Rolands Collection

Vincent Beauvais 1190 1264 Aisa Import Speculum
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Le Mariage de Roland, 19th Century (b / w engraving)
909582 Le Mariage de Roland, 19th Century (b/w engraving) by Chifflart, Francois Nicolas (1825-1901); Private Collection; (add.info.: Published in Cent dessins)

PYRENEES / ROLAND C1870
Pyrenees: la breche de Roland (Rolands Gap) Date: circa 1870

PYRENEES / ROLAND C1880
Pyrenees: la breche de Roland (Rolands Gap) Date: circa 1880

Music cover, The Gold Diggers of Broadway
Music cover, Painting The Clouds With Sunshine, words by al Dubin, music by Joe Burke, from the film The Gold Diggers of Broadway. 1929

Music cover, The Twilight Waltz, Jack Payne
Music cover, The Twilight Waltz, by Jimmy Kennedy and Walter Dobson, featured by Jack Payne and his BBC Dance Orchestra. 1931

Croatia. Dubrovnik. Rolands Column. 1419. Luza Square

Sheet music cover, Let By-Gones Be By-Gones, with words and music by Joseph George Gilbert. With a portrait of Issy Bonn (Benjamin Levin, 1903-1977), British-Jewish actor, singer and comedian

Battle of Roncevaux Pass (778). Rolands death. Illuminated manuscript, 15th c. Gothic art. Miniature Painting. FRANCE. Paris. National Library

Rolands Monument, Bremen, Germany. Date between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900

Rolands Hospital, Hildesheim, Hanover, Germany. Date between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900

Girondin Gathering
The Girondins meet at madame Rolands : moderate revolutionaries, many of them will be victims of the Reign of Terror, including madame Roland herself

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"Exploring the Enigmatic World of Rolands: From Vincent Beauvais to Girondin Gatherings" Step into the fascinating realm of "Rolands, " a name that has traversed centuries and continents, leaving behind a trail of intriguing tales and cultural references. Dating back to 1190-1264, Vincent Beauvais's work, Aisa Import Speculum, provides us with one of the earliest mentions of this enigmatic figure. In the 19th century black and white engraving titled "Le Mariage de Roland, " we catch a glimpse of an artistic interpretation that captivated minds during that era. Moving forward in time, c1870 and c1880 photographs from Pyrenees take us on a visual journey showcasing the breathtaking landscapes where Roland's presence was felt. Music covers such as "The Gold Diggers of Broadway" and "The Twilight Waltz" remind us how deeply ingrained Rolands' influence was in popular culture. These melodies transported listeners to worlds filled with glitz, glamour, and timeless romance. Traveling across borders, we encounter Croatia's Dubrovnik where Rolands Column stands tall as a testament to his enduring legacy. Meanwhile, sheet music cover art like "Let By-Gones Be By-Gones" adds another layer to our understanding of how this name found its way into various forms of creative expression. Yet it is perhaps through historical events like the Battle of Roncevaux Pass (778) - marking Roland's tragic demise - that his legend truly took root. The monumental tribute in Bremen, Germany known as Rolands Monument further solidifies his place in history while Rolands Hospital in Hildesheim serves as a reminder of compassion linked to his name. Finally, we delve into political gatherings such as Girondin Gathering which evoke images steeped in revolution and change – an indication that even within political circles there exists fascination surrounding this mysterious character named Roland.