Bohemian Collection (#57)

MAXIMILIAN II (1527-1576). King of Bohemia (1562-76) and Hungary (1563-76) and Holy Roman Emperor (1564-76). Line engraving, French, 18th century

MARIA THERESA (1717-1780). Archduchess of Austria and Queen of Hungary and Bohemia. Stipple engraving, French, early 19th century

FREDERICK V (1596-1632). Known as the Winter King. Elector of the Palatinate, 1610-1623 and King of Bohemia, 1619-1620. Copper engraving, early 18th century

WENCESLAUS (1361-1419). King of Germany and Holy Roman Emperor, 1378-1400; King of Bohemia, 1378-1419. Copper engraving, French, 1712

JAN HUS (c1369-1415). Bohemian religious reformer. Copper engraving, 17th century

Prebischtor and the Kirkelstein, Bohemian Switzerland, Bohemia, Austro-Hungary. Date between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900

Tetschen, Bohemian Switzerland, Bohemia, Austro-Hungary. Date between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900

Prachatitz, Bohemian Switzerland, Bohemia, Austro-Hungary. Date between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900

Edmunds Klamm, Bohemian Switzerland, Bohemia, Austro-Hungary. Date between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900

Prebischtor with Rosenberg, Bohemian Switzerland, Bohemia, Austro-Hungary. Date between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900

Edmunds Klamm, boat station, Bohemian Switzerland, Bohemia, Austro-Hungary. Date between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900

Bohemian glass by Harrach and Hofmann
A selection of Bohemian fancy glass on display at the International Exhibition of 1862, featuring pieces by two manufacturers, Harrach of Bohemia, and Hofmann of Prague. Date: 1862

The Return of the Native by Webster Murray
A bearded bohemian type appears in a cafe, making the rest of its patrons appear considerably less bohemian. Date: 1927

Bohemian glass at the Great Exhibition, 1851
A display of fancy Bohemian coloured glass on display at the Great Exhibition in 1851. Date: 1851

Just As it Used to Be by Fred Purvis
A lively scene of revelry in a Chelsea artists studio showing some Bright Young Things of the 1920s dancing, drinking and smoking at a party

Bohemian Racial Types
Germanic racial types of Silesia and southern Bohemia taking part in a festival parade. Date: 1930s

Czech Peasant Dance
Czechoslovakian peasants dancing in traditional costumes. Date: 1930s

Chodenland Women
Women of Chodenland, (Bohemia, Czechoslovakia), quietly knitting traditional dark red socks. Date: 1930s

Chodenland Spinners
Women of Chodenland, (Bohemia, Czechoslovakia), spinning flax at their humming spinning wheels, singing folk songs as they spin in their colourful red dresses. Date: 1930s

Chodenland Girl Spinner
A girl of Chodenland, (Bohemia, Czechoslovakia), spinning flax wrapped around a distaff, which is always tied around a ribbon embroidered with many colours. Date: 1930s

King & Eight Bells Pub
The King and Eight Bells public house, Cheyne Row, Chelsea, London, once a popular haunt of Londons artistic Bohemian set. Date: 1930s

Ferdinand Bubna-Littiz
FERDINAND graf BUBNA-LITTIZ Bohemian military, commander in Lombardy, died in Milano - this is presumably him on his deathbed. Date: 1768 - 1825

Chelsea Foreshore
Stretching along the foreshore to the west of Chelsea Bridge, London, is this long line of old sailing barges. This Barges Graveyard houses many bohemian artistic Londoners. Date: 1940s

Chodenland Costumes
Men and women of Chodenland (Bohemia, Czechoslovakia), with their lovely traditional costumes of floral embroidery against a dark background and typical dark silk head-dresses. Date: 1930s

Bohemian Waxwing (Bombycilla garrulus) adult, feeding on fruit, Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland, november

Biblical symbolism, 17th century
Biblical symbolism. 17th-century woodcut text and diagram showing the orbit of the clock of the Sun and the Moon, with a heavenly hand (Christ, upper right) holding a compass to the circles

Orteliuss map of Bohemia, 1570
Orteliuss map of Bohemia. This map is from the 1570 first edition of Theatrum orbis terrarum ( Theatre of the World ). Drawn by the Flemish mapmaker Abraham Ortelius (1527-1598)

SAINT LUKE In initial P : illumination from a Bohemian Bible, 1391, in Latin
SAINT LUKE In initial " P" : illumination from a Bohemian Bible, 1391, in Latin

ANTONIN DVORAK (1841-1904). Bohemian composer. Crayon, 19th century

RUDOLF SERKIN (1903-1991). Bohemian (naturalized U. S. ) pianist. Adolf Busch (1897-1952), on left
RUDOLF SERKIN (1903-1991). Bohemian (naturalized U.S.) pianist. Adolf Busch (1897-1952), on left. Pencil drawing, c1935, by Hilda Wiener

Bohemian Waxwing (Bombycilla garrulus) adult, perched on Firethorn (Pyracantha sp. ) with berries, Leicestershire
Bohemian Waxwing (Bombycilla garrulus) adult, perched on Firethorn (Pyracantha sp.) with berries, Leicestershire, England, winter

Music cover for The Bohemian Polka, composed by Herrman Koenig (1827-1898) and dedicated to Viscount Bury (later the 7th Earl of Albemarle)

Village near Pribram, Czech Republic
The regimented planned housing Suburb village outside the city of Pribram in the Czech Republic (Central Bohemian Region)

Davle - Czech Republic
Davle - a market town in Central Bohemian Region, Czech Republic. It is located about 25 km south of Prague on the confluence of the Vltava and Sazava rivers (pictured)

Jindrichuv Hradec - Czech Republic
Jindrichuv Hradec - a town in the South Bohemian Region of the Czech Republic

Seller of little chickens
A Bohemian Gypsy lady chicken seller, specialising in little chickens. Pictures with her young male assistant

Turkish Gypsy twins
A pair of Turkish Gypsy twins in traditional costume

Bohemian Women enjoying the high life
Gypsy Bohemian women in Turkey indulging in the high life

Two Bohemian Peasant Women in Conversation
Two Bohemian Peasant Women, one heavily pregnant, in conversation in Constantinople, . The lady on the right is a flower seller

Kourim, Czech Republic
Scenes of Kourim, Czech Republic. From 13th to 16th century Kourim used to be among most important towns in Bohemia

Impoverished artists by Bruce Bairnsfather
Humorous illustration showing two impoverished and bohemian artists living in a top floor flat. The woman, holding a small statue or sculpture in her arms, asks her partner, " Robledo

Jan Ladislav Dussek
JAN LADISLAV DUSSEK Bohemian pianist and composer

Bedrich Smetana / Anon
BEDRICH SMETANA Bohemian musician

Smoking Fashions 1836
Green cravat, yellow waistcoat with Brandenbourg trim, red fringed sash, green checked trousers, red slippers, paisley dressing gown & long pipe. Brown cloak with cape

Trilby Music Sheet
The immense success of Du Mauriers romance of Bohemian Paris inspires countless spin- offs : this is a waltz by Charles Le Thiere

Russian Student Group
A group of Russian students pose for a photograph

Puryne / Purkinje
JAN EVANGELISTA PURKYNE (or Purkinje) - Bohemian physiologist from Prague, friend of Goethe

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"Exploring the Bohemian Spirit: From Chelsea to Cesky Krumlov" Step into the world of bohemians, where art, culture, and freedom intertwine. The Bohemians of Chelsea at Tantivy Towers set the stage for a vibrant scene filled with creativity and unconventional lifestyles. Traveling to the South Bohemian Region in Czech Republic, Cesky Krumlov captures the essence of bohemia with its picturesque streets and charming atmosphere. Lose yourself in its beauty as you wander across bridges over Vltava river against a starlit sky from Letna park at night. The Pony Gymkhana at Breamore House in Salisbury brings together Miss Fanny Fletcher and Miss Vivien John, showcasing their passion for equestrian sports. Their free-spirited nature shines through as they gracefully navigate through obstacles. In Wenceslaus Hollar's masterpiece "The Four Seasons: Summer, " we witness the bohemian love for nature's bounty. The vibrant colors and intricate details transport us to a world where summer blooms are celebrated with joyous abandon. As Rubinstein plays piano, his melodies resonate with the soul of every true bohemian. His music echoes through time, reminding us that artistic expression knows no boundaries or limitations. Join in on social gatherings like Bloomsbury Drinks where intellectuals gather to discuss ideas that challenge societal norms. Here, conversations flow freely amidst laughter and clinking glasses - an embodiment of true bohemian camaraderie. History takes center stage as we delve into significant events such as the Defenestration of Prague. This act symbolizes rebellion against oppression - a defining characteristic of those who embrace their inner bohemian spirit. Tamati Waka Nene's portrait from 1890 showcases his proud Maori heritage while embodying resilience and cultural identity - qualities cherished by all true bohemians throughout history. Dorelia McNeill, wife of Augustus John, exudes bohemian elegance and grace.