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Le Sage Collection

"Le Sage: A Multifaceted Journey through Art, Literature

Background imageLe Sage Collection: Painting by Lesage

Painting by Lesage
Painting by French coal miner Augustin Lesage who was told by the spirits that they would see to it that he became a famous artist

Background imageLe Sage Collection: The Bachelier Of Salamanca, c. 1759 (engraving)

The Bachelier Of Salamanca, c. 1759 (engraving)
5864437 The Bachelier Of Salamanca, c.1759 (engraving) by French School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Bachelier Of Salamanca)

Background imageLe Sage Collection: Frontispiece for The Bachelier Of Salamanca, c. 1759 (engraving)

Frontispiece for The Bachelier Of Salamanca, c. 1759 (engraving)
5864436 Frontispiece for The Bachelier Of Salamanca, c.1759 (engraving) by French School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Bachelier Of Salamanca)

Background imageLe Sage Collection: Jean V, Duke of Brittany (1389-1442), Charging Olivier Clisson with the Care of his

Jean V, Duke of Brittany (1389-1442), Charging Olivier Clisson with the Care of his
STC134658 Jean V, Duke of Brittany (1389-1442), Charging Olivier Clisson with the Care of his Children, 1788 (coloured engraving) by Sergent-Marceau

Background imageLe Sage Collection: Statue of Alfonso X (1221-84) The Wise (stone)

Statue of Alfonso X (1221-84) The Wise (stone)
KW259062 Statue of Alfonso X (1221-84) The Wise (stone) by Spanish School; Alcazar Gardens, Cordoba, Spain; (add.info.: King of Castile and Leon; known as El Sabio ; ); Spanish, out of copyright

Background imageLe Sage Collection: Le Sage (coloured engraving)

Le Sage (coloured engraving)
2802154 Le Sage (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Le Sage. Illustration for Le Plutarque Francais by Ed Mennechet (Crapelet)

Background imageLe Sage Collection: Portrait of Charles V, Called The Wise King of France (1337-80

Portrait of Charles V, Called The Wise King of France (1337-80
STC134681 Portrait of Charles V, Called The Wise King of France (1337-80) engraved by Madame de Cernel, 1789 (coloured engraving) by Sergent-Marceau

Background imageLe Sage Collection: Alain-Rene Lesage (chromolitho)

Alain-Rene Lesage (chromolitho)
667066 Alain-Rene Lesage (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Alain-Rene Lesage. French educational card, late 19th century.); © Look and Learn

Background imageLe Sage Collection: Fanny Elssler, Florinde (engraving)

Fanny Elssler, Florinde (engraving)
5198382 Fanny Elssler, Florinde (engraving) by Smith, Edwin Dalton (1800-p.1866); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fanny Elssler, Florinde)

Background imageLe Sage Collection: The Devil upon Two Sticks, c. 1787 (engraving)

The Devil upon Two Sticks, c. 1787 (engraving)
5864438 The Devil upon Two Sticks, c.1787 (engraving) by French School, (18th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; (add.info)

Background imageLe Sage Collection: Frontispiece by Dubercelle for The Devil upon Two Sticks, c. 1787 (engraving)

Frontispiece by Dubercelle for The Devil upon Two Sticks, c. 1787 (engraving)
5864435 Frontispiece by Dubercelle for The Devil upon Two Sticks, c.1787 (engraving) by French School, (18th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Background imageLe Sage Collection: Bill Le Sage, Watermill Jazz Club, Dorking, Surrey, April 2000. Artist: Brian O Connor

Bill Le Sage, Watermill Jazz Club, Dorking, Surrey, April 2000. Artist: Brian O Connor
Bill Le Sage, Watermill Jazz Club, Dorking, Surrey, April 2000

Background imageLe Sage Collection: Bill Le Sage playing the vibraphone at The Bell, Codicote, Hertfordshire, 12 September 1982

Bill Le Sage playing the vibraphone at The Bell, Codicote, Hertfordshire, 12 September 1982. Derek Wadsworth on trombone is just visible in the background

Background imageLe Sage Collection: Bill Le Sage and Tony Archer performing at The Fairway, Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, 1993

Bill Le Sage and Tony Archer performing at The Fairway, Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, 1993
Bill Le Sage (vibraphone) and Tony Archer (double bass) performing at The Fairway, Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, 24 January 1993

Background imageLe Sage Collection: Charles V The Wise 1338 To 1390 Presents His Sword To Duguesdin

Charles V The Wise 1338 To 1390 Presents His Sword To Duguesdin, From Histoire De France By Colart Published Circa 1840

Background imageLe Sage Collection: 1191900; out of copyright

1191900; out of copyright

Background imageLe Sage Collection: ALAIN RENE LESAGE (1668-1747). French novelist and playwright. Line engraving, French, 18th century

ALAIN RENE LESAGE (1668-1747). French novelist and playwright. Line engraving, French, 18th century

Background imageLe Sage Collection: LE SAGE: TELEGRAPH, 1774. Early electric telegraph, invented by George-Louis Le Sage in 1774

LE SAGE: TELEGRAPH, 1774. Early electric telegraph, invented by George-Louis Le Sage in 1774. Line engraving, 19th century

Background imageLe Sage Collection: ALAIN RENE LESAGE (1668-1747). French novelist and playwright. Stipple engraving, English, 1812

ALAIN RENE LESAGE (1668-1747). French novelist and playwright. Stipple engraving, English, 1812

Background imageLe Sage Collection: Charles / Lesage / Marcenay

Charles / Lesage / Marcenay
CHARLES V LE SAGE (WISE) King of France A fine General and also a patron of the arts


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"Le Sage: A Multifaceted Journey through Art, Literature, and History" This captivating painting by Lesage takes us on a visual voyage to the world of "The Bachelier Of Salamanca, " an enchanting tale from 1759. The intricate engraving in the frontispiece further immerses us into this literary masterpiece. Intriguingly, we encounter Jean V, Duke of Brittany, entrusting Olivier Clisson with great responsibility. This stone statue of Alfonso X The Wise reminds us of the wisdom that guided these historical figures. Le Sage himself is depicted in a vibrant colored engraving, showcasing his artistic prowess. His portrait captures Charles V's essence as he is hailed as The Wise King of France during the tumultuous years from 1337 to 1380. Not limited to literature and history alone, Le Sage's talent extends to capturing the beauty and grace of Fanny Elssler as Florinde in this exquisite engraving. Her elegance mesmerizes viewers with every glance. "The Devil upon Two Sticks, " another intriguing work by Le Sage from 1787, invites us into a world filled with mystery and temptation. Dubercelle's masterful frontispiece engraving sets the stage for this devilish narrative. Even contemporary times are not exempt from Le Sage's influence. Bill Le Sage graces our presence at Watermill Jazz Club in Dorking during April 2000—an artist captured beautifully by Brian O'Connor. Through various mediums—paintings, engravings, statues—Le Sage has left an indelible mark on art history. From timeless tales to historical portraits and even modern jazz scenes—the allure knows no bounds.