Franco Russian Alliance Collection

Partition of China at the time of the Boxer Rebellion, 1900. Private Collection

China - the cake of kings and... of emperors (Caricature), 1898. Artist: Meyer (Reyem), Henri (1844-1899)
China - the cake of kings and... of emperors (Caricature), 1898. Private Collection

Torchlight retreat on Place de l Hotel de Ville. Franco-Russian celebrations, October 1893, 1893. Found in the Collection of the Musee Carnavalet, Paris

Banquet of Russian naval officers at the Town Hall, 1893
Banquet of Russian naval officers at the Town Hall. Franco-Russian celebrations in Paris, October 19, 1893, 1893. Found in the Collection of the Musee Carnavalet, Paris

The alliance (chromolitho)
2817188 The alliance (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The alliance. France and Russia)

A gift to the city of Paris from Tsar Nicholas II of Russia (engraving)
2789462 A gift to the city of Paris from Tsar Nicholas II of Russia (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Almanac for 1898 (colour litho)
2818820 Almanac for 1898 (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Almanac for 1898)

President Loubets visit to Russia, illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
2796070 President Loubets visit to Russia, illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) by Caran d Ache (Emmanuel Poire) (1858-1909) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Colonel Marchand in St Petersburg (colour litho)
2795591 Colonel Marchand in St Petersburg (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Colonel Marchand in St Petersburg)

Tsar Nicholas IIs visit to France (colour litho)
2807685 Tsar Nicholas IIs visit to France (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tsar Nicholas IIs visit to France)

President Faure receiving Prince Urusov, the new Russian Ambassador to France, at the Elysee Palace (colour litho)
2818847 President Faure receiving Prince Urusov, the new Russian Ambassador to France, at the Elysee Palace (colour litho) by French School

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General Pendezecs mission to Russia (colour litho)
2795759 General Pendezecs mission to Russia (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: General Pendezecs mission to Russia. A triumphal welcome in Warsaw)

Grand manoeuvres of the French Army, 1895 (engraving)
2789429 Grand manoeuvres of the French Army, 1895 (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Grand manoeuvres of the French Army, 1895)

Visit of President Loubet of France to Russia (colour litho)
2782290 Visit of President Loubet of France to Russia (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Visit of President Loubet of France to Russia)

President Loubet of France arriving in Russia for a visit (colour litho)
2782288 President Loubet of France arriving in Russia for a visit (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

French naval squadron transporting President Loubet on his visit to Russia leaving Brest (colour litho)
2782287 French naval squadron transporting President Loubet on his visit to Russia leaving Brest (colour litho) by French School

Algerian and Tunisian chiefs providing a guard of honour for Tsar Nicholas II of Russia... (colour litho)
2782243 Algerian and Tunisian chiefs providing a guard of honour for Tsar Nicholas II of Russia... (colour litho) by French School

President Loubets visit to Russia, illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
2796069 President Loubets visit to Russia, illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: President Loubets visit to Russia)

President Loubets visit to Russia, illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
2796068 President Loubets visit to Russia, illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) by Caran d Ache (Emmanuel Poire) (1858-1909) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Reception of Russian General Chertkov at the Gare du Nord, Paris (engraving)
2789316 Reception of Russian General Chertkov at the Gare du Nord, Paris (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Satire on the Franco-Russian alliance. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
2786114 Satire on the Franco-Russian alliance. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) by Iribe, Paul (1883-1935); Private Collection; (add.info)

French Army officer cadets from the Saint-Cyr military academy visiting St Petersburg (colour litho)
2818986 French Army officer cadets from the Saint-Cyr military academy visiting St Petersburg (colour litho) by Meyer, Henri (1841-99) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Lev Pavlovich Urusov, new Russian Ambassador to France (colour litho)
2818822 Lev Pavlovich Urusov, new Russian Ambassador to France (colour litho) by Tofani, Oswaldo (1849-1915) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lev Pavlovich Urusov)

Presentation of a gift from the Empress of Russia at the Palace of the Legion d Honneur, Paris (colour litho)
2782205 Presentation of a gift from the Empress of Russia at the Palace of the Legion d Honneur, Paris (colour litho) by French School

Nicholas II the Peacemaker (colour litho)
2807680 Nicholas II the Peacemaker (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Nicholas II the Peacemaker. The Tsar of Russia visiting France)

A charming episode during the French Presidents meeting with Tsar Nicholas II at Revel (colour litho)
3097030 A charming episode during the French Presidents meeting with Tsar Nicholas II at Revel (colour litho) by French School

In St Petersburg (colour litho)
2795690 In St Petersburg (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: In St Petersburg)

Russian General Mikhail Dragomirov, sent by Tsar Nicholas II to attend the French Armys grand manoeuvres (engraving)
2789421 Russian General Mikhail Dragomirov, sent by Tsar Nicholas II to attend the French Armys grand manoeuvres (engraving) by French School

Tsar Nicholas II of Russia at Reims Cathedral during his visit to France (colour litho)
2807688 Tsar Nicholas II of Russia at Reims Cathedral during his visit to France (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Tsar Nicholas II of Russia arriving at Dunkirk on his visit to France (colour litho)
2807683 Tsar Nicholas II of Russia arriving at Dunkirk on his visit to France (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Visit to France by Tsar Nicholas II and Tsarina Alexandra of Russia (colour litho)
2782238 Visit to France by Tsar Nicholas II and Tsarina Alexandra of Russia (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Glorification of the Campaign in Dahomey (Benin) and Cronstadt (colour litho)
CHT193574 Glorification of the Campaign in Dahomey (Benin) and Cronstadt (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Vive la Russie! Vive la France! The French Fleet visited the Russian naval base at Kronstadt on July Artist: Anonymous
Vive la Russie! Vive la France! The French Fleet visited the Russian naval base at Kronstadt on July 23, 1891, 1892. Private Collection

Visit Russian Russians Fleet Toulon France 1893
The visit of the Russian fleet to Toulon, France in 1893 to reinforce the Franco-Russian Alliance

The arrival of President Loubet in Russia for a state visit, cover of Le Petit Journal
XIR415775 The arrival of President Loubet in Russia for a state visit, cover of Le Petit Journal, 18 May, 1902 (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Musee de La Presse, Paris

The French Flag Entering Abomey, from Le Petit Journal, 10th December 1892
XIR236807 The French Flag Entering Abomey, from Le Petit Journal, 10th December 1892 (coloured engraving) by Meyer, Henri (1844-99); Private Collection; (add.info)

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The Franco-Russian Alliance: A Historic Bond Strengthened by Diplomacy and Celebration In the late 19th century, amidst a rapidly changing global landscape, the Franco-Russian Alliance emerged as a pivotal force in international relations. This alliance, symbolized by numerous significant events and gestures of friendship between France and Russia, laid the foundation for an enduring partnership that would shape history. One such event was the Partition of China during the Boxer Rebellion in 1900. As both nations faced challenges in Asia, their collaboration became crucial to safeguarding their interests. The torchlight retreat on Place de l'Hôtel de Ville showcased their unity and marked a momentous occasion for Franco-Russian celebrations. Throughout this period, banquets held at Town Halls served as platforms for Russian naval officers to forge connections with their French counterparts. These gatherings not only fostered camaraderie but also strengthened diplomatic ties between these two great powers. An iconic representation of this alliance can be found in "The Alliance" chromolitho artwork. Depicting symbols from both nations intertwined harmoniously, it exemplifies the shared values and common goals that brought them together. Tsar Nicholas II's gift to Paris further solidified this bond. An engraving commemorating his generous gesture stands as a testament to the deep appreciation felt by both countries towards one another. Visits played a significant role in strengthening bilateral relations; President Loubet's visit to Russia illustrated through Le Rire's colorful lithograph captures moments of warmth and solidarity shared between leaders during these exchanges. Notable figures like Colonel Marchand visiting St Petersburg or Tsar Nicholas II himself visiting France further emphasized mutual respect and admiration within this alliance. Their visits were met with grand receptions reflecting genuine enthusiasm from both sides. President Faure receiving Prince Urusov at Elysée Palace highlighted ongoing efforts to maintain strong diplomatic ties even after changes in leadership occurred. These ceremonial occasions demonstrated commitment towards a lasting partnership.