Tricolore Collection

French poster from General de Gaulle, WW2
A French poster with a message to all French people from General Charles de Gaulle, based in London during the Second World War. France has lost one battle, but France has not lost the war

French Flag 1908
An old soldier in German- occupied Strasbourg is permitted to display the French flag

WW2 poster, A tous les francais, General de Gaulle
WW2 poster, A tous les francais (To all French people), from General de Gaulle, based in Liverpool during the Second World War. France has lost a battle, but France has not lost the war

Patriotic French poster by Cappiello
Patriotic poster by Leonetto Cappiello, depicting Marianne, the national symbol of France, standing on a red, white and blue map of the country

Scotland and France, Old Allies (colour litho)
3096270 Scotland and France, Old Allies (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Scotland and France, Old Allies)

Victory, 1905 (oil on canvas)
XIR418368 Victory, 1905 (oil on canvas) by Detaille, Jean-Baptiste Edouard (1848-1912); 144x76 cm; Musee des Beaux-Arts, Dunkirk

Postcard depicting the Eiffel Tower at the Exposition Universelle, 1889 (colour litho)
XIR245780 Postcard depicting the Eiffel Tower at the Exposition Universelle, 1889 (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Withdrawal ceremony of the English allied troops in front of the Palazzo della Provincia in Naples
3562671 Withdrawal ceremony of the English allied troops in front of the Palazzo della Provincia in Naples. The soldiers, standing to attention

Animated view of the beach at Viareggio Versilia / Viareggio. Date of Photograph:1895 ca

World War I: the flag of the Kingdom of Italy waving on the mountain Krasji Slovenia Mount Krasji. Date of Photograph:1915-1918

A soldier photographed in front of the Command Station of Venice Venice. Date of Photograph:1927

Two soldiers posing next to the bells for the Royal Ships; in the background, the Italian flag and the picture of the king Vittorio Emanuele III Rovereto. Date of Photograph:25/04/1927

Group portrait in Piazza S. Marco in Venice; Stereoscopic photograph Venice Piazza S. Marco. Date of Photograph:1896

Boat trip on Lake Trasimeno Perugia Lake Trasimeno. Date of Photograph:01/05/1927

Group aboard a boat during a boat trip on Lake Trasimeno Perugia Lake Trasimeno. Date of Photograph:01/05/1927

Historical parade on the occasion of the sixth centenary of Dante on a street in Florence Florence. Date of Photograph:17/09/1921

Fishing near Procchio, Elba Island Livorno Elba Island, Procchio. Date of Photograph:31/07/1926

Procession on the occasion of the sixth centenary of Dante on a street in Florence Florence. Date of Photograph:17/09/1921

Rock wall with a railroad tunnel. The scene is enlivened by a group of persons scattered along the tracks and at the entrance to the tunnel

Portrait of a class of school girls, with the teachers and janitors in a courtyard. Behind the group an Italian flag with the name of the school ('Scuola Normale Femmiinile') Italy

Entrance to the Camping Internazionale Etruria, in a pine grove in Castiglione della Pescaia. A few cars are parked in front of the entrance

Marine summer camp. The students, lined up on the beach, are doing gym exercises. In the background the bathing establishment and the sea Italy. Date of Photograph:1930 ca

View from above of a beach where the members of a summer camp are playing games. In the background two swimming pools, cabins and tents Italy. Date of Photograph:1930 ca

Porto Ercole, in the Argentario, in a sheltered location on a small promontory, along the coast. In the foreground sailboats Monte Argentario Porto Ercole. Date of Photograph:1955-1965 ca

The beach of Castiglione della Pescaia crowded with people. In the foreground the bathing establishments, beach chairs and umbrellas, and cabins

Official ceremony of the National Guard of the State in an Italian town Italy. Date of Photograph:1870 ca

Florence. Collegio degli Scolopi. Group of students and teachers Florence Collegio degli Scolopi. Date of Photograph:1915 ca

Parade for transporting the body of the Unknown Soldier in Via Nazionale, Rome Rome Via Nazionale. Date of Photograph:04/11/1921

British, French, German and Japanese Officers in Shanghai, 1900 (b/w photo)
495445 British, French, German and Japanese Officers in Shanghai, 1900 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Sergeant Ewart capturing the French eagle at Waterloo
Sergeant Charles Ewart capturing the French 45th Regiment's eagle standard at the Battle of Waterloo - The Bird Catchers, Royal Scots Greys Date: 1815

Music cover, La Marseillaise 1792-1918, WW1 - sung by Rouget de Lisle at Strasbourg (writer of the words and music) Date: 1918

Cartoon, Monument to Napoleon! by George Cruikshank. Showing a skeleton on top of a pyramid of skulls, to reflect the many deaths caused during his military campaigns. Date: 1842

WW1 poster, Souscrivez a l'Emprunt National - Pour le Drapeau! Pour la Victoire! (Subscribe to the National War Loan - For the Flag! For Victory!) Date: 1917

The Tomb of Napoleon, St Helena
The Tomb of Napoleon on the island of St Helena. The burial took place after Napoleon's death in 1821; the remains were moved to Paris in 1840. circa 1820-1930s

REMEMBERING THE DEAD
On the anniversary of the battle of Marne, French villagers decorate a war grave with the Tricolore flag Date: 1915

Fifth Avenue in the Armistice Winter, 1918-19 (oil on canvas)
MNY90136 Fifth Avenue in the Armistice Winter, 1918-19 (oil on canvas) by Brewster, Anna Richards (1870-1952); 33x24.1 cm; Museum of the City of New York

The Conquest of the Air, 1913 (oil on canvas)
862897 The Conquest of the Air, 1913 (oil on canvas) by La Fresnaye, Roger de (1885-1925); Galleria Nazionale d'Arte Moderna e Contemporanea, Rome, Lazio, Italy; Photo © Stefano Baldini

Theatre for the Armies, front cover illustration from La Baionnette, No 82, 25th January 1917 (colour litho)
661490 Theatre for the Armies, front cover illustration from La Baionnette, No 82, 25th January 1917 (colour litho) by Arnoux, Guy (1886-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: le theatre aux Armees)

The Strike, 1899 (oil on canvas)
XIR165154 The Strike, 1899 (oil on canvas) by Adler, Jules (1865-1952); 231x302 cm; Ecomusee de la Communaute le Creusot Montceau, France

Father Time discovers Truth trampling Feudalism, c. 1792-93 (engraving)
XIR170901 Father Time discovers Truth trampling Feudalism, c.1792-93 (engraving) by French School, (18th century); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris

The Taking of Malakoff, 8th September 1855 (oil on canvas)
XNT218988 The Taking of Malakoff, 8th September 1855 (oil on canvas) by Yvon, Adolphe (1817-93); Musee des Beaux-Arts, Nantes, France; (add.info.: fortress stormed by the French; )

Act of Courage, 28th July 1830 (coloured engraving)
XIR187781 Act of Courage, 28th July 1830 (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Chair with Revolutionary attributes (wood)
XIR56503 Chair with Revolutionary attributes (wood) by French School, (18th century); Private Collection

The Big Parade, 1917 (oil on panel)
651076 The Big Parade, 1917 (oil on panel) by Hassam, Childe Frederick (1859-1935); 20.4x22.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Big Parade. Frederick Childe Hassam (1859-1935). Oil on panel

Trento and Trieste, The Charge of the Bersaglieri (riflemen) (oil on canvas)
5894157 Trento and Trieste, The Charge of the Bersaglieri (riflemen) (oil on canvas) by Previati, Gaetano (1852-1920); Assicoop-Unipol Collection, Modena, Emilia Romagna

Fecamp, the Basin, 1892 (oil on canvas)
989087 Fecamp, the Basin, 1892 (oil on canvas) by Boudin, Eugene Louis (1824-98); 40x54.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Fecamp, the Basin; Fecamp, le Bassin. Eugene Boudin (1824-1898)

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"Tricolore: A Symbol of French Pride and Resilience" The tricolore, a powerful emblem representing the spirit of France, has a rich history that spans centuries. From its origins in the French Revolution to its significance during World War II, this iconic flag continues to evoke patriotism and unity. One notable image showcasing the a vintage French poster from General de Gaulle's era during World War II. This captivating artwork served as a rallying cry for resistance against oppression and symbolized hope amidst adversity. Dating back even further, an exquisite color lithograph depicts Scotland and France as old allies. The tricolor proudly waves alongside Scottish symbols, highlighting the enduring bond between these nations. In another stunning lithograph by Cappiello, we see a patriotic French poster that captures the essence of national pride. Its vibrant colors pay homage to the tricolor while inspiring citizens to stand united in times of challenge. Beyond flags and posters, other representations include Ixia Tricolor flowers blooming with their red, white, and blue petals—a natural tribute to France's beloved symbol. Similarly, Victory 1905 portrays triumph through an oil painting where shades of blue intertwine with hints of red and white. Moving on to historical landmarks associated with the tricolore; an enchanting postcard showcases Gustave Eiffel's masterpiece—the Eiffel Tower—during the Exposition Universelle in 1889. The flag flutters majestically atop this architectural marvel—an embodiment of national pride. Furthermore, Sergeant Ewart's heroic act at Waterloo comes alive when he captured Napoleon's eagle—a cherished military standard bearing resemblance to France's own tricolor banner. This momentous event forever etched into history solidifies the symbolic importance attached to this iconic flag. Music too played its part in honoring la Tricolore.