Lacour Collection

The Port of Bordeaux in 1804. Merchant vessels are at anchor, being loaded and unloaded by smaller vessels. Among the cargoes being landed are timber and stone

Aeneas Pursuing Helen in the Temple of Vesta, (oil on canvas)
990316 Aeneas Pursuing Helen in the Temple of Vesta, (oil on canvas) by Lacour, Pierre (1745-1814); 167x197 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Aeneas Pursuing Helen in the Temple of Vesta)

Anthony van Dyck, self-portrait with a sunflower, c1633-1641 (1900). Artist: OL Lacour
Anthony van Dyck, self-portrait with a sunflower, c1633-1641 (1900). Reprinted from The Magazine of Art, 1887. A print from The Magazine of Art, Cassell and Company, Limited, 1900

The Port of Bordeaux, France, 1804. Artist: Pierre Lacour I
The Port of Bordeaux, France, 1804

In the Fens - Evening by Robert Walker Macbeth ARA
In the Fens. Evening by Robert Walker Macbeth ARA (1848-1910), engraved by Octave Lacour (1855-1921). Date: 1884

Mrs Hartley, with her child by Sir Joshua Reynolds
Mrs Hartley, with her child as a Youthful Bacchanal by Sir Joshua Reynolds (1723-1792), engraved by Octave Lacour (1855-1921). Date: 1884

Margaret Gorgiana (Countess Spencer) by Sir Joshua Reynolds
Margaret Georgiana (Countess Spencer), and Georgiana Spencer, her daughter (later Duchess of Devonshire) by Sir Joshua Reynolds (1723-1792), engraved by Octave Lacour (1855-1921). Date: 1884

Matthew Arnold by Anthony Frederick Augustus Sandys
Matthew Arnold (1822-1888) by Anthony Frederick Augustus Sandys (1829-1904), engraved by Octave Lacour (1855-1921). Date: 1884

Cover of a Pianoforte by Edward Burne-Jones (1833-1898), engraved by Octave Lacour (1855-1921). In 1879 the painter Edward Burne-Jones was asked by a friend, William Graham

Stitchwort by Alfred Parsons (1847-1920), engraved by Octave Lacour (1855-1921). Date: 1884

The Millers Courtship by Robert Walker Macbeth ARA (1848-1910), engraved by Octave Lacour (1855-1921). Date: 1884

Challemel-Lacour / Demare
Paul-Armand Challemel-Lacour (1827-1896) French statesman, Republican, unsuccessful French ambassador at Bern and London, minister of foreign affairs in the Jules Ferry cabinet

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"Lacour: A Journey Through Time and Art" Step into the past with Lacour, as we explore captivating scenes from history and art. Transport yourself to the Port of Bordeaux in 1804, where merchant vessels gracefully anchor while being loaded and unloaded. The bustling activity paints a vivid picture of maritime trade. In "The Fens - Evening" by Robert Walker Macbeth ARA, immerse yourself in the tranquil beauty of nature as dusk falls over the marshlands. Let your imagination wander amidst the serene landscape. Witness an epic tale unfold in "Aeneas Pursuing Helen in the Temple of Vesta. " This oil on canvas masterpiece captures intense emotions within its intricate details, leaving you captivated by this mythological scene. Marvel at Anthony van Dyck's self-portrait with a sunflower from c1633-1641 (1900). Artist OL Lacour skillfully brings this iconic artwork to life, allowing us to glimpse into Van Dyck's world through his own eyes. Pierre Lacour I takes us back to the Port of Bordeaux once again, this time showcasing its grandeur in 1804. The artist masterfully portrays every detail, making you feel like you're standing on those very docks. Sir Joshua Reynolds' talent shines through his portraits such as "Mrs Hartley with her child" and "Margaret Georgiana (Countess Spencer). " These exquisite paintings capture not only their subjects' physical features but also their inner essence. Anthony Frederick Augustus Sandys immortalizes Matthew Arnold through his portrait. Every stroke reveals Arnold's intellect and depth of character, inviting us to ponder upon his contributions to literature and culture. Edward Burne-Jones enchants us with a cover design for a pianoforte that exudes elegance and sophistication. His attention to detail transforms this musical instrument into a work of art itself. Alfred Parsons' delicate portrayal of Stitchwort showcases nature's beauty in its simplest form.