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Harfleur Collection

Harfleur, a charming town located in Normandy, France, has a rich history that is beautifully depicted through various artworks and engravings

Background imageHarfleur Collection: Avenue, Harfleur

Avenue, Harfleur
An etching of an avenue in Harfleur, a commune in the Seine-Maritime department in the Normandy region of northern France. A man and woman stand, conversing on the left, with their dog

Background imageHarfleur Collection: Remains of the Walls of Harfleur, with the Church of St Martin in the distance (engraving)

Remains of the Walls of Harfleur, with the Church of St Martin in the distance (engraving)
7192278 Remains of the Walls of Harfleur, with the Church of St Martin in the distance (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Remains of the Walls of Harfleur)

Background imageHarfleur Collection: View of Harfleur, Normandy, France, where the Siege of Harfleur took place from 18 August

View of Harfleur, Normandy, France, where the Siege of Harfleur took place from 18 August to 22 September 1415, part of the Hundred Years War (1337-1453). The town surrendered to King Henry V

Background imageHarfleur Collection: Church at Harfleur, Normandy (engraving)

Church at Harfleur, Normandy (engraving)
5213154 Church at Harfleur, Normandy (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Church at Harfleur, Normandy)

Background imageHarfleur Collection: King Henry V, before Harfleur (engraving)

King Henry V, before Harfleur (engraving)
976556 King Henry V, before Harfleur (engraving) by Westall, Richard (1765-1836) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: King Henry V, before Harfleur)

Background imageHarfleur Collection: The English before Harfleur (engraving)

The English before Harfleur (engraving)
664436 The English before Harfleur (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The English before Harfleur)

Background imageHarfleur Collection: Beach scene, possibly Harfleur, 1888-95 (oil on paper laid down on board)

Beach scene, possibly Harfleur, 1888-95 (oil on paper laid down on board)
5938144 Beach scene, possibly Harfleur, 1888-95 (oil on paper laid down on board) by Boudin, Eugene Louis (1824-98); 15x 22.3 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge

Background imageHarfleur Collection: Illustration for Shakespeares King Henry V (engraving)

Illustration for Shakespeares King Henry V (engraving)
725295 Illustration for Shakespeares King Henry V (engraving) by Robinson, Charles (1870-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for Shakespeares King Henry V)

Background imageHarfleur Collection: Dans le Port d Harfleur (In the Port of Harfleur) (colour litho)

Dans le Port d Harfleur (In the Port of Harfleur) (colour litho)
3099022 Dans le Port d Harfleur (In the Port of Harfleur) (colour litho) by Helleu, Paul Cesar (1859-1927) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dans le Port d Harfleur (In the Port of Harfleur)

Background imageHarfleur Collection: View over the Estuary, Harfleur, 1903 (oil on canvas)

View over the Estuary, Harfleur, 1903 (oil on canvas)
1217652 View over the Estuary, Harfleur, 1903 (oil on canvas) by Pissarro, Lucien (1863-1944); 45x55 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; eAshmolean Museum; French, out of copyright

Background imageHarfleur Collection: King Henry V (1387-14220), before Harfleur, 19th century. Artist: Richard Westall

King Henry V (1387-14220), before Harfleur, 19th century. Artist: Richard Westall
King Henry V (1387-14220), before Harfleur, 19th century. Henry V reigned as King of England from 1413 to 1422. He was son of Henry of Bolingbroke, later Henry IV, and Mary de Bohun

Background imageHarfleur Collection: King Charles Vii, Upon Quitting Rouen, Sets Out To Besiege The Town Of Harfleur

King Charles Vii, Upon Quitting Rouen, Sets Out To Besiege The Town Of Harfleur. After A Miniature From The 15Th Century Manuscript Chroniques De Monstrelet

Background imageHarfleur Collection: harfleur, station, opening, rouen and havre, train, transport, travel, track, transportation

harfleur, station, opening, rouen and havre, train, transport, travel, track, transportation
Harfleur; the station; opening of the Rouen and Havre railway; France; 1847

Background imageHarfleur Collection: Henry V. Receiving the Keys of Harfleur

Henry V. Receiving the Keys of Harfleur

Background imageHarfleur Collection: The English before Harfleur

The English before Harfleur

Background imageHarfleur Collection: King Henrys forces at the siege of Harfleur, France, 1890 (litho)

King Henrys forces at the siege of Harfleur, France, 1890 (litho)
KW428113 King Henrys forces at the siege of Harfleur, France, 1890 (litho) by Gilbert, John (1817-97); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageHarfleur Collection: SHAKESPEARE: HENRY V. Once more unto the breach, dear friends, once more

SHAKESPEARE: HENRY V. Once more unto the breach, dear friends, once more
SHAKESPEARE: HENRY V. " Once more unto the breach, dear friends, once more" : King Henry V of England exhorts his troops to attack the city of Harfleur

Background imageHarfleur Collection: Siege of a French town in the 100 Years War

Siege of a French town in the 100 Years War
Charles VII of France besieges the town of Harfleur, held by the English, Hundred Years War. Hand-colored woodcut reproduction of a medieval illustration

Background imageHarfleur Collection: France Harfleur

France Harfleur
(Seine-Inferieure) street scene


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Harfleur, a charming town located in Normandy, France, has a rich history that is beautifully depicted through various artworks and engravings. As you stroll down the Avenue of Harfleur, you can't help but be captivated by the remains of its ancient walls. In the distance stands the magnificent Church of St Martin, an architectural marvel that adds to the town's allure. One engraving transports us back to the Siege in 18 August when this very place witnessed intense battles. King Henry V himself stood before these walls, determined to conquer this strategic stronghold. The English troops were captured in another engraving as they prepared for their assault on Harfleur. The coastal beauty of it is well-documented. An oil painting from 1888-95 captures a serene beach scene believed to be from this picturesque town. Shakespeare's play "King Henry V" comes alive with an illustration depicting scenes set in Harfleur. "Dans le Port d'Harfleur, " a vibrant lithograph, showcases life within its bustling port - boats sailing amidst colorful buildings and lively activity. A breathtaking view over the estuary painted in 1903 reveals how nature seamlessly blends with urban charm here. Even during the 19th century, artists like Richard Westall immortalized King Henry V standing resolute before Harfleur through their masterful brushstrokes. Not only known for its historical significance but also for progress and connectivity; an engraving commemorates the opening of Rouen and Havre Railway which brought new opportunities to this thriving town. Harfleur continues to enchant visitors with its blend of history and natural beauty – where remnants of ancient walls stand tall alongside stunning churches and captivating coastal landscapes.