The cemetery is beautiful!!, my favorite ones are the ones with the dearly departed ones photo on their headstone. The man that was murdered looked so real!, the artist that sculptured his body was a brilliant artist. I hope that you soaked your tired feet. Thanks for the tour. Looking forward to part 2. 😊
Oscar Flynn O'Flaherty Wills Wilde was 46 when he died. When he was released from doing 2 years of hard labour at Reading jail, he fled to France and took the alias Sebastian Melmoth. He was absolutely penniless but accompanied by s dear friend Robbie Ross. Wilde managed to persuade his love Lord Alfred Douglas (Bosie) to come to France and all was well for a while. However, Douglas did not like Oscar when he was now penniless, and had no qualms in leaving Oscar for the last time, to return to England. Oscar begged here and there for money, even soliciting and receiving some from the famous opera singer of the day, Dame Nelly Melba. Only Ross was Oscar's constant companion, and they took lodgings in a guesthouse. Oscar's health began to go downhill alarmingly. He became bedridden. He got Ross to write to Bosie to come and see him. But he never came. In his final delirium Oscar's last words were said to be, "Either this wallpaper goes, or I do." Just after his last breath, his body started erupting with fluids, a sure sign of a syphilitic death. Ross cleaned him up, laid him out and strew flowers over his body. It was the 1st year of the new century, 1900. Oscar, being penniless, was buried in a pauper's grave in France. Sometime after, his friends raised a subscription to have Oscar interred in Pere Lachaise Cemetery. The headstone you see was carved by the most famous sculptor of the time, Jacob Epstein. Would you like a surprise? Did you know that there is somebody buried with Oscar? Therein lies an urn, containing the ashes of Robbie Ross. He had always loved Oscar. Did you guess?
@GraveVisitations I've spent my life getting to know all about him. He was born 100 years before his time. The love of his life, Bosie (son of the Marquis of Queensbury - he of the boxing rules) was an inadvertent architect of Wilde's ruin. When the Marquis found out about his son and Oscar he was livid (insanity did run in the family) He determined to ruin Oscar and knew that taking him to court would achieve his end. Wilde's letters were read out in open court and in those days, same sex relationships were a no no, and ruinous. Oscar wrote some brilliant plays, his only novel The Picture of Dorian Gray, and many enchanting children's stories like The Canterville Ghost. One man's spite ruined and killed a genius. The loss to literature was immeasurable.
It doesn't matter what part of this cemetery you walk through Cathal, it all leaves me breathless. It is incredible how tightly each person(s) is interred to the next, yet it is done so tastefully and beautifully. I cannot get enough of each section or division. Even those that may not be as elaborate are well worth taking a closer look at. ♥️ Very well done. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
I would get lost spinning in circles trying to think of which way to go...same with Highgate. How I wish😊 thanx for a beautiful video. Always such a blessing... You and Sue❤😊❤😊
G’day a very interesting cemetery Jim Morrison of the Doors is berried there it would have been nice to see it but I realise it’s hot and it’s a big place. Take care regards John
El cementerio es muy hermoso gv gracias por hacer que mis tardes sean tan amenas viendo tus vídeos y los de Susan soys los mejores aqui tenéis un amigo para siempre gracias 🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗
I must say I find Oscar Wilde's grave marker ugly. Just doesn't represent the time he lived, or him in my opinion. Other graves are so beautifully done though, just gorgeous. Thank you for sharing.
WOW WHAT AN AMAZING CEMETERY THAT YOU SO MUCH FOR ALL YOUR HARD WORK HOPE YYOU HAD A GOOD REST AFTER THAT TOUR LOVED OSCARS GRAVE SO GLAD THEY PROTECT IT WITH GLASS PEOPLE KEEP LEAVING ALL KINDS OF MESSAGES ON HIM BUT SURE WE ALL LOVED HIM THANKS AGAIN CANT WAIT FOR YOUR NEXT VIDEO R I P OSCAR 🙏🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹
stunningly beautiful , thanks for recording the video, as i am unlikely to visit in person, once again must compliment you on your fatastic comentary adds enormously to interest
I have to tell you at the 6::21 mark your camera kind of messed up and I heard a moan coming from that gravesite. It kind of scared me had to watch it a few times..
Been there several times, also when Jim Morrison's gave was not blocked off. Beautiful place full with art. Also Cimetière de Montmartre. Never understood the fact of many women having the urge to kiss/damage graves and grope statues. Victor Noir's grave was once protected by a fence when I was there last time. Seems women actually started a protest to remove the fence, so the disrespected groping and kissing could continue. Smh
The cemetery is beautiful!!, my favorite ones are the ones with the dearly departed ones photo on their headstone. The man that was murdered looked so real!, the artist that sculptured his body was a brilliant artist. I hope that you soaked your tired feet. Thanks for the tour. Looking forward to part 2. 😊
All healed again 😁
Oscar Flynn O'Flaherty Wills Wilde was 46 when he died. When he was released from doing 2 years of hard labour at Reading jail, he fled to France and took the alias Sebastian Melmoth. He was absolutely penniless but accompanied by s dear friend Robbie Ross. Wilde managed to persuade his love Lord Alfred Douglas (Bosie) to come to France and all was well for a while. However, Douglas did not like Oscar when he was now penniless, and had no qualms in leaving Oscar for the last time, to return to England. Oscar begged here and there for money, even soliciting and receiving some from the famous opera singer of the day, Dame Nelly Melba. Only Ross was Oscar's constant companion, and they took lodgings in a guesthouse. Oscar's health began to go downhill alarmingly. He became bedridden. He got Ross to write to Bosie to come and see him. But he never came. In his final delirium Oscar's last words were said to be, "Either this wallpaper goes, or I do."
Just after his last breath, his body started erupting with fluids, a sure sign of a syphilitic death. Ross cleaned him up, laid him out and strew flowers over his body. It was the 1st year of the new century, 1900.
Oscar, being penniless, was buried in a pauper's grave in France. Sometime after, his friends raised a subscription to have Oscar interred in Pere Lachaise Cemetery. The headstone you see was carved by the most famous sculptor of the time, Jacob Epstein.
Would you like a surprise? Did you know that there is somebody buried with Oscar?
Therein lies an urn, containing the ashes of Robbie Ross. He had always loved Oscar.
Did you guess?
Wow didn't know about the urn
@GraveVisitations I've spent my life getting to know all about him. He was born 100 years before his time. The love of his life, Bosie (son of the Marquis of Queensbury - he of the boxing rules) was an inadvertent architect of Wilde's ruin. When the Marquis found out about his son and Oscar he was livid (insanity did run in the family) He determined to ruin Oscar and knew that taking him to court would achieve his end. Wilde's letters were read out in open court and in those days, same sex relationships were a no no, and ruinous.
Oscar wrote some brilliant plays, his only novel The Picture of Dorian Gray, and many enchanting children's stories like The Canterville Ghost. One man's spite ruined and killed a genius. The loss to literature was immeasurable.
@@angietunstall2555 didn't
It doesn't matter what part of this cemetery you walk through Cathal, it all leaves me breathless. It is incredible how tightly each person(s) is interred to the next, yet it is done so tastefully and beautifully. I cannot get enough of each section or division. Even those that may not be as elaborate are well worth taking a closer look at. ♥️ Very well done. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Each grave in Pere Lachaise is a beautiful work of art!!
Great video, and thank you so much for sharing.
Amazing sculptures. Thanks again for sharing your experience
Never read anything by Oscar Wilde but certainly he was a talent and controversial figure in his day.
A beautiful cemetery and a lovely video GV take care 👍
Beautiful graves and sculptures. Oscar Wilde's grave has a modern look to it. I've read some of his works. Very talented man.
Could spend all day watching you and Sue showing us this wonderful cemetery..Thanks GV..R.I.P. Mr. Wilde 💋
Some very interesting and historical people in this cemetery. The graves are so beautiful. Thanks for sharing GV!!
I would get lost spinning in circles trying to think of which way to go...same with Highgate. How I wish😊 thanx for a beautiful video. Always such a blessing... You and Sue❤😊❤😊
I read many of Oscar Wilde's works in a literature class at school years ago. Beautiful poet and writer.
Love the history of this cemetery, thanks for sharing
Glad you enjoyed
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In 1961, someone broke off the sculpture’s testicles and the rumour around Paris was that an employee at the cemetery was using them as a paperweight.
Just a rumour lol
The last grave you filmed was rather eerie , most unusual . Never seen anything like that . Thank you for sharing 😊
Thanks for watching
What a beautiful monument to Oscar Wilde
His last words - "My wallpaper and I are fighting a duel to the death. One or the other of us must go."
Funny last words ha
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Just found your channel. Excellent video. Very interesting. Thanks for posting it!
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Thank you very much GV, for another enjoyable video. These monuments are beautiful. It sounds like Oscar Wilde had a great sense of humor. 😊
This was beautiful GV. Every grave is a work of art. Thank you for walking your feet off for us. 💚
Another great walk,GV imagine today value of the monuments,you and sue take care,stay ,god bless,👋👋👏👏🙏🙏👍🇦🇺
Cost a small fortune Peter thanks for watching
G’day a very interesting cemetery Jim Morrison of the Doors is berried there it would have been nice to see it but I realise it’s hot and it’s a big place. Take care regards John
I've done Jim's grave it's on my channel
A beautifly cemetry.
El cementerio es muy hermoso gv gracias por hacer que mis tardes sean tan amenas viendo tus vídeos y los de Susan soys los mejores aqui tenéis un amigo para siempre gracias 🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗
Thank you Juan we really enjoyed Paris it's so beautiful 🙏
Thanks GV! All those kisses and all!! How many miles have you walked on your Paris tour? My feet are hurting just watching you!
Thousands 😬
@@GraveVisitations ouch 🤕. poor feet!
great visit
Wow, that place is so fascinating. Thanks for taking us along.
I was just thinking all the famous people in there I.e. Oscar Wilde and Edith Piaf, all went through that gate before being buried. Amazing.
I must say I find Oscar Wilde's grave marker ugly. Just doesn't represent the time he lived, or him in my opinion. Other graves are so beautifully done though, just gorgeous. Thank you for sharing.
wish you have shown sarah bernhardt’s grave, it looks interesting from the pictures online
Could only do so many unfortunately ran out of time. Part 2 coming up tho
I know they have a barrier there to protect the grave. However it seems to detract from the experience of viewing it. Nice tour great content.
Beautiful Place.
Very nice walk...
WOW WHAT AN AMAZING CEMETERY THAT YOU SO MUCH FOR ALL YOUR HARD WORK HOPE YYOU HAD A GOOD REST AFTER THAT TOUR LOVED OSCARS GRAVE SO GLAD THEY PROTECT IT WITH GLASS PEOPLE KEEP LEAVING ALL KINDS OF MESSAGES ON HIM
BUT SURE WE ALL LOVED HIM
THANKS AGAIN CANT WAIT FOR YOUR NEXT VIDEO
R I P OSCAR 🙏🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹
Another wonderful video. Have you ever worn one of those things that measures foot steps? Hope your feet feel better.
Thank you GV & a myriad of mods!! 😊
Will you be heading home soon. Really miss the cemeteries there. Please.
We are home. This was 2 or 3 weeks ago
Loved the markers, and the status
Great work on this Video have a very safe Travles
Home a while now
Been there july 3 1989
stunningly beautiful , thanks for recording the video, as i am unlikely to visit in person, once again must compliment you on your fatastic comentary adds enormously to interest
I have to tell you at the 6::21 mark your camera kind of messed up and I heard a moan coming from that gravesite. It kind of scared me had to watch it a few times..
Beautiful
I wonder why Oscar Wilde wasnt taken back to Ireland when he passed 🤔
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Must have been a great experience seeing this amazing place 😊
Was amazing to see for sure Tina
Been there several times, also when Jim Morrison's gave was not blocked off. Beautiful place full with art. Also Cimetière de Montmartre. Never understood the fact of many women having the urge to kiss/damage graves and grope statues. Victor Noir's grave was once protected by a fence when I was there last time. Seems women actually started a protest to remove the fence, so the disrespected groping and kissing could continue. Smh
I've been to montparnasse and montmartre cemetery, videos are up 👍
@@GraveVisitationslove your vids! 👍🏻
The statue of the murdered man was good but I'm not sure I'd want to be remembered lying on the ground after being murdered.
Well I missed it. Too busy and too sick
Enjoy the replay
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