Francois Courboin Collection

The Eiffel Tower from the Exhibition Gardens, 1889
5913113 The Eiffel Tower from the Exhibition Gardens, 1889. by Courboin, Francois (1865-1926); (add.info.: The Eiffel Tower from the Exhibition Gardens, 1889)

A river boat on the Seine in 1878, 1898 (litho)
5913106 A river boat on the Seine in 1878, 1898 (litho) by Courboin, Francois (1865-1926); (add.info.: A river boat on the Seine, 1878)

In the Cabinet des Estampes, Bibliotheque Nationale, 1897. The search for bygone fashions
5913120 In the Cabinet des Estampes, Bibliotheque Nationale, 1897. The search for bygone fashions. Two women in dresses with corseted waists

Bicycling, the Ladies of the wheel in 1896, 1898 (litho)
5913119 Bicycling, the Ladies of the wheel in 1896, 1898 (litho) by Courboin, Francois (1865-1926); (add.info.: Bicycling, the Ladies of the wheel, 1896)

At the Concours Hippique in the Palais d'Industrie, 1892. Woman in lilac dress with lace trim
5913116 At the Concours Hippique in the Palais d'Industrie, 1892. Woman in lilac dress with lace trim, watching an equestrian show from a grandstand

Entrance to the Jardin de Paris, 1883. Fashionable women in bonnets, shawls, dresses with flounces and parasols
5913108 Entrance to the Jardin de Paris, 1883. Fashionable women in bonnets, shawls, dresses with flounces and parasols. At the entrance to an evening entertainment in a Paris park

The skating rink in the Bal Bullier in 1876, 1898 (litho)
5913104 The skating rink in the Bal Bullier in 1876, 1898 (litho) by Courboin, Francois (1865-1926); (add.info.: The skating rink in the Bal Bullier, 1876)

The shelter on the Longchamps Race Course, 1868. Woman in tunic over a white crinoline
5913098 The shelter on the Longchamps Race Course, 1868. Woman in tunic over a white crinoline, and woman in pink crinoline dress with train. The Hippodrome de Longchamp racetrack opened in 1857

The new foyer at the Theatre Francais, 1863. Portrait of Mme. de R. Woman in cream crinoline dress with purple mantle
5913092 The new foyer at the Theatre Francais, 1863. Portrait of Mme. de R. Woman in cream crinoline dress with purple mantle, bonnet with yellow ribbon

Subscribers leaving the opera, 1891. Gentleman in top hat and white-tie assisting a woman with her fur-lined cape
5913115 Subscribers leaving the opera, 1891. Gentleman in top hat and white-tie assisting a woman with her fur-lined cape on the stairs of the Opera de Paris. Handcoloured lithograph by R.V

The bird-charmer in the new Tuileries Gardens, 1880. Two fashionable women in the new Jardin des Tuileries near one of
5913107 The bird-charmer in the new Tuileries Gardens, 1880. Two fashionable women in the new Jardin des Tuileries near one of the famous bird charmers. Handcoloured lithograph by R.V

Place de la Concorde in 1877, 1898 (litho)
5913105 Place de la Concorde in 1877, 1898 (litho) by Courboin, Francois (1865-1926); (add.info.: Place de la Concorde, Paris, 1877)

The terrace of the Luxembourg in 1885, 1898 (litho)
5913110 The terrace of the Luxembourg in 1885, 1898 (litho) by Courboin, Francois (1865-1926); (add.info.: Women on the terrace of the Luxembourg Gardens, 1885)

After a meeting of the Institute. The Pont des Arts in 1884, 1898 (litho)
5913109 After a meeting of the Institute. The Pont des Arts in 1884, 1898 (litho) by Courboin, Francois (1865-1926); (add.info.: After a meeting of the Institute. The Pont des Arts, 1884)

The picture exhibition at the Paris Salon, 1865, Looking at Manet's Olympia (engraving)
5913094 The picture exhibition at the Paris Salon, 1865, Looking at Manet's Olympia (engraving) by Courboin, Francois (1865-1926); (add.info.: Woman in bonnet)

Children in the Tuileries Gardens in 1859, 1898 (litho)
5913089 Children in the Tuileries Gardens in 1859, 1898 (litho) by Courboin, Francois (1865-1926); (add.info.: Children in the Tuileries Gardens, 1859)

Children's promenade in the Luxembourg Gardens in 1893, 1898 (litho)
5913117 Children's promenade in the Luxembourg Gardens in 1893, 1898 (litho) by Courboin, Francois (1865-1926); (add.info.: Children's promenade in the Luxembourg Gardens, 1893)

The main avenue in the Parc Monceau, 1886. Woman in dress with lace pelerin and apron, parasol
5913111 The main avenue in the Parc Monceau, 1886. Woman in dress with lace pelerin and apron, parasol. Fashionable people riding horses, driving carriages, strolling in the gardens

Near an omnibus station, the Palais-Royal in 1875, 1898 (litho)
5913103 Near an omnibus station, the Palais-Royal in 1875, 1898 (litho); (add.info.: Near an omnibus station, the Palais-Royal, 1875)

On the Paris Ramparts during the war of 1870 (print)
5913101 On the Paris Ramparts during the war of 1870 (print) by Courboin, Francois (1865-1926); (add.info.: Soldier, gentleman)

Racing at the Bois de Boulogne, Paris, 1862. Woman in violet crinoline dress
5913091 Racing at the Bois de Boulogne, Paris, 1862. Woman in violet crinoline dress and mantelet cape watching the horse racing in the park. Handcoloured lithograph by R.V

The palmy days of the Cafe de la Rotonde in the Palais Royal, Paris, 1868 (lithograph)
5913097 The palmy days of the Cafe de la Rotonde in the Palais Royal, Paris, 1868 (lithograph) by Courboin, Francois (1865-1926); (add.info.: Man with moustache and muttonchops)

Fete given at the Tuileries, 1867, 1898 (engraving)
5913096 Fete given at the Tuileries, 1867, 1898 (engraving) by Courboin, Francois (1865-1926); (add.info.: Woman in crinoline ball gown and fur cape, men in evening attire with sash)

In front of the Palais de l'Industrie, coming back from the races in 1866, 1898 (litho)
5913095 In front of the Palais de l'Industrie, coming back from the races in 1866, 1898 (litho) by Courboin, Francois (1865-1926); (add.info.: In front of the Palais de l'Industrie, Paris)

Fashionable couple in front of the Ambigu Theatre, 1861. Man in jacket and check trousers
5913090 Fashionable couple in front of the Ambigu Theatre, 1861. Man in jacket and check trousers, woman in blue crinoline dress and black mantelet

The Grand Prix Day in 1895, 1898 (litho)
5913118 The Grand Prix Day in 1895, 1898 (litho) by Courboin, Francois (1865-1926); (add.info.: The Grand Prix Day, 1895. Woman in check dress with wide sleeves)

On a balcony in the rue de Rivoli, Paris, 1864, 1898 (lithograph)
5913093 On a balcony in the rue de Rivoli, Paris, 1864, 1898 (lithograph) by Courboin, Francois (1865-1926); (add.info.: Woman with mustard crinoline dress with pelerine)

The Avenue des Champs-Elysees in 1888, 1898 (litho)
5913112 The Avenue des Champs-Elysees in 1888, 1898 (litho) by Courboin, Francois (1865-1926); (add.info.: Fashionable woman on the avenue des Champs-Elysees, 1888)

Stopped at a barricade, a pass from the Paris Commune, 1871. Two fashionable women in crinoline dresses
5913102 Stopped at a barricade, a pass from the Paris Commune, 1871. Two fashionable women in crinoline dresses and hats show papers to a soldier with rifle. Handcoloured lithograph by R.V

The Gardens at Mabille in 1858, 1898 (litho)
5913087 The Gardens at Mabille in 1858, 1898 (litho) by Courboin, Francois (1865-1926); (add.info.: Fashionable people at the outdoor dance at Jardin Mabille)

Watching the comet on the Boulevards in 1857, 1898 (litho)
5913086 Watching the comet on the Boulevards in 1857, 1898 (litho) by Courboin, Francois (1865-1926); (add.info.: Fashionable people watching the comet of 1857 from a boulevard balcony, Paris)

The Avenue du Bois de Boulogne in 1856, 1898 (litho)
5913085 The Avenue du Bois de Boulogne in 1856, 1898 (litho) by Courboin, Francois (1865-1926); (add.info.: Woman in bonnet)

A box at the Italian Opera in 1852, 1898 (litho)
5913081 A box at the Italian Opera in 1852, 1898 (litho) by Courboin, Francois (1865-1926); (add.info.: A box at the Italian Opera, 1852)

The Carrefour Gaillon and the fountain in 1848, 1898 (litho)
5913077 The Carrefour Gaillon and the fountain in 1848, 1898 (litho) by Courboin, Francois (1865-1926); (add.info.: Woman in front of the fountain at Place Gaillon, Paris)

Opposite the first Cafe de Paris, Boulevard des Italiens in 1845, 1898 (litho)
5913074 Opposite the first Cafe de Paris, Boulevard des Italiens in 1845, 1898 (litho) by Courboin, Francois (1865-1926); (add.info.: Opposite the first Cafe de Paris, Boulevard des Italiens, 1845)

Women waiting for stage coaches in Paris in 1839, 1898 (litho)
5913070 Women waiting for stage coaches in Paris in 1839, 1898 (litho) by Courboin, Francois (1865-1926); (add.info.: Women waiting for stage coaches in Paris, 1839)

Woman outside the Theatre du Gymnase, Paris, 1827. Fashionable woman in large bonnet, lace collar and bib
5913058 Woman outside the Theatre du Gymnase, Paris, 1827. Fashionable woman in large bonnet, lace collar and bib, puff-sleeve dress holding a shawl

Fashionable women in feather hats, lace ruff collars and fur-trimmed dresses. Crossing the Pont des Arts, Paris, 1816
5913050 Fashionable women in feather hats, lace ruff collars and fur-trimmed dresses. Crossing the Pont des Arts, Paris, 1816

Prinking before the ball in 1858, 1898 (litho)
5913088 Prinking before the ball in 1858, 1898 (litho) by Courboin, Francois (1865-1926); (add.info.: Prinking before the ball, 1858. Women primping in front of a mirror)

A fop driving in the Bois de Boulogne in 1840, 1898 (litho)
5913071 A fop driving in the Bois de Boulogne in 1840, 1898 (litho) by Courboin, Francois (1865-1926); (add.info.: A fop driving in the Bois de Boulogne, 1840)

Fashionable woman at the horse races on the Champ de Mars, 1811. She wears a bonnet
5913047 Fashionable woman at the horse races on the Champ de Mars, 1811. She wears a bonnet, high-waisted walking dress and carries a shawl and large feather

Fashionable women enjoying the delights of Chateau de Malmaison. A saunter through the park in 1804
5913039 Fashionable women enjoying the delights of Chateau de Malmaison. A saunter through the park in 1804. Handcoloured lithograph by R.V

A smart corner of the rue de Richelieu, the East Indian Companys warehouse in 1854, 1898 (litho)
5913083 A smart corner of the rue de Richelieu, the East Indian Companys warehouse in 1854, 1898 (litho) by Courboin, Francois (1865-1926); (add.info)

The last of the Boulevard Lions in 1853, 1898 (litho)
5913082 The last of the Boulevard Lions in 1853, 1898 (litho) by Courboin, Francois (1865-1926); (add.info.: The last of the boulevard lions, 1853. Fashionable people outside Tortonis ice cream cafe)

The Boulevard des Italiens, left side in 1855, 1898 (litho)
5913084 The Boulevard des Italiens, left side in 1855, 1898 (litho) by Courboin, Francois (1865-1926); (add.info.: Fashionable carriages on the Boulevard des Italiens, left side, 1855)

A sentimental walk in the Abbey of Longchamps in 1836, 1898 (litho)
5913067 A sentimental walk in the Abbey of Longchamps in 1836, 1898 (litho) by Courboin, Francois (1865-1926); (add.info.: A sentimental walk in the Abbey of Longchamps, 1836)

Two gentlemen at the Opera Ball in 1835, 1898 (litho)
5913066 Two gentlemen at the Opera Ball in 1835, 1898 (litho) by Courboin, Francois (1865-1926); (add.info.: Fops in coat with tails, waistcoat, tight pants and white stockings)

Woman waiting for a stage coach. The Saint-Cloud coach meeting, 1817. She wears a bonnet
5913052 Woman waiting for a stage coach. The Saint-Cloud coach meeting, 1817. She wears a bonnet, a spencer jacket and walking dress with parasol

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Francois Courboin: Capturing the Essence of Parisian Life Step into the enchanting world of Francois Courboin, a talented artist whose exquisite lithographs beautifully depict the vibrant scenes and fashionable society of 19th-century Paris. From iconic landmarks to elegant ladies in their finest attire, his works transport us back in time to an era filled with elegance, charm, and joie de vivre. In "The Eiffel Tower from the Exhibition Gardens, 1889, " Courboin captures the awe-inspiring beauty of Gustave Eiffel's masterpiece against a backdrop of lush greenery. The towering structure stands as a testament to human ingenuity and serves as a symbol of progress during this exciting period. A river boat gracefully glides along the Seine in "1878" as captured by Courboin's lithograph from 1898. The tranquil waters reflect the timeless allure of Paris while showcasing its picturesque bridges and riverside architecture. Immerse yourself in history at the Cabinet des Estampes in Bibliotheque Nationale through Courboin's depiction from 1897. Here we witness two women adorned in corseted waists and puff shoulders engrossed in fashion prints—a delightful glimpse into their search for bygone styles that continue to inspire even today. Courboin also celebrates leisurely pursuits such as bicycling with his lithograph series "The Ladies of the Wheel. " In these charming images from 1896-1898, he portrays fashionable women confidently pedaling through Parisian streets—embodying both freedom and style on two wheels. At the Concours Hippique held at Palais d'Industrie in 1892, we find ourselves amidst equestrian enthusiasts. A woman dressed elegantly in lilac lace-trimmed attire watches attentively from her grandstand seat—an ode to both fashion and equine excellence showcased at this prestigious event.