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Basel Collection (#7)

Basel, a city that encapsulates the essence of history and culture, is truly a phenomena in itself

Background imageBasel Collection: Rain of frogs recorded in 1355. From Conrad Lycosthenes Prodigiorum ac ostentorum chronicon

Rain of frogs recorded in 1355. From Conrad Lycosthenes Prodigiorum ac ostentorum chronicon, Basel, 1557. Woodcut

Background imageBasel Collection: Abandoned house, Basle, Switzerland

Abandoned house, Basle, Switzerland For commercial use please contact Photoslot at website:photoslot email: info@photoslot skype: photoslot

Background imageBasel Collection: Doorway on abandoned building, Basel, Switzerland

Doorway on abandoned building, Basel, Switzerland For commercial use please contact Photoslot at website:photoslot email: info@photoslot skype: photoslot

Background imageBasel Collection: Town Hall, Basel

Town Hall, Basel, Switzerland

Background imageBasel Collection: Basel, Switzerland, 20th century

Basel, Switzerland, 20th century. View showing St Albans Church and bridges over the River Rhine

Background imageBasel Collection: The Departure of St Ursula from Basel, before 1489, (c1900-1920). Artist: Hans Memling

The Departure of St Ursula from Basel, before 1489, (c1900-1920). Artist: Hans Memling
The Departure of St Ursula from Basel, before 1489, (c1900-1920). A print after a panel in the Shrine of St Ursula in the Hospital of St John, Bruges, from Art History and Literature Illustrations

Background imageBasel Collection: St Ursula Shrine, Departure from Basle, Detail, 1489. Artist: Hans Memling

St Ursula Shrine, Departure from Basle, Detail, 1489. Artist: Hans Memling
St Ursula Shrine, Departure from Basle, Detail, 1489. The Reliquary of St Ursula, Memling Museum, Sint-Janshospitaal, Bruges

Background imageBasel Collection: St Ursula Shrine, Arrival in Basle, 1489. Artist: Hans Memling

St Ursula Shrine, Arrival in Basle, 1489. Artist: Hans Memling
St Ursula Shrine, Arrival in Basle, 1489. St Ursula Shrine, Memling Museum, Sint-Janshospitaal, Bruges

Background imageBasel Collection: La Pharmacie Rustique, c1775. Artist: Barthelemi Hubner

La Pharmacie Rustique, c1775. Artist: Barthelemi Hubner
La Pharmacie Rustique, c1775. After a painting done in 1774 by G Locher, the composition shows a visit to a country chemist

Background imageBasel Collection: Basel SBB Railway Station, Switzerland

Basel SBB Railway Station, Switzerland
Basel SBB Railway Station, Centralbahnplatz, Basel, Switzerland - Europes busiest international border station. Date: circa 1910s

Background imageBasel Collection: Basel, Switzerland - riverside buildings (River Rhine)

Basel, Switzerland - riverside buildings (River Rhine). Date: 1909

Background imageBasel Collection: Basel, Switzerland - interior of the Basel Minster church

Basel, Switzerland - interior of the Basel Minster church
Basel, Switzerland - the interior of the Basel Minster church, recognisably built from red sandstone with coloured roof tiles in Gothic and Romanesque styles

Background imageBasel Collection: Censorship in the book Ratione Conscribendi Epistle by Erasm

Censorship in the book Ratione Conscribendi Epistle by Erasm
Erasmus of Rotterdam (1466-1536). Dutch humanist. Ratione Conscribendi Epistles. Page with censorship and registration by the censor of the Inquisition, 1747. Basel edition, 1522. Episcopal Library

Background imageBasel Collection: Noahs Ark in De Linguis gentium, libellum

Noahs Ark in De Linguis gentium, libellum
Noahs Ark, from the book De Linguis gentium, libellum, published in Basel, 1563. Written by the Venerable Bede (673-735), English monk and writer. Colored engraving

Background imageBasel Collection: David George, Fanatic

David George, Fanatic
DAVID GEORGE Flemish religious enthusiast from Ghent who 1525 proclaimed himself the Messiah : he died at Basel vainly expecting to be resurrected in 3 days, Date: ? - 1556

Background imageBasel Collection: Johannes Buxtorf

Johannes Buxtorf
JOHANNES BUXTORF German Hebraist at Basel (NB: there were several people of this or similar names living at this period) Date: 1564 - 1629

Background imageBasel Collection: Phenomena at Basel

Phenomena at Basel
Curious phenomena seen over Basel, Switzerland, at sunrise and sunset on two days in July and again on 7 August Date: 17 and 18 July 1566

Background imageBasel Collection: Religious wooden carving from the mid 15th century

Religious wooden carving from the mid 15th century.. Ornament to the choir of the Dome in Basel and Gothic decorations of the parish church at Lorch

Background imageBasel Collection: Switzerland - Basel, Old Bridge and Three Kings Hotel

Switzerland - Basel, Old Bridge and Three Kings Hotel
Coloured lantern slide depicting a view of the Three Kings Hotel, Basel. Old Bridge can be seen in the foreground, as can the River Rhine

Background imageBasel Collection: Switzerland - St Pauls Gate at Basel

Switzerland - St Pauls Gate at Basel
Coloured lantern slide of a large gateway into the city of Basel. It is one of three gates that still exist today, and is considered to be one of the most beautiful in Switzerland

Background imageBasel Collection: Switzerland - West Door at the Basel Minster

Switzerland - West Door at the Basel Minster
Coloured lantern slide of the West Door at the Basel Minster. There are sculptured friezes either side of the arched doorway, which depicts prophets

Background imageBasel Collection: Switzerland - The Basel Minster

Switzerland - The Basel Minster
Coloured lantern slide depicting the Basel Minster, listed as a heritage site of national significance. Built between 1019 and 1500

Background imageBasel Collection: Kleinhuningen, port on the Rhine, Basel, Switzerland

Kleinhuningen, port on the Rhine, Basel, Switzerland
Kleinhuningen, a port on the River Rhine, Basel, Switzerland

Background imageBasel Collection: View of the Market Place, Basel, Switzerland

View of the Market Place, Basel, Switzerland
View of the Market Place on a busy day, Basel, Switzerland

Background imageBasel Collection: Second Goetheanum, Dornach, near Basle, Switzerland

Second Goetheanum, Dornach, near Basle, Switzerland
The Second Goetheanum under construction at Dornach, near Basle, Switzerland. The building is the world centre for the anthroposophical movement

Background imageBasel Collection: Smoking room, Hotel Schweizerhof, Basel, Switzerland

Smoking room, Hotel Schweizerhof, Basel, Switzerland
Smoking room of the Hotel Schweizerhof, Basel, Switzerland

Background imageBasel Collection: Portrait of Johann Froben

Portrait of Johann Froben (Johannes Frobenius in Latin). Famous printer and publisher from Basel

Background imageBasel Collection: Theodor Zwinger (Yngr)

Theodor Zwinger (Yngr)
THEODOR ZWINGER (YOUNGER) Swiss physician of Basel Date: 1658 - 1724

Background imageBasel Collection: Theodor Zwinger

Theodor Zwinger
THEODOR ZWINGER Swiss theologian of Basel Date: 1597 - ?

Background imageBasel Collection: Jacob Meier

Jacob Meier
JACOB MEIER Burgomaster of Basel, patron of Holbein whom he commissioned to do alterpieces, that sort of thing. Date: circa 1520

Background imageBasel Collection: Erasmus Rotterdam ca 1532 Oil linden panel 7 1 / 4 x 5 9 / 16

Erasmus Rotterdam ca 1532 Oil linden panel 7 1 / 4 x 5 9 / 16
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Background imageBasel Collection: Augsburg 1665 Etching state Sheet 2 1 / 8 4 5 / 8

Augsburg 1665 Etching state Sheet 2 1 / 8 4 5 / 8
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Background imageBasel Collection: Maerten de Vos Engraving sheet 11 5 / 16 x 8 7 / 8

Maerten de Vos Engraving sheet 11 5 / 16 x 8 7 / 8
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Background imageBasel Collection: Plate 10 Emperor Titus Horseback First Twelve Roman Caesars

Plate 10 Emperor Titus Horseback First Twelve Roman Caesars
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Background imageBasel Collection: Satyrs Nymphs ca 1599 Pen black ink brush washes

Satyrs Nymphs ca 1599 Pen black ink brush washes
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Background imageBasel Collection: Birth Christening Frederick Duke Wurttemberg

Birth Christening Frederick Duke Wurttemberg
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Background imageBasel Collection: Plate 9 Emperor Vitellus Horseback First Twelve Roman Caesars

Plate 9 Emperor Vitellus Horseback First Twelve Roman Caesars
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Background imageBasel Collection: Mulier Basiliensis Woman Basel 1644 Etching third state

Mulier Basiliensis Woman Basel 1644 Etching third state
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Background imageBasel Collection: Plate 6 Emperor Nero Horseback First Twelve Roman Caesars

Plate 6 Emperor Nero Horseback First Twelve Roman Caesars
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Background imageBasel Collection: Plate 8 Emperor Otho Horseback First Twelve Roman Caesars

Plate 8 Emperor Otho Horseback First Twelve Roman Caesars
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Background imageBasel Collection: Perspectival Study View Medieval City 1600-1650

Perspectival Study View Medieval City 1600-1650
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Background imageBasel Collection: Madonna Child Mary Magdalen late 16th-early 17th century

Madonna Child Mary Magdalen late 16th-early 17th century
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Background imageBasel Collection: Plate 4 Emperor Gaius Horseback First Twelve Roman Caesars

Plate 4 Emperor Gaius Horseback First Twelve Roman Caesars
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Background imageBasel Collection: Melchior Three Magi series Jacques Bellange ca

Melchior Three Magi series Jacques Bellange ca
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Background imageBasel Collection: Emperor Vespasian Horseback series First Twelve Roman Caesars

Emperor Vespasian Horseback series First Twelve Roman Caesars
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Background imageBasel Collection: Plate 12 Emperor Domitian horseback First Twelve Roman Caesars

Plate 12 Emperor Domitian horseback First Twelve Roman Caesars
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Background imageBasel Collection: Basilisk Supporting Arms city Basel 1511 Woodcut

Basilisk Supporting Arms city Basel 1511 Woodcut
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Background imageBasel Collection: Plate 5 Emperor Claudius Horseback First Twelve Roman Caesars

Plate 5 Emperor Claudius Horseback First Twelve Roman Caesars
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Basel, a city that encapsulates the essence of history and culture, is truly a phenomena in itself. Known to Ptolemy as "Colonia Raurica Augusta, " this world-renowned Swiss destination has countless treasures waiting to be discovered. One cannot mention Basel without acknowledging its vibrant Carnival, known as Basler Fasnacht. This lively celebration brings the entire city to life with colorful costumes, elaborate masks, and enchanting music echoing through the streets, and is an experience that immerses visitors in the rich traditions and joyous spirit of Basel. Nestled in the Canton City, Switzerland, Basel boasts an impressive transportation system highlighted by its iconic Swiss trams at BVB M-Parc depot. These sleek vehicles effortlessly navigate through the picturesque streets of this charming European city. The Rhine River gracefully flows through Basel's heart, adding another layer of beauty to an already mesmerizing landscape. The sight of boats gliding along its waters creates a serene ambiance that captivates both locals and tourists alike. As one explores Basel on foot or by tram, they will stumble upon historical gems like Nicholas of Cusa's birthplace or antique maps showcasing Switzerland's evolution over time. Every corner tells a story; every building whispers secrets from centuries past. From atop Wettstein Bridge lies a breathtaking view encompassing the majestic Minster and old town area – an image straight out of a fairytale book. The blend of medieval architecture with modernity creates an enchanting atmosphere unique to Basel. Art enthusiasts will find solace within this cultural hub as well; graffiti adorns walls throughout the cityscape – each stroke representing passion and creativity from local artists who have left their mark on these urban canvases.