Seconde Collection

La Foire Saint-Ovide, sur la place Vendome, dans la seconde moitie du dix-huitieme siecle
6005538 La Foire Saint-Ovide, sur la place Vendome, dans la seconde moitie du dix-huitieme siecle, avec le jeu de Nicolet et celui de Gaudon (engraving) by French School

The Seal of the Second Republic, 1848
ARN203338 The Seal of the Second Republic, 1848 by French School, (19th century); Centre Historique des Archives Nationales, Paris

Gentleman fencer in the return from the Prime parade to the Seconde and Low Carte thrust. Copperplate engraving by after an illustration by Thomas Rowlandson from Mr

Gentlemen fencers making a return thrust in Quinte after the thrust in Seconde. Copperplate engraving by after an illustration by Thomas Rowlandson from Mr

Gentleman fencer making the Seconde return thrust after parrying Carte over the Arm. Copperplate engraving by after an illustration by Thomas Rowlandson from Mr

Gentlemen fencers in Prime parry and Seconde thrust
Gentlemen fencers in the Prime parade or St. George Guard parry derived from the broadsword, against the outside thrust under the wrist called Seconde

Gentleman fencer in the position of the Thrust in Seconde
Gentleman fencer in the position of the outside Parade for the thrust under the wrist or the Thrust in Seconde. Copperplate engraving by after an illustration by Thomas Rowlandson from Mr

Ascension de la tour Eiffel par la Presse Parisienne, Les echelles provisoires accedant a la seconde plate-forme
3623938 Ascension de la tour Eiffel par la Presse Parisienne, Les echelles provisoires accedant a la seconde plate-forme (engraving) by French School

Danseuse Vue de Dos, Grand Battement a la Seconde, c. 1885-90 (black chalk heightened with white chalk on green laid)
995944 Danseuse Vue de Dos, Grand Battement a la Seconde, c.1885-90 (black chalk heightened with white chalk on green laid paper) by Degas, Edgar (1834-1917); 30.6x24 cm; Art Gallery of Ontario

Vue d Temple de Pola en Istrie Les ruines des
Vue d un Temple de Pola en Istrie, Les ruines des plus beaux monuments de la Grece: ouvrage divise en deux parties, ou l on considere, dans la premiere

Julius Antiochus Philopappus a Athenes Vue d
Julius Antiochus, Philopappus; a Athenes, Vue d un Monument triomphal eleve en l honneur de Caius, Julius Antiochus, Philopappus; a Athenes

De L Ordre Caryatide Les ruines des plus beaux
De L Ordre Caryatide, Les ruines des plus beaux monuments de la Grece: ouvrage divise en deux parties, ou l on considere, dans la premiere, ces monuments du cote de l histoire: et dans la seconde

Title Page Les ruines des plus beaux monuments
Title Page, Les ruines des plus beaux monuments de la Grece: ouvrage divise en deux parties, ou l on considere, dans la premiere, ces monuments du cote de l histoire: et dans la seconde

Troisieme salle partie droite de la seconde facade
Troisieme salle, partie a droite de la seconde facade, La Galerie electorale de Dusseldorff ou catalogue raisonne et figure de ses tableaux

Troisieme salle partie gauche de la seconde facade
Troisieme salle, partie a gauche de la seconde facade, La Galerie electorale de Dusseldorff ou catalogue raisonne et figure de ses tableaux

Medinet-Habou Palais de Ramse Meiamoun Entree de La
Medinet-Habou, Palais de Ramses Meiamoun, Entree de La Seconde Cour; John Beasly Greene (American, born France, 1832 - 1856); negative

Nubie Vue cavaliere de la seconde cataracte
Nubie. Vue cavaliere de la seconde cataracte; Maxime Du Camp (French, 1822 - 1894), Louis Desire Blanquart-Evrard (French, 1802 - 1872); Nubie, Egypt; March 24

Globe aerostatique. Dedie e Monsieur Charles. Cette machine est represente icis elevant pour la seconde fois au milieu de la Prairie de Nesle, ou il venoit de descendre, accompagne de Mr. Robert

Jean-Baptiste Rigaud (French, active 1752-1761), Vue des Ecuries de Versailles Prise de la Seconde Grille, etching and engraving

Erasmus?s paraphrases and commentaries on the Epistles, from a 1549 English edition. With decorative initial letter.. From

Seconde et derniere ascension du ballon Monstre, construit et dirige par Mr. Green... 9 janvier, 1837. Text-only broadside announcing a balloon ascension by Charles Green, in his balloon Monstre

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In the vibrant atmosphere of La Foire Saint-Ovide, on the iconic Place Vendome, during the second half of the 18th century, a spectacle unfolded. The engraving captures the exhilarating game of Nicolet and Gaudon, adding to the allure of this historical event. A captivating allegorical representation of Greece by Choiseul-Gouffier transports us to a time when ancient civilizations were revered for their wisdom and beauty. This artwork serves as a reminder of our connection to history and its enduring influence. The Seal of the Second Republic in 1848 symbolizes a pivotal moment in French history. It represents hope and change as a nation embarked on a new path towards democracy and progress. Gentleman fencers demonstrate their skill in various positions - from returning from Prime to making precise thrusts in Seconde. Their elegant movements showcase both grace and precision, reminding us that mastery requires dedication and discipline. As we ascend with Parisian pressmen up temporary ladders leading to the second platform of the Eiffel Tower, we witness an extraordinary feat captured through an engraving. These provisional structures highlight human ingenuity while offering breathtaking views over Paris. A danseuse viewed from behind gracefully performs Grand Battement à la Seconde. Her black chalk drawing heightened with white chalk evokes her fluid movements against green laid paper – an exquisite portrayal frozen in time. Stepping into Musee naval au Louvre's Salle La Perouse offers visitors another perspective - "seconde vue. " Through this engraving, we glimpse into maritime history preserved within these walls; tales waiting to be discovered by curious minds seeking knowledge about seafaring adventures. Transported back to the 18th century once again, gentlemen fencers engage in lunges and parries with finesse. Their expertise showcases not only physical prowess but also highlights fencing's role as both sport and art form throughout history.