E Ronjat Collection

Charles IX of France, 1898. Artist:s Krakow
Charles IX of France, 1898. A print from Les Francais Illustres, by Gustave Demoulin, Hachette, Paris, 1898

Wallachians, 1879. Artist: E Ronjat
Wallachians, 1879. Wallachia formed a Romanian principality in eastern Europe from the late Middle Ages until the mid-19th century. Its name is derived from the Vlachs, another name for Romanians

The pillory in Japan before the revolution, 1895. Artist: Hildibrand
The pillory in Japan before the revolution, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XIV, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

A bell from the Shiba quarter, Tokyo, Japan, 1895. Artist: Armand Kohl
A bell from the Shiba quarter, Tokyo, Japan, 1895

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)

Formosan people and costumes, 1895. Artist: A Bertrand
Formosan people and costumes, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XIV, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

Ainu people, Japan, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XIV, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

Korean mandarins, 1895. Artist: Armand Kohl
Korean mandarins, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XIV, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

People of the Fokien province, China, 1895. Artist: Hildibrand
People of the Fokien province, China, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XIV, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

M Tseng, Chinese minister in Paris, 1895. Artist: Armand Kohl
M Tseng, Chinese minister in Paris, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XIV, 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)

Artisans from Burma (Myanmar), 1895. Artist: E Ronjat
Artisans from Burma (Myanmar), 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XVI, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

An Ainu girl, Japan, 1895. Artist: E Ronjat
An Ainu girl, Japan, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XII, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

Mr Yang, Attache of the Chinese Legation in Paris, c1890. Illustration from The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, Division XIII, (Virtue & Co Limited, London, c1890)

Pepo-Hoan woman and child, c1890. Illustration from The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, Division XIII, (Virtue & Co Limited, London, c1890)

Female Coiffure, Swatow, c1890. Artist: Barbant
Female Coiffure, Swatow, c1890. Hairstyle of a woman from Shantou in China. Illustration from The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, Division XIII, (Virtue & Co Limited, London, c1890)

Chinese children, c1890. Artist: Laplante
Chinese children, c1890. Illustration from The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, Division XIII, (Virtue & Co Limited, London, c1890)

Types and costumes from Chinese Turkestan, c1890. Artist: A Bertrand
Types and costumes from Chinese Turkestan, c1890. Illustration from The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, Division XIII, (Virtue & Co Limited, London, c1890)

Chinese tragedian actors, 19th century. Artist: C Laplante
Chinese tragedian actors, 19th century

Woman with bound feet, China, 19th century. Artist: E Ronjat
Woman with bound feet, China, 19th century

Chinese portraits, 19th century. Artist: E Ronjat
Chinese portraits, 19th century

Australian aborigine, 1886. Artist: E Ronjat
Australian aborigine, 1886

Native South Americans, 19th century. Artist: E Ronjat
Native South Americans, 19th century

Portrait of a Yankee, 19th century. Artist: E Ronjat
Portrait of a yankee, 19th century

Bernard le Bovier de Fontenelle, c1870s. Artist: E Ronjat
Bernard le Bovier de Fontenelle, c1870s

Korean man, 19th century. Artist: E Ronjat
Korean man, 19th century

Gabonais, 19th Century. Artist: E Ronjat
Gabonais, 19th century. Man from Gabon in West Africa. Engraving after a photograph

Stagecoach, Nicaragua, 19th century. Artist: E Ronjat
Stagecoach, Nicaragua, 19th century

Latino types, 19th century. Artist: E Ronjat
Latino types, 19th century. These are probably Mayan people from the Yucatan in Mexico

Mayan types, Yucatan, Mexico, 19th century. Artist: E Ronjat
Mayan types, Yucatan, Mexico, 19th century

Manchu woman, c1890. Chinese woman in a fur hat. Illustration from The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, Division XIII, (Virtue & Co Limited, London, c1890)

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"E Ronjat: A Glimpse into the Diverse Tapestry of the Late 19th Century" Step back in time and immerse yourself in the captivating artwork of E Ronjat, a talented artist who beautifully captured the essence of various cultures during the late 19th century. From Charles IX of France to Wallachians, each piece offers a unique glimpse into different corners of our world. In 1898, Krakow's brush strokes brought to life Charles IX of France, allowing us to witness history through art. The intricate details transport us to a bygone era filled with regal grandeur and political intrigue. Traveling eastwards, we encounter Wallachians in 1879. E Ronjat masterfully portrays their customs and traditions, shedding light on this lesser-known European community. Venturing further still, we find ourselves before Japan's pillory just before its revolution in 1895. Hildibrand's depiction captures both the solemnity and societal tensions that prevailed during this transformative period. Continuing our exploration within Japan, Armand Kohl presents an enchanting bell from Tokyo's Shiba quarter. Its delicate beauty resonates with echoes from centuries past. The Japanese man with a tattooed back painted by Charles Barbant invites us into his world - one where body art serves as an expression of identity and cultural significance. Journeying beyond Japan's shores leads us to Formosan people adorned in vibrant costumes depicted by A Bertrand. Their rich heritage is celebrated through these colorful illustrations. Next come the Ainu people - indigenous inhabitants of Japan whose distinct culture is lovingly portrayed here. These images offer insight into their way of life and deep connection with nature. Armand Kohl introduces Korean mandarins next; dignified figures embodying authority amidst changing times at the turn of the century. Hildibrand then takes us across China’s Fokien province, where we encounter the people and their unique customs.