Charles Barbant Collection

Namur, Belgium, 1879. Artist: Charles Barbant
Namur, Belgium, 1879. The rocky promontory at the fork between the Sambre and Meuse rivers was once occupied by a Roman fortified camp

Japanese man with a tattooed back, 1895. Artist: Charles Barbant
Japanese man with a tattooed back, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XIV, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

Mount Fuji, Japan, 1895. Artist: Charles Barbant
Mount Fuji, Japan, 1895. As seen from the south-west. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XIV, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co

Wuhan, China, 1895. Artist: Charles Barbant
Wuhan, China, 1895. At the confluence of the Han and Yangtse rivers. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XIV, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co

The Upper Yangtse-Kiang, China, 1895. Artist: Weber
The Upper Yangtse-Kiang, China, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XIV, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

Persian men, 1895. Artist: Charles Barbant
Persian men, 1895. Featured are a noblemen, a Dervish and a mendicant. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XVI, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co

A street in Bangkok, Thailand, 1895. Artist: Charles Barbant
A street in Bangkok, Thailand, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XVI, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

Cambojan, eldest son of Narodom, 1895. Artist: Charles Barbant
Cambojan, eldest son of Narodom, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XVI, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

The Princess of Bhopal, India, 1895. Artist: Charles Barbant
The Princess of Bhopal, India, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XVI, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

The Banderpunch mountains, India, 1895. Artist: Charles Barbant
The Banderpunch mountains, India, 1895. As seen from Barsu. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XVI, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co

The gorge of the Marble Rocks, India, 1895. Artist: Charles Barbant
The gorge of the Marble Rocks, India, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XVI, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

Boat racing on the Mekong, 1895. Artist: Charles Barbant
Boat racing on the Mekong, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XVI, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

The Angara river, below the Padunskiy rapids, Siberia, Russia, 1895. Artist: Charles Barbant
The Angara river, below the Padunskiy rapids, Siberia, Russia, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XII, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co

The Upper Yangtze river, China, 1895. Artist: Charles Barbant
The Upper Yangtze river, China, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XII, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

Colossal Idols, Upper Bamlan Valley, Afghanistan, 1895. Artist: Charles Barbant
Colossal Idols, Upper Bamlan Valley, Afghanistan, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XII, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co

Boghari village and market, c1890. Artist: Charles Barbant
Boghari village and market, c1890. Scene at a desert market, possibly Qasr el-Boukhari in Algeria. Illustration from The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, Division XXI

The Kasr-el-jebel Cirque, Syria, c1890. Artist: Charles Barbant
The Kasr-el-jebel Cirque, Syria, c1890. A cirque is a curved valley formed by glacial erosion. Illustration from The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, Division XXI

Commerce Square, Lisbon, Portugal, 19th century. Artist: Charles Barbant
Commerce Square, Lisbon, Portugal, 19th century

The rocks of Inkerman, Crimea, Ukraine, 19th century. Artist: Charles Barbant
The rocks of Inkerman, Crimea, Ukraine, 19th century

The Fish Lake, Switzerland, 1879. Artist: Weber
The Fish Lake, Switzerland, 1879

Cap Haitien, Haiti, 19th century. Artist: Charles Barbant
Cap Haitien, Haiti, 19th century

The Kalkmarkt, Amsterdam, Holland, 1879. Artist: Taylor
The Kalkmarkt, Amsterdam, Holland, 1879

Venice, Italy, 1879. Artist: Charles Barbant
Venice, Italy, 1879. View of the Doges Palace and the Campanile, with the domes of St Marks Cathedral beyond

Naples, Italy, 1879. Artist: Charles Barbant
Naples, Italy, 1879. View of the Bay of Naples with the volcano Vesuvius in the distance

Koblenz and Festung Ehrenbreitstein, Germany, 1879. View of the city which lies at the junction of the Mosel and Rhine rivers

Ragusa, Sicily, Italy, 1879. Artist: Charles Barbant
Ragusa, Sicily, Italy, 1879. View of the Mediterranean port

Graz, Austria, 1879. Artist: Charles Barbant
Graz, Austria, 1879. The city lies on the Mur River and is bordered on three sides by the Alps

Confluence of the Oka and the Volga, Russia, 1879. Artist: Taylor
Confluence of the Oka and the Volga, Russia, 1879. The river port of Nizhniy Novgorod lies at the joining of the two rivers

Metz, France, 19th century. Artist: Charles Barbant
Metz, France, 19th century. The city lies on the Mosel and Seille rivers

Amalfi, Italy, 1879. Artist: Charles Barbant
Amalfi, Italy, 1879. The Mediterranean fishing port of Amalfi is built on limestone cliffs overlooking the Gulf of Salerno, near Naples

Heidelberg Castle, Germany, 1879. Artist: Charles Barbant
Heidelberg Castle, Germany, 1879. The inner couryard of the castle which dates mainly from the 14th-17th centuries. Now largely in ruins, it features examples of medieval, Renaissance

The Corn Quay, Ghent, Flanders, Belgium, 1879. Artist: Charles Barbant
The Corn Quay, Ghent, Flanders, Belgium, 1879. The Korenlei or Corn Quay runs along the River Lys. Many of its buildings date back to the 12th century

Trieste, Italy, 1879. Artist: Charles Barbant
Trieste, Italy, 1879. View of the northern Italian port of Trieste on the Adriatic Sea

Samoyeds from Caborova on a Sleigh pulled by Reindeer, 1878 (engraving)
KW441345 Samoyeds from Caborova on a Sleigh pulled by Reindeer, 1878 (engraving) by Riou, Edouard (1833-1900) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Baron Nils Adolf Erik Nordenskiold, 1878 (engraving)
KW441344 Baron Nils Adolf Erik Nordenskiold, 1878 (engraving) by Ronjat, Etienne (b.1822) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration from El Mundo en la Mano or The World in Your Hands)

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"Charles Barbant: A Journey Through Cultures and Landscapes" Step into the world of Charles Barbant, a talented artist hailing from Namur, Belgium in 1879. With his keen eye for detail and passion for capturing diverse cultures, he embarked on an artistic odyssey that took him to various corners of the globe. In 1895, Barbant found himself captivated by the enigmatic allure of Japan. His brush delicately portrayed a Japanese man with an intricately tattooed back, showcasing both the artistry and symbolism embedded within their culture. He also immortalized Mount Fuji's majestic beauty in his artwork, capturing its serene presence against a backdrop of cherry blossoms. Venturing further eastward, Wuhan in China beckoned to Barbant's artistic senses. The bustling cityscape came alive under his skilled hand as he depicted its vibrant streets teeming with life. Continuing along the Yangtse-Kiang River, he painted breathtaking landscapes that showcased China's natural wonders. Barbant's journey then led him to Persia where he encountered fascinating Persian men adorned in traditional attire. Their dignified expressions spoke volumes about their rich heritage and traditions. As he ventured southwards towards Southeast Asia, Bangkok greeted him with open arms. In one stroke of genius after another, Barbant captured the essence of this vibrant city through his depiction of its lively streets bustling with activity. Traveling even further eastward brought him to Cambodia where Cambojan (eldest son of Narodom) became one among many subjects who fascinated him during this leg of his journey. India unfolded before Barbant like a tapestry woven with diversity and contrast. From portraying royalty such as The Princess of Bhopal to shedding light on harsh realities like famine victims struggling for survival - each stroke revealed stories untold before. The Indian subcontinent continued to mesmerize as Barbant skillfully rendered stunning vistas such as the Banderpunch mountains and the awe-inspiring gorge of the Marble Rocks.