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Chilperic Collection

Chilperic, a name that echoes through history with tales of intrigue and drama. In the annals of time, Chilperic's story is intertwined with scandal and bloodshed

Background imageChilperic Collection: Pierre tombale de Chilperic (engraving)

Pierre tombale de Chilperic (engraving)
5208614 Pierre tombale de Chilperic (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pierre tombale de Chilperic)

Background imageChilperic Collection: 'Chilperic'at the Empire Theatre (engraving)

"Chilperic"at the Empire Theatre (engraving)
1616626 " Chilperic" at the Empire Theatre (engraving) by Morehen, Horace (b.c.1841); Private Collection; (add.info.: " Chilperic" at the Empire Theatre)

Background imageChilperic Collection: The comic opera Chilperic at the Theatre des Varietes (colour litho)

The comic opera Chilperic at the Theatre des Varietes (colour litho)
2818613 The comic opera Chilperic at the Theatre des Varietes (colour litho) by Meyer, Henri (1841-99) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageChilperic Collection: Scene from Chilperic at the Lyceum Theatre (engraving)

Scene from Chilperic at the Lyceum Theatre (engraving)
1057121 Scene from Chilperic at the Lyceum Theatre (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Scene from Chilperic at the Lyceum Theatre)

Background imageChilperic Collection: Marcelle Lender Dancing the Bolero in 'Chilperic', 1895-1896

Marcelle Lender Dancing the Bolero in "Chilperic", 1895-1896
Marcelle Lender Dancing the Bolero in " Chilperic", 1895-1896

Background imageChilperic Collection: The Bishop Of Tournai Receiving The Tithe Of Beer Granted By King Chilperic

The Bishop Of Tournai Receiving The Tithe Of Beer Granted By King Chilperic. From 15Th Century Window In Cathedral Of Tournai

Background imageChilperic Collection: Dues On Wines, Granted To The Chapter Of Tournai By King Chilperic

Dues On Wines, Granted To The Chapter Of Tournai By King Chilperic. From The Windows Of The Cathedral Of Tournai, 15Th Century

Background imageChilperic Collection: Source Size = 2535 x 2945

Source Size = 2535 x 2945
Scene from Chilperic at the Lyceum Theatre, London, 1870

Background imageChilperic Collection: Mademoiselle Marcelle Lender, 1895 (litho and w / c) (proof of 7012)

Mademoiselle Marcelle Lender, 1895 (litho and w / c) (proof of 7012)
BAL56192 Mademoiselle Marcelle Lender, 1895 (litho and w/c) (proof of 7012) by Toulouse-Lautrec, Henri de (1864-1901); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

Background imageChilperic Collection: Portrait of Marcelle Lendor, 1895 (litho)

Portrait of Marcelle Lendor, 1895 (litho)
BAL53558 Portrait of Marcelle Lendor, 1895 (litho) by Toulouse-Lautrec, Henri de (1864-1901); Museum of Fine Arts (Szepmuveszeti) Budapest, Hungary; French, out of copyright

Background imageChilperic Collection: Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, Marcelle Lender Dancing the Bolero in Chilpa ric'

Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, Marcelle Lender Dancing the Bolero in Chilpa ric"
Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, Marcelle Lender Dancing the Bolero in " Chilpa© ric", French, 1864 - 1901, 1895-1896, oil on canvas

Background imageChilperic Collection: Mlle. Marcelle Lender, 1895 (litho)

Mlle. Marcelle Lender, 1895 (litho)
BAL7012 Mlle. Marcelle Lender, 1895 (litho) by Toulouse-Lautrec, Henri de (1864-1901); 32.5x24.6 cm; Victoria & Albert Museum, London, UK; French, out of copyright

Background imageChilperic Collection: Music cover for Godfreys Chilperic Quadrille

Music cover for Godfreys Chilperic Quadrille
Music cover for Charles Godfreys Chilperic Quadrille, based on airs from Herves popular opera buffa (or operetta) Chilperic

Background imageChilperic Collection: Music cover for Chilperic Quadrilles

Music cover for Chilperic Quadrilles
Music cover for the Chilperic Quadrilles, based on airs from Herves opera buffa (or operetta) Chilperic, arranged (probably for piano) by C H R Marriott

Background imageChilperic Collection: Clotilde / Butlers Saints

Clotilde / Butlers Saints
CLOTILDA Daughter of Chilperic, King of Bourgogne. Wife of Clovis, King of the Salian Franks

Background imageChilperic Collection: Medieval Beer Tax / France

Medieval Beer Tax / France
The Bishop of Tournai, Belgium, receiving the Tithe of beer granted by King Chilperic

Background imageChilperic Collection: Chilperic / Fredegonde

Chilperic / Fredegonde
Chilperic and Fredegonde at the tomb of St. Medard at Soissons. Date: circa 580

Background imageChilperic Collection: Fredegonde / Hist. D. Papes

Fredegonde / Hist. D. Papes
FREDEGONDE Wife/Queen of Chilperic I, King of Neustria

Background imageChilperic Collection: Chilperic II

Chilperic II
CHILPERIC II king of the Franks, a monk taken from a monastery and set up as a puppet king by Charles Martel, mayor of the palace

Background imageChilperic Collection: Clotaire II

Clotaire II
CLOTAIRE II king of Neustria, son of Chilperic I

Background imageChilperic Collection: Fredegonde, Q of Chilper

Fredegonde, Q of Chilper
FREDEGONDE queen of Chilperic I, king of Neustria

Background imageChilperic Collection: Chilperic I

Chilperic I
CHILPERIC I Merovingian king of Neustria known as Herod to his contemporaries, and eventually assassinated

Background imageChilperic Collection: CLOTILDE (474? - 545?)

CLOTILDE (474? - 545?)
(French royalty) daughter of Chilperic, king of Bourgogne, wife of Clovis, king of the Salian Franks


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Chilperic, a name that echoes through history with tales of intrigue and drama. In the annals of time, Chilperic's story is intertwined with scandal and bloodshed. It all began when Fredegonde accused him of unspeakable crimes, forever tarnishing his reputation. One dark chapter in Chilperic's life was the murder of Sigebert, a crime that sent shockwaves throughout the kingdom. The tombs of both Chilperic and Clovis stand as silent witnesses to their tumultuous reigns, engraved with stories etched in stone. But it wasn't just in death that Chilperic found himself immortalized. His name graced stages across Europe - from the Empire Theatre to the Theatre des Varietes and even at the Lyceum Theatre. "Chilperic, " a comic opera that brought laughter amidst historical turmoil. In 1895-1896, Marcelle Lender danced her way into hearts while performing the Bolero in "Chilperic. " Her litho captures her grace and beauty frozen in time, an enchanting tribute to this captivating production. Yet beyond entertainment lies another facet of Chilperic's legacy - his influence on governance. The Bishop of Tournai received tithes granted by King Chilperic himself; beer flowing freely as a symbol of power bestowed upon loyal subjects. And not only beer but also dues on wines were granted to the Chapter of Tournai during his reign. As we gaze upon engravings and lithographs depicting scenes from "Chilperic" or witness Mademoiselle Marcelle Lender's mesmerizing performance, let us remember this complex figure who left an indelible mark on history - both for better or worse.