Perchee Collection

Illustration for "Alphabet Buffon", 1911 (engraving)
DUV4210857 Illustration for "Alphabet Buffon", 1911 (engraving); 29.5x21.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Martin fisherman (kingfisher). Engraving in " Alphabet Buffon"

Ritual offerings to the god Fo, sitting in a cage, perched in a tree, in India
FLO4634134 Ritual offerings to the god Fo, sitting in a cage, perched in a tree, in India. Lithography for the book: " Galerie complete en tableaux fideles des peuples d'Asie" by

Illustration for "Alphabet Buffon", 1911 (engraving)
DUV4210796 Illustration for "Alphabet Buffon", 1911 (engraving); 29.5x21.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Unau (lazy or ai). Engraving in " Alphabet Buffon"

Letter L: resplendent lophophore. Engraving in "Great Bird Alphabet". Private collection
DUV4209633 Letter L: resplendent lophophore. Engraving in "Great Bird Alphabet". Private collection; Private Collection; (add.info.: Letter L: resplendent lophophore)

Henry Cotyral or Henri Corneille Agrippa (Cornelius Agrippa or Agrippa by Nettesheim)
JEB4934100 Henry Cotyral or Henri Corneille Agrippa (Cornelius Agrippa or Agrippa by Nettesheim, 1486-1535) - engraving of 1823 in " Drolatic Songes de Pantagruel" by Francois Rabelais

Quaresmeprenant (geant obtus de l'epoque medievale) - engraving of 1823 in " Songes drolatiques de
JEB4934832 Quaresmeprenant (geant obtus de l'epoque medievale) - engraving of 1823 in " Songes drolatiques de Pantagruel" by Francois Rabelais (1494-1553)

Illustration for "Alphabet Buffon", 1911 (engraving)
DUV4210895 Illustration for "Alphabet Buffon", 1911 (engraving); 29.5x21.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Owl. Engraving in " Alphabet Buffon")

Illustration for "Alphabet Buffon", 1911 (engraving)
DUV4210870 Illustration for "Alphabet Buffon", 1911 (engraving); 29.5x21.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Kakatoes. Engraving in " Alphabet Buffon")

Jules II (1443-1513) - engraving of 1823 in " Drolatiques Songes de Pantagruel" by Francois Rabelais
JEB4935262 Jules II (1443-1513) - engraving of 1823 in " Drolatiques Songes de Pantagruel" by Francois Rabelais (1494-1553) - (The Capricious Dreams of Pantagruel)

Illustration for "Alphabet Buffon", 1911 (engraving)
DUV4210819 Illustration for "Alphabet Buffon", 1911 (engraving); 29.5x21.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Quincajou (or Wolverine or Kinkajou)

Letter E: Eparvier. Engraving in "Great Bird Alphabet"
DUV4209665 Letter E: Eparvier. Engraving in "Great Bird Alphabet".; Private Collection; (add.info.: Letter E: Eparvier. Engraving in "Great Bird Alphabet".); Photo © Duvallon

Letters Q and R: Quadrumane Rat Fox Shark Ramier. Engraving in " A.E.I.O.U. The first book of childhood"
DUV4209509 Letters Q and R: Quadrumane Rat Fox Shark Ramier. Engraving in " A.E.I.O.U. The first book of childhood". Editions Jules Tallandier, Paris, 1927

Letter I: "Index", in L'ABC du Pepetit Poucet, 1928 (engraving)
DUV4205040 Letter I: " Index", in L ABC du Pepetit Poucet, 1928 (engraving) by Quatrefages, Armand de (1810-1892); 18 x 27.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Letter I: " Index)

The peacock complaining to Junon (Le paon se plaignant a Junon) - Fables by La Fontaine
DUV4214099 The peacock complaining to Junon (Le paon se plaignant a Junon) - Fables by La Fontaine, 19th century (engraving) by Grandville (Jean Ignace Isidore Gerard) (1803-47)

The crow and the fox) Le corbeau et le renard - Fables by La Fontaine
DUV4214241 The crow and the fox) Le corbeau et le renard - Fables by La Fontaine, 19th century (engraving) by Grandville (Jean Ignace Isidore Gerard) (1803-47); Private Collection; (add.info)

The roaster and the fox (Le coq et le renard) - Fables by La Fontaine
DUV4214112 The roaster and the fox (Le coq et le renard) - Fables by La Fontaine, 19th century (engraving) by Grandville (Jean Ignace Isidore Gerard) (1803-47); Private Collection; (add.info)

The falcon and the capon (Le faucon et le chapon) - Fables by La Fontaine
DUV4214618 The falcon and the capon (Le faucon et le chapon) - Fables by La Fontaine, 19th century (engraving) by Grandville (Jean Ignace Isidore Gerard) (1803-47); Private Collection; (add.info)

Deroute of the expedition in front of the charge of a buffalo, drawing by Emile Bayard
LSE4330920 Deroute of the expedition in front of the charge of a buffalo, drawing by Emile Bayard, to illustrate the story: Across Africa, from Zanzibar (Tanzania) to Benguela (Angola)

Jacquot. Engraving in "ABC indechirable on varnished canvas". A
DUV4208913 Jacquot. Engraving in " ABC indechirable on varnished canvas". A. Capendu, editor, Paris, late 19th century. Childrens bookshop illustrated. 8 pages. Dim: 21, 5x18cm

The collection of olives in the Amphissa region, drawing by E
LSE4330974 The collection of olives in the Amphissa region, drawing by E.Guillaume, to illustrate the story of Henri Belle: Voyage en Greece, 1861, 1868 and 1874

The two parrots, the king and his son (Les deux perroquets
DUV4215176 The two parrots, the king and his son (Les deux perroquets, le roi et son fils) - Fables by La Fontaine, 19th century (engraving) by Grandville (Jean Ignace Isidore Gerard) (1803-47)

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Perchee, a word derived from the French term "percher" meaning to perch or roost, embodies a sense of balance and harmony in nature. Just like birds find their perfect spot to rest and observe the world from above, we too can seek our own perchee - a place where we feel grounded yet elevated, connected yet detached. Finding our perchee is about finding that sweet spot where we can pause, reflect, and gain perspective on life's challenges and triumphs. It's about embracing both the stillness of solitude and the beauty of connection with others. In a fast-paced world filled with distractions and noise, discovering our perchee allows us to tune into our inner voice and intuition. It's a reminder to slow down, breathe deeply, and appreciate the present moment. Whether it's a physical location in nature or simply a state of mind, let's all strive to find our own perchee - a sanctuary for peace, clarity, and renewal amidst life's chaos.