Larsenal Collection

URBAN II (c. 1035 - 1099). First Crusade (1095). Council of Clermont. Pope Urban II authorizes the departure to the Crusades. Gothic art. Miniature Painting. FRANCE. Paris

Table Service of a Lady of Quality (chromolitho)
668481 Table Service of a Lady of Quality (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Table Service of a Lady of Quality)

A Court-Fool, of 15th Century (chromolitho)
668449 A Court-Fool, of 15th Century (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Court-Fool, of 15th Century, Fac-simile of a miniature from a ms. in the Bibl)

Vue de l hotel de Saint-Paul et du quartier de l Arsenal, au commencement du XVe siecle, Voir planche VI (engraving)
963206 Vue de l hotel de Saint-Paul et du quartier de l Arsenal, au commencement du XVe siecle, Voir planche VI (engraving) by French School

The Jews Passover (chromolitho)
668465 The Jews Passover (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Jews Passover)

L Arsenal et son magasin a poudre, au XVIIIe siecle, Vue prise de la rue Contrescarpe (engraving)
963233 L Arsenal et son magasin a poudre, au XVIIIe siecle, Vue prise de la rue Contrescarpe (engraving) by French School

A Young Mothers Retinue (chromolitho)
668392 A Young Mothers Retinue (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Young Mothers Retinue)

Paris Sous Louis XV, Vue prise du cote de l Arsenal, d apres une gravure de 1730, de J Chaufourier (colour litho)
2794389 Paris Sous Louis XV, Vue prise du cote de l Arsenal, d apres une gravure de 1730, de J Chaufourier (colour litho) by French School

Le port neuf ou l arsenal de Toulon; d apres Joseph Vernet, XVIIIes (engraving)
6022340 Le port neuf ou l arsenal de Toulon; d apres Joseph Vernet, XVIIIes (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Procession of King Rene at Aix (Provence) (chromolitho)
668493 Procession of King Rene at Aix (Provence) (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Procession of King Rene at Aix (Provence)

Vue de l entree de l Arsenal, a Venise (engraving)
3644692 Vue de l entree de l Arsenal, a Venise (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Vue de l entree de l Arsenal, a Venise)

La Bastille, 1740 (colour litho)
962791 La Bastille, 1740 (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: La Bastille, 1740)

Le commerce dans les echelles du Levant; d apres une miniature d un ms des Voyages de Marc Pol, XVe s
6022369 Le commerce dans les echelles du Levant; d apres une miniature d un ms des Voyages de Marc Pol, XVe s, Bibl de l Arsenal, a Paris (engraving) by French School

L eglise des Celestins et l Arsenal, fac-simile d un dessin a la plume execute vers 1583 par Jacques Cellier
963230 L eglise des Celestins et l Arsenal, fac-simile d un dessin a la plume execute vers 1583 par Jacques Cellier, calligraphe du roi

Vue de l Arsenal et de l ile Louviers, vers 1670 (engraving)
963229 Vue de l Arsenal et de l ile Louviers, vers 1670 (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Vue de l Arsenal et de l ile Louviers, vers 1670)

The Court of Mary of Anjou, wife of Charles VII (chromolitho)
668410 The Court of Mary of Anjou, wife of Charles VII (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Court of Mary of Anjou, wife of Charles VII)

Le Theatre Antique (chromolitho)
6005417 Le Theatre Antique (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Le Theatre Antique)

La Commune de Paris, L Arsenal (b / w photo)
5202336 La Commune de Paris, L Arsenal (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: L Arsenal)

Quartier Saint-Paul et de l Arsenal en 1650, fac-simile du plan de Gomboust (engraving)
963232 Quartier Saint-Paul et de l Arsenal en 1650, fac-simile du plan de Gomboust (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Place de la Bastille, 1841 (colour litho)
962790 Place de la Bastille, 1841 (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Place de la Bastille, 1841)

First Crusade. Conquest of Antiochia (1098)
" First Crusade. Conquest of Antiochia (1098). Picture from the " History of Emperors" (14th c.). Gothic art. Miniature Painting. FRANCE. Paris

Book of the good Government, by Gilles Romain (1499-1546). Street of a city with representation of different guilds. Miniature Painting. FRANCE. Paris

5th Crusade (1217-1221). Conquest of Damietta in 1219. Picture of the 15th c. Gothic art. Miniature Painting. FRANCE. Paris. Biblioth豵 e de l Arsenal (Library of the Arsenal)

MARIE DE FRANCE (12th c. ). Writer. Edition of
" MARIE DE FRANCE (12th c.). Writer. Edition of " Les Lais". Portrait of Mary of France. Gothic art. Miniature Painting. FRANCE. Paris

Chroniques ( Chronicles ) by Jean Froissart (1370-1400)
" Chroniques (" Chronicles" ) by Jean Froissart (1370-1400). Departure of Philippa of Hainault to marry Edward III of England. Gothic art. Miniature Painting. FRANCE. Paris

Hundred Years War. Battle of Poitiers (1356)

Privileges of the royal school of notaries and
" Privileges of the royal school of notaries and secretaries, 1365-1545. Manuscript MS-5169, Page 2v. 16th century. Illustration from " La France au XVI si裬 e". 1971. FRANCE

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"L'Arsenal: A Journey Through Time and Culture" Step into the captivating world of L'Arsenal, a place that transcends time and immerses you in a rich tapestry of history and art. From the medieval era to the 18th century, this urban treasure holds secrets waiting to be discovered. As we delve into the depths of L'Arsenal's past, we encounter Urban II, an influential figure who lived during the turn of the millennium. His presence sets the stage for one of history's most significant events - The First Crusade. Picture yourself amidst knights clad in armor as they embark on their holy mission. Intriguingly, our journey takes us beyond battles and crusades. We witness a table service fit for a lady of quality from centuries ago – delicate porcelain adorned with intricate patterns transports us to an era steeped in elegance. But let us not forget about mirth. In this vibrant realm, even court jesters have their place. Behold a colorful chromolitho capturing a 15th-century court fool entertaining nobles with his antics and wit. Venturing further through time brings us face-to-face with panoramic views etched in engravings – imagine gazing upon Saint-Paul's hotel and Arsenal district at dawn during the early 15th century or witnessing bustling Paris under Louis XV from the vantage point near L'Arsenal itself. Our exploration also reveals glimpses into diverse cultural celebrations like The Jews Passover depicted vividly through chromolitho prints. Feel immersed in traditions that span generations as families come together to commemorate ancient rituals. The arsenal itself stands tall throughout centuries; its powder magazine guarded diligently against threats while serving as both symbol and protectorate. An engraving captures its grandeur during the 18th century when it was still nestled within Rue Contrescarpe. Artistry flourishes alongside historical accounts within these walls too.