Arsene Collection

Gerald Du Maurier / T&c
GERALD DU MAURIER English actor-manager, in the role of Arsene Lupin

Virginia Bruce in Arsene Lupin Returns (1938) wearing her while dinner gown with jewelled clasp on shoulder Date: 1938

Arsene Houssaye, French novelist and poet, 1861. A photograph from Album de Photographies dans L Intimite de Personnages Illustres, 1865-1905, 4th album, Editions MD, Paris

Arsene Lupin by Francis de Croisset and Maurice Leblanc, French production at the Theatre de l Athenee, Paris, . Lupin brandishes a bomb at Chief Inspector Guerchard and other policemen (Act IV)

Gerald du Maurier as Arsene Lupin
Gerald du Maurier, English actor and theatrical manager, in the role of Arsene Lupin, his most successful role, played at the Duke of Yorks Theatre, London in 1909. Date: 1909

Houssaye Photo
ARSENE ARMAND HOUSSAYE French administrator of the Comedie francaise, editor and museum reorganiser, photographed in 1861. Date: 1815-1896

St. John Climacus ( the Ladder ) St. John of Damascus and St. Arsenius, Novgorod School
BAL93092 St. John Climacus ( the Ladder ) St. John of Damascus and St. Arsenius, Novgorod School (tempera on canvas) by Russian School, (15th century); 24x19 cm; Museum of Art, Novgorod

Arsne Houssaye / Gill
Arsne Houssaye (1815-1896) Journalist, art critic, dramatist novelist and director of the Comdie-Franaise (1849-1856)

REDOUTE, 1875
A redoute at the Paris home of fashionable writer Arsene Houssaye : the guests include many celebrities - Theodor de Banville on the lower left, Gautier to the upper right

OLIVIERs AVISOL
Arsene Oliviers Avisol - an airship with wings - seeks to combine the lift of the aeroplanes wings with that of the airships body

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"Arsene: A Captivating Tale of Intrigue and Mystery" Step into the world of "Arsene, " where enigmatic characters and thrilling stories unfold. From the renowned actor Gerald Du Maurier to the timeless charm of T&c, this captivating saga takes us on a journey through various realms. Inspired by the iconic character Arsene Lupin created by Francis de Croisset and Maurice Leblanc, we delve into a realm where cunning meets adventure. Virginia Bruce's portrayal in "Arsene Lupin Returns" (1938) adds another layer of allure to this timeless tale. But let us not forget Arsene Houssaye, the French novelist and poet who left an indelible mark on literature in 1861. His photo captured by Houssaye himself reveals his profound influence on artistry. The essence Lupin is beautifully portrayed in Francis de Croisset and Maurice Leblanc's work, which continues to captivate readers across generations. Gerald du Maurier's portrayal as Arsene Lupin further solidifies his place as one of fiction's most intriguing characters. Yet beyond these fictional realms lies a connection to spirituality - St. John Climacus' "the Ladder, " St. John of Damascus, and even St. Arsenius from Novgorod School all intertwine with our protagonist Arsène. Intriguingly enough, there seems to be a link between Arsène Houssaye and Gill - perhaps their shared passion for creativity binds them together across time? The exquisite REDOUTE illustration from 1875 only deepens this mystery further. As we navigate through this labyrinthine narrative, one cannot help but wonder about OLIVIERs AVISOL - what secrets lie within its pages? What hidden truths will it reveal about our beloved character? "Arsene" invites you into a world where imagination reigns supreme; where heroes are not always what they seem, and where the allure of mystery is irresistible.