Bosquet Collection

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Bosquet; Grove; Lustwaldchen (engraving)
7194979 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Bosquet; Grove; Lustwaldchen (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bosquet; Grove; Lustwaldchen)

Plan of the Cascade in the Grove of Agrippina, from Gardens at Marly
ARH174228 Plan of the Cascade in the Grove of Agrippina, from Gardens at Marly, early 18th century (w/c on paper) (see also 163976) by French School

Bosquet du Salle de Bal, Versailles, c. 1715 (engraving)
2962816 Bosquet du Salle de Bal, Versailles, c.1715 (engraving) by French School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: From Les Plans, Profils, et Elevations, des Ville)

Bosquet des Bains d Apollon (coloured photo)
3632058 Bosquet des Bains d Apollon (coloured photo) by French Photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bosquet des Bains d Apollon)

Amphitheatre of Mercury, from Gardens of Marly
ARH174230 Amphitheatre of Mercury, from Gardens of Marly, early 18th century (w/c on paper) by French School, (18th century); Centre Historique des Archives Nationales, Paris

Grove of the Salle du Bal, Versailles, from Les Plans
STC171902 Grove of the Salle du Bal, Versailles, from Les Plans, Profils et Elevations des Ville et Chateau de Versailles, engraved by Lucas, published c.1715 (engraving) by French School

A parterre with orange trees in the garden of the Lichtenstein Palace, Vienna
STC170852 A parterre with orange trees in the garden of the Lichtenstein Palace, Vienna, engraved by Franz Michael Regenfus (c.1712-80), published c.1724-37 (engraving) by Kleiner

The River, remodelled 1706-07, from Gardens of Marly
ARH174231 The River, remodelled 1706-07, from Gardens of Marly, early 18th century (w/c on paper) by French School, (18th century); Centre Historique des Archives Nationales, Paris

The Cascade, altered at the end of 1706, in the grove on the hill
ARH174221 The Cascade, altered at the end of 1706, in the grove on the hill, from Gardens of Marly, early 18th century (w/c on paper) by French School

Francois Bosquet, 1671. Creator: Robert Nanteuil
Francois Bosquet, 1671

VERSAILLES FONTAINES
BOSQUET DES TROIS FONTAINES (clearing in the woods, with three fountains) Date: 1688

The fountain in the Grove of the muses at the Chateau de Marly. Artist: Robert, Hubert (1733-1808)
The fountain in the Grove of the muses at the Chateau de Marly. Found in the collection of Musee de l Histoire de France, Chateau de Versailles

Bosquet des Bains d Apollon. Artist: Robert, Hubert (1733-1808)
Bosquet des Bains d Apollon. Found in the collection of Musee de l Histoire de France, Chateau de Versailles

General Bosquet, French soldier, 1857. Artist: DJ Pound
General Bosquet, French soldier, 1857. Pierre Francois Joseph Bosquet (1810-1861) was active in the French Algerian campaigns (1834-1852)

Pierre Francois Joseph Bosquet, French soldier, 1857. Bosquet (1810-1861) was active in the French Algerian campaigns (1834-1852)

Pierre Francois Joseph Bosquet 1810 - 1861. French General During Crimean War. From The Book Gallery Of Historical Portraits Published C.1880

General Bosquet and Captain Dampierre
General Pierre Bosquet (seated) and one of his principal staff-officers, Captain Dampierre, seen during the Crimean War. Bosquet played a prominent role during the War

Source Size = 2634 x 2898
General Bosquet, from the Exhibition of Photographic Pictures Taken in the Crimea, by Roger Fenton

Source Size = 1736 x 1822
General Bosquet, the Captor of the Malakoff, from a Drawing by E. Armitage, the Fall of Sebastopol, the Crimean War

The Basin of Ceres at Versailles, early eighteenth century (oil on canvas)
XIR375739 The Basin of Ceres at Versailles, early eighteenth century (oil on canvas) by French School, (18th century); 59 x 117 cm; ChAteau de Versailles

The Water Alley and the Dragon Fountain, Versailles (oil on canvas)
XIR375735 The Water Alley and the Dragon Fountain, Versailles (oil on canvas) by French School, (18th century); 60 x 132 cm; ChAteau de Versailles

The Basin of Saturn at Versailles, early eighteenth century (oil on canvas)
XIR375738 The Basin of Saturn at Versailles, early eighteenth century (oil on canvas) by French School, (18th century); 59 x 117 cm; ChAteau de Versailles

GENERAL BOSQUET. Pierre Francois Joseph Bosquet, 8 November 1810, Mont-de-Marsan, Landes 5 February 1861, was a French Army general

Perspective View of the Grove from the Galerie des Antiques at Versailles, 1688
XIR159163 Perspective View of the Grove from the Galerie des Antiques at Versailles, 1688 (oil on canvas) by Martin, Jean-Baptiste (1659-1735); 200x140 cm; Chateau du Grand Trianon, Versailles

Feast given in the little grounds in Versailles, 1678 (engraving) (b / w photo)
XIR164272 Feast given in the little grounds in Versailles, 1678 (engraving) (b/w photo) by Lepautre, Jean (1618-82); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

Versailles. Bosquet de l Arc de Triomphe. Groupe par Tuby. ( Fr
Versailles. Bosquet de l Arc de Triomphe. Groupe par Tuby. (" France Triumphant, " by Jean-Baptiste Tuby, Versailles); Eugene Atget, French, 1857 - 1927; Paris, France

GENERAL BOSQUET. Pierre Francois Joseph Bosquet, 8 November 1810, Mont-de-Marsan, Landes 5 February 1861, was a French Army general

Commander Ballan, officer on Bosquets staff. Commander Ballan, full-length portrait, standing, facing slightly left. Date 1855

General Bosquet on Bayard. General Bosquet, full-length portrait, seated on horse, facing left. Date 1855

The Provost Marshal of the Division of General Bosquet. French officer, full-length portrait, seated, with one hand placed inside his unbuttoned coat. Date 1855

General Bosquet. General Bosquet, three-quarter length portrait, facing front. Date 1855

General Cissa, chief of the staff to General Bosquet, & aide
General Cisse, chief of the staff to General Bosquet, & aide-de-camp. Date 1855. General Cissa, chief of the staff to General Bosquet, & aide-de-camp. Date 1855

Captain Thomas, aide-de-camp to General Bosquet. Captain Thomas, full-length portrait, wearing uniform with sword, seated, facing left. Date 1855

General Bosquet giving orders to his staff. Bosquet, full-length portrait, standing, facing front and pointing forward; three of his staff stand next to him. Date 1855

General Cissa, with officers & soldiers of General Bosquet s
General Cisse, with officers & soldiers of General Bosquets Division. General Cisse and group of officers and soldiers, posed, wearing various styles of uniforms; a zouave stands at the far left

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"Bosquet: Exploring the Enchanting Groves of French Gardens" Step into a world of natural beauty and tranquility with the captivating concept of "bosquet. " Derived from the French word for grove, bosquets were meticulously designed areas within gardens that offered respite from the formal landscapes. These enchanting spaces, often depicted in various engravings and artworks, showcased nature's splendor in its purest form. One such portrayal is seen in the "Plan of the Cascade in the Grove of Agrippina" from Marly Gardens. This intricate design highlights a cascading waterfall surrounded by lush vegetation, creating an idyllic retreat reminiscent of a lustwaldchen or pleasure forest. Similarly, Versailles' "Bosquet du Salle de Bal" engraving transports us to a grand ballroom nestled amidst verdant greenery. The allure continues with vibrant photographs like that of "Bosquet des Bains d'Apollon, " where Apollo's mythical baths are brought to life through colorful imagery. Meanwhile, glimpses into Marly Gardens reveal architectural marvels such as the "Amphitheatre of Mercury, " blending harmoniously with nature's bounty. Not limited to France alone, Vienna's Lichtenstein Palace showcases an exquisite parterre adorned with orange trees—a testament to how bosquets transcended borders and captivated garden enthusiasts worldwide. Water features played an integral role within these groves; their significance evident in works like "The River" at Marly Gardens and Versailles' iconic fountains captured magnificently during their performances. Beyond picturesque landscapes lies another facet—people who contributed significantly to this art form. François Bosquet stands out as one such creator whose portrait by Robert Nanteuil immortalizes his influence on garden aesthetics during 1671. Lastly, we delve into Chateau de Marly's Grove of Muses fountain—an artistic masterpiece crafted by Hubert Robert.