Enceinte Collection

Seated Nude, the Pregnant Woman (oil on canvas)
BRN187513 Seated Nude, the Pregnant Woman (oil on canvas) by Renoir, Pierre Auguste (1841-1919); The Barnes Foundation, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

The Defences of Paris, clearing the Enceinte of the Fortifications (engraving)
2773820 The Defences of Paris, clearing the Enceinte of the Fortifications (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Defences of Paris)

Ile de la Cite in 1530 (colour litho)
CHT231149 Ile de la Cite in 1530 (colour litho) by Hoffbauer, Theodor Josef Hubert (1839-1922) (after); Private Collection; eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright

Mur d enceinte de Charles V et tour du Bois, vers 1450 (engraving)
963256 Mur d enceinte de Charles V et tour du Bois, vers 1450 (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mur d enceinte de Charles V et tour du Bois, vers 1450)

Section of the Paris right bank city wall constructed between 1190
741275 Section of the Paris right bank city wall constructed between 1190 and 1209 on the orders of Philippe II Auguste, late 18th century (w/c on paper) by French School

bas-relief de la grande enceinte Cappodoce Pterium
bas-relief de la grande enceinte, Cappodoce: Pterium (Boghaz-Keui): Iasili-Kaia, Exploration archeologique de la Galatie et de la Bithynie: d une partie de la Mysie, de la Phrygie

Cappadoce Pterium Boghaz-Keui Iasili-Kaia
Cappadoce. Pterium- (Boghaz-Keui). Iasili-Kaia. - Bas-reliefs de la grande enceinte; Jules Delbet (French, active 1860s), Rose-Joseph Lemercier (French, 1803 - 1887); Bogazkoy, Cappadocia

Paris, France - Barriere de l Etoile (de Neuilly). Date: circa 1828

Paris, France - Barriere Saint Denis. Date: circa 1828

Paris, France - Barrier of Montrouge. Date: 1860

Louis De Clercq (French, 1836-1901), Kalaat-El Hosn, deuxieme enceinte, exterieur, midi, 1859-1860, albumen print from waxed-paper negative

Carcassonne. Languedoc. The old bridge across the Aude river. Illuminated in early morning. A rainy and misty winter day. France. Europe

Carcassonne. Languedoc. View over the old city. The old bridge across the Aude river. Illuminated in early morning. A rainy and misty winter day. France. Europe

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"Enceinte: Tracing the Historical Walls of Paris through Art and Architecture" Step into the world of "enceinte, " where history unfolds before your eyes. From Seated Nude, the Pregnant Woman to The Defences of Paris, clearing the Enceinte of the Fortifications, immerse yourself in a journey through time. In Ile de la Cite in 1530, witness the vibrant colors of a city that stood strong within its enceinte walls. Marvel at Mur d'enceinte de Charles V et tour du Bois, vers 1450, an engraving that captures the grandeur and strength of medieval fortifications. Discoveries during demolition work in Place reveal fragments of old city walls hidden beneath layers of time. These remnants connect us to a bygone era when Paris was protected by sturdy barriers against external threats. Paris city plan c. 1530 showcases intricate wood engravings depicting every street and alley within this fortified enclave. Explore Section of the Paris right bank city wall constructed between 1190 to understand how these defenses evolved over centuries. As you wander through Paris today, encounter Barriere de l'Etoile (de Neuilly), Barriere Saint Denis, and Barrier of Montrouge – gateways once guarded by imposing structures now transformed into symbols of heritage. Immerse yourself further with a collection featuring 102 drawings titled [Old Paris] The Louvre de Philippe Auguste. Each stroke tells tales from ancient times when enceintes were essential for safeguarding this magnificent city's heart. Finally, gaze upon [Old Paris] The Fountain Vertbois from 1898 – an enchanting depiction reminding us that while enceintes may have faded away physically; their spirit lives on as we cherish our rich past. Join us as we celebrate "enceinte, " tracing its significance through art and architecture – connecting past and present in one captivating journey through the City of Lights.