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Birds Eye Views Collection (#4)

"Capturing the World from Above: A Glimpse into Bird's Eye Views" The Encampment of the English Forces near Portsmouth during the Battle of the Solent

Background imageBirds Eye Views Collection: The merry go round (das Karusell), 1922 (oil on canvas)

The merry go round (das Karusell), 1922 (oil on canvas)
2596981 The merry go round (das Karusell), 1922 (oil on canvas) by Spies, Walter (1895-1942); 80x105 cm; Arma Museum, Ubud, Bali, Indonesia; Photo © Stefano Baldini

Background imageBirds Eye Views Collection: Panoramic view of Rome from the Janiculum Hill, 1800-25 (glass micromosaic)

Panoramic view of Rome from the Janiculum Hill, 1800-25 (glass micromosaic)
862851 Panoramic view of Rome from the Janiculum Hill, 1800-25 (glass micromosaic) by Testa, Antonio (fl.1800-25); Victoria & Albert Museum, London

Background imageBirds Eye Views Collection: Spianata dell'Acquasola (Genoa), 1800-49 (oil on canvas)

Spianata dell'Acquasola (Genoa), 1800-49 (oil on canvas)
7352744 Spianata dell'Acquasola (Genoa), 1800-49 (oil on canvas) by Garibbo, Luigi (c.1782-1869); 101x143 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Artist: Luigi Garibbo (1782-1869)); Luisa Ricciarini

Background imageBirds Eye Views Collection: 7381558

7381558

Background imageBirds Eye Views Collection: Lourdes, France, c. 1905 (photo)

Lourdes, France, c. 1905 (photo)
1730942 Lourdes, France, c. 1905 (photo) by French Photographer (20th century); (add.info.: Lourdes, France, c. 1905)

Background imageBirds Eye Views Collection: Predikheren Monastery in Bruges (w/c & pencil on paper)

Predikheren Monastery in Bruges (w/c & pencil on paper)
490346 Predikheren Monastery in Bruges (w/c & pencil on paper) by Beerblock, Johannes (1739-1806); Groeningemuseum, Bruges, Belgium; © Art in Flanders

Background imageBirds Eye Views Collection: Map of Bruges and the Feudal Grounds (oil on canvas)

Map of Bruges and the Feudal Grounds (oil on canvas)
490264 Map of Bruges and the Feudal Grounds (oil on canvas) by Lobberecht, Joannes (18th century) ; Groeningemuseum, Bruges, Belgium; © Art in Flanders

Background imageBirds Eye Views Collection: Map of the Liberty of Bruges (oil on canvas)

Map of the Liberty of Bruges (oil on canvas)
490262 Map of the Liberty of Bruges (oil on canvas) by Pourbus, Pieter Jansz. (1523-84); 151x322.2 cm; Groeningemuseum, Bruges

Background imageBirds Eye Views Collection: Fish market (oil on canvas)

Fish market (oil on canvas)
471248 Fish market (oil on canvas) by Valckenborch, Frederik (1570-1623); 120x180 cm; Koninklijk Museum voor Schone Kunsten, Antwerp, Belgium; © Art in Flanders

Background imageBirds Eye Views Collection: Fair on Vrijdagmarkt in Ghent (oil on canvas)

Fair on Vrijdagmarkt in Ghent (oil on canvas)
471143 Fair on Vrijdagmarkt in Ghent (oil on canvas) by Smet, Gustave de (1877-1943); 43x49 cm; Koninklijk Museum voor Schone Kunsten, Antwerp, Belgium; © Art in Flanders

Background imageBirds Eye Views Collection: CATALONIA, 2022 (photography)

CATALONIA, 2022 (photography)
7333737 CATALONIA, 2022 (photography) by Moncunill, Lluis (1868-1931); (add.info.: Masia Freixa ( 1907 ). Modernist building inspired by Gaudi. Lluis Moncunill architect

Background imageBirds Eye Views Collection: Map of Bruges (oil on canvas)

Map of Bruges (oil on canvas)
490265 Map of Bruges (oil on canvas) by Flemish School, (16th century); Groeningemuseum, Bruges, Belgium; © Art in Flanders

Background imageBirds Eye Views Collection: Map of Bruges and the Waterways (oil on canvas)

Map of Bruges and the Waterways (oil on canvas)
490263 Map of Bruges and the Waterways (oil on canvas) by Lobberecht, Joannes (18th century) ; 177x232 cm; Groeningemuseum, Bruges, Belgium; © Art in Flanders

Background imageBirds Eye Views Collection: Village at the Scheldt, 1587 (oil on panel)

Village at the Scheldt, 1587 (oil on panel)
471271 Village at the Scheldt, 1587 (oil on panel) by Grimmer, Jacob (c.1526-89); 121x196 cm; Koninklijk Museum voor Schone Kunsten, Antwerp, Belgium; © Art in Flanders

Background imageBirds Eye Views Collection: Bird's-eye-view of a military camp with fortifications, 1684 (pen and brown ink on paper)

Bird's-eye-view of a military camp with fortifications, 1684 (pen and brown ink on paper)
7308316 Bird's-eye-view of a military camp with fortifications, 1684 (pen and brown ink on paper) by Flamen, Albert (c.1620 - after 1693); 16.7x20.2 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford

Background imageBirds Eye Views Collection: The palace in Monaco in 1732, (painting)

The palace in Monaco in 1732, (painting)
1757947 The palace in Monaco in 1732, (painting) by Bressan, Joseph (fl.1732); (add.info.: The palace in Monaco in 1732, painting by Joseph Bressan); © Tallandier

Background imageBirds Eye Views Collection: Coromandel ten-panel floor screen, 1719 (lacquer)

Coromandel ten-panel floor screen, 1719 (lacquer)
3619698 Coromandel ten-panel floor screen, 1719 (lacquer) by Chinese School, Qing Dynasty - Kangxi Period (1662-1722); 239.4x495.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Base designed by William Haines)

Background imageBirds Eye Views Collection: Battle of Anaquito, 1726 (engraving)

Battle of Anaquito, 1726 (engraving)
IND388220 Battle of Anaquito, 1726 (engraving) by Spanish School, (18th century); Biblioteca Universidad, Barcelona, Spain; (add.info.: Battle in the third civil war of Peru)

Background imageBirds Eye Views Collection: The Battle of Chuquingua, 1726 (engraving)

The Battle of Chuquingua, 1726 (engraving)
IND388219 The Battle of Chuquingua, 1726 (engraving) by Spanish School, (18th century); Biblioteca Universidad, Barcelona, Spain; (add.info.: Battle during the Fifth Civil War of Peru)

Background imageBirds Eye Views Collection: Plaza del Castelar, Madrid, 1910 (oil on canvas)

Plaza del Castelar, Madrid, 1910 (oil on canvas)
IND86488 Plaza del Castelar, Madrid, 1910 (oil on canvas) by Echevarria y Zuricaldav, Juan de (1875-1931); Private Collection; Index Fototeca

Background imageBirds Eye Views Collection: The Castilians arrive at the Bay of San Mateo and The Castilians pass the Island of Puna

The Castilians arrive at the Bay of San Mateo and The Castilians pass the Island of Puna, 1726 (engraving)
IND388222 The Castilians arrive at the Bay of San Mateo and The Castilians pass the Island of Puna, 1726 (engraving) by Spanish School, (18th century); Biblioteca Universidad, Barcelona

Background imageBirds Eye Views Collection: The death of Magellan in a battle with the Indians, 1726 (engraving)

The death of Magellan in a battle with the Indians, 1726 (engraving)
IND388238 The death of Magellan in a battle with the Indians, 1726 (engraving) by Spanish School, (18th century); Biblioteca Universidad, Barcelona

Background imageBirds Eye Views Collection: The ship Victoria on her arrival at Seville in 1522, 1726 (engraving)

The ship Victoria on her arrival at Seville in 1522, 1726 (engraving)
IND388239 The ship Victoria on her arrival at Seville in 1522, 1726 (engraving) by Spanish School, (18th century); Biblioteca Universidad, Barcelona

Background imageBirds Eye Views Collection: Detail - The Siege of La Rochelle by troops of Cardinal Richelieu in 1627-68 (oil on canvas)

Detail - The Siege of La Rochelle by troops of Cardinal Richelieu in 1627-68 (oil on canvas)
354837 Detail - The Siege of La Rochelle by troops of Cardinal Richelieu in 1627-68 (oil on canvas) by French School, (17th century); Chateau de Versailles

Background imageBirds Eye Views Collection: Battle of Panama, 1726 (engraving)

Battle of Panama, 1726 (engraving)
IND388226 Battle of Panama, 1726 (engraving) by Spanish School, (18th century); Biblioteca Universidad, Barcelona, Spain; (add.info.: Arias de Acevedo leads the vanguard of Panama)

Background imageBirds Eye Views Collection: Francisco Pizarro and his comrades at Gorgona, 1726 (engraving)

Francisco Pizarro and his comrades at Gorgona, 1726 (engraving)
IND388235 Francisco Pizarro and his comrades at Gorgona, 1726 (engraving) by Spanish School, (18th century); Biblioteca Universidad, Barcelona

Background imageBirds Eye Views Collection: Vasco Nunez claims possession of the South Sea, 1726 (engraving)

Vasco Nunez claims possession of the South Sea, 1726 (engraving)
IND388237 Vasco Nunez claims possession of the South Sea, 1726 (engraving) by Spanish School, (18th century); Biblioteca Universidad, Barcelona

Background imageBirds Eye Views Collection: The arrival of Francisco Pizarro with 180 men and three ships at Tumbes, 1726 (engraving)

The arrival of Francisco Pizarro with 180 men and three ships at Tumbes, 1726 (engraving)
IND388221 The arrival of Francisco Pizarro with 180 men and three ships at Tumbes, 1726 (engraving) by Spanish School, (18th century); Biblioteca Universidad, Barcelona

Background imageBirds Eye Views Collection: The Magellan fleet on its way to the South Sea after crossing the Strait, 1726 (engraving)

The Magellan fleet on its way to the South Sea after crossing the Strait, 1726 (engraving)
IND388240 The Magellan fleet on its way to the South Sea after crossing the Strait, 1726 (engraving) by Spanish School, (18th century); Biblioteca Universidad, Barcelona

Background imageBirds Eye Views Collection: General view of Turin, Italy, 19th century

General view of Turin, Italy, 19th century
7269218 General view of Turin, Italy, 19th century.; Private Collection; (add.info.: General view of Turin, Italy, seen here in the 19th century)

Background imageBirds Eye Views Collection: Brooklyn Bridge, 1899 (oil on canvas)

Brooklyn Bridge, 1899 (oil on canvas)
5859338 Brooklyn Bridge, 1899 (oil on canvas) by Ranger, Henry Ward (1858-1916); 72--91 cm; The Art Institute of Chicago, IL, USA; (add.info.: Henry Ward Ranger (1858-1916))

Background imageBirds Eye Views Collection: Bear baiting, Manchester, 1819 (pen & ink and wash on paper)

Bear baiting, Manchester, 1819 (pen & ink and wash on paper)
CHL404792 Bear baiting, Manchester, 1819 (pen & ink and wash on paper) by Barritt, Thomas (d.1820); 14.8x19 cm; Chethams Library, Manchester

Background imageBirds Eye Views Collection: View of Besancon, France (colour engraving)

View of Besancon, France (colour engraving)
1730955 View of Besancon, France (colour engraving) by French School, (19th century); (add.info.: View of Besancon, France, engraving, 19th century)

Background imageBirds Eye Views Collection: Central Berlin, 1937 (colour litho)

Central Berlin, 1937 (colour litho)
1729647 Central Berlin, 1937 (colour litho) by German School, (20th century); (add.info.: Germany central Berlin 1937)

Background imageBirds Eye Views Collection: Bresson Square, Algiers, Algeria, c. 1900 (photo)

Bresson Square, Algiers, Algeria, c. 1900 (photo)
1729645 Bresson Square, Algiers, Algeria, c. 1900 (photo) by French Photographer (20th century); (add.info.: Alger, Algerie, c. 1900 : place Bresson Algiers, Algeria, c. 1900 : Bresson square)

Background imageBirds Eye Views Collection: Birds Eye View of Philadelphia, c. 1850 (colour litho)

Birds Eye View of Philadelphia, c. 1850 (colour litho)
7262118 Birds Eye View of Philadelphia, c.1850 (colour litho) by Bachmann, John (fl.1850-77); 55.9x76.2 cm; Free Library of Philadelphia; (add.info.: Drawn from nature and on stone by J)

Background imageBirds Eye Views Collection: Rocio square, Lisbon, c. 1900 (b / w photo)

Rocio square, Lisbon, c. 1900 (b / w photo)
1728973 Rocio square, Lisbon, c. 1900 (b/w photo) by Unknown photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: Rocio square, Lisbon, portugal, c. 1900)

Background imageBirds Eye Views Collection: The Abbey of Saint-Germain-des-Pres in c. 1520 (coloured engraving)

The Abbey of Saint-Germain-des-Pres in c. 1520 (coloured engraving)
1728999 The Abbey of Saint-Germain-des-Pres in c.1520 (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); (add.info.: The abbey of Saint Germain des Pres (Paris) c. 1520, 19th century engraving)

Background imageBirds Eye Views Collection: Florence, 1924 (drypoint)

Florence, 1924 (drypoint)
3088245 Florence, 1924 (drypoint) by Nixon, Job (1891-1938); 24.76x34.92 cm; Private Collection; © Liss Fine Art

Background imageBirds Eye Views Collection: Belgravia out of Doors (engraving)

Belgravia out of Doors (engraving)
7192011 Belgravia out of Doors (engraving) by Doyle, Richard (1824-83) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Belgravia out of Doors)

Background imageBirds Eye Views Collection: Rotten Row in the Season (engraving)

Rotten Row in the Season (engraving)
7192008 Rotten Row in the Season (engraving) by Doyle, Richard (1824-83) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rotten Row in the Season)

Background imageBirds Eye Views Collection: The Smoking Room at the Club (engraving)

The Smoking Room at the Club (engraving)
7192005 The Smoking Room at the Club (engraving) by Doyle, Richard (1824-83) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Smoking Room at the Club)

Background imageBirds Eye Views Collection: 'At Home'(engraving)

"At Home"(engraving)
7192023 " At Home" (engraving) by Doyle, Richard (1824-83) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: " At Home. Small and Early." Refreshments)

Background imageBirds Eye Views Collection: The Picture Sale (engraving)

The Picture Sale (engraving)
7192014 The Picture Sale (engraving) by Doyle, Richard (1824-83) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Picture Sale)

Background imageBirds Eye Views Collection: At the Sea-side (engraving)

At the Sea-side (engraving)
7192013 At the Sea-side (engraving) by Doyle, Richard (1824-83) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: At the Sea-side. Illustration for Birds Eye Views of Society, drawn by Richard Doyle)

Background imageBirds Eye Views Collection: 'At Home;'-- Music (engraving)

"At Home;"-- Music (engraving)
7192007 " At Home; " -- Music (engraving) by Doyle, Richard (1824-83) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: " At Home; " -- Music)

Background imageBirds Eye Views Collection: Germans occupying Alsace (colour litho)

Germans occupying Alsace (colour litho)
NUL321387 Germans occupying Alsace (colour litho) by Waltz, Jean-Jacques (Hansi) (1873-1951); Private Collection




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"Capturing the World from Above: A Glimpse into Bird's Eye Views" The Encampment of the English Forces near Portsmouth during the Battle of the Solent, 1778 (engraving) (later colouration): Witness history unfold as you soar above an intense battle scene, offering a unique perspective on military strategies and historical events. Eastern Geelong (colour photo): Discover the stunning beauty of Eastern Geelong from a bird's eye view, where vibrant colors blend with nature's wonders to create a mesmerizing tapestry that stretches as far as the eye can see. London in 1888: The City Road, Finsbury Circus to the "Angel" Islington (engraving): Transport yourself back in time and witness Victorian London bustling beneath you; observe horse-drawn carriages traversing cobblestone streets and marvel at architectural gems that still stand today. London in 1888: Euston Road and Marylebone Road, Kings Cross to Paddington (engraving): Soar high above iconic landmarks like Kings Cross Station and Paddington while immersing yourself in Victorian charm through this captivating bird's eye view of historic London. London in 1888: Tottenham Court Road and Hampstead Road, to Camden Town (engraving): Embark on a visual journey through time as you explore bustling streets lined with shops, markets, and grand buildings that have witnessed centuries of change from this extraordinary aerial vantage point. The inner bailey, Berkeley Castle, from Country Houses of the Cotswolds (b/w photo): Marvel at medieval architecture as you hover over Berkeley Castle’s inner bailey; experience its imposing presence surrounded by lush greenery while gaining insight into England’s rich heritage. Cranborne Manor, from The English Manor House (b/w photo): Take flight over Cranborne Manor, a quintessential English manor house nestled amidst picturesque landscapes.