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French Literature Collection

French literature is a treasure trove of captivating stories and profound wisdom, beautifully captured in various artistic forms

Background imageFrench Literature Collection: Portrait of Marguerite of Navarre, c. 1527. Artist: Clouet, Jean (c. 1485-1541)

Portrait of Marguerite of Navarre, c. 1527. Artist: Clouet, Jean (c. 1485-1541)
Portrait of Marguerite of Navarre, c. 1527. Found in the collection of Walker Art Gallery

Background imageFrench Literature Collection: Illustration from a 1900 edition of fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-1695)

Illustration from a 1900 edition of fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-1695)
5305615 Illustration from a 1900 edition of fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-1695), French fabulist and one of the most widely read French poets of the 17th century

Background imageFrench Literature Collection: Illustration from a 1900 edition of fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-1695)

Illustration from a 1900 edition of fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-1695)
5305614 Illustration from a 1900 edition of fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-1695), French fabulist and one of the most widely read French poets of the 17th century

Background imageFrench Literature Collection: Illustration from a 1900 edition of fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-1695)

Illustration from a 1900 edition of fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-1695)
5305609 Illustration from a 1900 edition of fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-1695), French fabulist and one of the most widely read French poets of the 17th century

Background imageFrench Literature Collection: Illustration from a 1900 edition of fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-1695)

Illustration from a 1900 edition of fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-1695)
5305605 Illustration from a 1900 edition of fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-1695), French fabulist and one of the most widely read French poets of the 17th century

Background imageFrench Literature Collection: Illustration from La Vie Lyonnais by Emmanuel Vingtrinier, 1898. Lithograph by Jean Coulon (fl.1898)

Illustration from La Vie Lyonnais by Emmanuel Vingtrinier, 1898. Lithograph by Jean Coulon (fl.1898)
5305541 Illustration from La Vie Lyonnais by Emmanuel Vingtrinier, 1898. Lithograph by Jean Coulon (fl.1898); (add.info.: Illustration from La Vie Lyonnais by Emmanuel Vingtrinier, 1898)

Background imageFrench Literature Collection: Illustration from La Vie Lyonnais by Emmanuel Vingtrinier, 1898. Lithograph by Jean Coulon (fl.1898)

Illustration from La Vie Lyonnais by Emmanuel Vingtrinier, 1898. Lithograph by Jean Coulon (fl.1898)
5305540 Illustration from La Vie Lyonnais by Emmanuel Vingtrinier, 1898. Lithograph by Jean Coulon (fl.1898); (add.info.: Illustration from La Vie Lyonnais by Emmanuel Vingtrinier, 1898)

Background imageFrench Literature Collection: Illustration from La Vie Lyonnais by Emmanuel Vingtrinier, 1898. Lithograph by Jean Coulon (fl.1898)

Illustration from La Vie Lyonnais by Emmanuel Vingtrinier, 1898. Lithograph by Jean Coulon (fl.1898)
5305537 Illustration from La Vie Lyonnais by Emmanuel Vingtrinier, 1898. Lithograph by Jean Coulon (fl.1898); (add.info.: Illustration from La Vie Lyonnais by Emmanuel Vingtrinier, 1898)

Background imageFrench Literature Collection: Portrait of the author for Jocelyn and La Chute d'un ange 1885 the story written in 1836

Portrait of the author for Jocelyn and La Chute d'un ange 1885 the story written in 1836
5304632 Portrait of the author for Jocelyn and La Chute d'un ange 1885 the story written in 1836, by Alphonse Marie Louis de Prat de Lamartine, Knight of Pratz (1790-1869), French writer

Background imageFrench Literature Collection: Illustration by Jacques Lagniet (1620-1672), from an XVII th century edition of fables by Jean de

Illustration by Jacques Lagniet (1620-1672), from an XVII th century edition of fables by Jean de La Fontaine
5305321 Illustration by Jacques Lagniet (1620-1672), from an XVII th century edition of fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-1695)

Background imageFrench Literature Collection: Illustration by Jacques Lagniet (1620-1672), from an XVII th century edition of fables by Jean de

Illustration by Jacques Lagniet (1620-1672), from an XVII th century edition of fables by Jean de La Fontaine
5305316 Illustration by Jacques Lagniet (1620-1672), from an XVII th century edition of fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-1695)

Background imageFrench Literature Collection: Illustration for No Trifling with Love. by Alfred Louis Charles de Musset

Illustration for No Trifling with Love. by Alfred Louis Charles de Musset
5306387 Illustration for No Trifling with Love. by Alfred Louis Charles de Musset; Universal History Archive/UIG

Background imageFrench Literature Collection: Title page, Illustration from Jocelyn and La Chute d'un ange 1885 written by

Title page, Illustration from Jocelyn and La Chute d'un ange 1885 written by, Knight of Pratz (1790-1869)
5304573 Title page, Illustration from Jocelyn and La Chute d'un ange 1885 written by, Knight of Pratz (1790-1869), French writer

Background imageFrench Literature Collection: Charles Augustin Sainte-Beuve, 1855

Charles Augustin Sainte-Beuve, 1855
1577089 Charles Augustin Sainte-Beuve, 1855; (add.info.: Portrait of Charles Augustin Sainte-Beuve (1804-1869) literary critic of French literature. Dated 1855.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Background imageFrench Literature Collection: Alexandre Dumas the elder, 1840

Alexandre Dumas the elder, 1840
1574708 Alexandre Dumas the elder, 1840; (add.info.: Alexandre Dumas the elder (1802-1870) French playwright and novelist.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Background imageFrench Literature Collection: Illustration for Le Tresor d'Arlatan 1897 Edition, of the novel by Daudet. Illustrations by H.T

Illustration for Le Tresor d'Arlatan 1897 Edition, of the novel by Daudet. Illustrations by H.T
5305504 Illustration for Le Tresor d'Arlatan 1897 Edition, of the novel by Daudet. Illustrations by H.T. LAURENT-DESROUSSEAUX

Background imageFrench Literature Collection: Illustration for Le Tresor d'Arlatan 1897 Edition, of the novel by Daudet. Illustrations by H.T

Illustration for Le Tresor d'Arlatan 1897 Edition, of the novel by Daudet. Illustrations by H.T
5305498 Illustration for Le Tresor d'Arlatan 1897 Edition, of the novel by Daudet. Illustrations by H.T. LAURENT-DESROUSSEAUX

Background imageFrench Literature Collection: Illustration by Jacques Lagniet (1620-1672), from an XVII th century edition of fables by Jean de

Illustration by Jacques Lagniet (1620-1672), from an XVII th century edition of fables by Jean de La Fontaine
5305319 Illustration by Jacques Lagniet (1620-1672), from an XVII th century edition of fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-1695)

Background imageFrench Literature Collection: Illustration from a 1900 edition of fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-1695)

Illustration from a 1900 edition of fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-1695)
5305618 Illustration from a 1900 edition of fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-1695), French fabulist and one of the most widely read French poets of the 17th century

Background imageFrench Literature Collection: Illustration from a 1900 edition of fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-1695)

Illustration from a 1900 edition of fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-1695)
5305612 Illustration from a 1900 edition of fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-1695), French fabulist and one of the most widely read French poets of the 17th century

Background imageFrench Literature Collection: Illustration from a 1900 edition of fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-1695)

Illustration from a 1900 edition of fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-1695)
5305611 Illustration from a 1900 edition of fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-1695), French fabulist and one of the most widely read French poets of the 17th century

Background imageFrench Literature Collection: Illustration from a 1900 edition of fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-1695)

Illustration from a 1900 edition of fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-1695)
5305603 Illustration from a 1900 edition of fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-1695), French fabulist and one of the most widely read French poets of the 17th century

Background imageFrench Literature Collection: Illustration from a 1900 edition of fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-1695)

Illustration from a 1900 edition of fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-1695)
5305601 Illustration from a 1900 edition of fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-1695), French fabulist and one of the most widely read French poets of the 17th century

Background imageFrench Literature Collection: Illustration from a 1900 edition of fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-1695)

Illustration from a 1900 edition of fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-1695)
5305599 Illustration from a 1900 edition of fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-1695), French fabulist and one of the most widely read French poets of the 17th century

Background imageFrench Literature Collection: Illustration from La Vie Lyonnais by Emmanuel Vingtrinier, 1898. Lithograph by Jean Coulon (fl.1898)

Illustration from La Vie Lyonnais by Emmanuel Vingtrinier, 1898. Lithograph by Jean Coulon (fl.1898)
5305539 Illustration from La Vie Lyonnais by Emmanuel Vingtrinier, 1898. Lithograph by Jean Coulon (fl.1898); (add.info.: Illustration from La Vie Lyonnais by Emmanuel Vingtrinier, 1898)

Background imageFrench Literature Collection: Illustration from La Vie Lyonnais by Emmanuel Vingtrinier, 1898. Lithograph by Jean Coulon (fl.1898)

Illustration from La Vie Lyonnais by Emmanuel Vingtrinier, 1898. Lithograph by Jean Coulon (fl.1898)
5305530 Illustration from La Vie Lyonnais by Emmanuel Vingtrinier, 1898. Lithograph by Jean Coulon (fl.1898); (add.info.: Illustration from La Vie Lyonnais by Emmanuel Vingtrinier, 1898)

Background imageFrench Literature Collection: Illustration from La Vie Lyonnais by Emmanuel Vingtrinier, 1898. Lithograph by Jean Coulon (fl.1898)

Illustration from La Vie Lyonnais by Emmanuel Vingtrinier, 1898. Lithograph by Jean Coulon (fl.1898)
5305528 Illustration from La Vie Lyonnais by Emmanuel Vingtrinier, 1898. Lithograph by Jean Coulon (fl.1898); (add.info.: Illustration from La Vie Lyonnais by Emmanuel Vingtrinier, 1898)

Background imageFrench Literature Collection: Illustration from La Vie Lyonnais by Emmanuel Vingtrinier, 1898. Lithograph by Jean Coulon (fl.1898)

Illustration from La Vie Lyonnais by Emmanuel Vingtrinier, 1898. Lithograph by Jean Coulon (fl.1898)
5305527 Illustration from La Vie Lyonnais by Emmanuel Vingtrinier, 1898. Lithograph by Jean Coulon (fl.1898); (add.info.: Illustration from La Vie Lyonnais by Emmanuel Vingtrinier, 1898)

Background imageFrench Literature Collection: Illustration from La Vie Lyonnais by Emmanuel Vingtrinier, 1898. Lithograph by Jean Coulon (fl.1898)

Illustration from La Vie Lyonnais by Emmanuel Vingtrinier, 1898. Lithograph by Jean Coulon (fl.1898)
5305526 Illustration from La Vie Lyonnais by Emmanuel Vingtrinier, 1898. Lithograph by Jean Coulon (fl.1898); (add.info.: Illustration from La Vie Lyonnais by Emmanuel Vingtrinier, 1898)

Background imageFrench Literature Collection: Title page, Illustration from Jocelyn and La Chute d'un ange 1885 written by

Title page, Illustration from Jocelyn and La Chute d'un ange 1885 written by, Knight of Pratz (1790-1869)
5304571 Title page, Illustration from Jocelyn and La Chute d'un ange 1885 written by, Knight of Pratz (1790-1869), French writer

Background imageFrench Literature Collection: Francois-Rene de Chateaubriand

Francois-Rene de Chateaubriand
5308243 Francois-Rene de Chateaubriand.; (add.info.: Portrait of Francois-Rene de Chateaubriand (1768-1848) a French writer, politician, diplomat

Background imageFrench Literature Collection: Paul Verlaine

Paul Verlaine
3078120 Paul Verlaine; (add.info.: Photographic portrait of Paul Verlaine (1844-1896) a French poet. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Background imageFrench Literature Collection: Portrait of Francois-Rene de Chateaubriand

Portrait of Francois-Rene de Chateaubriand
3521644 Portrait of Francois-Rene de Chateaubriand; (add.info.: Portrait of Francois-Rene de Chateaubriand (1768-1848) French writer, politician, diplomat and historian

Background imageFrench Literature Collection: Illustration from a 1900 edition of fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-1695)

Illustration from a 1900 edition of fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-1695)
5305606 Illustration from a 1900 edition of fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-1695), French fabulist and one of the most widely read French poets of the 17th century

Background imageFrench Literature Collection: Alphonse Lamartine, 1840 (litho)

Alphonse Lamartine, 1840 (litho)
1574712 Alphonse Lamartine, 1840 (litho); (add.info.: Alphonse Lamartine (1790-1869) French politician, writer and Romantic poet. Lithograph, Paris, c1840.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Background imageFrench Literature Collection: Illustration from a 1900 edition of fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-1695)

Illustration from a 1900 edition of fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-1695)
5305610 Illustration from a 1900 edition of fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-1695), French fabulist and one of the most widely read French poets of the 17th century

Background imageFrench Literature Collection: Illustration from La Vie Lyonnais by Emmanuel Vingtrinier, 1898. Lithograph by Jean Coulon (fl.1898)

Illustration from La Vie Lyonnais by Emmanuel Vingtrinier, 1898. Lithograph by Jean Coulon (fl.1898)
5305535 Illustration from La Vie Lyonnais by Emmanuel Vingtrinier, 1898. Lithograph by Jean Coulon (fl.1898); (add.info.: Illustration from La Vie Lyonnais by Emmanuel Vingtrinier, 1898)

Background imageFrench Literature Collection: Illustration from La Vie Lyonnais by Emmanuel Vingtrinier, 1898. Lithograph by Jean Coulon (fl.1898)

Illustration from La Vie Lyonnais by Emmanuel Vingtrinier, 1898. Lithograph by Jean Coulon (fl.1898)
5305534 Illustration from La Vie Lyonnais by Emmanuel Vingtrinier, 1898. Lithograph by Jean Coulon (fl.1898); (add.info.: Illustration from La Vie Lyonnais by Emmanuel Vingtrinier, 1898)

Background imageFrench Literature Collection: Title page, Illustration from Jocelyn and La Chute d'un ange 1885 written by

Title page, Illustration from Jocelyn and La Chute d'un ange 1885 written by, Knight of Pratz (1790-1869)
5304568 Title page, Illustration from Jocelyn and La Chute d'un ange 1885 written by, Knight of Pratz (1790-1869), French writer

Background imageFrench Literature Collection: Illustration for Le Tresor d'Arlatan 1897 Edition, of the novel by Daudet. Illustrations by H.T

Illustration for Le Tresor d'Arlatan 1897 Edition, of the novel by Daudet. Illustrations by H.T
5305500 Illustration for Le Tresor d'Arlatan 1897 Edition, of the novel by Daudet. Illustrations by H.T. LAURENT-DESROUSSEAUX

Background imageFrench Literature Collection: Illustration for Le Tresor d'Arlatan 1897 Edition, of the novel by Daudet. Illustrations by H.T

Illustration for Le Tresor d'Arlatan 1897 Edition, of the novel by Daudet. Illustrations by H.T
5305499 Illustration for Le Tresor d'Arlatan 1897 Edition, of the novel by Daudet. Illustrations by H.T. LAURENT-DESROUSSEAUX

Background imageFrench Literature Collection: Illustration by Jacques Lagniet (1620-1672), from an XVII th century edition of fables by Jean de

Illustration by Jacques Lagniet (1620-1672), from an XVII th century edition of fables by Jean de La Fontaine
5305314 Illustration by Jacques Lagniet (1620-1672), from an XVII th century edition of fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-1695)

Background imageFrench Literature Collection: Illustration by Jacques Lagniet (1620-1672), from an XVII th century edition of fables by Jean de

Illustration by Jacques Lagniet (1620-1672), from an XVII th century edition of fables by Jean de La Fontaine
5305309 Illustration by Jacques Lagniet (1620-1672), from an XVII th century edition of fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-1695)

Background imageFrench Literature Collection: Illustration from a 1900 edition of fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-1695)

Illustration from a 1900 edition of fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-1695)
5305613 Illustration from a 1900 edition of fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-1695), French fabulist and one of the most widely read French poets of the 17th century

Background imageFrench Literature Collection: Illustration from a 1900 edition of fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-1695)

Illustration from a 1900 edition of fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-1695)
5305600 Illustration from a 1900 edition of fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-1695), French fabulist and one of the most widely read French poets of the 17th century

Background imageFrench Literature Collection: Illustration from a 1900 edition of fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-1695)

Illustration from a 1900 edition of fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-1695)
5305598 Illustration from a 1900 edition of fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-1695), French fabulist and one of the most widely read French poets of the 17th century

Background imageFrench Literature Collection: Illustration from La Vie Lyonnais by Emmanuel Vingtrinier, 1898. Lithograph by Jean Coulon (fl.1898)

Illustration from La Vie Lyonnais by Emmanuel Vingtrinier, 1898. Lithograph by Jean Coulon (fl.1898)
5305536 Illustration from La Vie Lyonnais by Emmanuel Vingtrinier, 1898. Lithograph by Jean Coulon (fl.1898); (add.info.: Illustration from La Vie Lyonnais by Emmanuel Vingtrinier, 1898)

Background imageFrench Literature Collection: Illustration from La Vie Lyonnais by Emmanuel Vingtrinier, 1898. Lithograph by Jean Coulon (fl.1898)

Illustration from La Vie Lyonnais by Emmanuel Vingtrinier, 1898. Lithograph by Jean Coulon (fl.1898)
5305529 Illustration from La Vie Lyonnais by Emmanuel Vingtrinier, 1898. Lithograph by Jean Coulon (fl.1898); (add.info.: Illustration from La Vie Lyonnais by Emmanuel Vingtrinier, 1898)



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French literature is a treasure trove of captivating stories and profound wisdom, beautifully captured in various artistic forms. From the dramatic depiction of Marie Stuart's final moments to the shocking assassination of Henry IV, these engravings by Etienne Pasquier and Malherbe transport us back to pivotal moments in history. But it is Jean de La Fontaine who truly enchants us with his timeless fables. In "The Wolf Turned Shepherd, " we witness a powerful transformation that reminds us of the potential for change within ourselves. Similarly, "The Man and the Wooden God" warns against misplaced faith, while "The Ass Carrying Relics" satirizes blind devotion. La Fontaine's fables continue to resonate with their universal themes. "The Man and His Image" cautions against vanity, urging us to look beyond our own reflections. Meanwhile, "The Dragon with Many Heads" serves as an allegory for political corruption that remains relevant even today. In this collection of lithographs from La Fontaine's fables, we encounter thought-provoking tales like "Death and the Woodman, " which explores mortality's inevitability. And who can forget "The Lion and the Gnat, " reminding us that strength does not always guarantee victory? "The Bird Wounded by an Arrow" speaks volumes about love's painful consequences while highlighting human vulnerability. On a lighter note, "The Eagle and The Magpie" showcases wit triumphing over arrogance. Finally, we find humor in everyday mishaps through works such as "The Carter in The Mire. " These illustrations remind us that laughter can be found even amidst life's challenges. French literature has gifted humanity with these enchanting narratives brought to life through artistry—stories filled with moral lessons that transcend time and culture. They invite readers into a world where imagination meets wisdom—a world where words become images etched forever on our hearts.