Berri Collection

FALL OF REBEL ANGELS. Illumination from the 15th century manuscript of the Tres Riches Heures of Jean, Duke of Berry
FALL OF REBEL ANGELS. Illumination from the 15th century manuscript of the " Tres Riches Heures" of Jean, Duke of Berry

August - the Chateau d Etampes, 15th century, (1939). Creator: Jean Limbourg
August - the Chateau d Etampes, 15th century, (1939). Aout - Le Chateau D Etampes. Nobles ride out on a falconry expedition: the man on the right is a beater with long stick to flush out the game

October - the Louvre, 15th century, (1939). Creators: Paul Limbourg, Jean Colombe
October - the Louvre, 15th century, (1939). Octobre - Le Louvre. Peasants sowing seed in a ploughed field: the man on the right is broadcasting by hand, as magpies eat the fallen grain

March - the Chateau de Lusignan, 15th century, (1939). Creators: Paul Limbourg, Jean Colombe
March - the Chateau de Lusignan, 15th century, (1939). Mars - Le Chateau De Lusignan. Agricultural activities: ploughing with oxen, pruning grape vines, a shepherd with sheep

La Duchesse de Berry (1798-1870) c. 1825 (oil on canvas)
XIR39164 La Duchesse de Berry (1798-1870) c.1825 (oil on canvas) by Lawrence, Thomas (1769-1830); 92x73 cm; Musee Crozatier, Le Puy-en-Velay, France; (add.info.: daughter of Francis)

December - the Chateau de Vincennes, 15th century, (1939). Creator: Paul Limbourg
December - the Chateau de Vincennes, 15th century, (1939). Decembre - Le Chateau De Vincennes. Hunting scene in a forest: dogs tear apart a wild boar. The man on the right sounds a horn

September - the Chateau de Saumur, 15th century, (1939). Creators: Paul Limbourg, Jean Colombe
September - the Chateau de Saumur, 15th century, (1939). Septembre - the Chateau de Saumur. Grape harvest in the vineyards: people gather grapes in baskets, donkeys carry them in panniers

July - the Chateau at Poitiers, 15th century, (1939). Creator: Paul Limbourg
July - the Chateau at Poitiers, 15th century, (1939). Juillet - Le Chateau De Poitiers. Farm workers harvesting wheat with scythes and shearing sheep

May - the town of Riom, 15th century, (1939). Creator: Jean Limbourg
May - the town of Riom, 15th century, (1939). Mai - La Ville De Riom. Cavalcade on the first of May, with trumpeters and riders, the women dressed in green

April - the Chateau de Dourdan, 15th century, (1939). Creator: Jean Limbourg
April - the Chateau de Dourdan, 15th century, (1939). Avril - Le Chateau De Dourdan. Engagement scene with a couple exchanging rings in front of witnesses

November - feeding pigs on acorns, 15th century, (1939). Creator: Jean Colombe
November - feeding pigs on acorns, 15th century, (1939). Novembre - La Glandee. Swineherd with mastiff grazing his pigs among the oak trees, using a stick to knock down the acorns

June - the palace and the Sainte-Chapelle, 15th century, (1939). Creators: Hermann Limbourg
June - the palace and the Sainte-Chapelle, 15th century, (1939). Juin - Le Palais Et La Sainte-Chapelle. Barefoot peasants hay-making in the fields: men wield scythes as they cut the grass

Marie-Caroline de Bourbon-Sicile, Duchess of Berry 1798-1870
Marie-Caroline de Bourbon-Sicile, Duchess of Berry, Caroline Ferdinande Louise, Duchesse de Berri 1798-1870. Handcoloured lithograph by Madame Calon from Le Bibliophile Jacob aka Paul Lacroixs

Charles Ferdinand de Bourbon, Duke of Berry, 1778-1820. In the uniform of the Gardes du corps de Monsieur. Handcoloured lithograph from Le Bibliophile Jacob aka Paul Lacroixs Costumes Historiques de

FRANCH COURT 1393
The French court, with the ducs de Bourgogne and Berri acting as regents Date: 1393

The Belles Heures of Jean de France, duc de Berry, 1405-1408 / 1409. Creators: Hermann Limbourg
The Belles Heures of Jean de France, duc de Berry, 1405-1408/1409

January - the Duc de Berry at table, 15th century, (1939). Creator: Jean Limbourg
January - the Duc de Berry at table, 15th century, (1939). Janvier - Le Duc De Berry A Table. Jean de France, duc de Berry (1340-1416, the seated figure in a blue robe) at a New Year banquet

Murray River sunset. South Australia
River Murray. South Australia

Festivities honor entry Antwerp Francis Duke
Festivities in honor of the entry into Antwerp of Francis, Duke of Anjou and Alencon, Italian theater prints, Plantin, Christophe, ca

Madame Duchess de Berri
Marie-Caroline de Bourbon-Sicile, duchess de Berry (1798-1870), Italian princess of the House of Bourbon who married into the French royal family. circa 1830s

Charles Duc De Berri - 2
CHARLES duc de BERRI also known as Charles de France Second son of Charles VII Soldier wearing armour. Date: 1446 - 1472

Charles Duc De Berri
CHARLES duc de BERRI also known as Charles de France Second son of Charles VII Soldier. Date: 1446 - 1472

LA Poule Noire
LA POULE NOIRE - Peasants of Berri, central France, who wish to summon the Evil One, take a black hen into the fields at night, crying Who ll buy my black hen ? Date: 1855

Colorful notes on the antiquities and monuments of Berri, 19th century engraving

The Pond near the Road, Farm in Le Berry, c. 1845-48 (oil on wood)
XIR386440 The Pond near the Road, Farm in Le Berry, c.1845-48 (oil on wood) by Rousseau, Theodore (1812-67); 34.5x53.5 cm; Musee d Orsay, Paris, France; (add.info.: La Mare pres de la Route)

Marie-Caroline de Bourbon (1798-1870) Duchesse de Berry (litho)
KW232452 Marie-Caroline de Bourbon (1798-1870) Duchesse de Berry (litho) by French School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Princess of the Two Sicilies; ); Ken Welsh; French

Marie-Caroline de Bourbon (1798-1870) Duchesse de Berry, c. 1825 (oil on canvas)
XIR234185 Marie-Caroline de Bourbon (1798-1870) Duchesse de Berry, c.1825 (oil on canvas) by Lawrence, Thomas (1769-1830); 91x71 cm; ChAteau de Versailles

1393 French Court
The French court, with the ducs de Bourgogne and Berri acting as regents

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"Berri: A Journey Through Time and Art" Step into the enchanting world of Berri, where centuries-old manuscripts and paintings come to life. The Fall of Rebel Angels illuminates the pages of the 15th-century Tres Riches Heures of Jean, Duke of Berry, captivating us with its intricate details and celestial drama. In another masterpiece, La Duchesse de Berry gazes at us from a canvas painted in 1825. Her elegance and poise transcend time, reminding us of the enduring allure of royalty. As we explore further, December unveils the majestic Chateau de Vincennes in all its glory. Paul Limbourg's brushstrokes transport us back to this medieval fortress, evoking a sense of grandeur that still echoes through history. October takes us on a journey to the Louvre in the 15th century. With Paul Limbourg and Jean Colombe as our guides, we immerse ourselves in their artistry as they bring this iconic landmark to life before our eyes. The Chateau de Saumur beckons us in September—a testament to architectural marvels frozen in time. Created by Paul Limbourg and Jean Colombe, their collaboration transports us to an era filled with chivalry and romance. July unfolds at the Chateau at Poitiers—an exquisite gem nestled amidst lush landscapes. Paul Limbourg's strokes capture every detail with precision while inviting our imagination to wander within these ancient walls. May introduces Riom—a quaint town frozen forever within Jean Limbourg's creation. Its charm emanates from each brushstroke as we envision bustling streets filled with merchants trading goods long ago. April reveals itself through the Chateau de Dourdan—Jean Limbourg's vision encapsulates both strength and beauty within these stone walls. We can almost hear whispers from past inhabitants echoing through time. March invites us into Lusignan—the Chateau standing proud against the backdrop of Paul Limbourg and Jean Colombe's artistry.