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Trefle Collection

"Trefle: A Captivating Symbol of History and Fortune" Step into the world of Trefle, where playing cards come alive with tales of intrigue and triumph

Background imageTrefle Collection: Letter T tenderness in devoulement constantly gets ingenie. A hard heart likes to act TYRANNIE

Letter T tenderness in devoulement constantly gets ingenie. A hard heart likes to act TYRANNIE
DUV4206619 Letter T tenderness in devoulement constantly gets ingenie. A hard heart likes to act TYRANNIE. Engraving in " ABC. Alphabet of good advice and mistakes to avoid". Ch

Background imageTrefle Collection: white or creeping trefle, officinal melilot and hybrid trefle. Coloured copper engraving

white or creeping trefle, officinal melilot and hybrid trefle. Coloured copper engraving
FLO4728135 white or creeping trefle, officinal melilot and hybrid trefle. Coloured copper engraving, based on an illustration by Gottlieb Tobias Wilhelm (1758-1811)

Background imageTrefle Collection: Decorative botanical print with spearwort, clover, marsh marigold, bulrush, loosestrife

Decorative botanical print with spearwort, clover, marsh marigold, bulrush, loosestrife
5855544 Decorative botanical print with spearwort, clover, marsh marigold, bulrush, loosestrife; (add.info.: Five aquatic plants including yellow greater spearwort (Ranunculus lingua)

Background imageTrefle Collection: Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Trefle; Shamrock; Klee (engraving)

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Trefle; Shamrock; Klee (engraving)
7197812 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Trefle; Shamrock; Klee (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Trefle; Shamrock; Klee)

Background imageTrefle Collection: Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Trefle (incarnat); Clover; Rothe Klee (engraving)

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Trefle (incarnat); Clover; Rothe Klee (engraving)
7197813 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Trefle (incarnat); Clover; Rothe Klee (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Trefle (incarnat); Clover; Rothe Klee

Background imageTrefle Collection: Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Trefle (ornement); Trefoil; Kleezug (engraving)

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Trefle (ornement); Trefoil; Kleezug (engraving)
7197814 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Trefle (ornement); Trefoil; Kleezug (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Trefle (ornement); Trefoil; Kleezug

Background imageTrefle Collection: Crimson clover or Italian clover, Trifolium incarnatum

Crimson clover or Italian clover, Trifolium incarnatum, Trefle incarnat. Handcoloured steel engraving by Oudet after a botanical illustration by Edouard Maubert from Pierre Oscar Reveil, A

Background imageTrefle Collection: Playing card: King of Clubs (colour litho)

Playing card: King of Clubs (colour litho)
DHS212778 Playing card: King of Clubs (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Dallas Historical Society, Texas

Background imageTrefle Collection: Playing card: Queen of Clubs (colour litho)

Playing card: Queen of Clubs (colour litho)
DHS212776 Playing card: Queen of Clubs (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Dallas Historical Society, Texas

Background imageTrefle Collection: Playing card depicting the Glorious Victory at the Battle of Hochstadt where the French

Playing card depicting the Glorious Victory at the Battle of Hochstadt where the French
XJF119835 Playing card depicting the Glorious Victory at the Battle of Hochstadt where the French and Bavarians Lost 40, 000 Men (engraving) (b/w photo) by English School

Background imageTrefle Collection: The Aviator, 1914 (oil on canvas)

The Aviator, 1914 (oil on canvas)
SRM54121 The Aviator, 1914 (oil on canvas) by Malevich, Kazimir Severinovich (1878-1935); 125x65 cm; State Russian Museum, St. Petersburg, Russia; eState Russian Museum; Russian, out of copyright

Background imageTrefle Collection: Playing card: Jack of Clubs (colour litho)

Playing card: Jack of Clubs (colour litho)
DHS212774 Playing card: Jack of Clubs (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Dallas Historical Society, Texas, USA; eDallas Historical Society; American, out of copyright

Background imageTrefle Collection: Marshal Tallard taken Prisoner, seven of clubs playing card from a set commemorating

Marshal Tallard taken Prisoner, seven of clubs playing card from a set commemorating
XJF115653 Marshal Tallard taken Prisoner, seven of clubs playing card from a set commemorating the War of the Spanish Succession (1702-13) (engraving) (b&w photo) by Spofforth

Background imageTrefle Collection: Marshal Tallard and other French Generals Brought Prisoners to England

Marshal Tallard and other French Generals Brought Prisoners to England
XJF115654 Marshal Tallard and other French Generals Brought Prisoners to England, four of clubs playing card from a set commemorating the War of the Spanish Succession (1702-13) (engraving)

Background imageTrefle Collection: Plate decorated with a trompe l oeil of eighteenth century playing cards

Plate decorated with a trompe l oeil of eighteenth century playing cards
XIL185162 Plate decorated with a trompe l oeil of eighteenth century playing cards, Lille (faience) by French School, (19th century); Musee des Beaux-Arts, Lille

Background imageTrefle Collection: Trade at Harborough, English playing card (engraving) (b / w photo)

Trade at Harborough, English playing card (engraving) (b / w photo)
XJF119819 Trade at Harborough, English playing card (engraving) (b/w photo) by English School, (17th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Background imageTrefle Collection: Slice of French Trefle goats cheese with blue-grey mould on rind

Slice of French Trefle goats cheese with blue-grey mould on rind


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"Trefle: A Captivating Symbol of History and Fortune" Step into the world of Trefle, where playing cards come alive with tales of intrigue and triumph. In 1678, a deck depicting the murder of Sir Edmund Berry Godfrey sends shivers down your spine, while Reddin's pillory engraving in 1679 reminds you of the consequences faced by those who dare challenge authority. Le Vocabulaire Illustre introduces us to Trefle's diverse meanings - from Shamrock to Klee, each engraving tells a unique story. The vibrant Le Vocabulaire Illustre showcases Trefle (incarnat), also known as Clover or Rothe Klee, capturing its essence through intricate artistry. As we delve deeper into this captivating symbol, we discover Trefle (ornement) - an enchanting Trefoil that adorns various designs like Kleezug engravings. Its elegance adds a touch of sophistication to any setting. But it doesn't stop there. Crimson clover or Italian clover, Trifolium incarnatum brings forth its own allure. Its vivid hues paint nature's canvas with beauty and grace. The King and Queen of Clubs take center stage on color litho playing cards; their regal presence commands attention amidst games filled with strategy and skill. Meanwhile, the Jack of Clubs adds a mischievous charm that keeps players on their toes. In another turn of events depicted on these cards lies the Glorious Victory at the Battle of Hochstadt - where French forces face defeat against all odds. This historical moment immortalized in play captures both bravery and resilience. And then comes The Aviator in 1914; an oil painting that transports us to new heights as we witness man conquering the skies above. It serves as a reminder that dreams can become reality when one dares to defy limits.