Saint Helena Island Collection

Under the Milky Way at Hunting Island Light House
Under the Milky Eay at Hunting Island Light House

Transfer of Napoleons ashes on board of the frigate La Belle Poule, 15 october 1840, 1843. Found in the Collection of Musee de l Histoire de France, Chateau de Versailles

Map of Saint Helena Island, c.1900 (engraving)
533393 Map of Saint Helena Island, c.1900 (engraving); (add.info.: Map of Saint Helena Island, circa 1902, from the 10th edition of Encyclopaedia Britannica.); Encyclopaedia Britannica/UIG.

Vue de l'île, de la rade et de la ville de Sainte-Hélène, 1817-1824. Creator: Courvoisier-Voisin, Henri (1757-1830)
Vue de l'ile, de la rade et de la ville de Sainte-Helene, 1817-1824. Private Collection

Allegory at the Tomb on Saint Helena: Napoleon's Army Mourning His Death, 1837. Creator: Alaux, Jean (1786-1864)
Allegory at the Tomb on Saint Helena: Napoleon's Army Mourning His Death, 1837. Found in the collection of the Musee de l'Histoire de France, Chateau de Versailles

C est fini: Napoleon Ier aSainte-Helene
C est fini: Napoleon Ier a Sainte-Helene. Found in the Collection of the Musee national des chateaux de Malmaison et de Bois-Preau

View and Plan of Longwood House, St. Helena: the Residence of Napoleon Bonaparte, 1817. From a private collection

Latest portrait of Napoleon on board the Bellerophon, 1815. Artist: Eastlake, Sir Charles Lock
Latest portrait of Napoleon on board the Bellerophon, 1815. From a private collection

Napoleon I dictating his memorials to General Gourgaud, 19th century (engraving)
1720655 Napoleon I dictating his memorials to General Gourgaud, 19th century (engraving) by Steuben, Charles Auguste (1788-1856) (after); (add.info)

Napoleons tomb on St Helena Island in Geranium valley. Creator: Ricois
Napoleons tomb on St Helena Island in Geranium valley. Found in the Collection of the Musee Fesch, Ajaccio

Napoleon. Allegory, 1833. Creator: Mauzaisse, Jean-Baptiste (1784-1844)
Napoleon. Allegory, 1833. Found in the Collection of the Musee national des chateaux de Malmaison et de Bois-Preau

Napoleon on his deathbed, May 5, 1821, 1821. Creator: Vernet, Horace (1789-1863)
Napoleon on his deathbed, May 5, 1821, 1821. Found in the Collection of the Musee de la Legion d honneur, Paris

Napoleon Coming out of his Tomb, 1869. Creator: Anonymous, 19th century
Napoleon Coming out of his Tomb, 1869. Found in the Collection of the Musee de l Armee, Paris

Allegory of the return of the Ashes of Napoleon, 1840. Creator: Trichot
Allegory of the return of the Ashes of Napoleon, 1840. Found in the Collection of the Musee de l Armee, Paris

Napoleons Burial Place on St. Helena, 1833. Artist: Anonymous
Napoleons Burial Place on St. Helena, 1833. From a private collection

Napoleon Bonaparte as prisoner of the English is brought from the Bellerophon to Northumberland on 8 August 1815. From a private collection

Napoleon Bonaparte on the island of Saint Helena. Artist: Rugendas, Johann Lorenz
Napoleon Bonaparte on the island of Saint Helena. From a private collection

Napoleons coffin, c. 1840. Artist: Anonymous
Napoleons coffin, c. 1840. From a private collection

Napoleons Burial Place on St. Helena, c. 1826. Artist: Brunton, Richard, Lieutenant-Colonel
Napoleons Burial Place on St. Helena, c. 1826. From a private collection

Napoleons entourage before departure to St. Helena, c. 1840. Artist: Anonymous
Napoleons entourage before departure to St. Helena, c. 1840. Found in the collection of the State History Museum, Moscow

Napoleon Bonaparte on the island of Saint Helena, 1817. artillery officer
Napoleon Bonaparte on the island of Saint Helena, 1817. From a private collection

Death of Napoleon, 1825. Artist: Steuben, Charles de (1788-1856)
Death of Napoleon, 1825. From a private collection

Death of Napoleon, 1841. Private Collection

Longwood House on the island of Saint Helena, 1818. Private Collection

Napoleon Bonaparte on his deathbed, May 5, 1821, 1821-1822. Artist: Imagerie d Epinal, Vosges
Napoleon Bonaparte on his deathbed, May 5, 1821, 1821-1822. Private Collection

Portrait of Napoleon Bonaparte on the island of Saint Helena, 1820. Artist: Captain Dodgin (active ca 1820)
Portrait of Napoleon Bonaparte on the island of Saint Helena, 1820. Private Collection

View of the Island of St. Helena from the side of the landing place near the Fort James, 1815. Artist: Anonymous
View of the Island of St. Helena from the side of the landing place near the Fort James, 1815. From a private collection

Napoleon Bonaparte on the island of Saint Helena, 1816. Artist: Anonymous
Napoleon Bonaparte on the island of Saint Helena, 1816. Found in the collection of the Patrimoine comte Charles-Andre Colonna Walewski

Tristan da Cunha
Vintage engraving from 1878 showing a view of Tristan da Cunha a remote volcanic group of islands in the south Atlantic Ocean and the main island of that group

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"Discover the Enigmatic Saint Helena Island: A Historical Journey Under the Milky Way" Step foot on Saint Helena Island and immerse yourself in its captivating history. From the iconic Hunting Island Lighthouse, where you can gaze at the mesmerizing Milky Way, to significant events like the transfer of Napoleon's ashes aboard the frigate La Belle Poule in 1840, this island is a treasure trove of historical wonders. Transport yourself back to the 19th century as you witness Napoleon I dictating his memorials to General Gourgaud, captured beautifully in an engraving. Experience the poignant moment when it was declared "C'est fini: Napoleon Ier à Sainte-Hélène, " marking his final days on this remote island. Explore Longwood House, once home to Napoleon Bonaparte himself in 1817. Marvel at its architectural beauty while imagining life during his exile. And don't miss Tristan da Cunha, another intriguing destination nearby that adds even more allure to your journey. Pay homage at Napoleon's tomb nestled within Geranium Valley on St Helena Island—a solemn place that holds a profound significance for history enthusiasts worldwide. Created by Ricois, it stands as a testament to one of history's most influential figures. Delve into artistic interpretations such as Mauzaisse's allegorical depiction of Napoleon or Vernet's poignant portrayal of him on his deathbed in May 1821. These artworks offer glimpses into different facets of Napoleonic history and invite contemplation. Witness Anonymous' evocative representation of "Napoleon Coming out of His Tomb" from 1869—an image that sparks curiosity about what lies beyond mortality for such an enigmatic figure. Lastly, Trichot's allegory commemorates the return of Napoleon's ashes with great reverence and serves as a reminder of how deeply he impacted not only France but also global politics and culture during his reign.