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Belgium Collection (page 6)

Belgium, a land steeped in rich history and vibrant culture

Background imageBelgium Collection: Warners King apple variety, Malus domestica

Warners King apple variety, Malus domestica.. Drawn by J.L. Macfarlane, Chromolithograph from The Florist and Pomologist Robert Hogg, London, published from 1878 to 1884

Background imageBelgium Collection: Apple variety, Lanes Prince Albert, Malus domestica

Apple variety, Lanes Prince Albert, Malus domestica.. Drawn by Walter Hood Fitch, chromolithographed by Stroobant, Ghent, from The Florist and Pomologist Robert Hogg, London

Background imageBelgium Collection: Mrs Mabel St Clair Stobart

Mrs Mabel St Clair Stobart, pictured on horseback on the front cover of The Tatler. Mrs Mabel St Clair Stobart, was founder of the Womens Sick and Wounded Convoy Corps (1912)

Background imageBelgium Collection: Louis Napoleon Photo 4

Louis Napoleon Photo 4
Prince LOUIS NAPOLEON as a cadet : aged only 13, he goes to war with papa. After the defeat at Sedan, he flees to Belgium and thence to England. Date: 1856 - 1879

Background imageBelgium Collection: Medieval Canal

Medieval Canal
Traditional Belgian architecture along the banks of a canal in the central, historic area

Background imageBelgium Collection: Cover design, International Exhibition, Brussels

Cover design, International Exhibition, Brussels
Cover design, Exposition Universelle et Internationale de Bruxelles (Universal and International Exhibition, Brussels), with international airship competitions

Background imageBelgium Collection: Belgian Air Force 2

Belgian Air Force 2
Willy Coppens de Houthuist (born 1892) fights in World War One, specialising in shooting down German observation balloons, of which he destroys 35 ! Date: 1916+

Background imageBelgium Collection: Poster celebrating Leon Vanderstuyft

Poster celebrating Leon Vanderstuyft
Poster celebrating the achievements of Leon Vanderstuyft, the Belgian racing cyclist who amazingly covered over 125 kilometers in one hour. The poster lists various speeds and victories

Background imageBelgium Collection: Statue, European Parliament, Brussels, Belgium

Statue, European Parliament, Brussels, Belgium

Background imageBelgium Collection: The arresting Belfort

The arresting Belfort, or belfry, soars over the Markt, or marketplace, in Bruges. For centuries it served as a watchtower and clocktower

Background imageBelgium Collection: Bruges, Belgium

Bruges, Belgium

Background imageBelgium Collection: View of Liege, Belgium Circa 1887

View of Liege, Belgium Circa 1887
Beautifully Illustrated Antique Engraved Victorian Illustration of View of Liege, Belgium Circa 1887. Source: Original edition from my own archives. Copyright has expired on this artwork

Background imageBelgium Collection: Belgian troops in a trench, Belgium, c 1917

Belgian troops in a trench, Belgium, c 1917
Belgian troops in a trench, Belgium, c.1917. M. Dewart (Belgian)

Background imageBelgium Collection: Antwerp Cathedral

Antwerp Cathedral
1832: The Gothic cathedral of Notre Dame in Antwerp, Belgium. Original Artwork: Engraving by E K Proctor. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Background imageBelgium Collection: Belgium Indepence - Patriotic Postcard

Belgium Indepence - Patriotic Postcard
The first 80 years of Belgian Indepence (1831-1911) celebrated in this patriotic postcard featuring the King and other Royal family members past and present plus technological advances

Background imageBelgium Collection: Belgian Artillery Battery in action - WWI

Belgian Artillery Battery in action - WWI
Belgian Artillery Battery in action - screened (partially!) by trees - early months of WWI. Date: circa 1914

Background imageBelgium Collection: Europe, Belgium, Antwerp. Brabo Fountain

Europe, Belgium, Antwerp. Brabo Fountain

Background imageBelgium Collection: View across River Meuse showing Collegiate Church of Notre-Dame, Dinant, Wallonia, Belgium, Europe

View across River Meuse showing Collegiate Church of Notre-Dame, Dinant, Wallonia, Belgium, Europe

Background imageBelgium Collection: St. Nicolas Church, Ghent, Belgium

St. Nicolas Church, Ghent, Belgium. Date between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900

Background imageBelgium Collection: Front cover of The Tatler featuring The Queen of the Belgian

Front cover of The Tatler featuring The Queen of the Belgian
Queen Elisabeth of Belgium (1876 - 1965), formerly ELISABETH OF BAVARIA. Wife of King Albert I, during World War One she was popular for her resistance to the German invasion. Date: 1930

Background imageBelgium Collection: St. Niklskerk (St. Nicholas Church), Ghent (Gent), Flanders, Belgium, Europe

St. Niklskerk (St. Nicholas Church), Ghent (Gent), Flanders, Belgium, Europe

Background imageBelgium Collection: Two little girls in Belgian national costume

Two little girls in Belgian national costume, including delicate lace bonnets

Background imageBelgium Collection: Ruins of Ypres

Ruins of Ypres
Ruins of the Cathedral in Ypres, Belgium on the Western Front during World War I

Background imageBelgium Collection: A motor field kitchen: A present to the Queen of Belgium

A motor field kitchen: A present to the Queen of Belgium
The field kitchen was donated by Dr Hector Munro and designed by Barker and Co

Background imageBelgium Collection: Allies - Brave Belgium by Archibald Wells

Allies - Brave Belgium by Archibald Wells
A Belgian cavalry man sits astride his horse against the backdrop of a combined Belgian and Union Jack flag, a symbol of the two countries combined loyalties during World War One

Background imageBelgium Collection: Patriotic Scarf / Belgium

Patriotic Scarf / Belgium
A young, blonde patriotic Belgian girl in tasselled cap & a scarf with a red, yellow & black checker board ground bordered with the Belgian flag & a fringe of tassels

Background imageBelgium Collection: Advert / Van Velsen Beer

Advert / Van Velsen Beer
Poster for Van Velsens Beer from Belgium

Background imageBelgium Collection: Old town, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Bruges, Flanders, Belgium, Europe

Old town, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Bruges, Flanders, Belgium, Europe

Background imageBelgium Collection: Medieval buildings in Central Square, Bruges, Belgium, Europe

Medieval buildings in Central Square, Bruges, Belgium, Europe

Background imageBelgium Collection: Guildhalls in the Grand Place, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Brussels, Belgium, Europe

Guildhalls in the Grand Place, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Brussels, Belgium, Europe

Background imageBelgium Collection: Au Brasseur restaurant, Old Town, Brussels, Belgium, Europe

Au Brasseur restaurant, Old Town, Brussels, Belgium, Europe

Background imageBelgium Collection: Detail of Begijnhof (Beguine House), Bruges, Belgium, Europe

Detail of Begijnhof (Beguine House), Bruges, Belgium, Europe

Background imageBelgium Collection: The old market square, Antwerp, Belgium, Europe

The old market square, Antwerp, Belgium, Europe

Background imageBelgium Collection: Red underwing moth - Belgium

Red underwing moth - Belgium
ME-1920 Red underwing moth Belgium Catocala nupta Johan De Meester Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Background imageBelgium Collection: Natterer's Bat - In flight at night - Belgium (Selysius nattereri)

Natterer's Bat - In flight at night - Belgium (Selysius nattereri)
ME-1355 Natterer's Bat - In flight at night Belgium Myotis nattereri (Selysius nattereri) Johan De Meester Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Background imageBelgium Collection: Canal in the evening and Church of our Lady, Bruges, Belgium, Europe

Canal in the evening and Church of our Lady, Bruges, Belgium, Europe

Background imageBelgium Collection: Minnewater, Lake of Love, Bruges, Belgium, Europe

Minnewater, Lake of Love, Bruges, Belgium, Europe

Background imageBelgium Collection: Burg Square and Belfry tower, Bruges, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Belgium, Europe

Burg Square and Belfry tower, Bruges, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Belgium, Europe

Background imageBelgium Collection: Marketplace, Bruges, Belgium

Marketplace, Bruges, Belgium

Background imageBelgium Collection: The Vlissinghe cafe, Flemish bar built in 1515 and used by Van Dyck, Blekerstraat

The Vlissinghe cafe, Flemish bar built in 1515 and used by Van Dyck, Blekerstraat, Bruges, Belgium, Europe

Background imageBelgium Collection: Looking towards the Belfry of Belfort Hallen, Bruges, Belgium

Looking towards the Belfry of Belfort Hallen, Bruges, Belgium

Background imageBelgium Collection: The Belfry of Belfort-Hallen illuminated at night, Bruges (Brugge), UNESCO World Heritage Site

The Belfry of Belfort-Hallen illuminated at night, Bruges (Brugge), UNESCO World Heritage Site, Belgium, Europe

Background imageBelgium Collection: The Royal Palace, Brussels, Belgium

The Royal Palace, Brussels, Belgium

Background imageBelgium Collection: The European Commission and Parliament Buildings, the Cheese-Box building in Brussels

The European Commission and Parliament Buildings, the Cheese-Box building in Brussels, Belgium, Europe

Background imageBelgium Collection: Gabled Houses and 13th c. Belfry along the canals, Bruges, Belgium

Gabled Houses and 13th c. Belfry along the canals, Bruges, Belgium

Background imageBelgium Collection: Puppets, Tournai

Puppets, Tournai
TOURNAI, Belgium Traditional Guignol de la Maison Tournaisienne (puppet theatre)

Background imageBelgium Collection: King of Belgium - Albert I

King of Belgium - Albert I
Albert I King of Belgium (1909-34) (see picture 10425347 for the full-length version of this image)

Background imageBelgium Collection: Belgium / Antwerp C1700

Belgium / Antwerp C1700
Antwerp: distant view




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Belgium, a land steeped in rich history and vibrant culture. From the iconic Battle of Waterloo to the thrilling Formula One World Championship at Spa Francorchamps, this country has left an indelible mark on the world stage. In 1815, Belgium witnessed one of its most defining moments - the Battle of Waterloo. A map from that era showcases the strategic maneuvers that shaped Europe's destiny. British soldiers valiantly advanced, marking their place in history alongside Belgian heroes. Fast forward to 1988, where adrenaline filled the air during the Formula One World Championship: Belgian Grand Prix. The roar of engines echoed through Spa Francorchamps as drivers pushed their limits on this legendary track. Pit signals displayed Jim Clark's commanding lead over Jackie Stewart - a moment etched in racing folklore. But Belgium's contributions extend beyond battles and races; it is also home to renowned artists like Jan van Eyck and Hubert van Eyck. Their masterpieces captivate audiences with intricate details and exquisite craftsmanship, showcasing Belgium's artistic prowess throughout centuries. During World War II, a poster highlighted the valorous activities of 52 (Lowland) Division - brave soldiers who fought for freedom against tyranny. Their unwavering spirit symbolizes Belgium's resilience in times of adversity. Away from war zones and racetracks lies another charming aspect of Belgian life – a Dachshund choir having a dress rehearsal. This whimsical scene reminds us that amidst chaos, joy can be found even in unexpected places. And let us not forget Zeebrugge in 1918 when HMS Vindictive played its part during WWI under artist Charles John De Lacy’s brush strokes. This historic event showcased Belgium's bravery and determination against all odds. From ancient battlegrounds to modern-day circuits, from breathtaking artistry to adorable canine ensembles – Belgium encompasses it all within its borders.