Ferdinand De Lesseps Collection

'Canal de Suez; Le Nord-Est Africain, 1914. Creator: Unknown
'Canal de Suez; Le Nord-Est Africain, 1914. From "Grande Geographie Bong Illustree", 1914

Ferdinand de Lessepps [sic], 1914. Creator: Unknown
Ferdinand de Lesseps, 1914. Designer of a Panama Canal project, and instigator of the construction of the Suez Canal

The recent inspection of the Panama Canal works by M De Lesseps, 1886. Creator: Unknown
The recent inspection of the Panama Canal works by M. De Lesseps - Reception of M De Lesseps in Cathedral Place, Panama, 1886. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume 33

Intermission of a premiere at the Comedie-Francaise, 1885. Creator: Edouard Joseph Dantan
Intermission of a premiere at the Comedie-Francaise, 1885

The French Third Republic, 1871-1914 (colour litho)
5207768 The French Third Republic, 1871-1914 (colour litho) by Girard, Joseph (fl.1930-50); Private Collection; (add.info.: The French Third Republic, 1871-1914)

F. de Lesseps, c. 1876. Creator: Nadar
F. de Lesseps, c. 1876. Woodburytype, from the periodical "Galerie Contemporaine Litteraire, Artistique" (1876), volume 1

Cartoon of Ferdinand de Lesseps
864685 Cartoon of Ferdinand de Lesseps by Sambourne, Edward Linley (1844-1910); (add.info.: Ferdinand de Lesseps (1805-1894) French diplomat and canal promoter

M Ferdinand de Lesseps (colour litho)
5999471 M Ferdinand de Lesseps (colour litho) by Partridge, Bernard (1861-1945) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: M Ferdinand de Lesseps)

The late M Ferdinand de Lesseps (engraving)
728937 The late M Ferdinand de Lesseps (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The late M Ferdinand de Lesseps)

Ferdinande de Lesseps (engraving)
1108049 Ferdinande de Lesseps (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ferdinande de Lesseps)

Residence of the late M Ferdinand de Lesseps (engraving)
728938 Residence of the late M Ferdinand de Lesseps (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Residence of the late M Ferdinand de Lesseps)

Ferdinand de Lesseps
LLM455454 Ferdinand de Lesseps by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ferdinand de Lesseps. Illustration from The Modern Portrait Gallery (Cassell)

Ferdinand de Lesseps residence in Ismailia, developer of the Suez Canal, Egypt (b / w photo)
6033731 Ferdinand de Lesseps residence in Ismailia, developer of the Suez Canal, Egypt (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Ferdinand de Lesseps (1805-1894), French entrepreneur and canal builder (litho)
817351 Ferdinand de Lesseps (1805-1894), French entrepreneur and canal builder (litho) by Bonnat, Leon Joseph Florentin (1833-1922) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Ferdinand de Lesseps (print)
815912 Ferdinand de Lesseps (print) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ferdinand de Lesseps (1805-1894)

Ferdinand de Lesseps, 1865-66 (litho)
2641127 Ferdinand de Lesseps, 1865-66 (litho) by Lafosse, Jean Baptiste Adolphe (1810/14-79); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ferdinand de Lesseps, Ferdinand Marie)

Ferdinand de Lesseps, French diplomat, entrepreneur and canal builder (chromolitho)
1093736 Ferdinand de Lesseps, French diplomat, entrepreneur and canal builder (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ferdinand de Lesseps (1805-1894)

Ferdinand De Lesseps, with his wife and children (b / w photo)
3099673 Ferdinand De Lesseps, with his wife and children (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ferdinand De Lesseps, with his wife and children)

Ferdinand de Lesseps (engraving)
1107896 Ferdinand de Lesseps (engraving) by Holland Tringham, Joseph (1861-1908); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ferdinand de Lesseps)

Ferdinand de Lesseps (colour litho)
2818589 Ferdinand de Lesseps (colour litho) by Meyer, Henri (1841-99) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ferdinand de Lesseps, French canal builder)

Ferdinand De Lesseps (second from right) at work on the Suez canal (b / w photo)
3099675 Ferdinand De Lesseps (second from right) at work on the Suez canal (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Portrait of Ferdinand Lesseps, 1850-1914. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of Ferdinand Lesseps, 1850-1914. Former attribution Felix Bracquemond

Opening of the Suez Canal, 1869, (c1871). Creator: Martin
Opening of the Suez Canal, 1869, (c1871). The Suez Canal in Egypt, designed by French engineer Ferdinand de Lesseps, opened on 17 November 1869

Port-Said - General view and Statue of Lesseps, c1918-c1939. Creator: Unknown
Port-Said - General view and Statue of Lesseps, c1918-c1939. From an album of postcards

Port Said. - Statue of Ferdinand de Lesseps, c1918-c1939. Creator: Unknown
Port Said. - Statue of Ferdinand de Lesseps, c1918-c1939. From an album of postcards

Port Said. - Lesseps Statue and entrance to the Suez Canal - LL. c1918-c1939. Creator: Unknown
Port Said. - Lesseps Statue and entrance to the Suez Canal - LL. c1918-c1939. From an album of postcards

Port Said. - The entrance to the canal and Offices to the Company, c1918-c1939. From an album of postcards

Port-Said. - General view harbour. - LL. c1918-c1939. Creator: Unknown
Port-Said. - General view harbour. - LL. c1918-c1939. From an album of postcards

M. De Lesseps, c1882. Ferdinand Marie, Vicomte de Lesseps, (1805-1894), French diplomat. From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. IV, by James Grant

Ferdinand de Lesseps, French diplomat and later developer of the Suez Canal, 1893
Ferdinand Marie, Vicomte de Lesseps (1805-1894), French diplomat and later developer of the Suez Canal, 1893. He was also holder of the Legion of Honor

Pacific Entrance to Panama Canal Showing U. S. Submarines, c1920s
Pacific Entrance to Panama Canal Showing US Submarines, c1920s. The idea of building a canal between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans was first planned by the French civil engineer

United States Men-Of-War passing through a lock, Panama Canal, Panama, 1926
United States Men-Of-War passing through a lock, Panama Canal, 1926. The idea of building a canal between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans was first planned by the French civil engineer

A lock on the Panama Canal, Panama, 1926. The idea of building a canal between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans was first planned by the French civil engineer and builder of the Suez Canal

Statue of Ferdinand de Lesseps, Port Said, Egypt, c1920s-c1930s(?). A French diplomat and entrepreneur, de Lesseps (1805-1894)

Ferdinand de Lesseps, 19th century French diplomat and entrepreneur, (1900). De Lesseps (1805-1894) built the Suez Canal to enable shipping to pass between the Mediterranean

View of the Suez Canal, Egypt, 1900. Illustration from The Life and Times of Queen Victoria, by Robert Wilson, Volume IV, Cassell and Company, (London, Paris, New York, Melbourne, 1900)

The Opening of the Suez Canal, Port Said, Egypt, 17 November 1869. The opening of the canal which was designed by French engineer Ferdinand de Lesseps

The inauguration of the Suez Canal, 17 November 1869, (1900). Artist: Edouard Riou
The inauguration of the Suez Canal, 17 November 1869, (1900). Crowds watch the first ships to travel through the canal which was designed by French engineer Ferdinand de Lesseps

Ferdinand de Lesseps, French diplomat and entrepreneur, 1894. Artist: Henri Meyer
Ferdinand de Lesseps, French diplomat and entrepreneur, 1894. De Lesseps (1805-1894) built the Suez Canal to enable shipping to pass between the Mediterranean

An Isthmian Game, 1883. Artist: Joseph Swain
An Isthmian Game, 1883. The Liberal Prime Minister, Gladstone, scratches his head as he tries to keep score during a game of tennis with the Frenchman, M de Lesseps

A Mutual Understanding, 1883. Artist: Joseph Swain
A Mutual Understanding, 1883. The British Lion, clutching a bag of money, is seen negotiating with the foxy M de Lesseps. This relates to an ongoing discussion concerning the Suez Canal

Ferdinand de Lesseps
Ferdinand-Marie de Lesseps, who conceptualized the Suez Canal. Digitally colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Ferdinand Marie, Vicomte De Lesseps, 1805 A

Ferdinand de Lesseps, French engineer
Ferdinand Marie Vicomte de Lesseps (1805-1894), French civil engineer. De Lesseps spent his early career in the diplomatic service before retiring in 1854 to plan the Suez Canal

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Ferdinand de Lesseps, a prominent figure during the French Third Republic (1871-1914), left an indelible mark on history as a visionary entrepreneur and canal builder. Born in 1805, this remarkable man dedicated his life to realizing ambitious projects that would shape the world. In 1859, de Lesseps embarked on his most iconic endeavor – the construction of the Suez Canal in Egypt. This colossal undertaking aimed to connect the Mediterranean Sea with the Red Sea, revolutionizing global trade routes. With unwavering determination and innovative engineering techniques, de Lesseps successfully completed this monumental project in 1869. His achievements did not go unnoticed, as evidenced by various depictions captured throughout his lifetime. A captivating colour lithograph from around 1876 portrays him confidently gazing into the distance, symbolizing his unwavering commitment to progress. Another striking engraving showcases him with a distinguished air befitting his status as a trailblazer. De Lesseps' residence in Ismailia stands as a testament to his legacy. The black-and-white photograph captures its grandeur against an Egyptian backdrop – an enduring reminder of the transformative impact he had on this region. Beyond being known for his accomplishments, Ferdinand de Lesseps was also recognized for his entrepreneurial spirit and dedication to public service. His tireless efforts earned him admiration and respect from people across nations. Sadly, all great stories must come to an end; M Ferdinand de Lesseps passed away in 1894 at age eighty-nine. However, even after his death, he continued to inspire generations through engravings and prints that immortalized him forever. Ferdinand de Lesseps will forever be remembered as a visionary who defied limits and reshaped our world's geography through sheer determination and ingenuity. His contributions continue to resonate today within international commerce and transportation systems worldwide - leaving behind an enduring legacy that will be celebrated for generations to come.