Espionnage Collection

Scene with washerwomen and a woman busy at her toilet, spied on by a man hidden behind a fan
LSE4316410 Scene with washerwomen and a woman busy at her toilet, spied on by a man hidden behind a fan. Painting by Danwon (Kim Hongdo) (1745-1806), ink on paper, Korean art

Wedding. The bride to be lookin at herself in the mirror, the bridegroom to be peeping behind the door
2093137 Wedding. The bride to be lookin at herself in the mirror, the bridegroom to be peeping behind the door.; Photo © CCI.

Mata Hari (1876-1917) in 1906 (photo)
1699203 Mata Hari (1876-1917) in 1906 (photo) by Walery (Stanislaw Julian Ignacy, Lucien Walery) (1863-1935); (add.info.: Margaretha Geertruida Zelle called Mata Hari (1876-1917)

She stoops to conquer - elle se penche pour le conquerir, deux enfants se font la reverence dans la rue
DUV4218729 She stoops to conquer - elle se penche pour le conquerir, deux enfants se font la reverence dans la rue, observes par dessus le muret par une petite fille curieuse - Extrait de Afternoon

Knight of Eon (1728-1810), French secret agent for the king, he used to cross-dress, engraving colourized document
1715991 Knight of Eon (1728-1810), French secret agent for the king, he used to cross-dress, engraving colourized document by Bradel, P

Knight of Eon (1728-1810), French secret agent for the king, he used to cross-dress, engraving
1703330 Knight of Eon (1728-1810), French secret agent for the king, he used to cross-dress, engraving by Bradel, P. Jean Baptiste (fl.1768-83); French, out of copyright

Affiche anglaise de 1940 representant une jeune femme elegante entouree de soldats
GIA4753252 Affiche anglaise de 1940 representant une jeune femme elegante entouree de soldats. Ne soufflez pas mot, elle n est pas si muette

Pastor Gallant Scene Bucolic. Painting by Francois Boucher (1703-1770). 1737-1738
JLJ4615850 Pastor Gallant Scene Bucolic. Painting by Francois Boucher (1703-1770). 1737-1738. Paris, National Archives by Boucher, Francois (1703-70); Centre Historique des Archives Nationales

The Chevalier d Eon dressed as a woman and with the attributes of freemasonry
694830 The Chevalier d Eon dressed as a woman and with the attributes of freemasonry (coloured engraving) by English School, (18th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

The Chevalier d Eon, dressed as a woman, in a fencing match (engraving)
STC265082 The Chevalier d Eon, dressed as a woman, in a fencing match (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Chevalier d Eon, dressed as a woman, in a fencing match (engraving
STC396079 The Chevalier d Eon, dressed as a woman, in a fencing match (engraving) (later colouration) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Mademoiselle de Beaumont or the Chevalier d Eon, c. 1762-63 (engraving)
CWA123968 Mademoiselle de Beaumont or the Chevalier d Eon, c.1762-63 (engraving) by English School, (18th century); City of Westminster Archive Centre, London

Portrait of Margaretha Geertruida Zelle, known as Mata Hari (Mata-Hari, 1876-1917)
JLJ4563617 Portrait of Margaretha Geertruida Zelle, known as Mata Hari (Mata-Hari, 1876-1917), Dutch dancer and spy, dancing by Anonymous; Private Collection; (add.info)

The curious Two little girls spying behind the curtains
JLJ4626056 The curious Two little girls spying behind the curtains. Painting by Jean-Honore Fragonard (1732-1806) 18th century Sun. 0, 16x0, 12 m

A Fencing Duel, probably depicting The Chevalier d Eon
AGN48085 A Fencing Duel, probably depicting The Chevalier d Eon, dressed as a woman (w/c on paper) by Rowlandson, Thomas (1756-1827); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Chevalier d Eon as a Dragoon, 1779 (engraving) (b / w photo)
XIR287642 The Chevalier d Eon as a Dragoon, 1779 (engraving) (b/w photo) by Robin de Montigny (fl.1785); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

The Chevalier d Eon, dressed as a woman (engraving) (b / w photo)
XIR287641 The Chevalier d Eon, dressed as a woman (engraving) (b/w photo) by French School, (18th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

The Chevalier d Eon as a Dragoon, 1779 (engraving) (b / w photo)
XIR287640 The Chevalier d Eon as a Dragoon, 1779 (engraving) (b/w photo) by Bradel, P. Jean Baptiste (fl.1768-83); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

The Chevalier d Eon, dressed as a woman (engraving) (b / w photo)
XIR287639 The Chevalier d Eon, dressed as a woman (engraving) (b/w photo) by Bradel, P. Jean Baptiste (fl.1768-83); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

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"Espionage: Unveiling the Intriguing World of Secret Agents" Step into the captivating realm of espionage, where danger lurks in every corner and secrets are currency. From the reception of a Freemason to the enigmatic Mata Hari, this photo captures a glimpse into the thrilling world of spies. In 1906, Mata Hari's alluring presence captivates as she stoops to conquer hearts and minds. Two children pay homage on the street while a curious little girl observes from behind a wall in Afternoon Tea: Rhymes for Children. The Knight of Eon, an extraordinary French secret agent for the king, defied conventions by cross-dressing. A colorized engraving showcases his audacity and cunning nature. A fencing duel at Carlton House reveals an intriguing encounter between Chevalier d'Eon dressed as a woman and Monsieur de Saint-Georges in front of Prince Regent. The clash embodies both elegance and deception. An English poster from 1940 portrays an elegant young woman surrounded by soldiers, hinting at her involvement in covert operations during wartime. Pastor Gallant Scene Bucolic by Francois Boucher transports us to idyllic countryside settings but reminds us that even amidst tranquility, spies may be lurking in plain sight. The Chevalier d'Eon once again appears dressed as a woman with freemasonry attributes – an enigma within an enigma. His mastery over disguise adds another layer to his clandestine activities. Witnessed through intricate engravings, Mademoiselle de Beaumont or perhaps it is indeed the Chevalier d'Eon himself remains shrouded in mystery. Their gender-bending personas only deepen our fascination with their spy craft. In this collection of images lies evidence that espionage transcends boundaries – whether it be gender roles or national borders – revealing how truth can often hide beneath layers upon layers of deceitful allure.