Tarasque Collection

LA Tarasque Polka

Tarasque of Tarascon
At Tarascon, Provence, a dragon processes through the town recalling a monster caught by Ste Marthe, who took the opportunity to convert the townsfolk to Christianity

Saint Martha and the Monster Tarasque. 15th century manuscript
GIA4816956 Saint Martha and the Monster Tarasque. 15th century manuscript. by Unknown Artist, (15th century); Biblioteca Trivulziana, Milan, Italy; (add.info.: Saint Martha and the Monster Tarasque)

Saint Martha defeating the dragon (sculpture)
PCT4282347 Saint Martha defeating the dragon (sculpture); (add.info.: Saint Martha (Saint Martha) defeating (taming) the dragon (Tarasque) - According to the New Testament

Martha, holding a benitier, standing on a Tarasque and Noe - Characters of the carved wood stalls by Dominique Bertin
JEB4938783 Martha, holding a benitier, standing on a Tarasque and Noe - Characters of the carved wood stalls by Dominique Bertin of Toulouse (16th century) - Cathedrale Sainte Marie d'Auch (Gers)

Representation of Saint Martha (48-68): she crushes the head of the Tarasque with the foot. Chromolithography, 1898
FGL5475962 Representation of Saint Martha (48-68): she crushes the head of the Tarasque with the foot. Chromolithography, 1898; Fototeca Gilardi

Tarascon: two mythical figures from Provence, Tartarin and Tarasque. The first
PCT4272292 Tarascon: two mythical figures from Provence, Tartarin and Tarasque. The first, a character immortalized by Alphonse Daudet

Pious image: representation of St. Martha (48-68): she crushes the head of the Tarasque with the foot
FGL5489423 Pious image: representation of St. Martha (48-68): she crushes the head of the Tarasque with the foot. Chromolithography, 1913; Fototeca Gilardi

Tarascon (Tarascon (Bouches du Rhone, 13) (bete faramine) with Sainte Martha. Anonymous engraving of the 18th century
JEB4854372 Tarascon (Tarascon (Bouches du Rhone, 13) (bete faramine) with Sainte Martha. Anonymous engraving of the 18th century.; (add.info.: Tarascon Tarascon (Tarascon (Bouches du Rhone)

Tarascon's Tarasque, fabulous monster of the folklore of Provence: illustration by Albert Robida of the school book
PCT4282342 Tarascon's Tarasque, fabulous monster of the folklore of Provence: illustration by Albert Robida of the school book "Choice of readings" by A Mironneau

Representation of a Tarasque beating a man, 1883 (painted plaster sculpture)
JEB4895018 Representation of a Tarasque beating a man, 1883 (painted plaster sculpture) by Amy, Jean Barnabe (1839-1907); Palais de Longchamp, Marseille, France; © Jean Bernard

Tarasque de Noves. Gallo-Roman sculpture of the 1st century. Avignon, Musee Calvet
GIA4743228 Tarasque de Noves. Gallo-Roman sculpture of the 1st century. Avignon, Musee Calvet. by Gallo-Roman, (1st century BC); Musee Calvet, Avignon, France; (add.info.: Tarasque de Noves)

The Tarasque of Tarascon (chromolitho)
2817032 The Tarasque of Tarascon (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Tarasque of Tarascon)

Man observing a defile of the Tarasque on the port of the island of Port Tarascon
XEE4136978 Man observing a defile of the Tarasque on the port of the island of Port Tarascon. Illustration by Montegut for " Port-Tarascon" by Alphonse Daudet (1840-1897)

Festivities of the Tarasque in the streets of Tarascon (Bouches du Rhone, 13)
XEE4151793 Festivities of the Tarasque in the streets of Tarascon (Bouches du Rhone, 13), Pentecote 1861. Engraving in " Le Monde Illustre" nA'217 of 8 June 1861

The sun feasts at the Palais de l Industrie (Parisian fete for the lunches)
XEE4191417 The sun feasts at the Palais de l Industrie (Parisian fete for the lunches): the procession of the tarasque, the farandole and the wrestlers of Marseille

France Tarascon
The chateau-du-Roi-Rene at Provencal Tarascon, which in legendary times was menaced by a monster, the fearsome Tarasque, which is still paraded in procession

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The Tarasque, a legendary creature steeped in folklore and history, has captivated the imagination of many. From the LA Tarasque Polka to the Tarasque of Tarascon, this mythical beast has left its mark on various cultural expressions. One can trace back references to the Tarasque as far as the 15th century manuscript titled "Saint Martha and the Monster Tarasque. " This ancient tale tells of Saint Martha taming and subduing this fearsome creature that terrorized the town of Tarascon. Illustrations by Albert Robida in a school book from 1911 depict the fabulous monster known as "Tarascon's Tarasque, " showcasing its menacing presence within Provence folklore. Another representation from 1883 portrays a tarasque beating a man, captured in painted plaster sculpture. Gallo-Roman sculpture dating back to the 1st century showcases an intriguing depiction called "Tarasque de Noves" at Avignon's Musee Calvet. The chromolitho artwork titled "The Tarasque of Tarason" further immortalizes this enigmatic creature. Intriguingly, one can witness festivities dedicated to the tarascue taking place on streets like those found in Bouches du Rhone's town of Tarsacon. These celebrations bring together locals and visitors alike who observe defiles featuring men dressed as tarascues parading through Port Tarsacon Island. Even beyond its native region, France embraces this mythical being with events such as "The Sun Feasts at Palais de l'Industrie, " where Parisians gather for festive lunches celebrating their connection with tarascues. From polkas to sculptures and street processions, it is evident that despite its fictional nature, the legend of tarascue continues to thrive throughout history. Its allure remains strong among enthusiasts eager to explore both its origins and contemporary interpretations across various art forms.