune in France. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Jeanne Laisne (born 1456) French heroine called Jeann Hachette. 19th century (trade card in chromolithograph)
543273 Jeanne Laisne (born 1456) French heroine called Jeann Hachette. 19th century (trade card in chromolithograph); (add.info)

Photographic print of a view of Beauvais
3077697 Photographic print of a view of Beauvais; (add.info.: Photographic print of a view of Beauvais, a city and commune in France. Dated 19th Century); Universal History Archive/UIG.

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Leprosy: Leper with begging bowl and bell or rattle which he is shaking to warn that he is 'unclean'
527547 Leprosy: Leper with begging bowl and bell or rattle which he is shaking to warn that he is 'unclean'. 13th century

Terre antique. Egine, 1903. Creator: Ménard, Émile-René (1862-1930)
Terre antique. Egine, 1903. Found in the collection of the Musee de l'Oise, Beauvais

View of a bridge and a row of flags of different boats in Cochin-China, 1700-1799. Creator: Anon
View of a bridge and a row of flags of different boats in Cochin-China, 1700-1799

View of the Grand Canal with gondolas, the Palazzo Balbi and the Ponte Rialto in... 1700-1799. Creator: Anon
View of the Grand Canal with gondolas, the Palazzo Balbi and the Ponte Rialto in Venice, 1700-1799

View of Mr. Smith's country house on the River Thames in the Battersea district in London, 1700-1799 Creator: Anon
View of Mr. Smith's country house on the River Thames in the Battersea district in London, 1700-1799

View of the village of Maarssen with the river Vecht, 1700-1799. Creator: Anon
View of the village of Maarssen with the river Vecht, 1700-1799

View of a ship struck by lightning at sea, 1700-1799. Creator: Unknown
View of a ship struck by lightning at sea, 1700-1799. L'Escadre Verte ayant ete accueilli d'une Violente Tempete dans la riviere de St

Un mariage en aéroplane, au-dessus de la tour Eiffel, 1909. Creator: Devambez, André Victor Édouard (1867-1943)
Un mariage en aeroplane, au-dessus de la tour Eiffel, 1909. Found in the collection of the Musee de l'Oise, Beauvais

Pierre et Valentine, 1925. Creator: Devambez, André Victor Édouard (1867-1943)
Pierre et Valentine, 1925. Found in the collection of the Musee de l'Oise, Beauvais

Le Dirigeablobus, or New imaginary Parisian means of transport, 1909. Creator: Devambez
Le Dirigeablobus, or New imaginary Parisian means of transport, 1909. Found in the collection of the Musee de l'Oise, Beauvais

Two children, 1914. Creator: Devambez, André Victor Édouard (1867-1943)
Two children, 1914. Found in the collection of the Musee de l'Oise, Beauvais

Madame Adrien Proust, née Jeanne Weil (1849-1905), 1880. Creator: Beauvais, Anaïs (1832-1898)
Madame Adrien Proust, nee Jeanne Weil (1849-1905), 1880. Found in the Collection of the Musee Marcel Proust

Madame Adrien Proust, née Jeanne Weil (1849-1905), 1880. Creator: Beauvais, Anaïs (1832-1898)
Madame Adrien Proust, nee Jeanne Weil (1849-1905), 1880. Found in the Collection of the Musee Marcel Proust

Life of St. Jacques le Majeur, Hermogenes is tied up, Withers issued and forgiven dating from 1511, high relief in the south transept, Beauvais Cathedral, Picardy, France, Europe

The Capture of Acre, c1191, (15th century). Artist: Vincent of Beauvais
The Capture of Acre, c1191, (15th century). Illuminated text page showing the Capture of Acre, (now part of Israel) during the 1st Crusade (c1191)

Victory of Heraclius over the Saracens. Miniature. Le Miroir
Victory of Heraclius over the Saracens. Fol. 65v. Miniature in Le Miroir Historial by Vincent de Beauvais (c.1190-c.1264). French school. 15th century. Conde Museum. Castle of Chantilly. France

Vincent Beauvais 1190 1264 Aisa Import Speculum
vincent, beauvais, 1190, 1264, aisa, import, speculum, historiale, battle, roncevaux, scene, roland, death, miniature, painting, roland's, history, historical, 10209335

Interior of the Beauvais Cathedral, c. 1896 (watercolor)
7228449 Interior of the Beauvais Cathedral, c.1896 (watercolor) by Bernier, Charles (1857-1936); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bernier, Charles (1857-1936)); Photo © Isabelle Eshraghi

Duke of Burgundy and Troops battering the Walls of Beauvais (engraving)
7192236 Duke of Burgundy and Troops battering the Walls of Beauvais (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Hanging Portiere or Panel for a Bed, France, 1775 / 1825. Creator: Unknown
Hanging Portiere or Panel for a Bed, France, 1775/1825. Possibily designed by Gobelins Factory or Rene Beauvais

Le Lions en allant en Guerre, c. 1755-1759 (engraving)
985927 Le Lions en allant en Guerre, c.1755-1759 (engraving) by Oudry, Jean-Baptiste (1686-1755) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Le Lions en allant en Guerre. Fable CI)

Jeanne Hachette at the Siege of Beauvais, 1472 (chromolitho)
1093779 Jeanne Hachette at the Siege of Beauvais, 1472 (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jeanne Hachette at the Siege of Beauvais, 1472)

The Castle of Arundel (engraving)
1594427 The Castle of Arundel (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Castle of Arundel. Illustration for The Pictorial Times, 5 December 1846)

Pastoral tapestry, Beauvais, mid 18th century (silk & wool)
831265 Pastoral tapestry, Beauvais, mid 18th century (silk & wool) by French School, (18th century); 459x420 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright

Jeanne Hachette, et les femmes de Beauvais (colour litho)
6004654 Jeanne Hachette, et les femmes de Beauvais (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jeanne Hachette, et les femmes de Beauvais)

Jeanne Hachette (chromolitho)
667217 Jeanne Hachette (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jeanne Hachette. French educational card, c 1900.); © Look and Learn

Bishop of Beauvais, Eveque de Beauvais, with mitre. Chromolithograph from Loredan Larcheys Ancien Armorial Equestre de la Toison d Or et de l Europe au 15e siecle

Beauvais (engraving)
3653808 Beauvais (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Beauvais. Illustration for The Imperial Gazetteer, A General Dictionary of Geography (Blackie)

Traditional ceremony at the Festival of Jeanne Hachette in Beauvais, France (colour litho)
2779940 Traditional ceremony at the Festival of Jeanne Hachette in Beauvais, France (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Artists workshop at the Beauvais Tapestry Manufacture, France (b / w photo)
3099075 Artists workshop at the Beauvais Tapestry Manufacture, France (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Aerial view of Beauvais-Tille airport, France, with terminal buildings, aircraft, coaches and cars. Date: circa 1940s

The International Exhibition, Tapestries of Gobelins and Beauvais, and China of Sevres (engraving)
1587918 The International Exhibition, Tapestries of Gobelins and Beauvais, and China of Sevres (engraving) by English School

Interior view of Beauvais Cathedral, northern France
Interior view of the Cathedral of St Peter of Beauvais, northern France, dating back to the 13th century. Date: circa 1900s

Beauvais historical tapestry, late 17th- early 18th century (wool & silk)
3281647 Beauvais historical tapestry, late 17th- early 18th century (wool & silk) by Behagle, Philippe (1641-1705); 262x481 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Woven in wools and silks)

Beauvais, in France (engraving)
3655743 Beauvais, in France (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Beauvais, in France)

Entrance to the Sevres, Beauvais, and Gobelins Court (engraving)
1620612 Entrance to the Sevres, Beauvais, and Gobelins Court (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Entrance to the Sevres, Beauvais, and Gobelins Court)

Window depicting Coronation of the Virgin (stained glass)
2921603 Window depicting Coronation of the Virgin (stained glass) by French School, (13th century); Beauvais Cathedral, Beauvais

The International Exhibition; Tapestries of Gobelins and Beauvais and China of Sevres (engraving)
609291 The International Exhibition; Tapestries of Gobelins and Beauvais and China of Sevres (engraving) by English School

Jeanne Hachette, French heroine of the Siege of Beauvais, 1472 (chromolitho)
1093908 Jeanne Hachette, French heroine of the Siege of Beauvais, 1472 (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jeanne Hachette)

Louis XIV Beauvais ports de mer tapestry, c. 1700 (wool & silk)
3281648 Louis XIV Beauvais ports de mer tapestry, c.1700 (wool & silk) by French School, (18th century); 323x300 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: By Philip Behagle or Noel Antoine de Merou)

A Tour of the Pickwick Cycling Club in France (engraving)
1041563 A Tour of the Pickwick Cycling Club in France (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Tour of the Pickwick Cycling Club in France)

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Beauvais, a city rich in history and culture, holds many treasures within its borders. From the legendary Saint Wilgefortis to the majestic Church of St Etienne, this enchanting place is steeped in stories waiting to be discovered. In 1930, tragedy struck as an airship named R101 crashed, leaving behind a somber reminder of human vulnerability. The military paid their respects with solemn honors for those lost in this devastating event. Amidst the chaos and sorrow, life finds its way to shine through. Ducks find solace and rest under the warm embrace of sunshine in a serene painting titled "Ducks Resting Sunshine" by an unknown artist from 1753. Vincent of Beauvais, a renowned scholar from the Middle Ages, left his mark on history with his masterpiece "Speculum historiale. " This comprehensive work delves into various aspects of knowledge and serves as a testament to Vincent's intellectual prowess. Another artistic gem attributed to Vincent Beauvais depicts Heraclius' triumphant victory over the Saracens. A miniature illustration from Le Miroir captures this historical moment with intricate detail and skillful craftsmanship. During World War II, Beauvais witnessed aerial warfare firsthand. An aerial view showcases how this resilient city stood strong amidst destruction and turmoil. The life of St. Jacques le Majeur unfolds before our eyes through captivating imagery where Hermogenes finds himself bound by circumstances beyond his control. Withers issued forth justice as depicted in this vivid portrayal. The wreckage left behind by the ill-fated British Airship R101 serves as a haunting reminder of humanity's pursuit for progress at great cost. Vincent once again takes us back in time with his artwork depicting The Capture of Acre during the late 12th century. Through his brushstrokes or pen strokes lies a glimpse into significant historical events that shaped our world today.