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Claude Louis Hector De Villars Collection

Claude Louis Hector de Villars, a prominent figure during the reign of Louis XIV of France, played a crucial role in foreign affairs and wars that defined this era

Background imageClaude Louis Hector De Villars Collection: Louis Hector, duc de Villars, 1778. Creator: Antoine de Marcenay Ghuy

Louis Hector, duc de Villars, 1778. Creator: Antoine de Marcenay Ghuy
Louis Hector, duc de Villars, 1778

Background imageClaude Louis Hector De Villars Collection: Foreign affairs and wars during the reign of Louis XIV of France, 1661-1715 (colour litho)

Foreign affairs and wars during the reign of Louis XIV of France, 1661-1715 (colour litho)
5207746 Foreign affairs and wars during the reign of Louis XIV of France, 1661-1715 (colour litho) by Girard, Joseph (fl.1930-50); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageClaude Louis Hector De Villars Collection: Villars (chromolitho)

Villars (chromolitho)
667638 Villars (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Villars. French educational card, published by Hachette, c 1900.); © Look and Learn

Background imageClaude Louis Hector De Villars Collection: Visit of Villars to King Louis XIV at Marly (colour litho)

Visit of Villars to King Louis XIV at Marly (colour litho)
2795513 Visit of Villars to King Louis XIV at Marly (colour litho) by Leloir, Maurice (1853-1940); Private Collection; (add.info.: Visit of Villars to King Louis XIV at Marly)

Background imageClaude Louis Hector De Villars Collection: Claude-Louis-Hector De Villars, 1653-1734 (colour litho)

Claude-Louis-Hector De Villars, 1653-1734 (colour litho)
2790246 Claude-Louis-Hector De Villars, 1653-1734 (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Claude-Louis-Hector De Villars, 1653-1734)

Background imageClaude Louis Hector De Villars Collection: Marshal Villars and Prince Eugene of Savoy meeting to negotiate the Treaty of Rastatt

Marshal Villars and Prince Eugene of Savoy meeting to negotiate the Treaty of Rastatt, 1713 (engraving)
3647544 Marshal Villars and Prince Eugene of Savoy meeting to negotiate the Treaty of Rastatt, 1713 (engraving) by Philippoteaux

Background imageClaude Louis Hector De Villars Collection: Villars blesse a Malplaquet. Claude Louis Hector de Villars, Marshal of France

Villars blesse a Malplaquet. Claude Louis Hector de Villars, Marshal of France, wounded at the Battle of Malplaquet
6029314 Villars blesse a Malplaquet. Claude Louis Hector de Villars, Marshal of France, wounded at the Battle of Malplaquet, War of the Spanish Succession, 1709 (engraving) by Lix

Background imageClaude Louis Hector De Villars Collection: Bicentennial of the French victory at the Battle of Denain (colour litho)

Bicentennial of the French victory at the Battle of Denain (colour litho)
2779845 Bicentennial of the French victory at the Battle of Denain (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageClaude Louis Hector De Villars Collection: Portrait of Marshal General Claude-Louis-Hector de Villars (1653-1734)

Portrait of Marshal General Claude-Louis-Hector de Villars (1653-1734). Private Collection

Background imageClaude Louis Hector De Villars Collection: Meeting of Marshal Villars and Prince Eugene of Savoy in Rastadt, 1898. Artist: Marshal Villars

Meeting of Marshal Villars and Prince Eugene of Savoy in Rastadt, 1898. Artist: Marshal Villars
Meeting of Marshal Villars and Prince Eugene of Savoy in Rastadt, 1898. A print from Les Francais Illustres, by Gustave Demoulin, Hachette, Paris, 1898

Background imageClaude Louis Hector De Villars Collection: Claude Louis Hector de Villars, French military commander, 1898. Artist: Gilbert

Claude Louis Hector de Villars, French military commander, 1898. Artist: Gilbert
Claude Louis Hector de Villars, French military commander, 1898. A print from Les Francais Illustres, by Gustave Demoulin, Hachette, Paris, 1898

Background imageClaude Louis Hector De Villars Collection: Claude Louis Hector de Villars wounded at the battle of Malplaquet, 1898. Artist: Barbant

Claude Louis Hector de Villars wounded at the battle of Malplaquet, 1898. Artist: Barbant
Claude Louis Hector de Villars wounded at the battle of Malplaquet, 1898. A print from Les Francais Illustres, by Gustave Demoulin, Hachette, Paris, 1898

Background imageClaude Louis Hector De Villars Collection: Claude Louis Hector de Villars, French general, (c19th century). Artist: Delpech

Claude Louis Hector de Villars, French general, (c19th century). Artist: Delpech
Claude Louis Hector de Villars, French general, (c19th century). One of the greatest generals of Louis XIV, Marshal Villars (1653-1734)

Background imageClaude Louis Hector De Villars Collection: laude Louis Hector de Villars, Prince de Martigues, Marquis then Duc de Villars, Vicomte de Melun

laude Louis Hector de Villars, Prince de Martigues, Marquis then Duc de Villars, Vicomte de Melun, 1653 -1734
Claude Louis Hector de Villars, Prince de Martigues, Marquis then Duc de Villars, Vicomte de Melun, 1653 -1734. French general in reign of Louis XIV of France. He was Marshal General of France

Background imageClaude Louis Hector De Villars Collection: Claude Louis Hector De Villars, Prince De Martigues, Marquis Then Duc De Villars

Claude Louis Hector De Villars, Prince De Martigues, Marquis Then Duc De Villars, Vicomte De Melun, 1653 A


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Claude Louis Hector de Villars, a prominent figure during the reign of Louis XIV of France, played a crucial role in foreign affairs and wars that defined this era. With his strategic brilliance and military prowess, he left an indelible mark on history. In vibrant lithographs and chromolithos, we witness the grandeur of Villars' life. From his visit to King Louis XIV at Marly to negotiating the Treaty of Rastatt with Prince Eugene of Savoy, every moment captured tells a tale of power and diplomacy. Yet, it was not all glory for Villars. Engravings depict him wounded at the Battle of Malplaquet during the War of Spanish Succession in 1709. Despite facing adversity on the battlefield, he remained resolute in his commitment to serve France. The bicentennial celebration commemorating the French victory at the Battle of Denain showcases how Villars' leadership led to triumphs that resonated through generations. His portrait reveals a man who exuded authority and commanded respect as Marshal General Claude-Louis-Hector de Villars. Even today, artists continue to pay homage to this remarkable military commander. In paintings by Gilbert and Delpech from the 19th century, they capture his essence - a symbol of bravery and dedication. Claude Louis Hector de Villars remains an iconic figure whose contributions shaped French history during one of its most significant periods. Through these artworks spanning centuries, we are reminded of his unwavering commitment to serving his country with honor and valor.