Basil Collection (#4)

Two blue hyacinths, 1613. Illustration from Hortus Eystettensis by Basil Besler (1561-1629), published in 1613

Lemon balm, Peony and adders tongue fern, 1613. Melissa fuchsii (Lemon balm); Peony flower in full bloom; Ophioglossum, (adders tongue fern)

Red and yellow tulip, 1613. Illustration from Hortus Eystettensis by Basil Besler (1561-1629), published in 1613

Narcissus, 1613. Illustration from Hortus Eystettensis by Basil Besler (1561-1629), published in 1613

American Aloe (Aloe Americana), 1613. From Hortus Eystettensis by Basil Besler (1561-1629), 1613

Tulips, 1613. 1.Tulipamglobosa serotina cinnabrio colore; 2. Tulipa globosa serotina aureo colore punctata. From Hortus Eystettensis by Basil Besler (1561-1629), 1613

Saint Basil The Great. Illustration from the book The Asketikon (O postnichestve), 1594. Private Collection

Saint Basil The Great (From the Deesis Range). Artist: Dionysius (ca. 1450-before 1508)
Saint Basil The Great (From the Deesis Range). Found in the collection of Nativity of Virgin Cathedral in the Kirillo-Belozersky Monastery, Kirillov

Basil the Blessed, End of 16th cen Artist: Russian icon
Basil the Blessed, End of 16th cen.. Found in the collection of the State Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow

Saint Basil The Great (From the Deesis Range), c. 1502-1503. Artist: Dionysius (ca. 1450-before 1508)
Saint Basil The Great (From the Deesis Range), c. 1502-1503. Found in the collection of the Nativity of Virgin Cathedral in the Kirillo-Belozersky Monastery, Kirillov

Saint Basil The Great. Illustration to the book Synodicon, 1700. Artist: Bunin, Leonti (active End 17th cen. )
Saint Basil The Great. Illustration to the book Synodicon, 1700. Found in the collection of the State A. Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts, Moscow

Basil the Blessed and Saint Mary of Egypt, 1901. Artist: Chirikov, Osip Semionovich (?-1903)
Basil the Blessed and Saint Mary of Egypt, 1901. From a private collection

Twelfth Key of Basil Valentine, 1651, illustrating that the Philosophers Stone must be combined with gold to produce new gold, just as a lion eats a serpent to change it into its own substance

Episode in Captain Cooks Voyages, late 18th century. Artist: John Webber
Episode in Captain Cooks Voyages, late 18th century. From Adventures By Sea From Art of Old Time, by Basil Lubbock. [The Studio Ltd. London, 1925]

Cape Town, c1680. From Adventures By Sea From Art of Old Time, by Basil Lubbock. [The Studio Ltd. London, 1925]

The Great China Race. The Clipper Ships Taeping and Ariel passing the Lizard, Cornwall, 1866
The Great China Race. The Clipper Ships Taeping and Ariel passing the Lizard on 6 September 1866 on their homeward voyage from Foo-Chow-Foo, 1866

European Ships in a Japanese Harbour, c1860. From Adventures By Sea From Art of Old Time, by Basil Lubbock. [The Studio Ltd. London, 1925]

Smugglers, c1785. Artist: Catherine Brass Yates
Smugglers, c1785. From Adventures By Sea From Art of Old Time, by Basil Lubbock. [The Studio Ltd. London, 1925]

Smugglers on the Irish Coast, 1808. Artist: Julius Caesar Ibbetson
Smugglers on the Irish Coast, 1808. Painting held at The Tate, London. From Adventures By Sea From Art of Old Time, by Basil Lubbock. [The Studio Ltd. London, 1925]

An American privateer schooner and other vessels near a harbour, c1815. Artist: Charles Burton Barber
An American privateer schooner and other vessels near a harbour, c1815. Painting held at the National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London From Adventures By Sea From Art of Old Time, by Basil Lubbock

Pirates Decoying an American Ship, c1880
Pirates Decoying an American Ship, 1925. From Adventures By Sea From Art of Old Time, by Basil Lubbock. [The Studio Ltd. London, 1925]

Ships Attacked by Pirates, c1808. Lieutenant Turner and the crew of a boat from the country-ship Tay attacked and made prisoners by the Ladrone pirates in 1806

La Piemontaise capturing the Warren Hastings c1806. Artist: Robert Dodd
La Piemontaise capturing the Warren Hastings c1806. The Warren Hastings was an East Indiaman captured after a battle with the French frigate La Piemontaise, under the command of Jacques Epron

Calcutta, 1788. Artist: Thomas Daniell
Calcutta, 1788. From Adventures By Sea From Art of Old Time, by Basil Lubbock. [The Studio Ltd. London, 1925]

Sixteenth Century Ship, 1925. From Adventures By Sea From Art of Old Time, by Basil Lubbock. [The Studio Ltd. London, 1925]

A View of Botany Bay, 1789. Artist: Robert Clevely
A View of Botany Bay, 1789. The Supply and Sirius bringing in the first convict transports into Botany Bay, New South Wales, in 1787. From Adventures By Sea From Art of Old Time, by Basil Lubbock

South Sea Whale Fishery, 1825. Artist: Thomas Sutherland
South Sea Whale Fishery, 1825. From Adventures By Sea From Art of Old Time, by Basil Lubbock. [The Studio Ltd. London, 1925]

The ships of Lord Mulgraves expedition of discovery embedded in ice in the Polar Regions, 1774. HMS Racehorse and Carcass sailed from the Nore on the sandbank of the Thames Estuary

Northern Whale Fishery, c1829. Artist: Edward Duncan
Northern Whale Fishery, c1829. From Adventures By Sea From Art of Old Time, by Basil Lubbock. [The Studio Ltd. London, 1925]

Interviewed in camera: Film Producer Basil Dean reveals Star Booths Gin In Your Cocktails And You ll Always Produce A Success, c1935 (1935)

Basil Zottu (1853-1916), Romanian politician and general, 1917. From Wills Cigarettes Allied Army Leaders cigarette card series, 1917

Isabella or The Pot of Basil, 1902-1903. Artist: John J Alexander
Isabella or The Pot of Basil, 1902-1903. From Penroses Pictorial Annual 1902-1903, An Illustrated Review of the Graphic Arts, volume 8, edited by William Gamble and published by AW Penrose (London)

Ferdinand and Miranda, c1900. Artist: J Caswall Smith
Ferdinand and Miranda, c1900. Basil Gill as Ferdinand and Nora Kerin as Miranda in Shakespeares The Tempest

Basil Rathbone, (1892-1967), English actor, 20th century. Rathbone is most famous for his portrayal of Sherlock Holmes and swashbuckler film villain roles

Aerial view of Red Square, Moscow, Russia, during the Soviet era. Date: mid-20th century

Basil Shackleton, photographer and ESP subject who took part in many card-reading research sessions (1936-1943) with Samuel Soal (mathematician and psychical researcher)

Ocimum basilicum, Sweet Basil plant growing in soil

Basil Zaharoff, 1849 - 1936. Greek arms dealer and industrialist. From These Tremendous Years, published 1938

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"Basil: A Multifaceted Herb with a Rich History" Basil, not just a name associated with the famous detective Sherlock Holmes portrayed by Basil Rathbone, has many intriguing facets worth exploring. From its association with iconic landmarks like St. Basils Cathedral to its diverse uses in culinary and medicinal realms, basil leaves an indelible mark. Firstly, let's delve into the world of acting where Basil Rathbone mesmerized audiences as the legendary Sherlock Holmes. His portrayal brought this enigmatic character to life and forever cemented his place in cinematic history. Moving on from Hollywood to Russia, we encounter St. Basils Cathedral—a magnificent architectural marvel that stands tall in Moscow's Red Square. Its vibrant colors and intricate design make it an enduring symbol of Russian culture. Shifting gears to nature's bounty, we discover Ocimum sanctum or holy basil—an herb revered for its spiritual significance and healing properties in Ayurvedic medicine. This sacred plant holds immense cultural importance across South Asia. In the realm of cinema again, Anna May Wong captivated audiences with her performance in "The Circle of Chalk. " Her talent shone brightly alongside other stars while leaving an everlasting impact on Asian representation in Hollywood. Stepping back into history reveals Byzantine Emperor Basil II—known as the Bulgar-slayer—for his military prowess during the 10th century. His strategic brilliance earned him a fearsome reputation throughout Europe. Nature enthusiasts will appreciate how honey bees find solace amidst blooming basil flowers—a delightful sight captured through macro photography that showcases their delicate interaction within our ecosystem. Furthermore, basil finds itself among esteemed company such as catmint, catnip, ivy, hoarhound, calaminth, thyme—plants depicted beautifully in Victorian botanical illustrations showcasing their timeless allure. Art lovers can admire The Great Art created by talented individuals like Edward Duncan whose masterpiece depicts Black Joke engaging El Almirante—a Spanish Slave Brig—in a fierce battle, capturing the intensity of historical events.