Taunay Collection

Le Tambourin, 1788-94. Creator: Charles-Melchior Descourtis
Le Tambourin, 1788-94

La Noce de Village, 1788-94. Creator: Charles-Melchior Descourtis
La Noce de Village, 1788-94

The Brawl (La Rixe), ca. 1792. Creator: Charles-Melchior Descourtis
The Brawl (La Rixe), ca. 1792

The Billiard Room, after 1810. Creator: Nicolas Antoine Taunay
The Billiard Room, after 1810

On the road to Turin. Private Collection

Entry of the Imperial Guard into Paris at the Barriere de Pantin, 25 November 1807, ca 1808. Found in the collection of Musee de l Histoire de France, Chateau de Versailles

La Rixe, (The Brawl), c1780, (1913). Artist: Charles-Melchior Descourtis
La Rixe, (The Brawl), c1780, (1913). After Nicolas-Antoine Taunay (1755-1830). From French Colour-Prints of the XVIII Century. [William Heinemann, London, 1913]

Le Tambourin, (Tambourine), c1780, (1913). Artist: Charles-Melchior Descourtis
Le Tambourin, (Tambourine), c1780, (1913). After Nicolas-Antoine Taunay (1755-1830). From French Colour-Prints of the XVIII Century. [William Heinemann, London, 1913]

La Foire De Village, (Village Fair), 1785, (1913). Artist: Charles-Melchior Descourtis
La Foire De Village, (Village Fair), 1785, (1913). After Nicolas-Antoine Taunay (1755-1830). From French Colour-Prints of the XVIII Century. [William Heinemann, London, 1913]

The French army crossing the Sierra Guadarrama, Spain, 22nd-24th September 1808 (1882-1884). Napoleons invasion of Spain began in February 1808

Noce de Village, 18th century (1910). Artist: Descourtis
Noce de Village, 18th century (1910). A village wedding. Illustration from The Connoisseur, (August 1910)

Henri IV and his Suite Hunting, ca 1804. Artist: Taunay, Nicolas Antoine (1755-1830)
Henri IV and his Suite Hunting, ca 1804. Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

View of the Villa Medicis, Rome, 1815. Artist: Nicolas Antoine Taunay
View of the Villa Medicis, Rome, 1815. From the Musee des Beaux-Arts, Angers, France

Mass in the country around Rome, late 18th / early 19th century. Artist: Nicolas Antoine Taunay
Mass in the country around Rome, late 18th/early 19th century. From the Musee de la Chartreuse, Douai, France

Boats at Grasmere, Lake District, Cumbria. Date: 1960s

Nicolas Taunay
NICOLAS ANTOINE TAUNAY French artist Date: 1755 - 1830

Charles-Melchior Descourtis after Nicolas Antoine Taunay (French, 1753 - 1820), Noce de Village (Village Wedding), 1785, wash manner and etching, printed in black ink

Open Air Mass in the Roman Countryside. Nicolas Antoine Taunay (1775-1830) French painter. Oil on canvas

View of the Villa Medici Rome 1815. Nicolas Antoine Taunay (1775-1830) French painter. Oil on canvas

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"Exploring the Vibrant World of Taunay: A Journey Through Art and History" Step into the captivating world of Taunay, where art comes alive with vivid colors and dynamic scenes. From Le Tambourin to La Noce de Village, these masterpieces by Charles-Melchior Descourtis transport us back to a time of joyous celebrations and lively village fairs. The artist's skillful brushstrokes capture every detail, immersing us in the bustling atmosphere. In The Brawl (La Rixe), Descourtis portrays a chaotic street scene filled with action and drama, and is as if we can hear the clamor and feel the tension in the air. Similarly, his depiction of The Billiard Room takes us inside a luxurious setting where gentlemen engage in friendly competition, their concentration palpable. Nicolas Antoine Taunay's work also graces this collection, showcasing his talent for capturing landscapes with breathtaking precision. On the road to Turin transports us through winding paths surrounded by majestic mountains, inviting us on an adventure filled with awe-inspiring beauty. The historical significance is not forgotten either; Entry of the Imperial Guard into Paris at Barriere de Pantin offers a glimpse into France's grandeur during Napoleon Bonaparte's reign. This monumental event is immortalized through intricate details that bring history to life before our eyes. As we delve deeper into this exhibition, we encounter more treasures such as La Foire De Village - an enchanting portrayal of rural festivities that captivates our imagination. We are transported to another era where laughter echoes throughout charming villages. Taunay's masterpiece depicting Henri IV and his Suite Hunting showcases his versatility as an artist. With impeccable attention to detail, he captures both regal elegance and nature’s untamed beauty in one frame. Lastly, The French army crossing Sierra Guadarrama reminds us of pivotal moments in history when nations clashed.