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Category Archives: History
Jun
In 1999 the Château de Canisy was elected as one of the “7 Wonders of the Manche” as part of a game contest organized by the General Council.
Jun
This painting, made by Peter Paul Rubens and Frans Snyders, can be found in the Château’s dining room. It is representing one of Aesop’s most famous work, the lion and the mouse. Peter Paul Rubens and Frans Snyders made numerous copies of this painting and one of them can be seen in the Chequers, home […]
Jun
On this day, following the 77th anniversary of the Normandy landing, did you knew that the castle welcomed several heroes of said event such as the colonel Rudder or the general Bradley ?
Jun
Today we will introduce you to one of our suite : Alexis de Tocqueville. This suite is named Alexis de Tocqueville for the famous political philosopher and politician of the same name. He was, as well, a first cousin of Louis de Kergorlay with whom he corresponded and who was his confidant. Pour réserver […]
May
In the bedroom “Châteaubriand” a unique statuette is waiting for you. Stamped “Christofle et Cie” this statuette seems to be writing as well as contemplating. With its writings (“Agriculture” and “1867”), this statuette seems to be a direct allusion to the participation of this very same house to the Universal exhibition of 1867.
May
The Chateau has a lot of pictures. Among them the portrait of Countess du Bois de la Motte. This picture is hanging the Music lounge. You can admire it while visiting the castle or spending a night as our guest.
May
Le Château de Cabnisy has a beautiful collection of ancient books. Today we present a first extract of “Galerie des modes et costumes français 1778-1787” (= Collection of french costumes) with “La robe de cour à la française” (= The French court dress).