Etampes Collection

August - the Chateau d Etampes, 15th century, (1939). Creator: Jean Limbourg
August - the Chateau d Etampes, 15th century, (1939). Aout - Le Chateau D Etampes. Nobles ride out on a falconry expedition: the man on the right is a beater with long stick to flush out the game

Classical Female Figure (Diana or Venus) with Two Infants, ca. 1539-42

Two Hundred Miles through France on a Limber Waggon (engraving)
1052352 Two Hundred Miles through France on a Limber Waggon (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Two Hundred Miles through France on a Limber Waggon)

French Prisoners on the Road between Etampes and Orleans (engraving)
1104816 French Prisoners on the Road between Etampes and Orleans (engraving) by Regamey, Guillaume (1837-75); Private Collection; (add.info.: French Prisoners on the Road between Etampes and Orleans)

Fields near Etampes, c. 1855-60 (oil on canvas)
1127861 Fields near Etampes, c.1855-60 (oil on canvas) by Corot, Jean Baptiste Camille (1796-1875); 42.2x61.1 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Anne of Pisseleu, Duchess of Etampes, mistress of King Francis I, 1508-1580. She wears a chaperon headdress, velvet surtout with lace ruff collar, jeweled choker

Etampes Prison (colour litho)
2818382 Etampes Prison (colour litho) by Meyer, Henri (1841-99) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Etampes Prison. La prison d Etampes)

Eugene Turpin released from Etampes Prison (colour litho)
2818387 Eugene Turpin released from Etampes Prison (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Eugene Turpin released from Etampes Prison)

EFFIGY COMPTE DETAMPES
Effigy of Charles, Compte DEstampes Date: circa 1336

BERRY / AUGUST
AUGUST While peasants bring in the harvest and bathe in the river near the chateau dEtampes, a noble party ride out with their falcons Date: 1409 - 1487

Diane de Poitiers, 1525, (1907). Creator: Unknown
Diane de Poitiers, 1525, (1907). Portrait of Diane de Poitiers (1499-1566), French noblewoman and chief mistress of Henry II of France

Francois I, 1494-1547, Anne De Pisseleu, 1508-80, Duchess Of Etampes And Charles V, 1500 - 1558, After The Painting By Richard Parkes Bonington

Beatrix Person in the role of the Duchesse d Etampes in Alexandre Dumas Benvenuto Cellini.. Madame Person (1820-1883) was a French actress who became the mistress of Gustave Flaubert

The Franco-Prussian War: Two Hundred Miles through France on a Limber Waggon, Cercottes, Beaugency, Chevilly, Foinard, Etampes, Artenay, Montihery, 1871

The Franco-Prussian War: Two Hundred Miles through France on a Limber Waggon, Cercottes, Beaugency, Chevilly, Foinard, Etampes, Artenay, Montihery, 1871

Bleriots Monoplane No. XI making its cross-country flight from Etampes to Orleans, a distance of 33 miles accomplished in 45 minutes on July 13, 1909 Date: 1909

Anne De Pisseleu
ANNE DE PISSELEU DUCHESSE D ETAMPES. Mistress of Francois I. Date: 1508 - 1580

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Etampes, a town steeped in history and beauty. In the heart of August, visitors are drawn to the magnificent Chateau d'Etampes, an architectural marvel from the 15th century. Its grandeur stands as a testament to the artistic prowess of Jean Limbourg, its creator. As you stroll through Etampes, you may come across classical female figures adorning its streets. A sculpture depicting Diana or Venus with two infants captures the essence of grace and motherhood from ca. 1539-42. Transport yourself back in time with "Two Hundred Miles through France on a Limber Waggon, " an engraving that takes you on a journey through picturesque landscapes surrounding Etampes. The scene evokes nostalgia for simpler times when travel was slow but filled with wonder. But not all roads lead to joyous destinations; some bear witness to tragedy. An engraving depicts French prisoners on their arduous journey between Etampes and Orleans, reminding us of the hardships faced during tumultuous times. In more recent history, Etampes experienced its own share of disasters. A railway disaster left scars etched into memory forever captured in a vivid color lithograph. It serves as a reminder of how fragile life can be even amidst progress. Yet amidst turmoil and tragedy lies natural beauty that endures throughout centuries. Fields near Etampes painted by an unknown artist c. 1855-60 depict serene landscapes that have stood witness to countless stories unfolding over time. Speaking of stories, Anne of Pisseleu Duchess once held court as mistress to royalty—a tale woven into the fabric of this enchanting town's past. However, not all tales are glamorous; some reveal darker chapters like those told within the walls Prison—an imposing structure brought to life in vibrant colors through lithographs capturing both confinement and freedom like Eugene Turpin's release from captivity. Etampes, a town that has inspired artists and writers alike.