Cevennes Collection

Picture No. 10899522
The Millau viaduct or viaduc de Millau Date:

Advert / Neige Cevennes
Neige des Cevennes - beauty creams and liquids Date: 1930

View of the dam and village of Pinet, Aveyron (View of the city and dam of Pinet) Postcard 1910 Private collection
ELD4940608 View of the dam and village of Pinet, Aveyron (View of the city and dam of Pinet) Postcard 1910 Private collection; (add.info.: View of the dam and village of Pinet)

Anduze, Bambouseraie de Prafrance, Cevennes 30140. Creation in 1856 by Eugene MAZEL, botanist
JEB4945742 Anduze, Bambouseraie de Prafrance, Cevennes 30140. Creation in 1856 by Eugene MAZEL, botanist. In 1902 acquisition of the 64-hectare estate by Gaston NEGRE

Anduze, Bambouseraie de Prafrance, Cevennes 30140. Creation in 1856 by Eugene MAZEL, botanist
JEB4945768 Anduze, Bambouseraie de Prafrance, Cevennes 30140. Creation in 1856 by Eugene MAZEL, botanist. In 1902 acquisition of the 64-hectare estate by Gaston NEGRE

Anduze, Bambouseraie de Prafrance, Cevennes 30140. Creation in 1856 by Eugene MAZEL, botanist
JEB4945762 Anduze, Bambouseraie de Prafrance, Cevennes 30140. Creation in 1856 by Eugene MAZEL, botanist. In 1902 acquisition of the 64-hectare estate by Gaston NEGRE

War of the Camisards (1702-1704) or War of the Cevennes: Jean Cavalier (1681-1740)
ELD4903928 War of the Camisards (1702-1704) or War of the Cevennes: Jean Cavalier (1681-1740) in the Cevennes with the Camisards (Protestants)

Anduze, Bambouseraie de Prafrance, Cevennes 30140. Creation in 1856 by Eugene MAZEL, botanist
JEB4945699 Anduze, Bambouseraie de Prafrance, Cevennes 30140. Creation in 1856 by Eugene MAZEL, botanist. In 1902 acquisition of the 64-hectare estate by Gaston NEGRE

Anduze, Bambouseraie de Prafrance, Cevennes 30140. Creation in 1856 by Eugene MAZEL, botanist
JEB4945729 Anduze, Bambouseraie de Prafrance, Cevennes 30140. Creation in 1856 by Eugene MAZEL, botanist. In 1902 acquisition of the 64-hectare estate by Gaston NEGRE

France Languedoc Gorges of Tarn Cevennes National Park

Eurasian griffon vulture (Gyps fulvus) in flight, Cevennes, France, March 2016

Woodcutters of the Mountains of Cevennes (engraving)
3626174 Woodcutters of the Mountains of Cevennes (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Woodcutters of the Mountains of Cevennes)

A custom in the Cevennes: Christmas of the Betes. Engraving from the newspaper "
XEE4174994 A custom in the Cevennes: Christmas of the Betes. Engraving from the newspaper " Le Peute Parisien", on 27/12/1908. Private collection

Julius Caesar leading his army across the Cevennes during his campaign against the Gauls led by Vercingetorix
5997485 Julius Caesar leading his army across the Cevennes during his campaign against the Gauls led by Vercingetorix, 52 BC (engraving) by French School

A train trapped by snowdrifts for seventeen hours in the Cevennes, France (colour litho)
3097570 A train trapped by snowdrifts for seventeen hours in the Cevennes, France (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Map of the Cevennes (France) (Engraving, 1717)
LRI4712004 Map of the Cevennes (France) (Engraving, 1717) by Nolin, Jean-Baptiste (c.1657-1708); Private Collection; (add.info.: Map of the Cevennes Mountains (Massif central)

PROTESTANT PRISONERS
The Tour de Constance which served as a prison for protestants during the Cevennes Insurrection. Date: 1702

BURNING OF BISHOPS HOME
A firey attack on the castle home of the Archbishop of Chayla by the Protestant prophet Seguier in the Cevennes. Date: July 1702

JEAN CAVALIER - 1703
Protestant Insurrection in Cevennes - The leader, Jean Cavalier receives inspiration on the road. Date: 1703

CATHOLICS DEFEATED-NIMES
Protestant Insurrection in Cevennes - Catholic forces are defeated near Nimes. Date: January 1703

PROTESTANT INSURRECTION
The Protestant Insurrection in Cevennes - the defeat of Jean Cavalier. Date: 1703

Peyreleau medieval village. Gorge de la Jonte, Causse, Cevennes, Massif Central, Ayeyron, France, September 2011

Advert for Neige des Cevennes, cosmetics 1928
A recognizable image by Maurice Milliere in an advert for Neige des Cevennes. Date: 1928

Jean Cavalier / / Anon Eng
JEAN CAVALIER French insurgent, leader of Huguenots (Camisards) in the Cevennes and Languedoc Date: 1681 - 1740

Travels with a Donkey
Stevenson and Modestine settle down for the night during their journey through the Cevennes. Date: First published: 1879

Books / Stevenson Donkey
Travels with a Donkey in the Cevennes: Modestine. Date: first published 1879

Camisard Preaching
An inspired Camisard (Protestant) child prophesying in the Cevennes, SE France Date: circa 1700

The forest near col du Minier, National Park of Cevennes, Gard, France

Chesnuts, The National Park Of Cevennes, Languedoc Roussillon, France

Col du Mercou, The National Park Of Cevennes, Languedoc Roussillon, France

La Vallee Francaise, The National Park Of Cevennes, Languedoc Roussillon, France

The forest at Fontmort, the National Park of Cevennes, Languedoc Roussillon, France
Birch area in Montforts forest

Plan de Fontmort, Valle Francaise, The National Park Of Cevennes, Languedoc Roussillon, France

Portes, The National Park Of Cevennes, Languedoc Roussillon, Gard, France

Arre, The National Park Of Cevennes, Gard, Languedoc Roussillon, France

Valleraugue, The National Park Of Cevennes, Languedoc Roussillon, France

Laroque, The National Park Of Cevennes, Herault, Languedoc Roussillon, France
The church at Laroque

The National Park Of Cevennes, Languedoc Roussillon, France
Sheeps grazing

Saint Martial, the national park of Cevennes, Gard, Languedoc Roussillon, France

Sumene, The National Park Of Cevennes, Gard, Languedoc Roussillon, France

Sumene, Gard, Nationalparkof Cevennes, France
Sumene, The National Park Of Cevennes, Gard, Languedoc Roussillon, France

Gorges de l Herault, The National Park Of Cevennes, Languedoc Roussillon, France

Rural Countryside near Lasalle (oil on canvas)
XIR171803 Rural Countryside near Lasalle (oil on canvas) by Castelnau, Alexandre Eugene (1827-94); Musee Paul Valery, Sete, France; French, out of copyright

Grassy-leaved Buttercup (Ranunculus gramineus) flowering, Cevennes, France, May

Scots Pine (Pinus sylvestris) close-up of male flowers, Cevennes, France, May

Aymonins Orchid (Ophrys aymoninii) close-up of flower, Causses, Massif Central, Cevennes, France, May

Western Green Lizard (Lacerta bilineata) adult male, basking on limestone, Cevennes, France, May

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The Cevennes, a region in France with a rich and tumultuous history. Picture No. 10899522 captures the essence of this captivating place. Adorned by snow, the Cevennes exudes an ethereal beauty that is both enchanting and serene. But beneath its picturesque facade lies stories of struggle and resilience. The Camisard War of 1702-1705 saw Protestants from the Cevennes clash against the royal Catholic government, resulting in a tragic massacre that forever scarred the land. During Louis XIV's reign, the dragonnades brought persecution upon Protestants in the Cevennes. A haunting engraving from 1842 depicts their suffering, reminding us of their unwavering faith amidst adversity. Woodcutters toiled tirelessly in these mountains, shaping not only timber but also forging a sense of community rooted deep within these rugged landscapes. Intriguing customs also thrive here; one such tradition is Christmas of the Betes where animals are honored during festivities - a testament to the harmonious relationship between humans and nature in this region. Even ancient history has left its mark on these lands. Julius Caesar himself led his army across the Cevennes during his campaign against Vercingetorix and his Gauls in 52 BC - an epic tale etched into time itself. Nature can be both breathtakingly beautiful and unforgivingly harsh here as well. A train once found itself trapped for seventeen long hours amidst treacherous snowdrifts - a reminder that even modernity must yield to Mother Nature's whims at times. Through it all, resilient souls have called this land home. The Camisards fought for their beliefs while enduring unimaginable hardships; their story immortalized through engravings capturing their courage against all odds. A map from 1717 showcases how vast and diverse this region truly is – each corner holding secrets waiting to be discovered.