Autour Collection

On the way to the Moon: lighting a gas lamp in the space capsule. From Jules Verne Autour de la Lune, Paris, 1865
538158 On the way to the Moon: lighting a gas lamp in the space capsule. From Jules Verne Autour de la Lune, Paris, 1865. Wood engraving.; (add.info.: On the way to the Moon)

Space capsule manoeuvering ready for Moon landing. From Jules Verne Autour de la Lune, Paris, 1865. Wood engraving
539707 Space capsule manoeuvering ready for Moon landing. From Jules Verne Autour de la Lune, Paris, 1865. Wood engraving; (add.info.: Space capsule manoeuvering ready for Moon landing)

Space capsule dwarfed by the disc of the Moon. From Jules Verne Autour de la Lune, Paris, 1865. Wood engraving
539709 Space capsule dwarfed by the disc of the Moon. From Jules Verne Autour de la Lune, Paris, 1865. Wood engraving.; (add.info.: Space capsule dwarfed by the disc of the Moon)

The astronauts surveying the Moon. From Jules Verne Autour de la Lune, Paris, 1865. Wood engraving
538152 The astronauts surveying the Moon. From Jules Verne Autour de la Lune, Paris, 1865. Wood engraving.; (add.info.: The astronauts surveying the Moon)

Emergency in the padded interior of the space capsule, 1865 (engraving)
538423 Emergency in the padded interior of the space capsule, 1865 (engraving); (add.info.: Emergency in the padded interior of the space capsule)

Long-crested eagle and gray-headed kite
5855158 Long-crested eagle and gray-headed kite; (add.info.: Long-crested eagle, Lophaetus occipitalis, and gray-headed kite, Leptodon cayanensis)

A heroes' welcome for the astronauts, 1865 (engraving)
538420 A heroes' welcome for the astronauts, 1865 (engraving); (add.info.: A heroes' welcome for the astronauts. From Jules Verne Autour de la Lune, Paris, 1865)

Occupants of the space capsule experiencing zero gravity conditions. From Jules Verne Autour de la Lune, Paris, 1865
539704 Occupants of the space capsule experiencing zero gravity conditions. From Jules Verne Autour de la Lune, Paris, 1865

Grey goshawk and peregrine falcon (?)
5855182 Grey goshawk and peregrine falcon (?); (add.info.: Grey goshawk, Accipiter novaehollandiae, and "dappled brown sparrowhawk," (variety of peregrine falcon, Falco peregrinus?)

Tidal wave caused by the launch of the space capsule Columbiad, 1865 (engraving)
538396 Tidal wave caused by the launch of the space capsule Columbiad, 1865 (engraving); (add.info.: Tidal wave caused by the launch of the space capsule Columbiad)

Space capsule dwarfed by the disc of the Moon. From Jules Verne Autour de la Lune, Paris, 1865 (engraving)
538390 Space capsule dwarfed by the disc of the Moon. From Jules Verne Autour de la Lune, Paris, 1865 (engraving); Universal History Archive/UIG.

In the space capsule: calculations making the narrator's head spin. From Jules Verne Autour de la Lune, Paris
538385 In the space capsule: calculations making the narrator's head spin. From Jules Verne Autour de la Lune, Paris, 1865

The space capsule Columbiad orbiting close to the Moon, 1865 (engraving)
538417 The space capsule Columbiad orbiting close to the Moon, 1865 (engraving); (add.info.: The space capsule Columbiad orbiting close to the Moon. From Jules Verne Autour de la Lune, Paris, 1865)

Body of the pet dog 'buried' in space following the space capsule in free fall towards the Moo
538411 Body of the pet dog 'buried' in space following the space capsule in free fall towards the Moo, 1865 (engraving); (add.info)

Fall / Japanese Chin / 1933
LITTLE TARTAR OF ST OMER Challenge certificate winner (1933) Owned by Mrs D Autour. Date: 1933

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Autour; Goshawk; Habicht (engraving)
7194781 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Autour; Goshawk; Habicht (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Autour; Goshawk; Habicht)

In the Sudan (chromolitho)
734530 In the Sudan (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: In the Sudan. Liebig card)

In Africa (chromolitho)
734529 In Africa (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: In Africa. Liebig card, late 19th century/early 20th century.); Look and Learn / Rosenberg Collection

The Crossing (chromolitho)
734528 The Crossing (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Crossing. Liebig card)

In Mexico (chromolitho)
734538 In Mexico (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: In Mexico. Liebig card, late 19th century/early 20th century.); Look and Learn / Rosenberg Collection

In America (chromolitho)
734536 In America (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: In America. Liebig card)

Crossing the Equator (chromolitho)
734534 Crossing the Equator (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Crossing the Equator)

In Russia (chromolitho)
734532 In Russia (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: In Russia. Liebig card, late 19th century/early 20th century.); Look and Learn / Rosenberg Collection

Around a Grave; Autour d une Tombe (etching and aquatint)
1195501 Around a Grave; Autour d une Tombe (etching and aquatint) by Vallet, Edouard (1876-1929); 31x29.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Vallet)

In Japan (chromolitho)
734533 In Japan (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: In Japan. Liebig card, late 19th century/early 20th century.); Look and Learn / Rosenberg Collection

Going On Board (chromolitho)
734527 Going On Board (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Going On Board. Liebig card)

In Syria (chromolitho)
734531 In Syria (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: In Syria. Liebig card, late 19th century/early 20th century.); Look and Learn / Rosenberg Collection

In Spain (chromolitho)
734537 In Spain (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: In Spain. Liebig card, late 19th century/early 20th century.); Look and Learn / Rosenberg Collection

Autour de la Lune ( Round the Moon ). The moon-projectile returns to its home-planet. Date: 1870

FALL / JAPANESE CHIN / 1933
LITTLE TARTAR OF ST OMER Challenge certificate winner (1933) Owned by Mrs DAutour. Date: 1933

Xavier De Maistre
XAVIER DE MAISTRE French writer, living as exile in Russia; author of novels and Voyage autour de ma chambre from which this is a scene with him and servant. Date: 1763 - 1852

Verne: Illustration from Round the Moon(Autour de la Lune)
Autour de la Lune ( Round the Moon ). The space-travellers enjoy the pleasures of being gravity free! Date: 1870

Emergency in the padded interior of the space capsule. From Jules Verne Autour de la Lune, Paris, 1865 wood engraving

Occupants of the space capsule experiencing zero gravity conditions. From Jules Verne Autour de la Lune, Paris, 1865. Wood engraving

Space capsule dwarfed by the disc of the Moon. From Jules Verne Autour de la Lune, Paris, 1865. Wood engraving

Tidal wave caused by the launch of the space capsule Columbiad. From Jules Verne Autour de la Lune, Paris, 1865. Wood engraving

Splash down the space travellers touching down in the sea after their trip to the Moon. From Jules Verne Autour de la Lune, Paris, 1865

Space capsule manoeuvering ready for Moon landing. From Jules Verne Autour de la Lune, Paris, 1865. Wood engraving

Feeding chickens in the space capsule. From Jules Verne Autour de la Lune, Paris, 1865. Wood engraving

In the space capsule: calculations making the narrators head spin. From Jules Verne Autour de la Lune, Paris, 1865. Wood engraving

Jules Verne (1828-1905) French novelist: Cover of De la Terre a la Lune and Autour de la Lune from his series Voyages Extraordinaires with picture of the author in the centre

On the way to the Moon: lighting a gas lamp in the space capsule. From Jules Verne Autour de la Lune, Paris, 1865. Wood engraving

The astronauts surveying the Moon. From Jules Verne Autour de la Lune, Paris, 1865. Wood engraving

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"Autour: A Journey Through Time and Continents" Fall brings a sense of nostalgia, just like the year 1933 when the world was captivated by remarkable events. In this captivating journey, we encounter the graceful Japanese Chin, an elegant breed that symbolizes beauty and loyalty. Le Vocabulaire Illustre introduces us to "Autour, " a majestic bird known as the Goshawk or Habicht in German. Its engraving showcases its regal presence and fierce nature. Traveling further, we find ourselves immersed in Sudan's vibrant landscapes through a mesmerizing chromolitho print. The colors transport us to Africa, where another chromolitho artwork captures the essence of its diverse cultures. "The Crossing" takes us on an adventurous voyage across unknown territories depicted in yet another stunning chromolitho piece. Our exploration continues into Mexico and America with vivid prints that showcase their rich heritage. As we cross the Equator, our eyes are drawn to Russia's enchanting landscapes portrayed in a striking chromolitho print. Amidst all these journeys lies "Around a Grave; Autour d'une Tombe, " an etching and aquatint capturing emotions surrounding loss and remembrance. In Japan, tradition meets modernity as seen through an exquisite chromolitho artwork. Finally, "Going On Board" invites us onto new horizons filled with excitement and anticipation for what lies ahead. Through these captivating artworks from different times and places, "autour" reminds us of our shared humanity despite our diverse backgrounds. It encourages us to embrace curiosity as we embark on our own personal journeys around the world – both physically and within ourselves.