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Algerienne Collection

"Algerienne: A Glimpse into the Conquest of Algeria (1830-1847)" Step back in time to witness the historical events that shaped Algeria's destiny

Background imageAlgerienne Collection: Costumes of the Berbers, North Africa, early 19th century, including woman in traditional hayek

Costumes of the Berbers, North Africa, early 19th century, including woman in traditional hayek shawl
FLO4620858 Costumes of the Berbers, North Africa, early 19th century, including woman in traditional hayek shawl. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Andrea Bernieri from Giulio Ferrario's

Background imageAlgerienne Collection: Rue d'Algiers, Painting by Jean Seignemartin (1848-1875). Photography, KIM Youngtae, Lyon

Rue d'Algiers, Painting by Jean Seignemartin (1848-1875). Photography, KIM Youngtae, Lyon
YOU4419435 Rue d'Algiers, Painting by Jean Seignemartin (1848-1875). Photography, KIM Youngtae, Lyon, Musee des Beaux Arts de Lyon.; (add.info.: Rue d'Algiers)

Background imageAlgerienne Collection: Algerian costumes: couple from Algiers and below, Algeroise in interior dress

Algerian costumes: couple from Algiers and below, Algeroise in interior dress
FLO4634945 Algerian costumes: couple from Algiers and below, Algeroise in interior dress. Lithography for the book: " Galerie complete en tableaux fideles des peuples d'Afrique" by

Background imageAlgerienne Collection: Conquete de l Algerie (1830-1847): 'Attack of Algiers by sea

Conquete de l Algerie (1830-1847): "Attack of Algiers by sea, by the French fleet under the command of Admiral
JLJ4640667 Conquete de l Algerie (1830-1847): " Attack of Algiers by sea, by the French fleet under the command of Admiral Duperre

Background imageAlgerienne Collection: Attatich, which is loaded on camels, is a kind of big cage, made of intertwined palm stalks

Attatich, which is loaded on camels, is a kind of big cage, made of intertwined palm stalks
LSE4325108 Attatich, which is loaded on camels, is a kind of big cage, made of intertwined palm stalks, covered with fabrics and decorated with colored wool pompoms

Background imageAlgerienne Collection: Lettre K Kroumir. Gravure in 'Petit alphabet illustre'

Lettre K Kroumir. Gravure in "Petit alphabet illustre"
DUV4212968 Lettre K Kroumir. Gravure in " Petit alphabet illustre". Pellerin, imprimeur-editeur, epinal. Bibliotheque enfantine. Serie mignonne. Seconde moitie du 19eme siecle

Background imageAlgerienne Collection: Conquete of Algeria (1830-1847): 'Capture of the Smalah (Smala

Conquete of Algeria (1830-1847): "Capture of the Smalah (Smala
JLJ4643579 Conquete of Algeria (1830-1847): " Capture of the Smalah (Smala) of Abd el Kader (Abd-el-Kader or ibn Muhyi al-Din al-Hasani) (1807-1883) by the Duke of Aumale in Taguin

Background imageAlgerienne Collection: Orientalism: 'Women of Algiers'Painting by Eugene Giraud

Orientalism: "Women of Algiers"Painting by Eugene Giraud
JLJ4645467 Orientalism: " Women of Algiers" Painting by Eugene Giraud (1806-1881) 19th century. Tours, Museum of Fine Arts by Giraud, Eugene (1806-81); Musee des Beaux-Arts, Tours

Background imageAlgerienne Collection: Conquete of Algeria (1830-1847): 'Capture of the Smalah (Smala

Conquete of Algeria (1830-1847): "Capture of the Smalah (Smala
JLJ4643581 Conquete of Algeria (1830-1847): " Capture of the Smalah (Smala) of Abd el Kader (Abd-el-Kader or ibn Muhyi al-Din al-Hasani) (1807-1883) by the Duke of Aumale in Taguin

Background imageAlgerienne Collection: The Capture of Setif in Algeria by the Troops of the Duke of Orleans Painting by Adrien

The Capture of Setif in Algeria by the Troops of the Duke of Orleans Painting by Adrien
JLJ4644554 The Capture of Setif in Algeria by the Troops of the Duke of Orleans Painting by Adrien Dauzats (1804-1868) 1839 Orleans, Museum of Fine Arts by Dauzats

Background imageAlgerienne Collection: Portrait of Eugene Cavaignac (1802-1857) General Governor of Algeria Painting by Ary

Portrait of Eugene Cavaignac (1802-1857) General Governor of Algeria Painting by Ary
JLJ4645953 Portrait of Eugene Cavaignac (1802-1857) General Governor of Algeria Painting by Ary Scheffer (1795-1858) 19th century. Dim. 0, 76x0, 56 m

Background imageAlgerienne Collection: Hotel de la Depeche Algerienne, Algiers, Algeria

Hotel de la Depeche Algerienne, Algiers, Algeria. Date: circa 1906

Background imageAlgerienne Collection: Mme. Clementine Stora in Algerian Dress, or Algerian Woman, 1870 (oil on canvas)

Mme. Clementine Stora in Algerian Dress, or Algerian Woman, 1870 (oil on canvas)
BAL72395 Mme. Clementine Stora in Algerian Dress, or Algerian Woman, 1870 (oil on canvas) by Renoir, Pierre Auguste (1841-1919); 84x60 cm; Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco, CA, USA; French

Background imageAlgerienne Collection: Algerienne, Camille Corot, 1871 - 1873

Algerienne, Camille Corot, 1871 - 1873

Background imageAlgerienne Collection: Emprunt National 1920 - Compagnie Algerienne

Emprunt National 1920 - Compagnie Algerienne. Foreground, Algerian men with a flock of sheep on a pier watching men load a boat with goods. Date 1920. Emprunt National 1920 - Compagnie Algerienne

Background imageAlgerienne Collection: Compagnie Algerienne. Souscrire, c est hater son retour avec

Compagnie Algerienne. Souscrire, c est hater son retour avec la victoire. An Algerian soldier back in Algeria with his wife and child. Date 1918. Compagnie Algerienne

Background imageAlgerienne Collection: Compagnie Algerienne. Souscrivez. Emprunt de la Liberation

Compagnie Algerienne. Souscrivez. Emprunt de la Liberation. A man in Algerian dress on horseback. Algeria and French West Africa sent 500, 000 men to fight for France. Date 1918

Background imageAlgerienne Collection: Offices of La Depeche Algerienne

Offices of La Depeche Algerienne
Where Boulevard Laferriere meets Rue D Isly, with the offices of La Depeche Algerienne newspaper and a fantastically-ornate Post Office building (right), Algiers, Algeria


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"Algerienne: A Glimpse into the Conquest of Algeria (1830-1847)" Step back in time to witness the historical events that shaped Algeria's destiny. In this captivating painting, "Attack of Algiers by sea, " we are transported to July 3rd, 1830, as the French fleet under Admiral Duperre launches a daring assault on Algiers. Antoine Leon Morel-Fatio skillfully captures the intensity and drama of this pivotal moment. As we delve deeper into Algerian culture, we encounter an intriguing mode of transportation known as Attatich. These large cages made from intertwined palm stalks and adorned with colorful wool pompoms were not only used for carrying women and children but also served as vessels for food, carpets, and utensils. In another fascinating illustration titled "Lettre K Kroumir, " found in the "Petit alphabet illustre, " we catch a glimpse of life during the conquest. This engraving provides insight into daily activities and showcases various aspects of Algerian society. Eugene Giraud's masterpiece "Women of Algiers" transports us to an Orientalist world filled with beauty and mystery. The capture of Smalah (Smala) is depicted here—a significant event during the conquest—where Eugene masterfully portrays both strength and vulnerability. The Capture of Setif in Algeria by Duke d'Orleans' troops comes alive through Adrien's brushstrokes. This painting immortalizes a crucial victory that marked France's progress in its quest for dominance over Algeria. A portrait emerges before our eyes—General Governor Eugene Cavaignac stands tall as he oversees his responsibilities in Algeria. Ary skillfully captures Cavaignac's determination and leadership qualities—an embodiment of France's presence during this period. The Hotel de la Depeche Algerienne stands proudly amidst bustling Algiers—a symbol representing colonial influence on local architecture while serving as a hub for communication and news dissemination.