Burghers Of Calais Collection

The Burghers of Calais, statue by Rodin, in front of the Town Hall, Calais, Pas-de-Calais, Picardie (Picardy), France, Europe

Burghers of Calais in front of Edward III in 1346, Epinal Picture 19th century (engraving)
ELD4927045 Burghers of Calais in front of Edward III in 1346, Epinal Picture 19th century (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Queen Philippa interceding for the Burghers of Calais in 1347 (engraving)
3783292 Queen Philippa interceding for the Burghers of Calais in 1347 (engraving); (add.info.: Queen Philippa interceding for the Burghers of Calais')

Queen Philippa interceding for the Burghers of Calais in 1347 (print)
3783846 Queen Philippa interceding for the Burghers of Calais in 1347 (print); (add.info.: Queen Philippa interceding for the Burghers of Calais')

A Burgher of Calais (Jean d Aire), modeled 1889. Creator: Auguste Rodin
A Burgher of Calais (Jean d Aire), modeled 1889

Sortie des six Bourgeois de Calais. The six Burghers of Calais leaving the town, 1347 (engraving)
6029309 Sortie des six Bourgeois de Calais. The six Burghers of Calais leaving the town, 1347 (engraving) by Delort, Charles Edouard (1841-95); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Surrender of Calais, engraved by A. Smith, illustration from David Humes
STC429666 The Surrender of Calais, engraved by A. Smith, illustration from David Humes The History of England, pub. by R. Bowyer, London, 1812 (engraving) by Smirke

Queen Philippa interceding for the Burghers of Calais (engraving)
2793263 Queen Philippa interceding for the Burghers of Calais (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Queen Philippa interceding for the Burghers of Calais)

Edward III at Calais, illustration from A History of England by C. R. L
STC373473 Edward III at Calais, illustration from A History of England by C.R.L. Fletcher and Rudyard Kipling, 1911 (colour litho) by Ford

The burghers of Calais
LLM455277 The burghers of Calais by Lix, Frederic Theodore (1830-97) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The burghers of Calais)

A patriotic episode: the six Burghers of Calais leaving the town (engraving)
2789377 A patriotic episode: the six Burghers of Calais leaving the town (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A patriotic episode)

Queen Philippa interceding with Edward III, for the Six Burgesses of Calais
3075749 Queen Philippa interceding with Edward III, for the Six Burgesses of Calais, from The Comic History of England, pub

Queen Philippa interceding for the Burghesses of Calais
STC385261 Queen Philippa interceding for the Burghesses of Calais, illustration from Cassells Illustrated History of England (engraving) (sepia photo) by English School

Queen Philippa at the feet of the King (engraving)
966120 Queen Philippa at the feet of the King (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Queen Philippa at the feet of the King)

Eustache de Saint Pierre (chromolitho)
667075 Eustache de Saint Pierre (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Eustache de Saint Pierre)

A Close Call for the six citizens of Calais (engraving)
1090821 A Close Call for the six citizens of Calais (engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Close Call for the six citizens of Calais)

Surrender of Calais (aquatint)
3100049 Surrender of Calais (aquatint) by Doyle, Richard (1824-83); Private Collection; (add.info.: Surrender of Calais. Illustration for Selections from the Rejected Cartoons)

Queen Philippa pleading for the Burghers of Calais (engraving)
2792716 Queen Philippa pleading for the Burghers of Calais (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Queen Philippa pleading for the Burghers of Calais)

The Surrender of Calais, 4th August 1347, engraved by John Young (litho)
475415 The Surrender of Calais, 4th August 1347, engraved by John Young (litho) by Bird, Edward (1772-1819) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Surrender of Calais, 4th August 1347, engraved by John Young (engraving) (b / w photo)
XJF106663 The Surrender of Calais, 4th August 1347, engraved by John Young (engraving) (b/w photo) by Bird, Edward (1772-1819) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Edward III entreated by Queen Phillippa to spare the Calais Citizens (engraving)
5212850 Edward III entreated by Queen Phillippa to spare the Calais Citizens (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Jean d Aire, model 1884-1889, cast probably early 20th century. Creator: Auguste Rodin
Jean d Aire, model 1884-1889, cast probably early 20th century

Queen Phillippa Interceding for the Citizens of Calais, (1347), 1890. Creator: Unknown
Queen Phillippa Interceding for the Citizens of Calais, (1347), 1890. Philippa of Hainault successfully persuaded her husband King Edward III to spare the lives of the Burghers of Calais during

The Burghers of Calais in the Victoria Tower Gardens, c1935. Creator: Joel
The Burghers of Calais in the Victoria Tower Gardens, c1935. The Burghers of Calais sculpture, Victoria Tower Gardens, Millbank, Westminster, London

Burghers of Calais, 2005. Creator: Ethel Davies
One of the bronze Burghers of Calais by Auguste Rodin, commemorating the Siege of Calais in 1347, in which six citizens offered to give up their lives, if the town was spared

Queen Philippa Pleads for the Men of Calais, c1907. From My Book of True Stories. [Blackie and Son Limited, London]

The Burghers of Calais, 1889-1903. Found in the collection of Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek

Queen Philippa Interceding for the Lives of the Burghers of Calais, 1347, 1882. Artist: Sartain, John (1808-1897)
Queen Philippa Interceding for the Lives of the Burghers of Calais, 1347, 1882. Private Collection

Queen Philippa interceding with Edward III for the Six Burgesses of Calais, 1850. Artist: John Leech
Queen Philippa interceding with Edward III for the Six Burgesses of Calais, 1850. A satirical illustration showing Queen Philippa, wife of Edward III of England

Statue of the Burghers of Calais, 19th century. Artist: Auguste Rodin
Statue of the Burghers of Calais in bronze, relating to the taking of Calais in 1347 by Edward III of England, 19th century

RODIN: BURGHERS OF CALAIS. The Burghers of Calais. Bronze sculpture by Auguste Rodin, 1889

Monument to the burghers of Calais by Rodin, and the Hotel de Ville in Calais, Nord Pas de Calais, France, Europe

Monument to the Burghers of Calais by Rodin, in front of the town hall of Calais, Nord Pas de Calais, France, Europe

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The Burghers of Calais, a powerful and emotive statue created by Rodin, stands proudly in front of the Town Hall in Calais. This iconic sculpture depicts the six brave burghers who sacrificed themselves for their city during the siege by King Edward III in 1346. In an engraving from the 19th century, we see these heroic figures standing before Edward III himself. Their faces etched with determination and anguish as they prepare to face their fate. Another engraving shows Queen Philippa interceding on behalf of these courageous men, pleading for mercy from her husband. King Edward's order for their execution is captured in yet another striking engraving. The tension palpable as the burghers await their destiny. However, it was Queen Philippa's intervention that ultimately saved them from certain death. Rodin immortalized one of these burghers, Jean d'Aire, through his artistry in 1889. His sculpture captures both strength and vulnerability as he stands alone against adversity. By 1895, Rodin completed a plaster model featuring all six burghers together - a testament to their collective sacrifice. An engraving titled "Sortie des six Bourgeois de Calais" portrays the poignant moment when these brave men leave behind their beloved town to fulfill their duty. It serves as a reminder of their selflessness and unwavering loyalty. "The Surrender of Calais, " depicted in an illustration by A. Smith based on David Hume's work, showcases the aftermath of this historic event. The city falls into English hands but not without recognizing the bravery displayed by its citizens. Queen Philippa's intercession is highlighted once again in an enchanting engraving that captures her plea for mercy on behalf of the Burghers of Calais. Her compassion shines through as she fights tirelessly for justice amidst turmoil and conflict. Edward III at Calais is beautifully illustrated in a historical account by C. R. L.