Basques Collection (#2)

Saint Andre and Saint Peter, surmounted by a musician angel - Painted wooden ceiling of the chapel Saint Cyprien
JEB4940353 Saint Andre and Saint Peter, surmounted by a musician angel - Painted wooden ceiling of the chapel Saint Cyprien (12th century) in Ascombeguy (Pyrenees Atlantiques)

Spain, Basque Country: A view of a Basque village, 1900
LUX4811582 Spain, Basque Country: A view of a Basque village, 1900; (add.info.: Spain, Basque Country: A view of a Basque village, 1900); Photo © Lux-in-Fine

Advertising poster of the Byrrh aperitif (lithograph)
PCT4257069 Advertising poster of the Byrrh aperitif (lithograph); (add.info.: Byrrh aperitif - natural sweet wine produced in THUIR (Pyrenees Orientales/Roussillon)

Engraving depicting the Battle of Luchana, 1936 (engraving)
3520670 Engraving depicting the Battle of Luchana, 1936 (engraving); (add.info.: Engraving depicting the Battle of Luchana)

France, Aquitaine, Pyrenees-Atlantiques (64), Bayonne: the Mayou bridge above the Nive, 1875
LUX4708935 France, Aquitaine, Pyrenees-Atlantiques (64), Bayonne: the Mayou bridge above the Nive, 1875; (add.info.: France, Aquitaine, Pyrenees-Atlantiques (64)

France, Aquitaine, Pyrenees-Atlantiques (64), Saint-Jean-de-Luz (Saint Jean de Luz): the fort of Socoa, 1880
LUX4708912 France, Aquitaine, Pyrenees-Atlantiques (64), Saint-Jean-de-Luz (Saint Jean de Luz): the fort of Socoa, 1880; (add.info.: France, Aquitaine, Pyrenees-Atlantiques (64)

Basque country, San Sebastian: San Sebastian seen from Conrronea, 1870
LUX4709367 Basque country, San Sebastian: San Sebastian seen from Conrronea, 1870; (add.info.: Basque country, San Sebastian: San Sebastian seen from Conrronea, 1870); Photo © Lux-in-Fine

Basque country, Fontarabia: Main street of the city, 1885
LUX4709248 Basque country, Fontarabia: Main street of the city, 1885; (add.info.: Basque country, Fontarabia: Main street of the city, 1885); Photo © Lux-in-Fine

Basque country, San Sebastian (San Sebastian): La Concha: the Royal Cabin on Rail, 1885
LUX4709180 Basque country, San Sebastian (San Sebastian): La Concha: the Royal Cabin on Rail, 1885; (add.info.: Basque country, San Sebastian (San Sebastian): La Concha: the Royal Cabin on Rail

Basque Country, San Sebastian (San Sebastian, Donostia): In the vicinity of San Sebastian, view of Pasages (Pasaia)
LUX4709109 Basque Country, San Sebastian (San Sebastian, Donostia): In the vicinity of San Sebastian, view of Pasages (Pasaia, Pasajes) taken from the hermitage of San Anne

France, Aquitaine, Pyrenees-Atlantiques (64), Bayonne: students at Bayonne high school, class photo, 1890
LUX4747064 France, Aquitaine, Pyrenees-Atlantiques (64), Bayonne: students at Bayonne high school, class photo, 1890; (add.info.: France, Aquitaine, Pyrenees-Atlantiques (64)

France, Basque Country: A family poses with an old bike 1890
LUX4813763 France, Basque Country: A family poses with an old bike 1890; (add.info.: France, Basque Country: A family poses with an old bike 1890); Photo © Lux-in-Fine

Un Saint (not identified) - Painted wooden ceiling from the chapel of Saint Cyprien (12th century)
JEB4940293 Un Saint (not identified) - Painted wooden ceiling from the chapel of Saint Cyprien (12th century) in Ascombeguy (Pyrenees Atlantiques)

France, Aquitaine, Pyrenees-Atlantiques (64), Biarritz: Basque singers and musicians on a beach in Biarritz, 1895
LUX4810988 France, Aquitaine, Pyrenees-Atlantiques (64), Biarritz: Basque singers and musicians on a beach in Biarritz, 1895; (add.info.: France, Aquitaine, Pyrenees-Atlantiques (64)

Italian War: Ignatius of Loyola (1491-1556) wounded during the siege of Pamplona (Battle of Pamplona) in Spain
ELD4902029 Italian War: Ignatius of Loyola (1491-1556) wounded during the siege of Pamplona (Battle of Pamplona) in Spain, may 1521)

France, Aquitaine, Pyrenees-Atlantiques (64), Biarritz: Basque singers on the beach of Biarritz, 1902
LUX4809803 France, Aquitaine, Pyrenees-Atlantiques (64), Biarritz: Basque singers on the beach of Biarritz, 1902; (add.info.: France, Aquitaine, Pyrenees-Atlantiques (64)

SPAIN. Kortezubi. Horse (13000 BF). Upper Paleolithic. Magdalenian. Cave

San Sebastiᮮ Festival 2012. Jos頓acrist
Sacristᮬ Jos鮠Spanish film and theatre actor. Spanish actor Jose Sacristan poses with Argentinian actress Valeria Alonso (R), after the screening of their film El Muerto y Ser Feliz

San Sebastiᮮ Festival 2012. Javier Rebollo
SPAIN. Donostia. Spanish director Javier Rebollo poses after the screening of his film El Muerto y Ser Feliz, (The dead man and being happy)

San Sebastiᮮ Festival 2009. Qin Lan
SPAIN. Donostia. Chinese actress Qin Lan poses at Kursaal Palace after the screening Lu Chan's film City of Life and Death (Nanjing! Nanjing!). 57th San Sebastian International Film Festival

San Sebastiᮮ Festival 2009. Lu Chan
SPAIN. Donostia. Chinese director Lu Chan poses at Kursaal Palace after the screening of his film City of Life and Death (Nanjing! Nanjing!). 57th San Sebastian International Film Festival

San Sebastiᮮ Festival 2009. Liu Ye
SPAIN. Donostia. Chinese actor Liu Ye poses at Kursaal Palace after the screening Lu Chan's film City of Life and Death (Nanjing! Nanjing!). 57th San Sebastian International Film Festival

San Sebastiᮮ Festival 2009. City of Life and Death
SPAIN. Donostia. Chinese actress Qin Lan is flanked by film director Lu Chan and actor Liu Ye, as they pose at Kursaal Palace after the screening their film City of Life and Death (Nanjing! Nanjing)

Spanish Civil War (1936-1939). Basque Country (1936). Military mass of gudaris

SPAIN. Donostia. Spanish Civil War (1936-1939). Entrance of the nationalist troops into San Sebastian (13th September 1936)

SPAIN. Pasajes de San Juan. Spanish Civil War (1936-1939). Fishing boat at the servixce of the Basque government

SPAIN. Bilbao. Spanish Civil War (1936-1939). Riots on the streets of Bilbao

Spanish Civil War (1936-1939). Irun. Militia at the Loyola bridge

Spanish Civil War (1936-1939). Valencia en homenaje a Euzkadi (Valencia in homage to Euzkadi). Poster. SPAIN. Salamanca. Archivo Historico Nacional

Spanish Civil War Las Juventudes Libertarias
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Spanish Civil War (1936-1939). Dead militia men during the defence of Irun (September 1936). SPAIN. Madrid. Fundacion de Estudios Libertarios Anselmo Lorenzo (FAL)

SPAIN. BASQUE COUNTRY. Spanish Civil War (1936-1939). Soldiers shhoting against aircrafts in Basque Country (April 1937)

Italians Fight Basques Events Spain Civil War
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View of San Sebastian, from the work Civites Orbis Terrarum edited by Georg Braun and engraved by Franz Hogenberg
IND388255 View of San Sebastian, from the work Civites Orbis Terrarum edited by Georg Braun and engraved by Franz Hogenberg, 1576 (coloured engraving) by German School

Pan Blanco! Pan Blanco! (colour litho)
2783708 Pan Blanco! Pan Blanco! (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pan Blanco! Pan Blanco!)

Woman of Bayonne, France, 16th century. 1867 (engraving)
7234946 Woman of Bayonne, France, 16th century. 1867 (engraving) by Lechevallier-Chevignard, Edmond (1825-1902); Private Collection; (add.info.: Woman and child of Bayonne, France, 16th century)

The Basilica, Pamplona, built on the spot where St Ignatius was wounded (engraving)
3635440 The Basilica, Pamplona, built on the spot where St Ignatius was wounded (engraving) by Brewer, Henry Charles (1866-1950); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Basilica, Pamplona)

Costume of a woman of Biscay, Basque Country, Spain, 16th centur, 1859-1860 (engraving)
7234073 Costume of a woman of Biscay, Basque Country, Spain, 16th centur, 1859-1860 (engraving) by Krieger, Christoph (d.c.1590); Private Collection; (add.info.: Costume of a woman of Biscay)

Northern Spain: Pamplona, A Patio near the Cathedral (colour litho)
6028080 Northern Spain: Pamplona, A Patio near the Cathedral (colour litho) by Wigram, Edgar T. A. (1864-1935); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pamplona, A Patio near the Cathedral)

Northern Spain: Pamplona, From the Road to the Frontier (colour litho)
6028077 Northern Spain: Pamplona, From the Road to the Frontier (colour litho) by Wigram, Edgar T. A. (1864-1935); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pamplona, From the Road to the Frontier)

Trois Serenades Basques (Three Basque Serenades) for piano by Oscar de la Cinna (colour litho)
7148573 Trois Serenades Basques (Three Basque Serenades) for piano by Oscar de la Cinna (colour litho) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Basque Country: Church at Itxassou (colour litho)
5988592 Basque Country: Church at Itxassou (colour litho) by Fedden, Arthur Romilly (1875-1939); Private Collection; (add.info.: Church at Itxassou)

The "Puente de Palacio, "the New Bridge over the Nervion at Bilbao in the North of Spain (litho)
1062844 The " Puente de Palacio, " the New Bridge over the Nervion at Bilbao in the North of Spain (litho) by English School

Bilbao (engraving)
1092507 Bilbao (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bilbao. Illustration for The Gallery of Geography by Thomas Milner (William Mackenzie)

Monument at Bilbao to those Slain in the Spanish Civil Wars Forty Years ago (engraving)
1105662 Monument at Bilbao to those Slain in the Spanish Civil Wars Forty Years ago (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Bilbao, Le Pont D Isabelle II (colour photo)
2817438 Bilbao, Le Pont D Isabelle II (colour photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bilbao, Le Pont D Isabelle II)

The Long Trail (colour litho)
2780489 The Long Trail (colour litho) by Maxwell, Donald (1877-1936) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Long Trail)

A Biarritz. Cover of Le Figaro Illustre, March 1895 (colour litho)
3098683 A Biarritz. Cover of Le Figaro Illustre, March 1895 (colour litho) by Kaemmerer, Frederick Hendrick (1839-1902); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Biarritz)

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Basques: A Rich Tapestry of Culture and History The Basques, a proud and resilient people, have left an indelible mark on the world with their vibrant culture and fascinating history. From renowned artists like Sorolla to iconic festivals in San Sebastián, the Basque heritage is as diverse as it is captivating. In Joaquín Sorolla's masterpiece "Maria at the beach, " we catch a glimpse of the idyllic coastal life that has long been cherished by the Basques. The painting captures the essence of their deep connection to nature and their love for seaside leisure. Moving forward in time, we encounter an intriguing advert featuring a Lime Juice Stower. This image hints at the region's maritime traditions and its role as a hub for trade and commerce throughout history. Delving into prehistoric times, we discover Kortezubi's Upper Paleolithic horse carving dating back 13, 000 years. This remarkable artifact showcases early human creativity in this region and highlights its significance even during ancient times. Fast-forwarding to modern-day celebrations, we witness the exuberance of San Sebastián Festival through photographs capturing moments from different years. Josuáacristoac embodies traditional dance moves while Javier Rebollo adds his own artistic flair to this lively event. Reflecting on historical events that shaped Spain's destiny, we find references to Spanish Civil War within Basque Country. Donostia (San Sebastián) becomes a stage where these turbulent times unfold - Pasajes de San Juan also bears witness to this tumultuous period. Through these glimpses into artistry, festivities, and historical struggles emerges a vivid portrait of what it means to be Basque - strong-willed individuals who embrace both tradition and progress with equal fervor. Their rich cultural tapestry continues to inspire generations worldwide.