Utopie Collection

Utopiae Insulae Figura (Map of the New Island of Utopia
5615728 Utopiae Insulae Figura (Map of the New Island of Utopia) from the 1516 first edition of Utopia by Sir Thomas More (1478-1535)

Woodcut from 1518 third edition of Utopia by Sir Thomas More (1478-1535
5615729 Woodcut from 1518 third edition of Utopia by Sir Thomas More (1478-1535) published in Basel showing the author conversing with the protagonist Raphael Hythloday about the ideal society he

Letter U: UTILITY agrees with philanthropy, but always and everywhere deceptive is UTOPIA. Engraving in "ABC
DUV4206632 Letter U: UTILITY agrees with philanthropy, but always and everywhere deceptive is UTOPIA. Engraving in "ABC. Alphabet of good advice and mistakes to avoid". Ch

Happy Island: scene of fable representing boats joining guests at a banquet on the grass
JLJ4567990 Happy Island: scene of fable representing boats joining guests at a banquet on the grass. Detail of a painting on wallpaper by Paul Albert Besnard (1849-1934). 1900

Portrait of Herbert George Wells, English journalist and novelist (1866-1946). In Fantasio on 01 / 09 / 1922
LSE4110653 Portrait of Herbert George Wells, English journalist and novelist (1866-1946). In Fantasio on 01/09/1922. Drawing by Barrere

Utopiensium Alphabetum (Utopian Alphabet) from the 1518 third edition of
5615730 Utopiensium Alphabetum (Utopian Alphabet) from the 1518 third edition of Utopia by Sir Thomas More (1478-1535) first published in 1516

Printers mark of Johann Frobens (c. 1460 -1527) showing two hands holding
5615734 Printers mark of Johann Frobens (c.1460 -1527) showing two hands holding the caduceus from the 1518 third edition of Utopia by Sir Thomas More (1478-1535) first published in 1516

Portrait of Thomas More (1478 - 1535). Painting by Pierre Paul (Pierre-Paul
GIA4759589 Portrait of Thomas More (1478 - 1535). Painting by Pierre Paul (Pierre-Paul) Rubens (or Peter Paul or Petrus Paulus) (1577-1640)

Title page from the 1518 Basel third edition of Utopia
5615735 Title page from the 1518 Basel third edition of Utopia by Sir Thomas More (1478-1535) first published in 1516. Woodcut by Hans Holbein the Younger (c.1497-1543)

Illuminated "N"from the 1518 Basel third edition of Utopia
5615733 Illuminated " N" from the 1518 Basel third edition of Utopia by Sir Thomas More (1478-1535) first published in 1516

Engraving from "Utopia"by Thomas More (Morus) (1478-1535), 1516 (engraving)
GIA4726600 Engraving from " Utopia" by Thomas More (Morus) (1478-1535), 1516 (engraving) by Anonymous; Private Collection; (add.info)

View of the island of Utopia (Utopia) from the book of Thomas More (1478-1535)
GIA4786491 View of the island of Utopia (Utopia) from the book of Thomas More (1478-1535), " De optmo republicae statu deque nova insula Utopia". Engraved by Johann Froben. 1518

Illuminated "V"from the 1518 Basel third edition of Utopia
5615732 Illuminated " V" from the 1518 Basel third edition of Utopia by Sir Thomas More (1478-1535) first published in 1516

Illuminated "O"from the 1518 Basel third edition of Utopia
5615731 Illuminated " O" from the 1518 Basel third edition of Utopia by Sir Thomas More (1478-1535) first published in 1516

Map of the New Island of Utopia from a 1518 edition of Utopia
5615727 Map of the New Island of Utopia from a 1518 edition of Utopia by Sir Thomas More (1478-1535), first published in 1516. Woodcut by Ambrosius Holbein (c. 1494-c)

The poem of the soul; L ideal, a young woman raised in the air above a mountain
JLJ4576408 The poem of the soul; L ideal, a young woman raised in the air above a mountain landscape and accompanied by a muse in a lyrical atmosphere

Men and women enjoying the delights of Earth. Detail of the central part of the tryptic
JLJ4596541 Men and women enjoying the delights of Earth. Detail of the central part of the tryptic of " The Garden of Terrestrial Delices" by Hieronymus Van Aeken (Aken)

The poem of the soul; The flight of the soul, a young woman raised in the air above a
JLJ4576328 The poem of the soul; The flight of the soul, a young woman raised in the air above a green landscape and accompanied by a muse in a lyrical atmosphere

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"Utopie: Exploring the Dream of a Perfect World" Step into the enchanting world of Utopie, where imagination knows no bounds. This captivating woodcut from Sir Thomas More's Utopia transports us to a happy island, adorned with boats joining guests at a lavish banquet on lush green grass, and is a scene straight out of a fable, evoking feelings of joy and harmony. The utopian vision continues with Paul Albert Besnard's exquisite wallpaper painting from 1900. Every brushstroke depicts an idyllic paradise, inviting us to escape reality and immerse ourselves in this dreamlike realm. Herbert George Wells, the renowned English journalist and novelist, delves deeper into Fantasio on September 1st, 1922. Through Barrere's intricate drawing, we catch glimpses of Wells' exploration of utopia—a concept that has fascinated minds for centuries. Johann Frobens' printers mark showcases two hands holding together—an emblematic symbol representing unity and cooperation—essential elements for any utopian society to thrive. Pierre Paul's mesmerizing portrait captures the essence of Thomas More himself—the visionary behind Utopia. His ideas have inspired generations to ponder upon what it truly means to create an ideal world. As we turn each page in the Basel third edition of Utopia from 1518, we encounter illuminated letters like "N, " "V, " and "O. " These ornate designs transport us further into this mythical land—a testament to human creativity striving for perfection. Thomas More's engraving takes us on a visual journey through his book Utopia itself. We witness the breathtaking view of an island that embodies all our hopes and dreams—a place where societal ideals are realized. In these images lies an invitation—to explore beyond our limitations; to imagine societies free from strife; to believe in humanity's potential for progress; and ultimately, to strive towards our own version of utopia.