Duflos Collection

Isaac Newton - English physicist, astronomer, mathematician
Isaac Newton (1642-1727). English physicist, astronomer and mathematician. Opuscula Mathematica, Philosophica et Philologica. Volume I: Mathematica

Montezuma, last Emperor of the Aztecs, 16th century (1780). Artist: Pierre Duflos
Montezuma, last Emperor of the Aztecs, 16th century (1780). The Aztec Empire was overthrown in 1519-1521 by Spanish conquistadors led by Hernan Cortes in alliance with other Mexican tribes anxious to

A portrait of Huguette Duflos (1920-24) of the Comedie Francaise Date: 1920-1924

A portrait of Jane Penouardt (1920-24) who appeared in Louis Verneuils Lison and Duvernois Nonnette at her own theatre - the Theatre Daunou Date: 1920-1924

La Peinture, 1770-86. Creators: Claude-Augustin Duflos, F. R. Delarue
La Peinture, 1770-86

Allegorical figure appearing on clouds overhead while a group of men gathered below look
Allegorical figure [Virgin Mary?] appearing on clouds overhead while a group of men gathered below look up in astonishment, 1728

The Flight into Egypt; the holy family walking with the young John the Baptist, trees behind them, in an octagonal frame, after Reni, ca. 1720-86

Christ in the tomb, resting across the Virgins lap; after Perugino, ca. 1685-1727

The Coquettish Widow, 1747. 1747. Creator: Simon Nicolas Duflos
The Coquettish Widow, 1747

Charles de la Porte, duc de la Meilleraye (1602-1664), ca 1690. Creator: Duflos
Charles de la Porte, duc de la Meilleraye (1602-1664), ca 1690. Private Collection

A Mandarin warlord, 1780. Artist: Pierre Duflos
A Mandarin warlord, 1780. From Receuil des Estampes, Representant les Rangs et les Dignites, suivant le Costume de toutes les Nations existantes, by Pierre Duflos, 1780

Charlemagne, King of the Franks, (1780). Artist: Pierre Duflos
Charlemagne, King of the Franks, (1780). King of the Franks from 768, Charlemagne (c742-814) was crowned Holy Roman Emperor in 800 AD by Leo III

Confucius, ancient Chinese philosopher, (1780). Artist: Pierre Duflos
Confucius, ancient Chinese philosopher, (1780). According to Chinese tradition, Confucius (551-479 BC) was a thinker, political figure, educator, and founder of the Ru School of Chinese thought

Hernan Cortes, Spanish conquistador, (1780). Artist: Pierre Duflos
Hernan Cortes, Spanish conquistador, (1780). Landing in Mexico in 1519, with a force of only some 600 men, Cortes (1485-1547) succeeded in overthrowing the empire of the Aztecs

William III, King of Great Britain and Ireland, (1780). Artist: Pierre Duflos
William III, King of Great Britain and Ireland, (1780). William of Orange (1650-1702) was invited by a conspiracy of English notables to depose the Catholic James II

Genghis Khan, Mongol warrior and conqueror, (1780). Artist: Pierre Duflos
Genghis Khan, Mongol warrior and conqueror, (1780). Genghis Khan (c1162-1227) founded what would become the largest contiguous empire in history

Pierre Duflos after Jean-Michel Moreau, French (1742-1816), La da couverte du nouveau
Pierre Duflos after Jean-Michel Moreau, French (1742-1816), La da© couverte du nouveau monde, etching and engraving

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"Duflos: A Name that Resonates Through Time and Art" Isaac Newton, the brilliant English physicist, astronomer, and mathematician, left an indelible mark on the world of science. But there is another Duflos who made their own significant contributions in different realms. In the early 1920s, Huguette Duflos graced the stage as part of Comedie Francaise. Her portrait captures her elegance and talent during those years when she mesmerized audiences with her performances. Jane Penouardt also shone brightly during this period at her very own Theatre Daunou. She appeared in Louis Verneuil's Lison and Duvernois Nonnette, leaving a lasting impression on theater-goers. But it wasn't just performing arts where the name Duflos thrived. Claude-Augustin Duflos was one of the creators behind "La Peinture, " a masterpiece spanning from 1770 to 1786. This painting showcased an allegorical figure floating above while men gathered below pondered its significance. Artistic prowess seemed to run through generations of Dufloses. Another notable work attributed to Simon Nicolas Duflos was "The Coquettish Widow" in 1747—a captivating portrayal capturing both charm and mystery. Diving into history reveals more about this illustrious family name. Charles de la Porte, duc de la Meilleraye found himself immortalized by none other than Duflos himself around 1690—an exquisite depiction that captured his essence for posterity. Even beyond French borders, Pierre Duflos left his artistic imprint with a striking representation of a Mandarin warlord in 1780—showcasing his ability to capture cultural diversity through artistry. From physics to theater stages and canvases alike, the name 'Duflos' has woven itself into various facets of human expression throughout history.