Gisant Collection

Tomb of Sir George Broke, Lord Cobham and his wife Anne, 1813-1874. Creator: Thomas Shotter Boys
Tomb of Sir George Broke, Lord Cobham and his wife Anne, in Cobham Church in Kent. 1813-1874

Effigy of Claude de France (1499-1524) from the Tomb of Francois I and Claude de France (marble)
XIR190362 Effigy of Claude de France (1499-1524) from the Tomb of Francois I and Claude de France (marble) by Bontemps, Pierre (1505-68); Basilique Saint-Denis

Dead Christ (polychrome stone)
XIR221104 Dead Christ (polychrome stone) by Fernandez, Gregorio (1576-1636); Cathedral, Segovia, Spain

Nantes, St. Peter and St. Paul Cathedral, Tomb of Francis II
XIR345884 Nantes, St. Peter and St. Paul Cathedral, Tomb of Francis II, Duke of Brittany and Marguerite of Foix, 1502-07 (plaster cast from marble) (b/w photo) by Colombe

Effigies of Philippe III (1245-85) the Bold and Philippe IV (1268-1314) the Fair
XIR162170 Effigies of Philippe III (1245-85) the Bold and Philippe IV (1268-1314) the Fair, 13th-14th century (marble) by French School; Basilique Saint-Denis, France; French, out of copyright

Effigies of Louis XII (1462-1515) and Anne of Brittany (1477-1514) from their tomb
XIR202224 Effigies of Louis XII (1462-1515) and Anne of Brittany (1477-1514) from their tomb, 1516 (marble) (see also 108522) by Juste, Jean I (1485-1549); Basilique Saint-Denis, France; French

Effigy of Richard the Lionheart (1157-99) (stone) (b / w photo)
XIR190243 Effigy of Richard the Lionheart (1157-99) (stone) (b/w photo) by French School; Fontevrault Abbey, Fontevrault (Fontevraud), France; French, out of copyright

Effigy of Duc Jean de Berry (1340-1416) Count of Poitiers
XIR217792 Effigy of Duc Jean de Berry (1340-1416) Count of Poitiers, detail (see also 217791) 1416-38 (marble) (b/w photo) by Cambrai, Jean de (d.1438); Saint-Etienne Cathedral, Bourges

Tomb of Agnes Sorel (c. 1422-50) 1450-59 (stone) (detail)
XIR229565 Tomb of Agnes Sorel (c.1422-50) 1450-59 (stone) (detail) by Morel, Jacques (c.1395-1459) (attr. to); Chateau de Loches, France; French, out of copyright

Effigies of Anne de Montmorency (1493-1567) Constable and Marshal of France
XIR229955 Effigies of Anne de Montmorency (1493-1567) Constable and Marshal of France and Madeleine of Savoy (1510-86) Duchess of Montmorency, c.1567 and c.1586 (marble) (see also 179341) by Prieur

Effigy of Charles V The Wise (1338-80) c. 1364 (marble)
XIR234438 Effigy of Charles V The Wise (1338-80) c.1364 (marble) by Beauneveu, Andre (c.1335-1403/13); Basilique Saint-Denis, France; French, out of copyright

Tomb of Charles I (1226-85) of Anjou (stone)
XIR234417 Tomb of Charles I (1226-85) of Anjou (stone) by French School, (14th century); Basilique Saint-Denis, France; (add.info.: King of Sicily and Naples; ); French, out of copyright

Effigy of Duc Jean de Berry (1340-1416) Count of Poitiers
XIR217791 Effigy of Duc Jean de Berry (1340-1416) Count of Poitiers, 1416-38 (marble) (b/w photo) (see also 217792) by Cambrai, Jean de (d.1438); Saint-Etienne Cathedral, Bourges

16th century room, Musee de Sculpture comparee, future Musee des Monuments Francais, c
XIR345876 16th century room, Musee de Sculpture comparee, future Musee des Monuments Francais, c.1905 (b/w photo) by Giraudon, studio (1912-53); Paris

Effigies of Philippe VI (1293-1350) de Valois and Jean II (1319-64) Le Bon (marble)
XIR208693 Effigies of Philippe VI (1293-1350) de Valois and Jean II (1319-64) Le Bon (marble) by Beauneveu, Andre (c.1335-1403/13); Basilique Saint-Denis, France; French, out of copyright

Detail of the effigy of Philip III, The Bold (marble)
902834 Detail of the effigy of Philip III, The Bold (marble) by French School, (13th century); Basilique Saint-Denis, France; (add.info.: Philippe III (1245-85) the Bold

Effigy of Francois I (1494-1547) from the Tomb of Francois I and Claude de France (marble
XIR234436 Effigy of Francois I (1494-1547) from the Tomb of Francois I and Claude de France (marble) by Bontemps, Pierre (1505-68); Basilique Saint-Denis

Effigy of Philippe de Chabot (1480-1543) Admiral of France, c. 1570 (marble)
XIR179342 Effigy of Philippe de Chabot (1480-1543) Admiral of France, c.1570 (marble) by Bontemps, Pierre (1505-68); Louvre, Paris

Nantes, St. Peter and St. Paul Cathedral, Tomb of Francis II
XIR345962 Nantes, St. Peter and St. Paul Cathedral, Tomb of Francis II, Duke of Brittany and Marguerite of Foix, rear view of the Prudence known as a self portrait of Michel Colombe

13th century room, Musee de Sculpture comparee, future Musee des Monuments Francais, c
XIR345875 13th century room, Musee de Sculpture comparee, future Musee des Monuments Francais, c.1905 (b/w photo) by Giraudon, studio (1912-53); Paris

Effigies of Philippe III (1245-85) the Bold and Philippe IV (1268-1314) the Fair (marble)
XJL186926 Effigies of Philippe III (1245-85) the Bold and Philippe IV (1268-1314) the Fair (marble) by D Arras, Jean (d.1299); Basilique Saint-Denis, France; French, out of copyright

Effigy of Bertrand Du Guesclin (1320-80) 1389-97 (marble) (b / w photo)
XIR185127 Effigy of Bertrand Du Guesclin (1320-80) 1389-97 (marble) (b/w photo) by French School, (14th century); Basilique Saint-Denis

Tomb portrait figures church Geervliet effigy
Tomb with portrait figures in a church in Geervliet, effigy, gisant (portrait-figure on closed coffin or in ) castrum doloris ), transi, names of cities and villages (with NAME), Geervliet

Lazio Roma Rome Tivoli Villa d Este Italy italian country
Lazio Roma Tivoli Villa d Este, this is my Italy, the italian country of visual history, Medieval Sculpture. gisant. Post-medieval 16th c

Tomb of King Dagobert, Musee des Monuments Francais, Paris, illustration from Vues
XIR382621 Tomb of King Dagobert, Musee des Monuments Francais, Paris, illustration from Vues pittoresques et perspectives des salles du Musee des Monuments Francais et des principaux ouvrages

Tomb of Heloise and Abelard, Musee des Monuments Francais, illustration from Vues
XIR382623 Tomb of Heloise and Abelard, Musee des Monuments Francais, illustration from Vues pittoresques et perspectives des salles du Musee des Monuments Francais et des principaux ouvrages

Garden of the cloister, Musee des Monuments Francais, Paris, illustration from Vues
XIR382618 Garden of the cloister, Musee des Monuments Francais, Paris, illustration from Vues pittoresques et perspectives des salles du Musee des Monuments Francais et des principaux ouvrages

The 13th century room, Musee des Monuments Francais, Paris, illustration from Vues
XIR382616 The 13th century room, Musee des Monuments Francais, Paris, illustration from Vues pittoresques et perspectives des salles du Musee des Monuments Francais et des principaux ouvrages

View of the cloister, Musee des Monuments Francais, Paris, illustration from Vues
XIR382617 View of the cloister, Musee des Monuments Francais, Paris, illustration from Vues pittoresques et perspectives des salles du Musee des Monuments Francais et des principaux ouvrages

The 16th century room, Musee des Monuments Francais, Paris, illustration from Vues
XIR382612 The 16th century room, Musee des Monuments Francais, Paris, illustration from Vues pittoresques et perspectives des salles du Musee des Monuments Francais et des principaux ouvrages

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"Gisant: A Journey Through Time and Stone" Step into the St. Peter and St. Paul Cathedral in Nantes, France, and be transported to a realm where history comes alive through intricate sculptures known as gisants. These polychrome stone masterpieces serve as poignant reminders of the past, capturing the essence of those who have long departed from this world. One such gisant that commands attention is the Dead Christ, its vibrant colors contrasting with the somber theme it represents. As you explore further, your eyes are drawn to effigies like those of Philippe III the Bold and Philippe IV the Fair - powerful rulers whose legacies still resonate today. Moving forward in time, you encounter Louis XII and Anne of Brittany's tomb effigy - a testament to their shared reign during a pivotal era in French history. And there stands Richard the Lionheart's solemn figure; even in black-and-white photos, his regal presence remains undeniable. The gisant of Duc Jean de Berry transports you back to an age when chivalry reigned supreme. Counted among his collection is also Agnes Sorel's intricately carved tomb - a delicate tribute to her beauty and influence during her short but impactful life. As you wander through this museum-like space within Musee de Sculpture comparee (future Musee des Monuments Francais), your gaze falls upon Anne de Montmorency's imposing effigy - a reminder of her esteemed position as Constable and Marshal of France. And then there is Charles V The Wise's marble likeness that exudes wisdom beyond its years – an enduring symbol of leadership amidst turbulent times. Nearby lies Charles I of Anjou’s stone tomb; each detail etched with precision speaks volumes about his royal lineage. In this captivating journey through time, these gisants offer glimpses into lives lived centuries ago – tales woven together by skilled hands that shaped stone into art.