Flambeau Collection

Julia heleconia (Dryas iulia) butterfly on head of Yacare caiman (Caiman yacare). Butterflies often land on caimans head to drink the salt from its eyes. Pantanal, Brazil

Flambeau, c. 1937. Creator: Ivar Julius
Flambeau, c. 1937

Woman in her hair in a ponytail under a hunting hat
Woman in a hunting hat, Chapeau de Chasse, with feathers, and hair worn in a ponytail called the flame of love, Flambeau d Amour

Flambeau (engraving)
2806254 Flambeau (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Flambeau. Illustration for An Illustrated Vocabulary For The Use Of The Deaf And Dumb (SPCK)

Mamertine Prison, 1833 (etching with brown wash)
STC384820 Mamertine Prison, 1833 (etching with brown wash) by Tofanelli, Agostino (1770-1834); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Snake Man: A contortionist entertaining his fellow French soldiers by performing seemingly impossible contortions. From Le Flambeau, Paris, September 1915

Miscellaneous furniture two sedan chairs side table
Artokoloro

Julia Butterfly, Julia heliconian -Dryas iulia-, Phuket, Thailand, Southeast Asia, Asia

Julia Butterfly -Dyras iulia-, Monteverde, Puntarenas Province, Costa Rica, Central America

Julia Butterfly, Julia Heliconian or The Flame -Dryas iulia-, just after hatching, the two proboscis halves are not yet completely grown together, Kerzers, Switzerland

World War I 1914-1918: Front cover of Le Flambeau, Paris, 18 September 1915, showing an idealised Gaulish warrior urging on French troops against the Germans. Patriotism Jingoism Allegory

World War I 1914-1918: French villagers returning to their devastated village after the retreat of German forces. From Le Flambeau, Paris, September 1915. Women Children Ruins

World War I 1914-1918: French soldiers examining a trench damaged by enemy action. From Le Flambeau, Paris, 18 September 1915

Juvenile fashion. Dresses suitable for small and teenage girls. From the French periodical Le Flambeau, 18 September 1915. First World War 1914-1918

World War I 1914-1918: Windmill destroyed by German shellfire. Barbed wire defences in foreground. France World War I. From Le Flambeau, Paris, September 1915

World War I 1914-1918: French observation post in an oak tree in the Woevre region of Lorraine, northeastern France. From Le Flambeau, Paris, September 1915

World War I 1914-1918: French soldiers resting in a grotto in a trench complex. Most are sleeping on improvised beds and one is writing a letter. From Le Flambeau, Paris, September 1915

World War I 1914-1918: French farmhouse set on fire by German shellfire. From Le Flambeau, Paris, 18 September 1915

Womens fashion. Hat with veil considered suitable for mourning. From the French periodical Le Flambeau, 18 September 1915. First World War 1914-1918

Advertisement for gas masks. From the French periodical Le Flambeau, 18 September 1915. Chemical Warfare First World War 1914-1918

Womens fashion. Dress and hat with veil considered suitable for mourning. From the French periodical Le Flambeau, 18 September 1915. Death Bereavement First World War 1914-1918

Honour is saved... caricature of the bourgeoisie by Albert Guillaume. But you, Madame, you have no one at the frontja Oh Excuse me, I have my chauffeur.... From Le Flambeau, Paris, September 1915

Advertisement for the Yvett pocket razor and a strop for sharpening razors. From the French periodical Le Flambeau, 18 September 1915. First World War 1914-1918

World War I 1914-1918: Inflating a French military captive balloon with hydrogen from contained in metal cylinders. From Le Flambeau, Paris, September 1915. Aeronautics Ballooning Gas

Advertisement for a caffeine-free malted drink. From the French periodical Le Flambeau, 18 September 1915. Beverage First World War 1914-1918

World War I 1914-1918: Fighting a fire on a farm in Artois, France, set alight by German shellfire. Being on the front line between German and Allied forces the area suffered severe damage

World War I 1914-1918: Madame Carton de Wiart, wife of the Belgian Minister of Justice imprisoned in Germany, arriving in Switzerland after her release. From Le Flambeau, Paris, 18 September 1915

World War I 1914-1918: Woodland at Mesnil-les-Haut, France, reduced to skeletons of trees by gunfire. From Le Flambeau, Paris, September 1915. Bombardment Destruction

Different butterfly and moth pupae, including giant swallowtail, malay lacewing, longwing, great eggfly, great mormon, freak butterfly, queen butterfly, forest leopard, common sailer

Julia butterfly C016 / 2129
Julia butterfly (Dryas iulia). This butterfly is native to the Americas, from Brazil to southern Texas and Florida, and in summer can sometimes be found as far north as eastern Nebraska, USA

Flambeau Butterfly (Dryas iulia) Upper wing / Florida, USA

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"Flambeau: A Symbol of Illumination and Power" In the enchanting world of nature, a captivating sight unfolds as a Julia heleconia butterfly delicately perches on the head of a majestic Yacare caiman. This mesmerizing image, captured by Ivar Julius in 1937, showcases the beauty and harmony that exists between different species. Amidst this natural spectacle, we find ourselves drawn to a woman with her hair elegantly tied in a ponytail under a hunting hat. She exudes an air of confidence and determination, embodying the spirit - an emblematic figure representing enlightenment and progress. Dating back centuries, it has been depicted through various forms of art. From engravings to etchings with brown washes, its presence is felt across time and cultures and has adorned military badges as a symbol of strength and valor while also being associated with religious symbolism such as "The Descent of Crosses with Torch. " Beyond its symbolic significance lies Flambeau's connection to knowledge and education. In theological representations, it emerges from clusters of books held by tiny hands gripping torches - signifying enlightenment emerging from learning. But Flambeau's influence extends beyond spiritual realms; it even finds itself intertwined in mythology. Known as "The Torchbearer, " Venus carries Flambeau as she illuminates love's path for humanity. Moving away from artistic interpretations, we encounter practical applications where Flambeau plays an essential role. Projected onto fields at Champ de Mars stands an ambitious plan for agricultural development - highlighting how light can guide us towards progress even in our daily lives. Yet perhaps one of the most profound displays comes within the Church of St. Jacques butchers' honors rendered to poverty. Here we witness how Flambeau represents hope amidst adversity – shedding light on those who need it most. As we delve into these diverse facets of Flambeau, we are reminded of its timeless significance.