Le Moyne Collection

Natives gathering food in Florida, 1500s
Florida Native Americans gathering crocodiles, fish, and other wild animals and plants, 1591. Hand-colored Debry engraving of a LeMoyne painting

FLORIDA NATIVE AMERICANS, 1591. Florida Native Americans tilling and planting. Line engraving, 1591, by Theodor de Bry after a now lost drawing by Jacques Le Moyne de Morgues

Venus and Adonis, 1729. Creator: Francois Lemoyne
Venus and Adonis, 1729

Diana and Callisto, 1723. Creator: Francois Lemoyne
Diana and Callisto, 1723

Appenine Landscape, About 1730. Creator: Francois Lemoyne
Appenine Landscape, About 1730

A Sheet of Studies of Flowers: A Rose, a Heartsease, a Sweet Pea, a Garden Pea, and a Lax-flowered Orchid, 16th century. French botanical and natural history drawings are very rare

Jacob Meeting Rachel at the Well, ca 1720. Creator: Le Moyne, Francois (1688-1737)
Jacob Meeting Rachel at the Well, ca 1720. Found in the Collection of Collection Motais de Narbonne

The Glorification of the Virgin, 1732. Found in the Collection of Saint-Sulpice, Paris

Louis XV gives peace to Europe. Artist: Le Moyne, Francois (1688-1737)
Louis XV gives peace to Europe. Found in the collection of Musee des Beaux-Arts, Strasbourg

Louis XV Bringing Peace to Europe. Artist: Le Moyne, Francois (1688-1737)
Louis XV Bringing Peace to Europe. Found in the collection of Musee de l Histoire de France, Chateau de Versailles

Hercules and Omphale. Artist: Le Moyne, Francois (1688-1737)
Hercules and Omphale. Found in the collection of Louvre, Paris

Ceiling of the Salon de Hercules at Versailles, 18th century. Artist: Francois Lemoyne
Ceiling of the Salon de Hercules at Versailles, 18th century

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Native Americans practice running, shooting arrows, and throwing ball, Florida, 1500s. Hand-colored woodcut reproduction of a DeBrfy engraving of a LeMoyne illustration

FLORIDA NATIVES, 1591. Florida Native Americans tilling and planting. Line engraving, 1591, by Theodor de Bry after a now lost drawing by Jacques Le Moyne de Morgues

Enemy Native American village set afire, Florida
Native Americans attacking enemy village by shooting burning moss to set it afire, Florida, 1500s. Hand-colored woodcut from Theodore Debry, from a painting by LeMoyne

DE BRY: MAGICIAN, 1591. Outina, king of Florida Native Americans, consulting with his magician before going into battle. Line engraving, 1591, by Theodor de Bry, after Jacques Le Moyne de Morgues

FLORIDA: STORING FOOD, 1591. Florida Native Americans carrying provisions in baskets to a storehouse, to be used only in cases of dire necessity

NATIVE AMERICAN CEREMONY. Florida Native Americans consecrating the skin of a stag to the sun, while French soldiers (right) observe the ceremony

DE BRY: KING AND MAGICIAN. Outina, king of Florida Native Americans, consulting with his magician before going into battle

FLORIDA NATIVE AMERICANS, 1591. Florida Native Americans tilling and planting. Line engraving, 1591, by Theodor de Bry after a now lost drawing by Jacques Le Moyne de Morgues

LEMOYNE: PERSEUS. Perseus and Andromeda. Oil on canvas by Francois Lemoyne, 1723

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Southeastern Native American hunters disguised as deer, 1500s. Hand-colored woodcut reproduction of a DeBry engraving of Le Moyne illustration

Florida natives preparing for battle, 1500s
Timucua chiefs ceremony for victory before battle with neighboring tribes, Florida, 1500s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 1591 Theodore DeBry engraving of a painting by LeMoyne

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Native Americans using fishbone hoes to plant maize and beans, Florida, 1500s. Hand-colored woodcut reproduction of a DeBry engraving of a LeMoyne illustration

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Jean-Baptiste Le Moyne, Sieur de Bienville, portrait with autograph. Hand-colored 19th-century engraving

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Pierre Le Moyne, Sieur d Iberville, portrait with autograph. Hand-colored 19th-century engraving

Francois Lemoyne
FRANCOIS LEMOYNE French artist

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"Exploring the Legacy of Le Moyne: From Florida Natives to European Masterpieces" Step back in time to the 1500s, where Native Americans in Florida were seen gathering food and tilling the land. These scenes were captured by Jacques Le Moyne de Morgues, whose drawings have unfortunately been lost but preserved through engravings by Theodor de Bry. Fast forward a few centuries, and we find another artist named Francois Lemoyne. His artistic talents extended beyond depicting native cultures; he also painted stunning landscapes like "Appenine Landscape" and delicate studies of flowers such as roses and sweet peas. Le Moyne's versatility is evident in his religious works too. In "The Glorification of the Virgin, " he portrays a heavenly scene honoring Mary, while "Louis XV gives peace to Europe" showcases his ability to capture historical events with grandeur. But it doesn't stop there - Le Moyne even delved into mythology with "Hercules and Omphale, " showcasing his skill at bringing ancient tales to life on canvas. And let's not forget about his contribution to Versailles' Salon de Hercules ceiling, adding an exquisite touch to this iconic palace. From documenting Native American life in Florida during the 1500s to creating masterpieces that spanned various genres and subjects, Le Moyne left behind a rich artistic legacy that continues to captivate audiences today.