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Bruges Collection (#8)

Bruges, a European medieval treasure, is a picturesque city located in Belgium's West Flanders region

Background imageBruges Collection: Palace of Justice, with fine Carved Chimney, Bruges (engraving)

Palace of Justice, with fine Carved Chimney, Bruges (engraving)
3638895 Palace of Justice, with fine Carved Chimney, Bruges (engraving) by Allom, Thomas (1804-72) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Palace of Justice, with fine Carved Chimney, Bruges)

Background imageBruges Collection: Recovery of a stolen Van Dyck painting in Belgium (colour litho)

Recovery of a stolen Van Dyck painting in Belgium (colour litho)
3096900 Recovery of a stolen Van Dyck painting in Belgium (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Recovery of a stolen Van Dyck painting in Belgium)

Background imageBruges Collection: Study for the left-hand Portion of a View of Bruges from the South-West

Study for the left-hand Portion of a View of Bruges from the South-West
1217975 Study for the left-hand Portion of a View of Bruges from the South-West (pen and brown ink over traces of black chalk) by Wyngaerde, Anthonis van den (fl.1510-72); Ashmolean Museum

Background imageBruges Collection: Annual procession of the Holy Blood, Bruges, Belgium

Annual procession of the Holy Blood, Bruges, Belgium -- supposedly drops of Jesuss blood brought from the Holy Land in 1150 by Theodoric, Count of Flanders, preserved in a chapel in the Grand Place

Background imageBruges Collection: The Festival of the 'Holy Blood'at Bruges (engraving)

The Festival of the "Holy Blood"at Bruges (engraving)
1050101 The Festival of the " Holy Blood" at Bruges (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Festival of the " Holy Blood" at Bruges)

Background imageBruges Collection: Folio from a miniature Book of Hours, use of Rome, Bruges

Folio from a miniature Book of Hours, use of Rome, Bruges
492867 Folio from a miniature Book of Hours, use of Rome, Bruges, 1530-35 (tempera on vellum) (see also 492863-81) by Bening

Background imageBruges Collection: The Market on the Quay, Bruges (w / c on paper)

The Market on the Quay, Bruges (w / c on paper)
CH402526 The Market on the Quay, Bruges (w/c on paper) by Austin, Samuel (1796-1834); 32.7x51.1 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright

Background imageBruges Collection: The Rest on the Flight into Egypt, c. 1512-15 (oil on wood)

The Rest on the Flight into Egypt, c. 1512-15 (oil on wood)
3614132 The Rest on the Flight into Egypt, c.1512-15 (oil on wood) by David, Gerard (c.1460-1523); 50.8x43.2 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

Background imageBruges Collection: Tommaso di Folco and Maria Portinari, c. 1470 (oil on wood)

Tommaso di Folco and Maria Portinari, c. 1470 (oil on wood)
3614028 Tommaso di Folco and Maria Portinari, c.1470 (oil on wood) by Memling, Hans (c.1433-94); 44.1x33.7 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

Background imageBruges Collection: The Jubilee of St Sang at Bruges (engraving)

The Jubilee of St Sang at Bruges (engraving)
1612195 The Jubilee of St Sang at Bruges (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Jubilee of St Sang at Bruges)

Background imageBruges Collection: The Unexpected Obstacle (Colour Litho)

The Unexpected Obstacle (Colour Litho)
2778222 The Unexpected Obstacle (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The unexpected obstacle)

Background imageBruges Collection: The Rosary Quay (b / w photo)

The Rosary Quay (b / w photo)
3623103 The Rosary Quay (b/w photo) by Belgian Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Rosary Quay)

Background imageBruges Collection: The Chapel of the Holy-Blood (b / w photo)

The Chapel of the Holy-Blood (b / w photo)
3623098 The Chapel of the Holy-Blood (b/w photo) by Belgian Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Chapel of the Holy-Blood)

Background imageBruges Collection: Bruges (engraving)

Bruges (engraving)
3654824 Bruges (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bruges. Illustration for The Illustrated Universal Gazetteer edited by William Francis Ainsworth)

Background imageBruges Collection: The Six Lay Peers of France (engraving)

The Six Lay Peers of France (engraving)
5222524 The Six Lay Peers of France (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Six Lay Peers of France, from the windows of St Saviours Church at Bruges)

Background imageBruges Collection: Music Making Company Outdoors, c. 1540-50 (mixed media on oak panel)

Music Making Company Outdoors, c. 1540-50 (mixed media on oak panel)
5058825 Music Making Company Outdoors, c.1540-50 (mixed media on oak panel) by Benson, Ambrosius (1495-1550); 92.6 x 113.2 cm; Kunstmuseum, Basel, Switzerland; Netherlandish, out of copyright

Background imageBruges Collection: The Cathedral Saint Sauveur (b / w photo)

The Cathedral Saint Sauveur (b / w photo)
3623100 The Cathedral Saint Sauveur (b/w photo) by Belgian Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Cathedral Saint Sauveur)

Background imageBruges Collection: From Caxtons Preface to the Recuyell of the Historyes of Troy, printed at Bruges, c 1475 (litho)

From Caxtons Preface to the Recuyell of the Historyes of Troy, printed at Bruges, c 1475 (litho)
2787001 From Caxtons Preface to the Recuyell of the Historyes of Troy, printed at Bruges, c 1475 (litho) by English School

Background imageBruges Collection: Adam and Eve Eating the Forbidden Fruit, early 1460 (tempera

Adam and Eve Eating the Forbidden Fruit, early 1460 (tempera
5242303 Adam and Eve Eating the Forbidden Fruit, early 1460 (tempera, gold leaf and ink on parchment) by Flemish School, (15th century); 25.6x17.3 cm; J

Background imageBruges Collection: Houses in the Place Jean van Eyck, Bruges (litho)

Houses in the Place Jean van Eyck, Bruges (litho)
5213724 Houses in the Place Jean van Eyck, Bruges (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Houses in the Place Jean van Eyck, Bruges)

Background imageBruges Collection: Le Quai Vert, Bruges (hand-coloured photo)

Le Quai Vert, Bruges (hand-coloured photo)
907983 Le Quai Vert, Bruges (hand-coloured photo) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Background imageBruges Collection: Young Girl of Bruges (b / w photo)

Young Girl of Bruges (b / w photo)
3623111 Young Girl of Bruges (b/w photo) by Belgian Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Young Girl of Bruges)

Background imageBruges Collection: The Green Quay (b / w photo)

The Green Quay (b / w photo)
3623096 The Green Quay (b/w photo) by Belgian Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Green Quay)

Background imageBruges Collection: Barge on the Bruges-Ghent Canal, Spanish Netherlands, 16th Century (colour litho)

Barge on the Bruges-Ghent Canal, Spanish Netherlands, 16th Century (colour litho)
3620664 Barge on the Bruges-Ghent Canal, Spanish Netherlands, 16th Century (colour litho) by Heins, Armand Jean (1856-1938); Private Collection; (add.info.: Barge on the Bruges-Ghent Canal)

Background imageBruges Collection: Self-portrait, 1558 (tempera and gold leaf on parchment)

Self-portrait, 1558 (tempera and gold leaf on parchment)
3525765 Self-portrait, 1558 (tempera and gold leaf on parchment) by Bening, Simon (c.1483-1561); 8.5x5.7 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

Background imageBruges Collection: The Temperate and the Intemperate, c. 1475-80 (tempera and ink on parchment)

The Temperate and the Intemperate, c. 1475-80 (tempera and ink on parchment)
3545794 The Temperate and the Intemperate, c.1475-80 (tempera and ink on parchment) by Master of the Dresden Prayer Book (fl.c.1460-1520); 17.5x19.4 cm; J

Background imageBruges Collection: House of the Pine Cone, Bruges, where St Ignatius stayed (engraving)

House of the Pine Cone, Bruges, where St Ignatius stayed (engraving)
3635495 House of the Pine Cone, Bruges, where St Ignatius stayed (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: House of the Pine Cone, Bruges)

Background imageBruges Collection: Philip the Good, Duke of Burgundy, fighting against an uprising in Bruges, 1437 (engraving)

Philip the Good, Duke of Burgundy, fighting against an uprising in Bruges, 1437 (engraving)
3647798 Philip the Good, Duke of Burgundy, fighting against an uprising in Bruges, 1437 (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Philip the Good)

Background imageBruges Collection: Town Hall, Bruges (engraving)

Town Hall, Bruges (engraving)
2771489 Town Hall, Bruges (engraving) by Haghe, Louis (1806-85) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Town Hall, Bruges)

Background imageBruges Collection: Bruges, Le Canal (colour photo)

Bruges, Le Canal (colour photo)
2817432 Bruges, Le Canal (colour photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bruges, Le Canal)

Background imageBruges Collection: Folio from a miniature Book of Hours, use of Rome, Bruges

Folio from a miniature Book of Hours, use of Rome, Bruges
492871 Folio from a miniature Book of Hours, use of Rome, Bruges, 1530-35 (tempera on vellum) (see also 492863-81) by Bening, Simon (c.1483-1561); 5.9x4.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: James)

Background imageBruges Collection: Folio from a miniature Book of Hours, use of Rome, Bruges

Folio from a miniature Book of Hours, use of Rome, Bruges
492865 Folio from a miniature Book of Hours, use of Rome, Bruges, 1530-35 (tempera on vellum) (see also 492863-81) by Bening

Background imageBruges Collection: Town Hall, Bruges (engraving)

Town Hall, Bruges (engraving)
5221358 Town Hall, Bruges (engraving) by Bartlett, William Henry (1809-54); Private Collection; (add.info.: Town Hall, Bruges)

Background imageBruges Collection: The Canal, Bruges (engraving)

The Canal, Bruges (engraving)
5230626 The Canal, Bruges (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Canal, Bruges)

Background imageBruges Collection: The Royal Carriages at the Hotel de Ville, Bruges (engraving)

The Royal Carriages at the Hotel de Ville, Bruges (engraving)
5230620 The Royal Carriages at the Hotel de Ville, Bruges (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Royal Carriages at the Hotel de Ville, Bruges)

Background imageBruges Collection: New Altar in the Church of the Augustinian Convent, Bruges, Belgium (engraving)

New Altar in the Church of the Augustinian Convent, Bruges, Belgium (engraving)
6022170 New Altar in the Church of the Augustinian Convent, Bruges, Belgium (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageBruges Collection: Menu for a banquet hosted by the Colonel of the Civic Guard of Bruges in honour of the birthday of

Menu for a banquet hosted by the Colonel of the Civic Guard of Bruges in honour of the birthday of the King of
5235198 Menu for a banquet hosted by the Colonel of the Civic Guard of Bruges in honour of the birthday of the King of the Belgians (colour litho) by Belgian School

Background imageBruges Collection: Man Weighing Gold, c. 1515-20 (oil on wood)

Man Weighing Gold, c. 1515-20 (oil on wood)
5667792 Man Weighing Gold, c.1515-20 (oil on wood) by Isenbrandt or Isenbrant, Adriaen (c.1490-1551); 50.8 x 30.5 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

Background imageBruges Collection: Fire at the Governors House, Bruges (engraving)

Fire at the Governors House, Bruges (engraving)
1589926 Fire at the Governors House, Bruges (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fire at the Governors House, Bruges)

Background imageBruges Collection: From La Controversie De Noblesse, printed at Bruges by Colard Mansion about 1475 (litho)

From La Controversie De Noblesse, printed at Bruges by Colard Mansion about 1475 (litho)
2787004 From La Controversie De Noblesse, printed at Bruges by Colard Mansion about 1475 (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: From La Controversie De Noblesse)

Background imageBruges Collection: Tombs of Charles the Bold, and his Daughters, at Bruges (engraving)

Tombs of Charles the Bold, and his Daughters, at Bruges (engraving)
1100888 Tombs of Charles the Bold, and his Daughters, at Bruges (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tombs of Charles the Bold, and his Daughters, at Bruges)

Background imageBruges Collection: Bruges, La Tour des Halles (engraving)

Bruges, La Tour des Halles (engraving)
3653849 Bruges, La Tour des Halles (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bruges, La Tour des Halles)

Background imageBruges Collection: Bruges, Belgium (colour litho)

Bruges, Belgium (colour litho)
3634074 Bruges, Belgium (colour litho) by Forestier, Amedee (1854-1930) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bruges, Belgium)

Background imageBruges Collection: The Ostend Gate (b / w photo)

The Ostend Gate (b / w photo)
3623107 The Ostend Gate (b/w photo) by Belgian Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Ostend Gate)

Background imageBruges Collection: The Marshal Gate (b / w photo)

The Marshal Gate (b / w photo)
3623105 The Marshal Gate (b/w photo) by Belgian Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Marshal Gate)

Background imageBruges Collection: The Blind-Donkey Street (b / w photo)

The Blind-Donkey Street (b / w photo)
3623102 The Blind-Donkey Street (b/w photo) by Belgian Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Blind-Donkey Street)

Background imageBruges Collection: Arms of Bruges (chromolitho)

Arms of Bruges (chromolitho)
2810189 Arms of Bruges (chromolitho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bruges. Illustration for one of a set of cards on the theme of Arms of Foreign Cities published)




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Bruges, a European medieval treasure, is a picturesque city located in Belgium's West Flanders region. With its rich history and stunning architecture, it has become a UNESCO World Heritage Site that attracts visitors from all over the world. One of Bruges' most famous attractions is the Madonna of Bruges, a masterpiece created by Michelangelo during the Renaissance period. This sculpture showcases his incredible talent and remains an iconic symbol of artistry within the city. For beer enthusiasts, Henri Maes Belgian Beer Brewery offers a taste of authentic Belgian brews. The brewery's dedication to crafting high-quality beers has made it renowned among locals and tourists alike. Exploring Bruges' old town feels like stepping back in time. Cobblestone streets wind their way through charming buildings adorned with intricate facades and colorful flowers. It's no wonder why this enchanting setting has been featured in countless movies and books. History buffs will appreciate Bruges' connection to significant events such as the Battle of Waterloo. This battle between Napoleon Bonaparte's forces and those led by Arthur Wellesley (the Duke of Wellington) took place nearby, shaping Europe's future. Art lovers can also admire The Carrickfergus Madonna, another notable artwork depicting Madonna and Child. Its beauty captivates viewers while showcasing the city's appreciation for religious art throughout history. During Christmas time, Market Square transforms into a magical wonderland with its festive Christmas Market set against the backdrop of Belfry tower – an iconic landmark that dominates Bruges' skyline during any season. The Markt square itself is bustling with activity year-round; it serves as both a gathering place for locals and tourists alike as well as hosting various events throughout the year. Nature enthusiasts will find solace at Le Lac d Amour (Lake of Love), offering breathtaking views that perfectly capture Bruges' idyllic charm amidst nature’s splendor.