Livres Collection

Bookbinding depicting the martyrdom of St Kilian (chromolitho)
964366 Bookbinding depicting the martyrdom of St Kilian (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bookbinding (reliure des livres), carved ivory (1018)

Aguas Livres Aqueduct, Lisbon, Portugal
Aguas Livres (Free Waters) Aqueduct over the Alcantara valley, Lisbon, Portugal, built in the 18th century. Date: circa 1900

Street hawker selling alphabet primers and books, from Cris de Paris, c
CHT206227 Street hawker selling alphabet primers and books, from Cris de Paris, c.1515 (coloured wood engraving) by French School, (16th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

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Portugal, Lisbon, Aguas Livres Aqueduct of the Free Waters

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Portugal, Lisbon, Aguas Livres Aqueduct of the Free Waters

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Portugal, Lisbon, Aguas Livres Aqueduct of the Free Waters

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Portugal, Lisbon, Aguas Livres Aqueduct of the Free Waters

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Portugal, Lisbon, Aguas Livres Aqueduct of the Free Waters

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Portugal, Lisbon, Aguas Livres Aqueduct of the Free Waters

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Portugal, Lisbon, Aguas Livres Aqueduct of the Free Waters

Frontispiece Les dix livres d architecture de
Frontispiece, Les dix livres d architecture de Vitruve, corrigez et traduits nouvellement en francois, avec des notes and des figures, Le Clerc, Sebastien, 1637-1714, Scotin, Gerard, 1643 - 1715

Bassville Assassinated
French diplomat Nicolas Jean de Bassville imprudently seeks to rouse Romans to sympathy for the revolution, and is assassinated. The Pope pays his family 300, 000 livres

Bal Des Livres 1909
Le Bal des Livres : M et Mme Adolphe Brisson invite their friends to a ball where each must come as a character from a famous book Date: 1909

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Drawings and Prints, Print, Girl from the Island of Paros, from Les quatre premiers livres des navigations et peregrinations orientales by Nicolas de Nicolay, Artist, After, Anonymous, Leon Davent

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Drawings and Prints, Print, Ragusej Merchant, from Les quatre premiers livres des navigations et peregrinations orientales by Nicolas de Nicolay, Artist, After, Leon Davent, Anonymous, French

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"Livres: A Journey Through the World of Books" Step into the enchanting world of livres, where stories come alive and knowledge knows no bounds. From the intricate artistry of bookbinding depicting the martyrdom of St Kilian to the grandeur of Aguas Livres Aqueduct in Lisbon, Portugal, these captivating images transport us to different realms. In bustling streets, we encounter a street hawker selling alphabet primers and books from Cris de Paris. The vibrant colors and eager faces remind us that books are not just objects but gateways to imagination and learning. They hold within them the power to shape minds and inspire generations. The photographs by EyeUbiquitous capture moments frozen in time - a testament to how books have been an integral part of human history. Whether it's a scholar engrossed in ancient texts or children eagerly flipping through pages, these images showcase our timeless love affair with literature. But they can not limited to mere words on paper; they encompass a universe of ideas, emotions, and experiences. At Bal Des Livres 1909, we witness people coming together under one roof - united by their shared passion for reading, and is here that connections are forged between individuals from all walks of life who find solace in each other's stories. As we delve deeper into this world, we stumble upon Frontispiece Les dix livres d'architecture de. . Here lies evidence that books transcend language barriers; they speak directly to our souls. Architecture becomes more than just buildings; it becomes poetry etched onto every page and can windows into countless worlds waiting to be explored - whether it be historical accounts or fantastical tales woven by imaginative minds. They offer refuge when reality becomes overwhelming or companionship during lonely nights. So let us celebrate livres - those magical portals that open doors beyond our wildest dreams. Let us cherish their ability to ignite curiosity within us and inspire us to seek knowledge.