Gamin Collection

Other Parisian Children (colour litho)
5992562 Other Parisian Children (colour litho) by Fricero, Catherine Josephine Marie (1878-1923); Private Collection; (add.info.: Other Parisian Children)

The Week of Little Street Urchins, charity poster, 1930 (colour litho)
MTL205881 The Week of Little Street Urchins, charity poster, 1930 (colour litho) by Poulbot, Francisque (1879-1946); Private Collection; (add.info.: La Semaine des Petits Poulbots; ); French

U for Urchin, illustration from An Alphabet, published by William Heinemann, 1898 (hand-coloured woodcut)
ELB109830 U for Urchin, illustration from An Alphabet, published by William Heinemann, 1898 (hand-coloured woodcut) by Nicholson, William (1872-1949); Private Collection; © Desmond Banks

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Gamin; Boy; Bube (engraving)
7196111 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Gamin; Boy; Bube (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gamin; Boy; Bube)

The Street Urchins (w / c)
BON77211 The Street Urchins (w/c) by Rayner, Louise Ingram (1832-1924); 34.3x14.6 cm; Private Collection; Photo eBonhams, London, UK; English, out of copyright

Playing with a Top
BON32065 Playing with a Top by Ludovici, Albert Snr. (1820-94); Private Collection; Photo eBonhams, London, UK; English, out of copyright

The Gamin (engraving)
3626005 The Gamin (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Gamin. Illustration for Chatterbox (1867). Digitally cleaned image.); © Look and Learn

The Gamin (engraving)
3635087 The Gamin (engraving) by Charlet, Nicolas Toussaint (1792-1845) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Gamin)

"L Imperatrice! "(engraving)
5995162 " L Imperatrice! " (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: " L Imperatrice)

The Paris Urchin in the Tuileries, from Le Charivari, 4 March
XJF441078 The Paris Urchin in the Tuileries, from Le Charivari, 4 March, 1848 (litho) by Daumier, Honore (1808-79); Private Collection; (add.info)

Paris Street Arab 1850
LE GAMIN DE PARIS French street boy Date: 1850

Weary
BAL56268 Weary by Fuller, Florence (fl.1880-1900); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

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"Gamin: The Endearing Spirit of Parisian Childhood" Step into the enchanting world of gamin, where the streets of Paris come alive with the laughter and mischief of its little street urchins. Through a collection of captivating artworks, we are transported to a bygone era, witnessing the vibrant lives led by these young souls. In "Other Parisian Children, " a mesmerizing colour lithograph captures their playful camaraderie as they roam the cobbled streets hand in hand. A charity poster from 1930 titled "The Week of Little Street Urchins" reminds us of their resilience and the importance of lending them a helping hand. An illustration from William Heinemann's publication "An Alphabet" introduces us to 'U for Urchin, ' depicted through a meticulously hand-coloured woodcut. Le Vocabulaire Illustre further immerses us in this world, showcasing engravings that depict gamin as both mischievous boys and endearing bubbling spirits. "The Street Urchins" watercolor painting brings forth their vivacity while capturing moments like playing with tops or simply being lost in their own imaginative worlds. Engravings titled "The Gamin" offer glimpses into their daily lives - resourceful survivors navigating bustling cityscapes. Amidst these depictions lies an intriguing engraving entitled "'L Imperatrice. " which hints at an encounter between gamin and royalty, perhaps highlighting how even these humble children can captivate hearts across social divides. Dating back to 1850, "Paris Street Arab" serves as a poignant reminder that they have long been an integral part of Parisian culture. Meanwhile, "The Paris Urchin in the Tuileries, " published in Le Charivari newspaper on March 4th, showcases how they fearlessly explore iconic landmarks such as Tuileries Gardens.