Maur Collection

Statue of Saint Maur
1277702 Statue of Saint Maur; Eglise Saint Loup, Auxon, France; (add.info.: Auxon, Eglise St Loup, France)

Monk of the Maurists, Congregation of St. Maur, Benedictine brotherhood, Benedictin de la Congregation de Saint-Maur
5912795 Monk of the Maurists, Congregation of St. Maur, Benedictine brotherhood, Benedictin de la Congregation de Saint-Maur

The Afghan Boundary Commission (engraving)
1590999 The Afghan Boundary Commission (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Afghan Boundary Commission)

The Saints Gregory I, Maurus and Papias, 1608. Creator: Rubens, Pieter Paul (1577-1640)
The Saints Gregory I, Maurus and Papias, 1608. Found in the Collection of Chiesa Nuova, Roma

Courcelette Cemetery - Somme Battlefield Date: 22-Sep-10

Woman saving child by walking narrow ledge
To save her child from fire, Madame Pauquelin of rue St Maur, Paris, walks a narrow ledge from her 5th floor apartment, which she could not have done in her normal state of consciousness. Date: 1906

L illustration page, 1 - 8 July 1848
A page from the 1 - 8 July 1848 issue of the French journal L illustration, which reported at length on the recent uprising in Paris, the June Days

Paris St Maur barricade 1848
The barricades in Rue Saint-Maur, in the Popincourt quarter of Paris, on 25th June before the attack by the troops of General Lamorici貥 Date: 25 June 1848

Saint Benedict receiving Maurus and Placidus, ca 1503. Private Collection

Triptych of Willem Moreel, 1484. Artist: Memling, Hans (1433 / 40-1494)
Triptych of Willem Moreel, 1484. Found in the collection of the Groeningemuseum, Bruges

Cassel, France - St Louis Mansion womens boarding home
Cassel, France - St Louis Mansion, set in a field in Cassel, served as a home for women of the Dames de St-Maur (Sisters of the Infant Jesus). circa 1910s

Gregory of Tarrissa
GREGORY OF TARRISSA churchman : superior general of the congregation of Saint Maur. Date: 1574 - 1648

Mike St. Maur Sheil, photographer of the Fields of Battle, Lands of Peace 14-18 exhibition at the pre-launch exhibition at the Houses of Parliament in London holding the Loos football Date: 2013

Denis De Sainte-Marthe
DENIS DE SAINTE-MARTHE French churchman, superieur- general des Benedictins de la congregation de St Maur. Date: 1650 - 1725

GLC-LFB Aftermath of a serious house fire
The aftermath of a serious house fire at 52 St Maur Road, Fulham, SW London. A view of the stairs and landing, showing the severity of the blaze that started in a cupboard under the stairs

A divorce cure from the French of Sardou by Harry Saint Maur. Date c1897

Emily Bancker in A divorce cure from the French of Sardou by Harry Saint Maur. Date c1897

Monk of St Maur
Benedictine monk of SAINT-MAUR

Gustav Maur. Armfelt
GUSTAF MAURITS ARMFELT (or Armfeldt) Swedish statesman, as a youth

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"Maur: A Journey through Time and Space" Step into the captivating world of Maur, where history intertwines with bravery, faith, and art. From the solemn Courcelette Cemetery on the Somme Battlefield to a heart-stopping moment of a woman saving a child on a narrow ledge, Maur reveals its diverse facets. Delve into the spiritual realm as we encounter the Monk of the Maurists from the Congregation of St. Maur. This Benedictine brotherhood holds centuries-old traditions close to their hearts. Jacques Charles Bar's handcoloured woodblock engraving offers us a glimpse into their sacred world. Travel further back in time to witness significant events like The Afghan Boundary Commission through an intriguing engraving that transports us to distant lands. As we explore deeper, we encounter Rubens' masterpiece depicting The Saints Gregory I, Maurus, and Papias in all their glory—an artistic tribute that mesmerizes with its intricate details. The influence of Saint Benedict is ever-present throughout our journey; his guidance evident as he receives Maurus and Placidus in an enchanting painting dating back to 1503. Memling's Triptych of Willem Moreel takes us even further back—a visual feast showcasing Hans Memling's mastery while immersing us in medieval times. Our adventure continues as we arrive at Cassel, France—home to St Louis Mansion women's boarding home—a place where stories unfold within its walls. And let us not forget about Gregory of Tarrissa or Mike St. Maur Sheil—individuals who left indelible marks on history through their remarkable contributions. As we turn each page of L illustration from July 1848, this captivating tale unravels before our eyes—the past brought vividly back to life through illustrations that speak volumes about bygone eras. Maur invites you on an extraordinary expedition filled with valorous acts, religious devotion, breathtaking artwork, and the timeless allure of history.