Franche Collection

Puccini Mascagni Franche
GIACOMO PUCCINI with Mascagni (left) and Franchetti (centre) at Milan in 1893

Monochrone, Split Level and Green Sea Turtle
Barathieu Gabriel

Eyes contact
Barathieu Gabriel

The green turtle and the blue hour
Barathieu Gabriel

Funfair of cup and ball players from all walks
Funfair of cup and ball, la foire franche des bilboquets. 17th century satirical print showing people from all walks of life obsessed with the game of bilboquet

North Atlantic right whale, Eubalaena glacialis. Critically endangered. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Rene Primevere Lessons Complements de Buffon, Pourrat Freres, Paris, 1838

North Atlantic right whale and fin whale, endangered species
North Atlantic right whale, Eubalaena glacialis (endangered) and blue whale or fin whale, Balaenoptera physalus (endangered)

Green sea turtle, loggerhead and leatherback turtles
Green sea turtle, Chelonia mydas (endangered), loggerhead, Caretta caretta (endangered), and leatherback turtle, Dermochelys coriacea (critically endangered)

Cup-and-Ball Fair (engraving)
3627729 Cup-and-Ball Fair (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cup-and-Ball Fair. Illustration for The Picture Magazine, 1893.); © Look and Learn

Wyre Forest DY11 5 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Wyre Forest DY11 5

Table clock (16th c. ). Renaissance art. Jewelry
Table clock (16th c.). Renaissance art. Jewelry. FRANCE. FRANCHE-COMTɮ DOUBS. Besan篮. Museum of Fine Arts and Archaeology. Proc: GERMANY

Plan of a Marquis House
Plan of the first floor of a marquis house in 18th century France. Designed by Francois Franque, architect of king Louis XV, for the Marquis of Ville Franche in Avignon. Date: Circa 1760

English lantern clock (18th c. ). Baroque art
English lantern clock (18th c.). Baroque art. Jewelry. FRANCE. FRANCHE-COMTɮ DOUBS. Besan篮. Museum of Fine Arts and Archaeology. Proc: UNITED KINGDOM. ENGLAND

The Horn blower at the Cathedral of Dole, France
The Horn blower at the Cathedral of Dole in the Jura department in the Franche-Comte region in eastern France. Date: circa 1910s

Snowplough clearing the Grande Rue at Morez, France
Snowplough (snowplow) clearing the Grande Rue at Morez, France - a commune of the Jura department in Franche-Comte in eastern France. Date: circa 1910s

Portrait d apres nature du Sr. Harne natif de Dole en Franche Comte Grenadier aux Gardes Francaises qui emonte le premier e l assaut et e arrete le gouverneur de la Bastille le mardi 14 Juillet 1789

Ville Franche Sur Mer
Power boating at Ville Franche Sur Mer, France. Date: 1960s

Marquis House / 18th C
Views of a marquis house in 18th century France. Designed by Francois Franque, architect of king Louis XV, for the Marquis of Ville Franche in Avignon. Date: Circa 1760

Epiphany Charity
In the Franche Comte, at Epiphany, one of the family is chosen King, special cakes are baked and part given to the poor who come hopefully to the door

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"Exploring the Riches of Franche: From Puccini to Renaissance Art and Endangered Species" Discover the captivating world of Franche, a place where history, art, and nature intertwine seamlessly. Journey through time as you admire the intricate details of a 16th-century table clock, reminiscent of the glorious Renaissance era. Marvel at the brilliance of jewelry that adorns both royalty and commoners alike. Step into a lively scene at the Funfair of cup and ball players from all walks of life. Witness their skillful maneuvers as they entertain with their playful tricks. But it's not just humans who capture our attention in Franche; it is also home to magnificent creatures like the North Atlantic right whale and fin whale – endangered species that deserve our utmost protection. Venture underwater to encounter graceful inhabitants such as green sea turtles, loggerhead turtles, and leatherback turtles gliding through pristine waters. Their presence reminds us of our responsibility to preserve these fragile ecosystems for generations to come. Immerse yourself in history once more with an enchanting engraving depicting a bustling Cup-and-Ball Fair – a testament to Franche's vibrant pastime traditions. Navigate your way through Wyre Forest DY11 5 Map, uncovering hidden gems along its winding paths. Admire an English lantern clock adorned with Baroque artistry that transports you back to an opulent era filled with grandeur and extravagance. Explore further into Marquis House by studying its meticulously crafted plan – every room telling stories waiting to be discovered. As dusk settles over Dole, France, listen closely for The Horn blower at the Cathedral heralds another day's end while snowploughs diligently clear Grande Rue at Morez amidst winter's embrace. Intriguingly diverse yet harmoniously connected - this is Franche - where cultural heritage meets natural wonders in perfect unison.