Belloc Collection

Hilaire Belloc (1870-1953), versatile French born British writer of poetry, history, and essays. Date: 1914

A Semi-Nude Woman Amongst Trees, c. 1850s-1860s (albumen print
991436 A Semi-Nude Woman Amongst Trees, c.1850s-1860s (albumen print, mounted within ruled borders) by Belloc, Auguste (1801-98); 20.95x16.51 (approx) cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Three Nude Women on a Chaise Lounge, c. 1850 (albumen print, mounted within ruled borders)
991435 Three Nude Women on a Chaise Lounge, c.1850 (albumen print, mounted within ruled borders) by Belloc, Auguste (1801-98); 20.95x16.51 (approx) cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

[Nude Standing by Bed], ca. 1854. Creator: Auguste Belloc
[Nude Standing by Bed], ca. 1854

(Joseph) Hilaire Belloc (1870-1953), French-born British poet, writer and polemicist, 1927. A Roman Catholic, Belloc was a follower of Cardinal Newman

Hilaire Belloc In His Boat. Joseph Hilaire Pierre Rene Belloc, 1870 To 1953. Anglo-French Writer And Historian. From The Book Back To Montparnasse By Sisley Huddleston, Published 1931

Joseph Hilaire Pierre Rene Belloc, 1870 To 1953. Anglo-French Writer And Historian. After The Drawing By H. A
Joseph Hilaire Pierre Rene Belloc, 1870 To 1953. Anglo-French Writer And Historian. After The Drawing By H.A.Perry From The Book Back To Montparnasse By Sisley Huddleston, Published 1931

The House of Peril by Horace Annesley Vachel
Promotional postcard for The House of Peril by Horace Annesley Vachel from Mrs Belloc Lowndes novel The Chink in the Armour (1912). First produced at the Queens Theatre, 8th March 1919

A Censored Incident by H. M. Bateman
A cartoon by H. M. Bateman in their issue devoted to lampooning censorship during the Great War. Mr. Hilaire Belloc explaining how the war should be conducted

Gilbert Keith Chesterton (1874-1936) English novelist, poet and critic. Friend of Belloc. Roman Catholic convert. Creator of fictional detective Father Brown (1911). Card published 1927

Early field telephone. Historical artwork of a 19th century field telephone. Telephone technology was developed by Alexander Graham Bell by 1876

Military semaphore, 19th century
Military semaphore. Historical artwork of a mobile semaphore system in use in the Crimean War (1853- 1856). The first efficient semaphore telegraphy system (sending messages by semaphore signals)

Optical telegraphy, 19th century
Optical telegraphy. Historical artwork of a light- signalling device used in optical telegraphy. This is a Mangin projector, invented by colonel Mangin in the early 1880s

Pneumatic tubes, 19th century
Pneumatic tubes. Historical artwork of a pneumatic messaging system at the Paris Post Office, France, in the 19th century

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Hilaire Belloc, a name that resonates with literary brilliance and artistic intrigue. From his thought-provoking writings to his captivating photographs, Belloc's multifaceted talent knows no bounds. In the realm of literature, Hilaire Belloc stands as a French-born British poet, writer, and polemicist. His words have the power to transport readers to distant lands and evoke deep emotions within their souls. With each stroke of his pen, he weaves intricate tales that captivate both young and old alike. But it is not just through writing that Belloc expresses himself. In the world of photography, he captures moments frozen in time with remarkable skill. A Semi-Nude Woman Amongst Trees transports us to an ethereal realm where nature intertwines with human form in perfect harmony. Three Nude Women on a Chaise Lounge takes us back to an era long gone by, showcasing beauty in its purest form within ruled borders. These albumen prints are testaments to Belloc's ability to capture sensuality and grace through his lens. Not limited to capturing others' beauty alone, Auguste Belloc immortalizes Hilaire himself in [Nude Standing by Bed]. This photograph reveals vulnerability amidst strength - a glimpse into the complex persona of this enigmatic figure. Belloc's influence extends beyond his own artistry; he forms lasting connections with other luminaries like Gilbert Keith Chesterton - an English novelist, poet, and critic who shares both friendship and intellectual camaraderie with him. As we delve deeper into the life of Joseph Hilaire Pierre Rene Belloc (1870-1953), we discover more facets of this Anglo-French writer and historian. The House of Peril by Horace Annesley Vachel unveils yet another layer of mystery surrounding him while A Censored Incident by H. M Bateman hints at controversy lurking beneath the surface. Intriguingly, Belloc's adventures extend to the waters as well.