Huguenot Collection

Cardinal Richelieu at the Siege of La Rochelle, 1628 (early 20th century). Armand Jean Duplessis, Duc de Richelieu (1585-1642), French prelate and statesman

Hogarth, Four Times of the Day, Noon
Hogarth, Four Times of the Day, 2. Noon. A group of Huguenots attend the French Church in Hog Lane, London (right), opposite an eating house and a group of disreputable people (left)

French Religious Wars 1562-1598. Siege of Poitiers 24 July-7 September 1569. Huguenots under Gaspard de Coligny (1519-1572)

Home of a Spitalfields weaver
Interior of a Huguenot silk weavers home in Spitalfields, London, showing the weaver hard at work at his loom, while other members of the family work on frames and spools

Salomon de Caus
5308249 Salomon de Caus.; (add.info.: Portrait of Salomon de Caus (1576-1626) a French Huguenot engineer, once credited with the development of the steam engine. Dated 19th century

"First Day o Sunday School", US Baptist religious school. 19th century (engraving)
FGL5462776 "First Day o Sunday School", US Baptist religious school. 19th century (engraving); (add.info.: A kindergarten teacher from the "First Day o Sunday School")

Church Reform: Pastor Martin Luther (1483-1546) and Czech Reformer Jan Hus (or John Huss)
FGL5484278 Church Reform: Pastor Martin Luther (1483-1546) and Czech Reformer Jan Hus (or John Huss, 1371-1415) serve Bread and Wine during the 16th Century Engraving Communion; Fototeca Gilardi.

Portrait of Philip Melanchthon (1497-1560),, 16th century (oil on canvas)
FIA5407977 Portrait of Philip Melanchthon (1497-1560),, 16th century (oil on canvas); 60x51 cm; National Museum, Stockholm, Sweden; (add.info.: Anonymous . Oil on canvas. Dimension : 60x51 cm)

Duke Charles insulting the Corpse of his Enemy Fleming (litho)
8661094 Duke Charles insulting the Corpse of his Enemy Fleming (litho) by Edelfelt, Albert Gustaf Aristides (1854-1905) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Pierre Viret, Swiss Protestant theologian and reformer (engraving)
8673141 Pierre Viret, Swiss Protestant theologian and reformer (engraving) by Swiss School, (19th Century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pierre Viret (c1509-1571)

Henry IV, King of France (coloured engraving)
8672815 Henry IV, King of France (coloured engraving) by Robida, Albert (1848-1926); Private Collection; (add.info.: Henry IV)

Johannes Aepinus, German Lutheran thelogian, the first Superintendent of Hamburg in the 16th century, 1866 (engraving)
UTD4920287 Johannes Aepinus, German Lutheran thelogian, the first Superintendent of Hamburg in the 16th century, 1866 (engraving); (add.info.: Johann Hoeck (1499-1553) - Johannes Aepinus

Martin Luther (by Lukas Cranach), portrait, German theologian and Reformer, 1881 (engraving)
UTD4915898 Martin Luther (by Lukas Cranach), portrait, German theologian and Reformer, 1881 (engraving); (add.info.: Martin Luther (by Lukas Cranach), portrait, German theologian and Reformer

John (Jean) Calvin, French theologian, pastor and reformer, 1881 (engraving)
UTD4916298 John (Jean) Calvin, French theologian, pastor and reformer, 1881 (engraving); (add.info.: John (Jean) Calvin, French theologian, pastor and reformer

Sir Thomas More, English lawyer, author, statesman and Roman Catholic martyrs, 1881 (engraving)
UTD4916063 Sir Thomas More, English lawyer, author, statesman and Roman Catholic martyrs, 1881 (engraving); (add.info.: Sir Thomas More, English lawyer, author, statesman and Roman Catholic martyrs)

Man & women talking in a bow pew, 1869
3479567 Man & women talking in a bow pew, 1869; (add.info.: Box pew is a type of church pew that is encased in panelling and was prevalent in England)

Two old gentlemen in their Bow pew, 1875
3479566 Two old gentlemen in their Bow pew, 1875; (add.info.: Two old gentlemen in their Bow pew. Box pew is a type of church pew that is encased in panelling and was prevalent in England)

French Religious Wars 1562-1598. Battle of Montcontour 3 October 1569
535872 French Religious Wars 1562-1598. Battle of Montcontour 3 October 1569.; (add.info.: French Religious Wars 1562-1598. Battle of Montcontour 3 October 1569)

French Religious Wars 1562-1598. Siege of Poitiers 24 July-7 September 1569
535867 French Religious Wars 1562-1598. Siege of Poitiers 24 July-7 September 1569.; (add.info.: French Religious Wars 1562-1598. Siege of Poitiers 24 July-7 September 1569)

Persecution of Protestants in France under Henry II (1547-1559). Huguenot smith arrested for refusing to attend Mass
865380 Persecution of Protestants in France under Henry II (1547-1559). Huguenot smith arrested for refusing to attend Mass and working on a saint's day

Henry II of France, 16th century (engraving)
7293512 Henry II of France, 16th century (engraving); (add.info.: History. France. King Henry II of France and the devil. Caricature on his reign and the growth of protestant reformation in France)

History. France. Henri IV of France enters in Paris. Illustration in: Belles images d'histoire (schoolbook) , by H
3434657 History. France. Henri IV of France enters in Paris. Illustration in: Belles images d'histoire (schoolbook) , by H. Geron, France, c.1948 Coll. Part. (print); (add.info.: France)

Martin Luther together with his family in front of the Christmas tree (engraving)
UTD4915952 Martin Luther together with his family in front of the Christmas tree (engraving); (add.info.: Luthers pleasure of winter time (original text)

Huldreich (Ulrich) Zwingli (1484-1531), by Holbein, 1881 (engraving)
UTD4916122 Huldreich (Ulrich) Zwingli (1484-1531), by Holbein, 1881 (engraving); (add.info.: Huldreich (Ulrich) Zwingli (1484-1531), by Holbein, theologian from Switzerland

Philipp Melanchthon (1497-1560), German Lutheran Reformer, 1881 (engraving)
UTD4915986 Philipp Melanchthon (1497-1560), German Lutheran Reformer, 1881 (engraving); (add.info.: Philipp Melanchthon (1497-1560), German Lutheran Reformer

Thomas Cranmer (1489-1556), Archbishop of Canterbury, English Reformer, 1881 (engraving)
UTD4916276 Thomas Cranmer (1489-1556), Archbishop of Canterbury, English Reformer, 1881 (engraving); (add.info.: Thomas Cranmer (1489-1556), Archbishop of Canterbury, English Reformer

Germany, Rhineland-Palatinate, Worms, memorial of Martin Luther, 1862 (engraving)
UTD4916036 Germany, Rhineland-Palatinate, Worms, memorial of Martin Luther, 1862 (engraving); (add.info.: Germany, Rhineland-Palatinate, Worms, memorial of Martin Luther)

Friedrich Daniel Schleiermacher (1768-1834), German theologian and philosopher, image by Carl Mayer Nuernberg
UTD4919318 Friedrich Daniel Schleiermacher (1768-1834), German theologian and philosopher, image by Carl Mayer Nuernberg, published by C. A

Franz Volkmar Reinhard (1753-1812), German Protestant theologian, first preacher in Dresden
UTD4919012 Franz Volkmar Reinhard (1753-1812), German Protestant theologian, first preacher in Dresden, steel engraving by Carl Mayer , Nuremberg , published by C. A

Spitalfields silk workers winding and reeling silk , London, England, late 19th century
541920 Spitalfields silk workers winding and reeling silk , London, England, late 19th century. This enclave of the silk industry was founded by Huguenot refugees from France after Louis XIV's

The Sack of Magdeburg on 20 May 1631 (engraving)
7261255 The Sack of Magdeburg on 20 May 1631 (engraving); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Sack of Magdeburg, aka Magdeburg's Wedding or Magdeburg's Sacrifice)

John Calvin on his deathbed
3329504 John Calvin on his deathbed; (add.info.: Illustration of John Calvin (1509-1564) an influential French theologian and pastor during the Protestant Reformation on his deathbed

Christian Krumbholtz (1665-1714), main pastor of St. Peter Yens Church in Hamburg, 1866 (engraving)
UTD4920192 Christian Krumbholtz (1665-1714), main pastor of St. Peter Yens Church in Hamburg, 1866 (engraving); (add.info.: Christian Krumbholtz (1665-1714), main pastor of St

Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Wittenberg, Luther memorial, 1862 (engraving)
UTD4916000 Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Wittenberg, Luther memorial, 1862 (engraving); (add.info.: Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Wittenberg, Luther memorial)

A family sat in a box pew in 1882, 1882
3479564 A family sat in a box pew in 1882, 1882; (add.info.: A family sat in a box pew in 1882. Box pew is a type of church pew that is encased in panelling and was prevalent in England)

Religion. Catholic Religion.Creation of the Compagnie du Saint Sacrement (Company of the Blessed Sacrament)
3434577 Religion. Catholic Religion.Creation of the Compagnie du Saint Sacrement (Company of the Blessed Sacrament). Poster, France, c.1630 (poster); (add.info.: Religion. Religion Catholique. Coll)

Art. The french craftsman Bernard Palissy. Engraving in: Grands hommes et grands faits de l'industrie, France
3434711 Art. The french craftsman Bernard Palissy. Engraving in: Grands hommes et grands faits de l'industrie, France, vers 1880 (engraving); (add.info.: Art. Coll. Part. Art)

Portrait of John Bunyan, 1832 (engraving)
864189 Portrait of John Bunyan, 1832 (engraving); (add.info.: John Bunyan (1628-1688) English Puritan preacher. Author of "The Pilgrim's Progress" (London, 1678)

French Religious Wars 1562-1598. Battle of Montcontour 3 October 1569
535869 French Religious Wars 1562-1598. Battle of Montcontour 3 October 1569.; (add.info.: French Religious Wars 1562-1598. Battle of Montcontour 3 October 1569)

Theodore Beza, French Calvinist theologian and reformer (engraving)
8673022 Theodore Beza, French Calvinist theologian and reformer (engraving) by Swiss School, (19th Century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Theodore Beza (1519-1605)

William Farel, French Protestant reformer (engraving)
8673015 William Farel, French Protestant reformer (engraving) by Swiss School, (19th Century); Private Collection; (add.info.: William Farel (1489-1565)

Anne Dubourg accused before Henry II, 1559 (litho)
8661240 Anne Dubourg accused before Henry II, 1559 (litho) by Laurens, Jean Paul (1838-1921) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Anne Dubourg accused before Henry II, 1559)

Martin Luther and Katharina von Bora, c.1550
7293483 Martin Luther and Katharina von Bora, c.1550; (add.info.: Religion. Protestant Reformation. Martin Luther and his wife Katharina von Bora)

King Louis XVI of France giving the Edict of Versailles, 1787., 1789 (engraving)
7234846 King Louis XVI of France giving the Edict of Versailles, 1787., 1789 (engraving); Private Collection; (add.info.: King Louis XVI of France giving the Edict of Versailles)

Protestant reform, a German illustration that denounces the exces and corruption of the Catholic Church
AIS5344263 Protestant reform, a German illustration that denounces the exces and corruption of the Catholic Church. Etching from 1538.; Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; © Iberfoto.

SULLY, Maximilian of Bethune, duke of (1560-1641). English statesman. Etching. SPAIN. CATALONIA. Barcelona
CUL4851107 SULLY, Maximilian of Bethune, duke of (1560-1641). English statesman. Etching. SPAIN. CATALONIA. Barcelona. Biblioteca de Catalunya (National Library of Catalonia)

John Knox (1505-1572), Scottish Reformer, theologian and founder of the Presbyterian Church of Scotland
UTD4916249 John Knox (1505-1572), Scottish Reformer, theologian and founder of the Presbyterian Church of Scotland, 1881 (engraving); (add.info.: John Knox (1505-1572), Scottish Reformer

Religion. Protestantism. The religious philosopher Jan Hus at the Council of Constance, 1415 Postcard, Czechoslovakia
3434149 Religion. Protestantism. The religious philosopher Jan Hus at the Council of Constance, 1415 Postcard, Czechoslovakia, c.1900 (postcard); (add.info.: Religion. Coll. Part. Religion)

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"Huguenots: A Tapestry of History and Resilience" Step into the world of the Huguenots, a group whose story is woven with threads of art, religion, and perseverance. From William Hogarth's iconic "Four Times of the Day" series, we find ourselves immersed in "Noon, " where bustling streets come alive with life and activity. In this vibrant scene, hidden within Spitalfields' humble abode, lies the home of a skilled weaver. Here, intricate patterns are meticulously crafted by Huguenot hands - a testament to their craftsmanship and contribution to London's textile industry. But beyond these artistic endeavors lies a deeper history. The Huguenots were French Protestants who endured religious wars during 1562-1598. Their resilience shines through as they faced sieges like that of Poitiers in 1569 or Cardinal Richelieu at La Rochelle in 1628. Across time and space, artists captured glimpses into their lives. Philippe Mercier's painting "A Girl Knitting" showcases domestic tranquility amidst turmoil – an ode to the quiet strength found within Huguenot households. Hogarth returns once more with his masterpiece "Noon, " depicting scenes from everyday life interwoven with historical events such as those involving the Huguenots. This artwork serves as a reminder that even amidst chaos, life continues its rhythm. Cardinal Richelieu at La Rochelle makes another appearance but this time through an early 20th-century portrayal – bridging past and present while honoring his role during turbulent times for the Huguenots. The influence of Martin Luther cannot be overlooked either; he introduced German Protestant hymns which resonated deeply among his followers including Jan Uytenbogaert portrayed in a captivating etching from 1635. Another engraving depicts Luther defiantly refusing indulgences while Johann Tetzel, a symbol of corruption, burns Luther's writings.