Viaud Collection

PIERRE LOTI alias Louis-Marie-Julien VIAUD (1850 - 1923), French naval officer and novelist: a satirical view. Date: 1898

The Admiral Viaud, or Paul Viaud in an Admirals Costume, 1901. Found in the Collection of Museu de Arte de Sa o Paulo

Pierre Loti in the uniform of a member of the Academie Francais, 1892, (1903). Artist: Louis Marie Julien Viaud
Pierre Loti in the uniform of a member of the Academie Francais, 1892, (1903). French writer Pierre Loti (1850-1923) on the day of his appointment at the Academie francaise on 7th April 1892

A corner of the Turkish Room, c1895, (1903). Artist: E Montastier
A corner of the Turkish Room, c1895, (1903). A photograph inside Pierre Lotis (1850-1923) house in Rochefort, France. The Turkish drawing room

Pierre Loti, French naval officer and novelist, 1908. Pierre Loti was the pseudonym of Julien Viaud (1850-1923). A photograph from Album de Photographies, Dans L Intimite de Personnages Illustres

Easter Island, Religious Festival, 1872. Artist: Louis Marie Julien Viaud
Easter Island, Religious Festival, 1872

Aziyade, c1879. Artist: Louis Marie Julien Viaud
Aziyade, c1879

Pierre Loti, pseudonym of Julien Viaud (1850-1923). French novelist and naval officer. Pierre Loti aboard the gunboat Javelot. Engraving by Rico. La Ilustracion Espanola y Americana, 1892. Colored

Pierre Loti - French novelist and naval officer
Pierre Loti (Julien Viaud) (18501923) - French novelist and naval officer. Date: 1908

Pierre Loti / V Fair 1895
PIERRE LOTI alias Louis-Marie-Julien VIAUD French naval officer and novelist

Pierre Loti / P Journal 22
PIERRE LOTI alias Louis-Marie-Julien VIAUD French naval officer and novelist receives the Legion d Honneur grand cross

Pierre Loti / Contemporain
PIERRE LOTI alias Louis-Marie-Julien VIAUD French sailor & writer

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Pierre Loti, born Louis-Marie-Julien Viaud in 1850, was a fascinating figure who wore many hats throughout his life. Known as both an accomplished French naval officer and a renowned novelist, Loti's diverse interests and experiences shaped his unique perspective on the world. In 1901, Loti donned an Admiral's costume for a portrait titled "The Admiral Viaud" or "Paul Viaud. " This image captures his affinity for maritime adventures and highlights his prestigious position within the navy. Similarly, another portrait from 1892 showcases him dressed in the uniform of a member of the Academie Francais, emphasizing his literary achievements. Loti's love for travel is evident in various artworks depicting him immersed in different cultures. In one photograph taken around 1895 by E Montastier, he can be seen inside a mosque during his visit to Turkey. The intricate details of the Turkish room further illustrate his fascination with foreign lands. As an artist himself under the pseudonym Julien Viaud, Loti captured moments from Easter Island's religious festival in 1872. His painting transports viewers to this remote island where ancient traditions come alive through vibrant colors and expressive brushstrokes. One of Loti's most famous novels is "Aziyade, " published circa 1879. Inspired by his time spent in Istanbul during his naval career, this work delves into themes of exoticism and forbidden love. It exemplifies how Loti seamlessly blended personal experiences with imaginative storytelling. Throughout history, Pierre Loti has left an indelible mark as both a writer and sailor. His contributions to literature continue to captivate readers worldwide while shedding light on distant cultures and forgotten traditions. As we remember this remarkable French novelist and naval officer who lived from 1850 to 1923 let us celebrate Pierre Loti’s legacy that continues to inspire generations even today.