Ouest Collection

MONTPARNASSE ACCIDENT
At Mont Parnasse terminus of the Chemin de Fer de l'Ouest, the Granville train crashes through the buffers and into the street, killing a poor woman selling newspapers Date: 1895

Sncaso Sud-Ouest M. 2
Sncaso Sud-Ouest M.2 Date: 1950s

La Commune de Paris, Le Fort D Issy, Mars 1871, Vue panoramique, Cote ouest (b / w photo)
5202301 La Commune de Paris, Le Fort D Issy, Mars 1871, Vue panoramique, Cote ouest (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Le Fort D Issy, Mars 1871)

View of the tympanum depicting the Madonna and Child Enthroned
XIR174175 View of the tympanum depicting the Madonna and Child Enthroned, South Door of the Royal Portal, c.1145-50 (stone) by French School, (12th century); Chartres Cathedral, Chartres

Restitution des facades nord-ouest du Louvre, vers 1610 (engraving)
963000 Restitution des facades nord-ouest du Louvre, vers 1610 (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Restitution des facades nord-ouest du Louvre, vers 1610)

The Coronation and the Dormition of the Virgin, from the left tympanum of the west facade
NUL262959 The Coronation and the Dormition of the Virgin, from the left tympanum of the west facade (stone) by French School, (13th century); Poitiers Cathedral, Poitiers

Eglise des Bernardins, fac-simile d une gravure de I Sylvestre, 1650, cote nord-ouest (engraving)
963399 Eglise des Bernardins, fac-simile d une gravure de I Sylvestre, 1650, cote nord-ouest (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Eglise des Bernardins)

View of the west facade, 10th-11th century (photo)
XIR203295 View of the west facade, 10th-11th century (photo) by French School; Abbey of Saint-Philibert, Tournus, France; French, out of copyright

Batignolles Tunnel and railway, Paris, France
Batignolles Tunnel, railway line and cutting, Chemin de Fer de lOuest, 17th arrondissement, Paris, France. Date: circa 1905

View of the west facade, 13th-15th century (photo)
XIR229512 View of the west facade, 13th-15th century (photo) by French School; Tours Cathedral, France; French, out of copyright

Alexandria, Egypt - Boats moored in the West Bay. Date: circa 1907

Sack of Puerto Principe, Hispaniola, by Captain Morgan, 1667 (c1880). Born in Wales, Henry Morgan (1635-1688) was a notorious pirate and buccaneer who

Port-Au-Prince, Haiti, c1890. Artist: A Kohl
Port-Au-Prince, Haiti, c1890. From Universal Geography, Maps & Illustrations, Vol XXXIV, Virtue & Co Limited, (London, c1890)

Port-au-Prince, Haiti, 1926. As seen from the Cathedral Tower. From An Outline of Christianity, The Story of Our Civilisation, volume 5: Christianity Today and Tomorrow

The market place, Port-au-Prince, Haiti, 1926. From An Outline of Christianity, The Story of Our Civilisation, volume 5: Christianity Today and Tomorrow, edited by RG Parsons and AS Peake

Tropical building, Port-au-Prince, Haiti, 19th century. Artist: Vuillier
Tropical building, Port-au-Prince, Haiti, 19th century

Port-au-Prince, Haiti, 1873. From Santo Domingo: past and present, with a glance at Hayti, by Samuel Hazard, 1873

Rouen Cathedral, West Facade, Sunlight, 1894 (oil on canvas)
XOS741891 Rouen Cathedral, West Facade, Sunlight, 1894 (oil on canvas) by Monet, Claude (1840-1926); 100.1 x 65.8 cm; National Gallery of Art, Washington DC, USA; French, out of copyright

Porte de la France - Turckheim, Colmar, Alsace, France
Porte de la France (Porte d entree Ouest) entering Turckheim, a town in the Gewurztraminer wine region west of Colmar in Alsace - note the stork nest/platform on the top! Date: circa 1910s

Timgad - Arch of Triumph de Trajan cote nord ouest. Remains of Roman Arch of Trajan at Thamugadi (Timgad), Algeria. Date between 1860 and 1900. Timgad - Arch of Triumph de Trajan cote nord ouest

Belgium - West Street in Blankenberghe
Belgium - West Street (Rue de L Ouest / De Westraat) in Blankenberghe Date: circa 1910s

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"Exploring the West: A Journey through History and Landscapes" Step into the captivating world of "ouest, " where history, architecture, and breathtaking panoramas converge. From the tragic Montparnasse Accident to the tumultuous events of La Commune de Paris in 1871, this region has witnessed both triumphs and tribulations. Marvel at the panoramic view from Le Fort D'Issy in Mars 1871, capturing a moment frozen in time. The black-and-white photo transports us back to an era when life unfolded amidst these historic walls. Delve into artistic treasures as you gaze upon the tympanum depicting Madonna and Child Enthroned. This masterpiece evokes a sense of serenity and reverence that transcends centuries. Witness history's restoration with a glimpse of facades north-west of Louvre around 1610. An engraving brings to life this architectural transformation, showcasing meticulous craftsmanship that echoes through time. Immerse yourself in religious heritage as you explore Eglise des Bernardins through I Sylvestre's engraved replica from 1650. Let your imagination wander as you envision worshippers seeking solace within these sacred walls. Travel further back in time with a mesmerizing photo capturing the west facade dating back to the 10th-11th century. Feel awe-inspired by its grandeur and marvel at how it has stood against the test of time. Experience innovation with glimpses into modern transportation like Britten-Norman BN-2A Islander G-AXVP or Sncaso Sud-Ouest M. 2 aircrafts soaring across skies above Batignolles Tunnel and railway in Paris, France. Conclude your journey by admiring another stunning photograph showcasing the west facade between the 13th-15th century—a testament to architectural brilliance spanning generations.