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A chevalier of the Crusades, in chainmail and white tunic with red cross; he carries a spear and a heavy sword

Poster advertising Maurice Chevalier Cherry Brandy. Date: early 20th century

Francesco Matania
Chevalier Francesco Matania (1884-1957), operatic singer and professor of singing, pictured in The Tatler at the time of his return to London in 1920

Crusader Praying
A French Chevalier banneret (horseman carrying a banner) prays before leaving for the Second Crusade

Knight, from the Codex Capodilista (vellum)
488825 Knight, from the Codex Capodilista (vellum) by Italian School, (15th century); Biblioteca Civica, Padua, Italy; (add.info.: Chevalier)

Mr Albert Chevaliers Recitals
This postcard titled Mr Albert Chevaliers Recitals shows the many characters Albert Chevalier played. As the coster, fourth from right in the front row, he sang his famous coster songs

The Dolly Sisters resting, Paris
The Dolly Sisters with Maurice Chevalier and Yvonne Valle, resting during a perfomance of Paris en Fleurs, Casino de Paris, Paris, 1925 1925

Unknown 1862 Felix Bracquemond French 1833-1914
An Unknown, 1862. Felix Bracquemond (French, 1833-1914), A. Cadart and F. Chevalier. Etching and drypoint; sheet: 32.7 x 48.3 cm (12 7/8 x 19 in.); platemark: 18.8 x 31.8 cm (7 3/8 x 12 1/2 in.)

Don Quixote of La Mancha, 1603 - 1605 (engraving)
8899815 Don Quixote of La Mancha, 1603 - 1605 (engraving) by Portuguese School, (17th century); (add.info.: Don Quixote of La Mancha (The Ingenious Gentleman Don Quixote of La Mancha)

Joan of Arc on horseback brandishing a sword (engraving)
8723996 Joan of Arc on horseback brandishing a sword (engraving) by Spanish School, (16th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The maiden on horseback)

Cover of a school notebook, 1927 (handwritten)
8713113 Cover of a school notebook, 1927 (handwritten); 22,5 x 17,5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Homework book by Antoinette Biron, aged 11 ½, in the second middle class)

Thibaut IV Count of Champagne at the feet of the White Queen of Castile to warn her of danger (engraving)
5942884 Thibaut IV Count of Champagne at the feet of the White Queen of Castile to warn her of danger (engraving); Private Collection; (add.info)

Jean Baptiste Joseph, chevalier Delambre, 1749 - 1822
3083213 Jean Baptiste Joseph, chevalier Delambre, 1749 - 1822.; Private Collection; (add.info.: French mathematician and astronomer. Hand writing sample.).

Saint George defeating the dragon and the princess. Anonymous 14th century mural. Cathedrale de San Donnino, Fidenza
VEN5033870 Saint George defeating the dragon and the princess. Anonymous 14th century mural. Cathedrale de San Donnino, Fidenza.; (add.info.: Saint George defeating the dragon and the princess)

Archangel Saint Michael defeating the dragon (satan). Painting by Giuseppe Zattera (1826-1891)
VEN5027840 Archangel Saint Michael defeating the dragon (satan). Painting by Giuseppe Zattera (1826-1891). San Michele, parish church

Orders of Chivalry: Prussian Order of the Black Eagle 1, Russian Order of St
FLO4575944 Orders of Chivalry: Prussian Order of the Black Eagle 1, Russian Order of St. Andrew the Apostle 2, Swedish Royal Order of the Seraphim 3

Une fillette se defendant avec son parapluie devant un chevalier en armure avec son epee
COI4130859 Une fillette se defendant avec son parapluie devant un chevalier en armure avec son epee. Gravure du journal "Gazette des Enfants", 1895

Knight and nobleman of Burgundy, 1581
FLO4705634 Knight and nobleman of Burgundy, 1581.; (add.info.: Knight and nobleman of Burgundy, 1581.); © Florilegius.

Norman Knight and Archers of 1066, illustration from 'A Critical Inquiry into Antient Armour' by Sir Samuel
FLO4678174 Norman Knight and Archers of 1066, illustration from 'A Critical Inquiry into Antient Armour' by Sir Samuel Rush Meyrick, 1842 (colour litho); (add.info.: John Dowding, London)

Orders of Chivalry: chain of the Order of the Golden Fleece 369, chain of the Order of Saint Michael 370
FLO4703244 Orders of Chivalry: chain of the Order of the Golden Fleece 369, chain of the Order of Saint Michael 370, chain of the Order of the Holy Spirit 371, cross of the Order of St

Jousting at a quintain or pavo. Taken from Antoine de Pluvinel's L'Instruction du Roy en l'exercise de
FLO4703029 Jousting at a quintain or pavo. Taken from Antoine de Pluvinel's L'Instruction du Roy en l'exercise de riding a horse, 1668

Jousting at a ring. Taken from Antoine de Pluvinel's L'Instruction du Roy en l'exercise de riding a horse
FLO4703010 Jousting at a ring. Taken from Antoine de Pluvinel's L'Instruction du Roy en l'exercise de riding a horse, 1668

Kubelturnier or bucket joust, 16th century. Copied from works by Jeremias Schemer and Esaias von Hulsen (1570-1626)
FLO4703100 Kubelturnier or bucket joust, 16th century. Copied from works by Jeremias Schemer and Esaias von Hulsen (1570-1626)

Literature. Don Quixote and the lion. Illustration: Don Quixote, by Miguel de Cervantes (1605-1615), Munich (Germany)
3434406 Literature. Don Quixote and the lion. Illustration: Don Quixote, by Miguel de Cervantes (1605-1615), Munich (Germany), 1880 (colour engraving); (add.info.: Litterature. Coll. Part)

Music. Opera. Rienzi, opera by Richard Wagner (1842). Postcard, Austria, c.1910 (postcard)
3434042 Music. Opera. Rienzi, opera by Richard Wagner (1842). Postcard, Austria, c.1910 (postcard); (add.info.: Opera. Rienzi, opera de Richard Wagner (1842). Coll. Part. Music. Opera

Don Quixote on his horse, next to Sancho on his donkey, 19th century (illustration)
8899812 Don Quixote on his horse, next to Sancho on his donkey, 19th century (illustration) by Bertall, Charles Albert d'Arnoux (1820-82); (add.info.: Don Quixote on his horse)

Herring Day, Rouvray-Saint-Denis (print)
8822178 Herring Day, Rouvray-Saint-Denis (print) by Unknown Artist, (15th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Herring Day (Battle of the Herrings or Battle of Rouvray)

Orders of Chivalry: Teutonic Knight 1, Order of the Golden Fleece 2, Royal Hungarian Order of St
FLO4575927 Orders of Chivalry: Teutonic Knight 1, Order of the Golden Fleece 2, Royal Hungarian Order of St. Stephen 3, Bavarian Order of St. Hubert 4

Knight (reiter) with wheel-lock pistol and harem pants A, jester with bladder and marotte (bauble), B
FLO4644278 Knight (reiter) with wheel-lock pistol and harem pants A, jester with bladder and marotte (bauble), B, and girl in long petticoat and apron from Strasbourg C

Ceremonial robes of knights of the Golden Fleece A, Order of the Garter B, Teutonic Knights C, D
FLO4644371 Ceremonial robes of knights of the Golden Fleece A, Order of the Garter B, Teutonic Knights C, D, and sword and wreath of Georg Hund von Wenkheim E, 1560-1600

Silver coin decorated with the Cross of the Knights of the Order of Saint Stephen
BEN5480402 Silver coin decorated with the Cross of the Knights of the Order of Saint Stephen (Sacro Militare Ordine di Santo Stefano Papa e Martire)

Thibaut IV Count of Champagne at the feet of the White Queen of Castile to warn her of danger (engraving)
5942902 Thibaut IV Count of Champagne at the feet of the White Queen of Castile to warn her of danger (engraving); Private Collection; (add.info)

Literature. Don Quixote dubed knight. Illustration: Don Quixote, by Miguel de Cervantes (1605-1615), Munich (Germany)
3434405 Literature. Don Quixote dubed knight. Illustration: Don Quixote, by Miguel de Cervantes (1605-1615), Munich (Germany), 1880 (colour engraving); (add.info.: Litterature. Coll. Part)

Don Quichotte, Don Quixote, 1605 (colour engraving)
3434402 Don Quichotte, Don Quixote, 1605 (colour engraving); (add.info.: Litterature. Coll. Part. Literature. Don Quixote and the boat)

Title page of Book 3, volume 2 of the series of Robert Spalart. The title is written in German
FLO4707249 Title page of Book 3, volume 2 of the series of Robert Spalart. The title is written in German and the page is decorated with a vignette depicting a naked boy with a helmet and an epee

Chain of the Sacred Military Constantinian Order of Saint George 363, chain of the Order of Cyprus
FLO4703200 Chain of the Sacred Military Constantinian Order of Saint George 363, chain of the Order of Cyprus (Orden des Stillschweigens) 364, chain of the Order of cross of the Order of St

Genealogy of the kings of Spain: Rodrigo (Ruy) Diaz de Vivar, known as the Cid; Ferdinand Gonzalez (910-970)
CUL4867933 Genealogy of the kings of Spain: Rodrigo (Ruy) Diaz de Vivar, known as the Cid; Ferdinand Gonzalez (910-970); Ferdinand I

Illustration of an edition of Pushkin's drama " Boris Godunov" illustrated by Boris Zworykine
CUL4867242 Illustration of an edition of Pushkin's drama " Boris Godunov" illustrated by Boris Zworykine and published in Paris in 1927. Portion of Marina. Engraving. SPAIN. CATALONIA

Chevelier of the order of the shoe or of Saint Mark of the serene republic of Venice - Knights of the Calza
FLO4686552 Chevelier of the order of the shoe or of Saint Mark of the serene republic of Venice - Knights of the Calza, (silk stocking), a Venetian order of chivalry, after Vittorio Carpaccio

Joan of Arc taken prisoner in Compiegne, 19th century (wood engraving)
8822183 Joan of Arc taken prisoner in Compiegne, 19th century (wood engraving); Private Collection; (add.info.: Joan of Arc was taken prisoner in Compiegne by the Burgundian lord Jean de Luxembourg)

Don Quichotte sur Rossinante, accompagne de Sancho Panca sur son ane Grison, vers 1640 (illustration)
8899814 Don Quichotte sur Rossinante, accompagne de Sancho Panca sur son ane Grison, vers 1640 (illustration) by Lagniet, Jacques (1620-1672); (add.info.: Don Quichotte sur son cheval Rossinante)

Don Quichotte sur son cheval, suivi par Sancho sur son ane, 1863 (gravure)
8899810 Don Quichotte sur son cheval, suivi par Sancho sur son ane, 1863 (gravure) by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); (add.info.: Don Quichotte sur son cheval, suivi par Sancho sur son ane)

Don Quixote de la Mancha the ingenious knight, 19th century (illustration)
8822168 Don Quixote de la Mancha the ingenious knight, 19th century (illustration) by Roux, George (1853-1929); Private Collection; (add.info)

Joan of Arc at the head of her army, 1491 (woodcut)
8822184 Joan of Arc at the head of her army, 1491 (woodcut); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jehanne la Pucelle: Joan of Arc on horseback with the sword raised at the head of her army - woodcut)

V for Victory, 1908 (photo)
8713237 V for Victory, 1908 (photo); 31,5 x 25 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: in "To learn to read by Henri Manuel, published by the Librairie Felix Juven, Paris, 1908)

Detail representing archers. Bayeux Tapestry or Queen Mathilde Embroidery, 1077 (70.34x050 m). Bayeux Bible
BEN5462265 Detail representing archers. Bayeux Tapestry or Queen Mathilde Embroidery, 1077 (70.34x050 m). Bayeux Bible. Bayeux (Calvados); Photo © Raffaello Bencini.

Portrait of Ercole II of Este (1508-1559) (Hercules II) standing in armor. Detail. painting by Girolamo da Carpi (ca)
VEN5032808 Portrait of Ercole II of Este (1508-1559) (Hercules II) standing in armor. Detail. painting by Girolamo da Carpi (ca)

Knight of St. Louis. The Royal and Military Order of Saint Louis was founded in 1693 by Louis XIV
FLO4686059 Knight of St. Louis. The Royal and Military Order of Saint Louis was founded in 1693 by Louis XIV. Handcoloured steel engraving by Hippolyte Pauquet after J

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"Chevalier: The Timeless Elegance of Men in Costume" Step into the world of Chevalier, where men don costumes that embody chivalry and valor. From the intricate armor worn by knights to the dashing attire 13, this collection celebrates the artistry and grace of historical fashion. Francesco Matania's stunning depiction from the Codex Capodilista transports us back to a time when knights roamed the land, their bravery shining through every piece of armor they wore. The poster advertising Maurice Chevalier Cherry Brandy captures a different kind - one who charms with his voice and charisma. But it's not just about knights and performers; even crusaders find solace in prayer as depicted in this captivating image. Mr. Albert Chevaliers Recitals bring forth another facet of chevaliers - those who captivate audiences with their recitations, transporting them to different worlds through words alone. In Paris, even the famous Dolly Sisters take a moment to rest amidst their glamorous lives, showcasing how chevaliers exist beyond traditional notions. Felix Bracquemond's mysterious artwork from 1862 adds an air of intrigue to our understanding of what it means to be a chevalier. Matania's advertisement illustration reminds us that being a chevalier is not limited to history or art; it can also be found in everyday life. Paul Gavarni (Sulpice Guillaume Chevalier), a French artist himself, embodies this spirit as he brings his creative visions to life on canvas. Michel Chevalier, known for his contributions as an economist and statesman, exemplifies how one can be both intellectual and gallant at once. And let us not forget those bestowed with prestigious titles like Knight of the Order Santiago - true embodiments of honor and nobility. Chevailer transcends time and culture, reminding us that the spirit of chivalry lives on.