Motte Collection (page 2)

Normans construct fortifications at Hastings, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR183137 Normans construct fortifications at Hastings, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by Unknown Artist, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Fan depicting characters involved in the Affaire du Collier, 1786 (w / c on paper)
XIR158176 Fan depicting characters involved in the Affaire du Collier, 1786 (w/c on paper) by French School, (18th century); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris

Portrait of Philippe de La Mothe Houdancourt (1605-57) (engraving) (b / w photo)
XIR164709 Portrait of Philippe de La Mothe Houdancourt (1605-57) (engraving) (b/w photo) by French School, (17th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Mlle. Georges as Salome in Les Machabees at the Odeon, 1821
French actress Mlle. Margeurite Georges (1787-1867) as Salome in Les Machabees by Houdart de la Motte at the Odeon, 1821. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Charles Malos Almanach des Spectacles

Title page from Travels into Several Remote Nations of the World
3514774 Title page from Travels into Several Remote Nations of the World better know as Gullivers Travels by Jonathan Swift by English School

America - Preparing To Burn Fort Motte
Rebecca Motte Holds An Ornate African Archers Bow As She Prepares To Burn Fort Motte During The American War of Independence Date: 1781

Leda and the Swan, (oil on canvas)
825859 Leda and the Swan, (oil on canvas) by Motte, Henri-Paul (1846-1922); 60.3x73.6 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Leda and the Swan. Henri Paul Motte (1846-1922). Oil on canvas

Old Sarum (w / c on paper)
STC468905 Old Sarum (w/c on paper) by Constable, John (1776-1837); Private Collection; (add.info.: Old Sarum in Salisbury)

The chief characters involved in the Affair of the Collier de la Reine
CHT245060 The chief characters involved in the Affair of the Collier de la Reine 1785/6 (coloured engraving) by French School, (18th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

The Board of Censors Moves Out, 1822. Creator: Eugene Delacroix
The Board of Censors Moves Out, 1822

The Boy from Savoy and His Monkey, 1823. Creator: Alexandre Gabriel Decamps
The Boy from Savoy and His Monkey, 1823

Standing Turk, 1831. Creator: Alexandre Gabriel Decamps
Standing Turk, 1831

The Thermometer, 1823. Creator: Alexandre Gabriel Decamps
The Thermometer, 1823

Bonne renommee vaut mieux que ceinture doree, ca. 1820-30

Napoleon and Josephine Visiting the Studio of David, January 4, 1808, ca. 1820-30

Jardin Public, Champs Elysees, n. d Creator: Charles Etienne Pierre Motte
Jardin Public, Champs Elysees, n.d.. The Jardin des Champs Elysees public park in the 8th arrondissement of Paris designed in 1667 by Andre Le Notre. After Gabriel Thouin

Faust, 1828. 1828. Creator: Eugene Delacroix
Faust, 1828. Illustration for a French translation by Albert Stapfer of Goethes Faust, from the Prologue in Heaven, Mephistopheles, flyies above the city at night

Watch Your Rear ! ! ! !, 1822. 1822. Creator: Eugene Delacroix
Watch Your Rear ! ! ! !, 1822

Mephistopheles presents himself to Martha (Goethe, Faust), 1825-27. 1825-27
Mephistopheles presents himself to Martha (Goethe, Faust), 1825-27. Illustration for a French translation by Albert Stapfer of Goethes Faust

Theatre Italien, 1821. 1821. Creator: Eugene Delacroix
Theatre Italien, 1821. Composer Gioacchino Rossini with characters: Figaro, Rosina, and Othello

The Crayfish at Longchamps, 1822. 1822. Creator: Eugene Delacroix
The Crayfish at Longchamps, 1822

A game of Political Shuttlecock, 1831. Creator: John Doyle
A game of Political Shuttlecock, 1831. Prime Minister Charles Grey: Keep it up B[rougham] _ I d never be able to play the Game without you

Illustrations for Faust: Mephistopheles visits Faust, 1828. Creator
Illustrations for Faust: Mephistopheles visits Faust, 1828

Illustrations for Faust: Mephistopheles in the tavern of the students, 1828

Illustrations for Faust: Mephistopheles in the air, 1828

Illustrations for Faust: Marguerites shadow appears to Faust, 1828

Illustrations for Faust: Mephistophele receives the schoolboy, 1828

Illustrations for Faust: Marguerite with the wheel, 1828. Creator: Eugene Delacroix (French)
Illustrations for Faust: Marguerite with the wheel, 1828

Illustrations for Faust: Frontispiece - Portrait of Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, 1828

Illustrations for Faust: Faust in his dressing-room, 1828. Creator: Eugene Delacroix (French)
Illustrations for Faust: Faust in his dressing-room, 1828

Illustrations for Faust: Faust and Wagner, 1828. Creator: Eugene Delacroix (French
Illustrations for Faust: Faust and Wagner, 1828

Illustrations for Faust: Duel of Faust and of Valentin, 1828. Creator: Eugene Delacroix
Illustrations for Faust: Duel of Faust and of Valentin, 1828

Illustrations for Faust: Mephistopheles is at Marthe, 1828

Illustrations for Faust: Mephistopheles and Faust flee after the duel, 1828

Illustrations for Faust: Marguerite at church, 1828. Creator: Eugene Delacroix (French
Illustrations for Faust: Marguerite at church, 1828

Illustrations for Faust: Faust, Mephistophele and the barbet, 1828

Illustrations for Faust: Faust seeks to allure Marguerite, 1828. Creator: Eugene Delacroix
Illustrations for Faust: Faust seeks to allure Marguerite, 1828

Illustrations for Faust: Faust and Mephistopheles in the mountains of the Hartz, 1828

Illustrations for Faust: Faust and Mephistopheles horse riding on the Sabbath, 1828

Portrait of the Composer Nicolo Isouard (1775-1818). Creator: Motte, Charles Etienne Pierre
Portrait of the Composer Nicolo Isouard (1775-1818). Private Collection

London Bridge (new), London, 1831. Artist: Charles Etienne Pierre Motte
View of the celebrations surounding the opening of new London Bridge, London by King William IV and Queen Adelaide, 1831. In the foreground figures in boats watch the procession of barges down

Norwich Castle, Norfolk, 2010. William the Conqueror ordered the construction of Norwich Castle in 1067. The original fortification was of the motte and bailey type

Vercingetorix before Caesar, 1886. Found in the Collection of Muse e Crozatier, Le Puy en Velay

Hannibal crossing the Rhone, 1878. Private Collection

The Death of General Count Auguste de Caulaincourt at Borodino. Found in the Collection of State Museum of Leo Tolstoy, Moscow

Bearnaise, c19th century. Artist: Charles Etienne Pierre Motte
Bearnaise, c19th century. Charles Motte was a French lithographer and publisher who encouraged early 19th century artists to reproduce their work. After Jean Victor Adam (1801-1867)

Countess de la Motte, late 18th century. In 1785, the Comtesse de La Motte was involved in the scandalous Affair of the Diamond Necklace at the court of Louis XVI. Engraved for the Ladys Magazine

Uniform of the 1st Regiment of Chasseurs, France, 1823. Artist: Charles Etienne Pierre Motte
Uniform of the 1st Regiment of Chasseurs, France, 1823. A print from Collection des Uniformes de L Armee Francaise presentee au Roi, Paris, 1823

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"Motte: Unveiling the Ancient Strongholds of England" Step back in time and explore the fascinating world castles scattered across England. From Pickering Castle J850151 to Duffus Castle, these towering structures have witnessed centuries of history. Old Sarum J030098 stands as a testament to the strategic importance of mottes, while Okehampton Castle K981215 showcases their architectural grandeur. Immerse yourself in the enchanting beauty of Hedingham Castle, Essex, captured perfectly in an engraving by John Carr Armytage in 1832. The view from Pickering Castle J850150 will leave you awe-inspired as you witness its imposing motte rising above the landscape. Travel further north to Clitheroe Castle, where a limestone outcrop serves as a foundation for another remarkable motte and bailey castle. Its presence echoes through time, reminding us of Lancashire's rich heritage. Discover Restormel Castle J950171 and Totnes Castle J940484 - two more gems that showcase the power and resilience embodied by mottes. Cliffords Tower J920592 and Cliffords Tower K980216 stand tall amidst urban landscapes, offering glimpses into medieval times. As you wander through these ancient fortresses like Restormel Castle K010870, let your imagination run wild with tales of knights and sieges that once unfolded within their walls. These they are not just remnants; they are living testaments to our past. So come along on this journey through time and unravel the mysteries surrounding these magnificent mottes. Let them transport you back to an era filled with chivalry, conquests, and legends waiting to be discovered anew.