Conte Collection

Mother Goose, Victorian costume of a children's fairytale. She wears a pointed hat, scarlet cape
FLO4656221 Mother Goose, Victorian costume of a children's fairytale. She wears a pointed hat, scarlet cape, coat decorated with eggs, apron with ruffles, and skirt decorated with geese

Uncle Tom's Cabin, c.1930 (illustration)
1904717 Uncle Tom's Cabin, c.1930 (illustration); (add.info.: Uncle Tom's Cabin, by Harriet Beecher Stowe. Cover of a French edition, around 1930. Private collection); Photo © CCI.

Literature. Fairy Tales. Janos Vitez and the king of France. Illustration by Bela Sandor for: Janos Vitez (Sir John)
2638880 Literature. Fairy Tales. Janos Vitez and the king of France. Illustration by Bela Sandor for: Janos Vitez (Sir John), poem by Sandor Petofi (1845), Hungary

GREEN, Charles (1840-1898). Pears' Annual Christmas 1892. Front page from Pears' Annual Christmas
CUL4867254 GREEN, Charles (1840-1898). Pears' Annual Christmas 1892. Front page from Pears' Annual Christmas, where Dickens' tale " A ghost story of Christmas" was published

Education. Children life in the countryside. Girl reading a tale to her brothers and sisters
3434972 Education. Children life in the countryside. Girl reading a tale to her brothers and sisters. Engraving "Munchener Bilderbogen", Germany

Prologue to the Funny Tales of Honore de Balzac, 19th century (engraving)
PCT5617986 Prologue to the Funny Tales of Honore de Balzac, 19th century (engraving) by French School, (19th century); (add.info)

Porto Conte National Park, Alghero, Sardinia Island, Italy

The Red Water Ordeal, as Practised Among the Nations of Northern Guinea. Artist: J Le Conte
The Red Water Ordeal, as Practised Among the Nations of Northern Guinea. A print from The Faiths of the World, A Dictionary of All Religions and Religious Sects, Volume II, by Reverend James Gardner

Disinterested Boy
A portrait illustration of a rather fed up looking boy, who is resting his head on his hand, with a side slumped posture, Date: circa 1915

Man With Folded Arms
This portrait drawing shows an impatient looking man with arms crossed, casting a shadow on the wall behind him. Date: circa 1915

The entombment of Christ
5309700 The entombment of Christ by Conte, Jacopino del (1510-98); Palazzo Corsini, Gallerie Nazionali Barberini Corsini, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: Panel); Photo © Stefano Baldini

The mother of the Little Red Riding Hood warns her against the wolf Illustration of the tale "The Little Red
ELD4844692 The mother of the Little Red Riding Hood warns her against the wolf Illustration of the tale "The Little Red Riding Hood" by Charles Perrault (1628-1703)

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

Cover of "Tales du Lundi "by Alphonse Daudet, Fayard
LSE4105109 Cover of " Tales du Lundi " by Alphonse Daudet, Fayard by Roy, Jose (fl.1886-1905); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cover of " Tales du Lundi " by Alphonse Daudet)

Tout ce beau monde growls, growls, jappe, screams, roars, barks, hennit, illustration of the book for children
LSE4332815 Tout ce beau monde growls, growls, jappe, screams, roars, barks, hennit, illustration of the book for children " Les animaux en train de plaisir", by J.Jacquin

Gepetto manufactures Pinocchio - in "Pinocchio", illustrated by Simone Baudoin, ed
LSE4105402 Gepetto manufactures Pinocchio - in " Pinocchio", illustrated by Simone Baudoin, ed. CastermanAttention: RIGHTS RESERVES by Rothier, F

M. Latrompe crushes the tail of M. Lion, who shouts peacock, illustration of the childrens book "Les animaux en
LSE4332836 M. Latrompe crushes the tail of M.Lion, who shouts peacock, illustration of the childrens book " Les animaux en train de plaisir", by J.Jacquin, drawing by G.H.Thompson

Monsieur Hippos calecon could hardly be used for an aphid, illustration of the childrens book "Les animaux en
LSE4332833 Monsieur Hippos calecon could hardly be used for an aphid, illustration of the childrens book " Les animaux en train de plaisir", by J.Jacquin, drawing by G.H.Thompson

Ah! My heart hurts! murmure madame Hippo, illustration of childrens book "Les animaux en train de plaisir"
LSE4332832 Ah! My heart hurts! murmure madame Hippo, illustration of childrens book " Les animaux en train de plaisir", by J.Jacquin, drawing by G.H.Thompson, edition Hachette et Cie, 1885

Too late! The crocodile has raised the anchor! What a miserable look they do
LSE4332820 Too late! The crocodile has raised the anchor! What a miserable look they do!, illustration of the book for children " Les animaux en train de plaisir", by J.Jacquin

The Little Mermaid - illustration by Vilhelm Pedersen, Denmark, 1848
LSE4108194 The Little Mermaid - illustration by Vilhelm Pedersen, Denmark, 1848 by Pedersen, Vilhelm (1820-1859); Private Collection; (add.info)

La petite sirene - in "Tales d Andersen", ill. by H. Pecoud, ed. Laurens, c. 1930
LSE4108192 La petite sirene - in " Tales d Andersen", ill. by H. Pecoud, ed. Laurens, c. 1930 by Pecoud, Andre (1880-1951); Private Collection; (add.info)

Stuff! M. Hippo sits in the mud, illustration of the childrens book "Les animaux en train de plaisir", by J
LSE4332835 Stuff! M.Hippo sits in the mud, illustration of the childrens book " Les animaux en train de plaisir", by J.Jacquin, drawing by G.H.Thompson, edition Hachette et Cie, 1885

One pushes, one crashes in front of the window, illustration of the childrens book "Les animaux en train de
LSE4332822 One pushes, one crashes in front of the window, illustration of the childrens book " Les animaux en train de plaisir", by J.Jacquin, drawing by G.H.Thompson

Roi grenouille. Frog king, c. 1900 (illustration)
5675009 Roi grenouille. Frog king, c.1900 (illustration) by Schutz, Erich (1886-1937); (add.info.: Fairy Tales. Princess and Frog King in his courtyard)

Earth! Earth! suddenly screams the watch, illustration of the childrens book "Les animaux en train de
LSE4332842 Earth! Earth! suddenly screams the watch, illustration of the childrens book " Les animaux en train de plaisir", by J.Jacquin, drawing by G.H.Thompson, edition Hachette et Cie

Before leaving, all the animals will dress new, illustration of the childrens book "Les animaux en train de
LSE4332805 Before leaving, all the animals will dress new, illustration of the childrens book " Les animaux en train de plaisir", by J.Jacquin, drawing by G.H.Thompson

Pinocchio et ses rewards scolaires - in "Pinocchio", illustrated by Simonne Baudoin, ed
LSE4105401 Pinocchio et ses rewards scolaires - in " Pinocchio", illustrated by Simonne Baudoin, ed. CastermanAttention: RIGHTS RESERVES by Rothier, F

Le biniou et les korrigans, legende Breton. Decorative plaque by Alfred Beau (1829-1907)
LSE4335718 Le biniou et les korrigans, legende Breton. Decorative plaque by Alfred Beau (1829-1907). Terracotta varnished polychrome in relief, Porquier Beau, late 19th century

Mr. Latrompe packed his trunk so much that he had to sit on it to close it
LSE4332813 Mr. Latrompe packed his trunk so much that he had to sit on it to close it, illustration of the childrens book " Les animaux en train de plaisir", by J.Jacquin

Cover of a childrens book, "Les animaux en train de plaisir", by J. Jacquin, illustrations by G. H
LSE4332786 Cover of a childrens book, " Les animaux en train de plaisir", by J.Jacquin, illustrations by G.H.Thompson, edition Hachette et Cie, 1885, Paris. Selva Collection

Pinocchio au long nez - in "Pinocchio", illustrated by Simonne Baudoin, ed
LSE4105399 Pinocchio au long nez - in " Pinocchio", illustrated by Simonne Baudoin, ed. CastermanAttention: RIGHTS RESERVES by Rothier, F

Tois enfants lapins ecoutant leur grand pere blesse raconter des histoires
DUV4212159 Tois enfants lapins ecoutant leur grand pere blesse raconter des histoires. Vignettes illustrees par JJ Granville

Costumes of Raoul and Isaure, from the opera Raoul Barbe-Bleue
694909 Costumes of Raoul and Isaure, from the opera Raoul Barbe-Bleue, 1790 (coloured engraving) by French School, (18th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

Beautiful inventions card, Conte crayon (chromolitho)
963843 Beautiful inventions card, Conte crayon (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Beautiful inventions: Conte crayon, invented by Nicolas-Jacques Conte)

Ludovico Sforza and wife Beatrice d Este, 15th century
Ludovico Sforza, Duke of Milan, 1452-1508, and wife Beatrice d Este, Duchess of Bari, 1475-1497. With their children Massimiliano and Francois

Illustration of the tale "Riquet a la houppe"
GIA4817384 Illustration of the tale " Riquet A la houppe" by Charles Perrault (1697): the fairy announces to the Queen that the princess who has just been born will be as stupid as she is

Tales of Jean de La Fontaine: The Gascon Punished Painting on Copper by Nicolas Lancret
JLJ4625655 Tales of Jean de La Fontaine: The Gascon Punished Painting on Copper by Nicolas Lancret (1690-1743) Sun. 0, 28 x 0, 36 m by Lancret, Nicolas (1690-1743); Louvre, Paris

Kinder und hausmarchen (Conte de l enfance et du foyer) (1812)
GIA4761981 Kinder und hausmarchen (Conte de l enfance et du foyer) (1812) : les fables des freres Grimm. Couverture de Hermann Vogel 1894 representant Blanche neige et les sept nains

Pierre-Cheri Lafont in the role of Rafaello in A Fairy Tale (Un Conte de Fee) by Leuven/Lherie, Theatre des Varietes, 1845

Pauline Dejazet in the role of the Marquise
Pauline Virginie Dejazet in the role of the Marquise in A Fairy Tale (Un Conte de Fee) by Leuven/Lherie, Theatre des Varietes, 1845

Maison ou est ne Conte, a Saint-Ceneri, Orne (engraving)
3644776 Maison ou est ne Conte, a Saint-Ceneri, Orne (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Maison ou est ne Conte, a Saint-Ceneri, Orne)

Perrette et le pot au lait D pres le tale "La lait tiere et le pot au lait"
JLJ4643131 Perrette et le pot au lait D pres le tale " La lait tiere et le pot au lait" by Jean de la Fontaine. Painting by Jean Honore Fragonard (1732-1806)

The Count Refuses Permission for the Marriage (chromolitho)
734866 The Count Refuses Permission for the Marriage (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Count Refuses Permission for the Marriage)

The Roman Question: Count of Cavour caricature, c. 1860
2960036 The Roman Question: Count of Cavour caricature, c.1860 by Delfico, Melchiorre (1825-95); (add.info.: Camillo Paolo Filippo Giulio Benso, Count of Cavour (August 10, 1810-June 6)

Portrait of Count Giovanni Battista Vailetti
FTB61428 Portrait of Count Giovanni Battista Vailetti by Ghislandi, Giuseppe (Fra Vittore Galgario) (1655-1743); Gallerie dell Accademia, Venice, Italy; Italian, out of copyright

Operation du vernissage d un ballon captif militaire, a Meudon, par les procedes de Coutelle et de Conte (1794)
5228256 Operation du vernissage d un ballon captif militaire, a Meudon, par les procedes de Coutelle et de Conte (1794) (engraving) by French School

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"Captivating Contes: A Journey through Art and Literature" In this captivating collection of images, we delve into the world of "conte, " exploring various artistic interpretations and literary tales. We begin with a disinterested boy, his gaze distant as he contemplates the mysteries that lie beyond. Next, a man stands with folded arms, exuding an air of confidence and authority. These two contrasting figures set the stage for our exploration. Moving on to visual artistry, we encounter "The Red Water Ordeal, " an ancient ritual practiced among the nations of Northern Guinea. Artist J Le Conte skillfully captures the intensity and significance of this cultural tradition. Shifting gears to historical events, we witness "The Actions of the Grand Condesiege of Dunkirk. " This dramatic depiction transports us back in time to a pivotal moment in military history. Religious symbolism takes center stage as we observe "The Entombment of Christ. " The somber scene evokes deep emotions and invites contemplation on matters spiritual. From religious themes to classic fairy tales, we encounter "The Mother of Little Red Riding Hood" cautioning her daughter about the lurking wolf. Charles Perrault's iconic tale comes alive through vivid illustration. Our journey then leads us to Happy Island—a fabled paradise where boats join guests at a banquet on lush grass. Paul Albert Besnard's wallpaper painting immerses us in a whimsical world brimming with joyous celebration. Turning our attention to literature once more, Alphonse Daudet's book cover for "Tales du Lundi" entices readers into a realm filled with enchanting narratives waiting to be discovered. A portrait emerges—Lorina Liddell captured by Lewis Carroll's lens—an image attributed to Charles Lutwidge Dodgson himself. This photograph offers glimpses into Alice's Wonderland and sparks curiosity within us all.