Voeux Collection

Portraits of Captain Sir John Franklin, and his Crew (engraving)
1102231 Portraits of Captain Sir John Franklin, and his Crew (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Portraits of Captain Sir John Franklin, and his Crew)

Grave effigy of Berthold VI von Henneberg, died 1330
Grave effigy of Berthold VI von Henneberg, Prior of the Order of Saint John or Johanniter-Ordens, died 1330. Chromolithograph from Hefner-Altenecks Costumes

Les boudins de Gripandouille - Lithography, from Theatre des marionnettes du jardin des Tuileries
LSE4088961 Les boudins de Gripandouille - Lithography, from Theatre des marionnettes du jardin des Tuileries, text and drawing by Louis Edmond Duranty (1833-1880), Paris, 1863 by Duranty

De Voeux Road, Central, Hong Kong
Vintage c.1920s photograph: De Voeux Raod, Central, Hong Kong

Scenes from an illuminated manuscript of Les Voeux du Paon
Knights in battle watched by ladies in a castle, and a lady bringing a roasted peacock to a banquet table, and a helm, 14th century

French knights and ladies in front of a castle, 14th century. From an illuminated manuscript of the epic poem Les Voeux du Paon by Jacques de Longuyon

JUpiter and the passenger (Jupiter et le passager) - Fables by La Fontaine
DUV4215055 JUpiter and the passenger (Jupiter et le passager) - Fables by La Fontaine, 19th century (engraving) by Grandville (Jean Ignace Isidore Gerard) (1803-47); Private Collection; (add.info)

The wishes (les souhaits) - Fables by La Fontaine, 19th century (engraving)
DUV4214769 The wishes (les souhaits) - Fables by La Fontaine, 19th century (engraving) by Grandville (Jean Ignace Isidore Gerard) (1803-47); Private Collection; (add.info)

Sophia Lady Des Voeux
SOPHIA CATHERINE, lady DES VOEUX (nee Gresley) wife of sir Henry Des Voeux Date: ? - 1875

Elizabeth Ii-Commonwealth
The Queen Elizabeth II, wearing a strapless evening gown, makes her Christmas broadcoast to the peoples of the British Commonwealth, 31 December 1953 from Government House, Auckland. / AFP PHOTO

L Esperance en traversant l espace vous portera mes plus douces pensees et mes meilleurs voeux. Collecting card shows balloon L Esperance flying over a landscape with two birds carrying a flower

Hong Kong - Des Voeux Road

Hong Kong Street Scene
The European end of Des Voeux Road, Hong Kong, with a man carring a heavy load on his shoulders and tram cars passing by

Franklin & his Crew
Franklin and his officers: L to R: Couch (Mate), Fairholme, Osmer (Purser), des Voeux (Mate), Crozier, Franklin and Fitzjames

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"Voeux: A Journey Through Time and Art" Step into the world of "voeux, " where wishes, history, and art intertwine. From the portraits of Captain Sir John Franklin and his courageous crew to the enchanting lithography of Les Boudins de Gripandouille, this captivating collection takes you on a visual voyage. Immerse yourself in De Voeux Road, Central, Hong Kong - a bustling street that echoes with the stories of its past. Marvel at Gunther XXI von Schwarzburg, King of Germany's regal presence captured in time. Delve into scenes from an illuminated manuscript of Les Voeux du Paon, where mythical creatures dance across pages. Discover the grave effigy of Berthold VI von Henneberg - a solemn reminder of mortality amidst grandeur. Witness French knights and ladies standing proudly before a majestic castle during the 14th century. Transport yourself to Italy through a charming Carte de voeux for Noel in 1893 - an exquisite expression of seasonal greetings. Explore La Fontaine's fables as Jupiter encounters a curious passenger or delve into The Wishes engraved within poetic verses. Meet Sophia Lady Des Voeux - her elegance immortalized by brushstrokes capturing her timeless beauty. Finally, marvel at Germain Pilon's monument containing Henry IV and Catherine de Medici's heartfelt desires for peace and prosperity. In this diverse tapestry woven with images from different eras and cultures, "voeux" becomes more than just words; it becomes an artistic journey through time itself. Let these captivating glimpses ignite your imagination as you ponder upon their hidden meanings and embrace the power held within each wish expressed throughout history.