Chateau Gaillard Collection

Chateau Gaillard, Les Andelys, Eure, Normandy, France, Europe

Plan of Chateau Gaillard (engraving)
2812373 Plan of Chateau Gaillard (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Plan of Chateau Gaillard)

France, Normandy, Les Andelys, Gaillard Castle and River Seine

Vue du quai et de l hotel de Conti, d apres La Belle, 1640 (engraving)
963096 Vue du quai et de l hotel de Conti, d apres La Belle, 1640 (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Vue du quai et de l hotel de Conti, d apres La Belle)

f. 259r The Siege of Chateau-Gaillard in 1204 when Philip Augustus of France (1165-1223
XTR87681 f.259r The Siege of Chateau-Gaillard in 1204 when Philip Augustus of France (1165-1223) defeated King John (Lackland) of England (1199-1216), from the Grandes Chroniques de France

Les Andelys, Chateau Gaillard, Cote de la riviere (colour photo)
2803512 Les Andelys, Chateau Gaillard, Cote de la riviere (colour photo) by French Photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Les Andelys, Chateau Gaillard)

On the Seine near Chateau Gaillard at Les Andeleys between Rouen and Paris (oil on canvas
3963592 On the Seine near Chateau Gaillard at Les Andeleys between Rouen and Paris (oil on canvas) by Murray, George (1875-1933); 33.7x43.5 cm; Newport Museum and Art Gallery

Chateau Gaillard (engraving)
3092276 Chateau Gaillard (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chateau Gaillard. Illustration for Picturesque Europe (Cassell, c 1880)

The Wanderings of the Beetle (colour litho)
1045088 The Wanderings of the Beetle (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Wanderings of the Beetle)

Village of Andelys - Chateau Gaillard, Coeur de Lion, 1856. Creator: Alfred Capel-Cure
Village of Andelys - Chateau Gaillard, Coeur de Lion, 1856

Chateau Gaillard panorama, Les Andelys, Eure, Normandy, France, Europe

Chateau Gaillard, c1864-1906, (1906). Artist: Alfred Edward East
Chateau Gaillard is a ruined medieval castle, which overlooks the River Seine. After an original work by Sir Alfred Edward East (1844-1913)

Landscape Chateau Gaillard Jean-Jacques de Boissieu
Landscape with the Chateau Gaillard; Jean-Jacques de Boissieu (French, 1736 - 1810); 1796; Pen with black and gray ink and brush and gray wash

Village Andelys Chateau Gaillard Coeur de Lion
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Chateau Gaillard, NORMANDY AND BRITTANY, FRANCE, 19th century engraving

NEAR CHATEAU GAILLARD, NORMANDY AND BRITTANY, FRANCE, 19th century engraving

NEAR CHATEAU GAILLARD, NORMANDY AND BRITTANY, FRANCE, 19th century engraving

Chateau Gaillard, NORMANDY AND BRITTANY, FRANCE, 19th century engraving

Chateau Gaillard, Les Andelys, Haute Normandie (Normandy), France, Europe

Chateau Gaillard and River Seine, Les Andelys, Haute Normandie (Normandy), France, Europe

Chateau Gaillard and the River Seine, Eure, Normandy, France, Europe

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Chateau Gaillard, located in Les Andelys, Eure, Normandy, France, is a captivating medieval fortress that stands proudly on the hill overlooking the River Seine. This architectural masterpiece has been an iconic symbol of power and grandeur for centuries. The plan reveals its strategic layout and formidable defenses. Built by Richard the Lionheart in the late 12th century, this castle was designed to withstand any siege. Its imposing walls and towers served as a testament to Richard's military prowess. The history is filled with dramatic events. One such tragic incident occurred in 1820 when Margaret of Burgundy met her untimely end within its prison walls. The haunting painting by Emile Jean-Horace Vernet captures the somber atmosphere surrounding her death. A glimpse into life during the 17th century can be seen through an engraving titled "Vue du quai et de l'hotel de Conti. " It showcases the bustling activity near Chateau Gaillard at that time, providing a window into daily life in this enchanting region. The Siege of Chateau-Gaillard in 1204 marked a significant turning point in history as Philip Augustus of France successfully captured this impregnable fortress from King John of England. The detailed depiction on f. 259r brings this momentous event to life. Artistic renditions also capture the beauty surrounding Chateau Gaillard. An oil painting portrays a serene scene on the banks of River Seine near Les Andelys while an engraving showcases its majestic presence against a backdrop of rolling hills. Even literature finds inspiration from this magnificent castle; "The Wanderings of the Beetle" takes readers on an imaginative journey through its ancient halls and secret passageways. In Alfred Capel-Cure's painting "Village of Andelys - Chateau Gaillard, " we witness how locals embraced the castle as an integral part of their community.