Eure And Loire Collection

Arcades of Notre Dame de Chartres cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France, 1194-1290 (photo)
AIS5361663 Arcades of Notre Dame de Chartres cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France, 1194-1290 (photo); Chartres Cathedral, Chartres, France; (add.info.: Gothic architecture.); © Iberfoto

David and Bathsheba (sculpture)
8617832 David and Bathsheba (sculpture); Cite de l'architecture et du patrimoine, Paris, France; (add.info.: Statues of the northern arm Porshe of the transept. David and Bathsheba)

France, Centre, Eure-et-Loir (28), Chartres: A wedding group in front of the hotel in Chartres
LUX4750542 France, Centre, Eure-et-Loir (28), Chartres: A wedding group in front of the hotel in Chartres, 1900 - City hotel Chartres; (add.info.: France, Centre, Eure-et-Loir (28)

Chartres, France, historical woodcut, circa 1888
UIG5414661 Chartres, France, historical woodcut, circa 1888; UIG

French Religious Wars 1562-1598. Siege of Chartres
535863 French Religious Wars 1562-1598. Siege of Chartres.; (add.info.: French Religious Wars 1562-1598. Siege of Chartres)

Geoffroy, restaurateur des stained glass windows de Chartres - Cathedrale de Chartres, 14th century
LSE4095758 Geoffroy, restaurateur des stained glass windows de Chartres - Cathedrale de Chartres, 14th century by French School, (14th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Geoffroy)

The Life of St Martin of Tours stained glass window - Stained glass window of the Cathedrale de Chartres (ca)
JLJ4642627 The Life of St Martin of Tours stained glass window - Stained glass window of the Cathedrale de Chartres (ca. 1215-1225): detail of the life of Saint Martin de Tours: Top left

The Life of St Martin of Tours stained glass window - Stained glass window of the Cathedrale de Chartres (ca)
JLJ4642618 The Life of St Martin of Tours stained glass window - Stained glass window of the Cathedrale de Chartres (ca. 1215-1225): detail of the life of Saint Martin de Tours: Top in the center

Mgr le duc de Chartres et M le duc de Fitz-James signent le proces-verbal qui constate l arrivee de MM Charles et
5228235 Mgr le duc de Chartres et M le duc de Fitz-James signent le proces-verbal qui constate l arrivee de MM Charles et Robert dans la prairie de Nesles

Oath of Chartres (engraving)
979261 Oath of Chartres (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Oath of Chartres, 1409)

Chartres, the prettiest girls of the region. Postcard sent in 1913
660447 Chartres, the prettiest girls of the region. Postcard sent in 1913. by French Photographer (20th century); Private Collection; © Look and Learn

Chartres, Vue prise sur le pont de la Courtille (colour photo)
2803692 Chartres, Vue prise sur le pont de la Courtille (colour photo) by French Photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chartres, Vue prise sur le pont de la Courtille)

Chartres, Cathedrale Notre-Dame, Facade O (colour photo)
2803691 Chartres, Cathedrale Notre-Dame, Facade O (colour photo) by French Photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chartres, Cathedrale Notre-Dame, Facade O)

Chartres, Porte Guillaume, Vue exterieure a la ville (colour photo)
2803693 Chartres, Porte Guillaume, Vue exterieure a la ville (colour photo) by French Photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chartres, Porte Guillaume)

The French Military Manoeuvres, the Arrival of President Loubet and Ministers at Chartres (b / w photo)
1600200 The French Military Manoeuvres, the Arrival of President Loubet and Ministers at Chartres (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Medieval French stained glass windows: Church of St Denis, Paris; Sainte Chapelle
6001533 Medieval French stained glass windows: Church of St Denis, Paris; Sainte Chapelle, Paris; Chartres Cathedral (colour litho) by German School

Vitraux Peints, de Bourges, d Amiens, de Chartres and de Laon (colour litho)
6020777 Vitraux Peints, de Bourges, d Amiens, de Chartres and de Laon (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Vitraux Peints, de Bourges, d Amiens)

Une salle de l Hotel-Dieu au dix-huitieme siecle, Mgr le ci-devant duc de Chartres, accompague de son gouverneur
963450 Une salle de l Hotel-Dieu au dix-huitieme siecle, Mgr le ci-devant duc de Chartres, accompague de son gouverneur, saignant un malade

Chartres, Eure-Et-Loir, Cathedrale, Porche Ensemble (photo)
1094876 Chartres, Eure-Et-Loir, Cathedrale, Porche Ensemble (photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chartres, Eure-Et-Loir, Cathedrale, Porche Ensemble)

Chartres from the North (colour litho)
669304 Chartres from the North (colour litho) by Marshall, Herbert Menzies (1841-1913) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chartres from the North)

Rambling Sketches, Chartres (engraving)
1602883 Rambling Sketches, Chartres (engraving) by Railton, Herbert (1857-1910) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rambling Sketches, Chartres)

Cage d escalier d un ancien manoir, a Chartres (engraving)
3644500 Cage d escalier d un ancien manoir, a Chartres (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cage d escalier d un ancien manoir, a Chartres)

Chartres (colour litho)
669305 Chartres (colour litho) by Marshall, Herbert Menzies (1841-1913) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chartres)

Rue de la Porte Guillaume, Chartres (colour litho)
669287 Rue de la Porte Guillaume, Chartres (colour litho) by Marshall, Herbert Menzies (1841-1913) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rue de la Porte Guillaume, Chartres)

Queen, of the 5th to 8th century
LLM462473 Queen, of the 5th to 8th century by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Queen, of the 5th to 8th century)

Chocolat Guerin-Boutron trade card, Historic Words series (chromolitho)
963911 Chocolat Guerin-Boutron trade card, Historic Words series (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chocolat Guerin-Boutron trade card)

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"Eure and Loire: A Tapestry of History, Art, and Beauty" Discover the captivating region of Eure and Loire, where history unfolds like a vivid tapestry. From the tumultuous era of the French Revolution to the enchanting stained glass windows that adorn Chartres Cathedral, this land is steeped in stories waiting to be unraveled. In 1789-1799, amidst the winds of change sweeping across France during the French Revolution, Eure and Loire witnessed significant events that shaped its destiny. Louis Philippe Joseph d'Orleans Duke of Chartres played a pivotal role during this period as he navigated through political turmoil. The artistic legacy of Chartres Cathedral shines brightly with Geoffroy's masterful restoration work on its stained glass windows from the 14th century. These intricate creations transport us back in time, allowing us to marvel at their beauty while contemplating their spiritual significance. One such masterpiece is "The Life of St Martin of Tours" stained glass window. Dating back to ca. 1215-1225, it depicts various episodes from Saint Martin's life. In one panel, we witness his bravery as he confronts robbers who have bound him to a tree; in another scene, he ascends to become a sacred bishop. A momentous occasion captured in an engraving is Mgr le duc de Chartres et M le duc de Fitz-James signing the proces-verbal documenting Charles and Robert's arrival in Nesles meadow near Hedouville - an event that left an indelible mark on local history. The Oath of Chartres holds immense historical significance too – depicted powerfully through another engraving – symbolizing unity among revolutionaries committed to bringing about change for all. Beyond its rich heritage lies breathtaking natural beauty. Postcards sent in 1913 hailed Chartres as home to some of the prettiest girls in all the region, a testament to the allure of its landscapes and people.