Eloi Collection

Northumberland Fusiliers at St Eloi 1916
Northumberland Fusiliers wearing German helmets and gas masks captured during the fighting at St Eloi, near Ypres, on 27th March 1916

Eloi / Eligius Saint
OR ELIGIUS Patron Saint of Blacksmiths and Locksmiths

Saint Éloi saves Saint-Martial church on the Île de la Cité from a fire. Saint Eloi cures... c1250. Creator: Unknown
Saint Eloi saves Saint-Martial church on the Ile de la Cite from a fire. Saint Eloi cures a paralytic in the abbey of Saint-Denis, c1250

St. Eligius, n.d. Creator: Jean de Gourmont
St. Eligius, n.d

Saint Eligius and King Dagobert, 1520/30. Creator: Jean de Gourmont
Saint Eligius and King Dagobert, 1520/30

The Miracle of St. Eligius, predella panel from the Altarpiece of St. Mark, c
SCP44331 The Miracle of St. Eligius, predella panel from the Altarpiece of St. Mark, c.1488-90 (tempera on panel) (see 44342, 44348 44333) by Botticelli

Ms 62 f. 215r St. Eligius making a Shrine; St. Eligius at an Anvil, from a Book of Hours
3714672 Ms 62 f.215r St. Eligius making a Shrine; St. Eligius at an Anvil, from a Book of Hours, c.1445-50 (vellum) by Master of the Rohan Hours, (fl.1420-30); 24.5x17.8 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum

Saints Anthony Abbot and Eligius - Painted processional banner
SC14507 Saints Anthony Abbot and Eligius - Painted processional banner by Modena, Barnaba da (fl.1367-83); Victoria & Albert Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: St. Eligius and St)

Ms 62 f. 215r St. Eligius making a Shrine; St. Eligius at an Anvil, from a Book of Hours
FIT58517 Ms 62 f.215r St. Eligius making a Shrine; St. Eligius at an Anvil, from a Book of Hours, c.1445-50 (vellum) by Master of the Rohan Hours, (fl.1420-30); Fitzwilliam Museum

King Dagobert I (c. 603-39) putting his trousers on the wrong way round
CHT178740 King Dagobert I (c.603-39) putting his trousers on the wrong way round, illustration from France, Son Histoire by G

Dagobert being advised by Eligius (chromolitho)
667198 Dagobert being advised by Eligius (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dagobert being advised by Eligius)

Song lyrics for Le Bon Roi Dagobert, mid 19th century (coloured engraving)
CHT178739 Song lyrics for Le Bon Roi Dagobert, mid 19th century (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris

British soldiers trying on captured German headgear 1916
British soldiers of the Northumberland Fusiliers trying on German helmets and gas-masks following the battle of St. Eloi. Date: 1916

British soldiers celebrating after Battle of St. Eloi
Cheering British soldiers and officers of the Northumberland Fusiliers after the battle of St. Eloi. Some are wearing captured German helmets

Mass in Saint-Eloi church, Paris, France, Europe

The Crucifixion, from a folding altarpiece, c. 1400 (tempera & gold leaf on panel)
WLT218319 The Crucifixion, from a folding altarpiece, c.1400 (tempera & gold leaf on panel) by Netherlandish School, (15th century); 38x26.5 cm; Walters Art Museum, Baltimore, USA; Netherlandish

The Chair of Dagobert, 7th century, (1849). Made of gilt bronze, this was originally a folding chair. A 19th century version based on an original manuscript illustration held by the Bibliotheque

Dunkirk, France - Belfry and Church of St Eloi, WW2
Dunkirk, France - Belfry and Church of St Eloi, and the north side of the Place Jean Bart, showing damage suffered during WW2. Date: 1940-1945

Northumberland Fusiliers resting at St. Eloi, WW1
Officers and men of the famous " Fighting Fifth" (the Northumberland Fusiliers) taken immediately after the battle at St. Eloi

Dunkirk, France - exterior of Saint Eloi Church, WW1
Dunkirk, France - exterior of Saint Eloi Church after bombing during WW1. 1914-1916

Dunkirk, France - Saint Eloi Church
Dunkirk, France - facade of Saint Eloi Church. Date: circa 1910s

Dunkirk, France - Rue de l Eglise, WW1
Dunkirk, France - Rue de l Eglise, with wartime damage to the stonework of St Eloi Church visible on the right, and another damaged building on the left. Date: 1914-1918

Dunkirk, France - Belfry
The 15th century belfry in the French town of Dunkirk (Dunkerque). It was once attached to the Saint Eloi Church, but was left free-standing after the church burnt down in 1558

Dunkirk, France - Saint Eloi church, WW1
Saint Eloi Church, located in the northern french city of Dunkirk (Dunkerque), showing damage from WW1 bombing. 1914-1918

Dunkirk, France - Saint Eloi church nave, WW1
The right side of the Saint Eloi Church nave, located in the northern french city of Dunkirk (Dunkerque), showing damage from WW1 bombing. 1914-1918

Dunkirk, France - Saint Eloi Church facade
Saint Eloi Church front facade, in Dunkirk (Dunkerque), France, with a large group of people standing outside. circa 1910s

Dunkirk, France - Saint Eloi Church nave and belfry, WW1
The interior of the nave of the Saint Eloi Church in Dunkirk (Dunkerque), showing the belfry tower, and damage from WW1 bombing. 1914-1918

Dunkirk, France - Facade of the Saint Eloi church, WW1
Painting of the facade of the Saint Eloi Church, facing the street in the Old Quarters of Dunkirk (Dunkerque) in France, showing damage from WW1 bombing. 1914-1918

The Church St Eloi at Dunkirk devastated in WW1
The Church of St Eloi (Eligius, also Eloy or Loye), Dunkirk, France - devastated during WW1. circa 1916

Chromolithograph Devotional Card - Saint Stanislaus Kostka
Chromolithograph Devotional Card - Stanislaus Kostka - (15501568) a Polish novice of the Society of Jesus - receiving a miraculous Eucharist from an Angel

Chromolithograph Devotional Card - Jesus seated - Souvenir card for the 1st Communion of Raoul Pannier at the Church of St Eloi (Eligius, also Eloy or Loye), Dunkirk, France on 25th May 1905 1905

Chromolithograph Devotional Card - Portrait of Jesus and communion chalice/cup - beautiful art nouveau border. Souvenir card for the first communion of Robert Thoores at the Church of St Eloi

Chromolithograph Devotional Card - Mary with Communion Cup. Souvenir card for the first communion of Eva Gilbert on 2nd May 1907 at The Church of Saint Eloi (Eligius, also Eloy or Loye), Dunkirk

Chromolithograph Devotional Card - First Communion
Chromolithograph Devotional Card - The first Communion of Ernest Neuts on 13th May 1909 at The Church of Saint Eloi (Eligius, also Eloy or Loye), Dunkirk, France. 1909

Dunkirk, France - interior of Saint Eloi Church, WW1
Dunkirk, France - interior of Saint Eloi Church after bombing during WW1. Date: 1914-1916

WW1 - Western Front - Canadian troops in action at St. Eloi
WW1 - Western Front - Canadian troops in action, destroying a hill near St. Eloi, a point used by the Germans as an observation post. Date: 1916

WWI bullet engraved Hooge - Ypres - St Eloi - 1914-15
First World War bullet engraved Hooge - Ypres - St. Eloi - 1914-15. Trench Art

Mont St Eloi, from Monchy le Preux
Mont St. Eloi, from Monchy le Preux. A scene near the village, dated September 3rd 18. Observation balloons in the sky. 313870 Gunner Vivian John Cummings, Born 31.07.1875, 3Rd Canadian Division

Jean de Gourmont the Younger (French, active 1562a'1585, died 1596). St. Eloi, ca. 1545-1565. Engraving

Vive St Eloi (1 / 2)
VIVE SAINT-ELOI ! Saint Eloi (Eligius) is the patron of metalworkers (1/2)

Vive St Eloi (2 / 2)
VIVE SAINT-ELOI ! Saint Eloi (Eligius) is the patron of metalworkers (2/2)

The Belfry, Dunkirk, Belgium, built in 1440. By some miracle of fate, the Belfry escaped the almost-complete destruction of the town in 1940

Mont St. Eloi 1918
Tanks of 11th Battalion at Mont St. Eloi on the Western Front in France during World War I in April 1918

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"Remembering the Heroes: Eloi, a Tale of Courage and Faith" In the midst of the chaos that was World War I, a significant chapter unfolded at St. Eloi in 1916. The brave soldiers of the Northumberland Fusiliers found respite amidst the turmoil, resting momentarily before their next battle. But who is this enigmatic figure named Eloi? Beyond the battlefield, history reveals different facets of this name. From Eligius Saint to depictions in religious artworks like "The Miracle of St. Eligius, " his presence transcends time. One such portrayal shows St. Eligius crafting a shrine with utmost devotion; another captures him diligently working at an anvil from a Book of Hours. These images remind us that even during dark times, faith can guide our hands towards creating something beautiful. Not limited to religious contexts alone, Eloi's influence extends to King Dagobert I himself. Legends tell us how he advised Dagobert when he mistakenly put on his trousers backward—a gentle reminder that even great leaders need guidance sometimes. Fast forward to more recent times—British soldiers captured German headgear during their valiant efforts in 1916 and playfully tried them on for size. Amidst these moments of camaraderie and celebration after the Battle of St. Eloi, they found solace in each other's company despite being far from home. "Eloi" encompasses stories spanning centuries—of courage displayed by soldiers facing unimaginable horrors; saints finding inspiration through artistry; kings humbled by wise counsel; and ordinary men forging bonds amidst war-torn landscapes. Today we remember those who fought bravely at St. Eloi—their sacrifices forever etched into history's tapestry—and honor their unwavering spirit as we strive for peace and unity in our own lives.