Sebastien Le Prestre De Vauban Collection

Sebastien Le Prestre de Vauban
3586034 Sebastien Le Prestre de Vauban; (add.info.: Portrait of Sebastien Le Prestre de Vauban (1633-1707) a Marshal of France and military engineer

The French army, religious unity and society during the reign of Louis XIV, 1661-1715 (colour litho)
5207745 The French army, religious unity and society during the reign of Louis XIV, 1661-1715 (colour litho) by Girard, Joseph (fl.1930-50); Private Collection; (add.info.: The French army)

Sebastien Le Prestre de Vauban (chromolitho)
667063 Sebastien Le Prestre de Vauban (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sebastien Le Prestre de Vauban)

Sebastien Le Prestre De Vauban, 1633-1707 (colour litho)
2790248 Sebastien Le Prestre De Vauban, 1633-1707 (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sebastien Le Prestre De Vauban, 1633-1707)

Great French military commanders (coloured engraving)
5998770 Great French military commanders (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Great French military commanders)

Great military figures (coloured engraving)
5998772 Great military figures (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Great military figures)

Marshal Vauban, French military engineer (chromolitho)
1094031 Marshal Vauban, French military engineer (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Marshal Vauban (1633-1707), French military engineer

Vauban, (1633-1707), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Vauban, (1633-1707), 1830. Sebastien Le Prestre de Vauban (1633-1707) French military engineer during the reign of Louis XIV who innovated siege artillery and contributed to civilian infrastructure

Vauban, (1633-1707), c1830. Creator: Francois-Seraphin Delpech
Vauban, (1633-1707), c1830. Sebastien le Prestre de Vauban (1633-1707) French military engineer during the reign of Louis XIV of France who worked on many of Frances major ports and harbours

Menno van Coehoorn, Dutch soldier and military engineer, at the Siege of Namur, 1692, (c1870). Artist: W Steelink
Menno van Coehoorn, Dutch soldier and military engineer, at the Siege of Namur, 1692, (c1870). In 1692, Namur, a fortress designed by Coehoorn, fell to the French under his great rival

Sebastien le Prestre de Vauban, French military engineer, 1898. Artist: Gilbert
Sebastien le Prestre de Vauban, French military engineer, 1898. A print from Les Francais Illustres, by Gustave Demoulin, Hachette, Paris, 1898

Sebastian le Prestre de Vauban, French military engineer, (1836). Artist: William Thomas Fry
Sebastian le Prestre de Vauban, French military engineer, (1836). Vauban (1633-1707) was the foremost military engineer of his time

A General Display of Arts and Sciences, 1790. Artist: Reynolds Grignion
A General Display of Arts and Sciences, 1790. At first glance it seems that ancient science and technology is depicted, but a closer look shows not only Pythagoras (6th century BC)

Designs of fortifications, 1764. The object of each is to make every portion of the place fortified capable of being defended from some other part

Sebastien Vauban, French military engineer, c1680. Engraving

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Sebastien Le Prestre de Vauban: The French Army's Architect of Unity and Strength During the reign of Louis XIV from 1661 to 1715, France experienced a period of religious unity and societal transformation. At the heart of this remarkable era stood Sebastien Le Prestre de Vauban, an exceptional military engineer whose contributions shaped the nation's destiny. Vauban was not just another great French military commander; he was a visionary strategist who revolutionized fortification systems. His expertise in siege warfare enabled him to design impenetrable defenses that protected France against its enemies. His innovative ideas were captured vividly in various artistic depictions such as colour lithographs and chromolithos. Born in 1633, Vauban dedicated his life to serving his country. With unwavering loyalty, he worked tirelessly to strengthen the French army's capabilities while promoting religious harmony within society. His efforts earned him the prestigious title of Marshal and made him an indispensable figure during times of conflict. The coloured engravings portraying Great Military Figures pay homage to Vauban's immense contribution. These artworks immortalize his strategic genius and highlight his role in safeguarding France's borders during turbulent times. One notable event depicted is the Siege of Namur in 1692, where Dutch soldier Menno van Coehoorn fought alongside Vauban as they faced formidable challenges together. This battle showcased their shared commitment towards advancing military engineering techniques for ultimate victory. Throughout history, artists have sought inspiration from Vauban’s legacy. In Gilbert’s portrayal from 1898 or Fry’s depiction from 1836, we witness how these talented individuals aimed to capture both his physical appearance and intangible qualities that defined him as a leader. Vauban's influence extended beyond warfare; he also contributed significantly to scientific progress during this transformative era.