Christopher Collection (#2)

Christopher Columbus before the council of Salamanca, Spain in 1487, from The World's Inhabitants by G.T
5242670 Christopher Columbus before the council of Salamanca, Spain in 1487, from The World's Inhabitants by G.T. Bettany pub. 1888; (add.info.: Christopher Columbus, 1451 to 1506)

Christopher Columbus in his boat, has the sail marked with a Maltese Cross
PCT4272680 Christopher Columbus in his boat, has the sail marked with a Maltese Cross.; (add.info.: Christopher Columbus in his boat, has the sail marked with a Maltese Cross)

The return of Christopher Columbus to Spain before King Ferdinand II of Aragon and Isabella 1st of Castile
XEE5027486 The return of Christopher Columbus to Spain before King Ferdinand II of Aragon and Isabella 1st of Castile (called the Catholic) after discovering America (fresco); (add.info)

Woman using typewriter by American inventor Christopher Latham Sholes (1819-1890)
535491 Woman using typewriter by American inventor Christopher Latham Sholes (1819-1890). 1872 (wood engraving from Scientific American, New York); (add.info.: Forerunner of 20th century machine)

Christopher Columbus Hearing the Cry of Land Land! in 1492.1910 (print)
2638459 Christopher Columbus Hearing the Cry of Land Land! in 1492.1910 (print); Private Collection; (add.info.: Christopher Columbus, 1451 -1506. Italian explorer, colonizer and navigator)

Map showing the Gulf of Paria or De La Ballena as Christopher Columbus named it on his third voyage, 1892 (print)
2915323 Map showing the Gulf of Paria or De La Ballena as Christopher Columbus named it on his third voyage, 1892 (print); (add.info.: From the book Life of Christopher Columbus by Clements R)

Coat of Arms of Christopher Columbus, 1892 (print)
2915311 Coat of Arms of Christopher Columbus, 1892 (print); (add.info.: From the book Life of Christopher Columbus by Clements R. Markham published 1892.); Photo © Hilary Morgan

A 15th century carrack, a three masted sailing ship used in the time of Christopher Columbus
3253021 A 15th century carrack, a three masted sailing ship used in the time of Christopher Columbus; (add.info.: A 15th century carrack)

Western part of the map of Juan de la Cosa from 1500. Juan de la Cosa sailed with Christopher Columbus on his first
2915327 Western part of the map of Juan de la Cosa from 1500. Juan de la Cosa sailed with Christopher Columbus on his first three voyages. From the book Life of Christopher Columbus by Clements R

Map of Guanahani or San Salvador showing Watling Island where Christopher Columbus made landfall in 1492
2915316 Map of Guanahani or San Salvador showing Watling Island where Christopher Columbus made landfall in 1492. From the book Life of Christopher Columbus by Clements R

Map of Veragua showing coastline explored by Christopher Columbus on his fourth voyage, in 1502
2915330 Map of Veragua showing coastline explored by Christopher Columbus on his fourth voyage, in 1502. From the book Life of Christopher Columbus by Clements R

Antonio de Herrera y Tordesillas map of the Bahamas, 1601. From the book Life of Christopher Columbus by Clements R
2915318 Antonio de Herrera y Tordesillas map of the Bahamas, 1601. From the book Life of Christopher Columbus by Clements R. Markham published 1892.; Photo © Hilary Morgan

Christopher Columbus greeted by Ferdinand II of Aragon and Isabella of Castile on his return from his first voyage to
528577 Christopher Columbus greeted by Ferdinand II of Aragon and Isabella of Castile on his return from his first voyage to the New World, February 1493

Christopher Columbus and the egg, 1899 (print)
2913940 Christopher Columbus and the egg, 1899 (print); Private Collection; (add.info.: Christopher Columbus replying to his critics)

The new world, the discovery of the Americas: Christopher Columbus in prison
5313664 The new world, the discovery of the Americas: Christopher Columbus in prison; SeM Studio/UIG

The new world, the discovery of the Americas: The landing of Christopher Columbus
5313663 The new world, the discovery of the Americas: The landing of Christopher Columbus; SeM Studio/UIG

Representation of the departure of Christopher Columbus to the New World
VEN5031153 Representation of the departure of Christopher Columbus to the New World.; (add.info.: Plate from an atlas, drawing by Giuseppe Moricci (1806-1880), 19th century

Eurasian baneberry or Herb Christopher, Actaea spicata
5855936 Eurasian baneberry or Herb Christopher, Actaea spicata; (add.info.: Eurasian baneberry or Herb Christopher, Actaea spicata)

Map of Espanola with the Columbine Forts and settlements. From the book Life of Christopher Columbus by Clements R
2915321 Map of Espanola with the Columbine Forts and settlements. From the book Life of Christopher Columbus by Clements R. Markham published 1892.; Photo © Hilary Morgan

Map of the Spanish coast from Huelva to Cadiz. From the book Life of Christopher Columbus by Clements R
2915320 Map of the Spanish coast from Huelva to Cadiz. From the book Life of Christopher Columbus by Clements R. Markham published 1892.; Photo © Hilary Morgan

Portrait of Christopher Columbus, 1892 (print)
2915309 Portrait of Christopher Columbus, 1892 (print); (add.info.: Christopher Columbus, c. 1451 to 1506. Genovese navigator, colonizer, and explorer)

The house in Valladolid, Spain, in which Christopher Columbus died in 1506
2915329 The house in Valladolid, Spain, in which Christopher Columbus died in 1506. From the book Life of Christopher Columbus by Clements R. Markham published 1892.; Photo © Hilary Morgan

Flamsteed House in Greenwich Park, London, designed by Christopher Wren on the orders of Charles II as an Observatory
541715 Flamsteed House in Greenwich Park, London, designed by Christopher Wren on the orders of Charles II as an Observatory

Christopher Columbus (c1451-1506) Genoese navigator and explorer on his deathbed at Valladolid
528373 Christopher Columbus (c1451-1506) Genoese navigator and explorer on his deathbed at Valladolid. Religion Christian Priest America. Chromolithograph 1893.; Universal History Archive/UIG

Christopher Columbus (1451-1506) early 20th century (lithograph)
533257 Christopher Columbus (1451-1506) early 20th century (lithograph); (add.info.: Genoese navigator, faced with mutiny on his voyage to America 1492); Universal History Archive/UIG

The Birthplace of Columbus in Genoa, Italy, from The Great Explorers Columbus and Vasco Da Gama (print)
3742814 The Birthplace of Columbus in Genoa, Italy, from The Great Explorers Columbus and Vasco Da Gama (print) by English School

Geography : map representing the Americas with the traces of the voyages of the navigator Christopher Columbus to
VEN5031147 Geography : map representing the Americas with the traces of the voyages of the navigator Christopher Columbus to the New World.; (add.info)

Facsimile of the letter from Christopher Columbus to the Bank of St. George, April 2, 1502
2915324 Facsimile of the letter from Christopher Columbus to the Bank of St. George, April 2, 1502, with instructions for the disposal of his worldly goods in the event of his death

Portrait of Christopher Columbus, 1892 (print)
2915310 Portrait of Christopher Columbus, 1892 (print); (add.info.: Christopher Columbus, c. 1451 to 1506. Genovese navigator, colonizer, and explorer)

The Dymoke Suit of Armour of Sir Christopher Hatton. From The Connoisseur Magazine, published 1902
2968386 The Dymoke Suit of Armour of Sir Christopher Hatton. From The Connoisseur Magazine, published 1902.; Private Collection; Photo © Hilary Morgan

Portrait of Christopher Columbus, 1892 (print)
2915308 Portrait of Christopher Columbus, 1892 (print); (add.info.: Christopher Columbus, c. 1451 to 1506. Genovese navigator, colonizer, and explorer)

Map showing the course of Christopher Columbus from Guanahani to Cuba in 1492
2915328 Map showing the course of Christopher Columbus from Guanahani to Cuba in 1492. From the book Life of Christopher Columbus by Clements R. Markham published 1892.; Photo © Hilary Morgan

St Christopher (Christ-bearer) carrying Christ across the stream. (early woodcut)
536734 St Christopher (Christ-bearer) carrying Christ across the stream. (early woodcut); (add.info.: 3rd century Canaanite giant whose task was to carry travellers across the water)

Christopher Columbus in 1500 during his return to Spain - Painting by Lorenzo Delleani (1840 - 1908)
XEE5027269 Christopher Columbus in 1500 during his return to Spain - Painting by Lorenzo Delleani (1840 - 1908) - Modern Art Gallery Nervi

The First Landing of Columbus on San Salvador Island, West Indies, from The Great Explorers Columbus and Vasco Da Gama
3742815 The First Landing of Columbus on San Salvador Island, West Indies, from The Great Explorers Columbus and Vasco Da Gama, after a print in De Bry's Voyages

Galileo's 1611 drawing of lunar craters. (c1655) (engraving)
540239 Galileo's 1611 drawing of lunar craters. (c1655) (engraving); (add.info.: Galileo Galilei (1554-1642), Italian mathematician, astronomer and physicist

Dr Faustus conjuring up Mephistopheles. Faust formed the subject of dramas by Christopher Marlowe and Goethe
530305 Dr Faustus conjuring up Mephistopheles. Faust formed the subject of dramas by Christopher Marlowe and Goethe. Goethe's version was the basis for Gounod's opera

Christopher Columbus giving hawks bells to the Taino people, the first Native Americans he encountered in 1492, 1837
FLO4620926 Christopher Columbus giving hawks bells to the Taino people, the first Native Americans he encountered in 1492

Foix. The deer hunt after a 15th century manuscript. 19th century (manuscript)
535081 Foix. The deer hunt after a 15th century manuscript. 19th century (manuscript); (add.info.: B.N. Paris the river. Christopher means Christ bearer, the river was Death (left)

Barcelona around 1900. The port, sailboats and column of Christopher Columbus (Cristoforo Colombo)
PCT4259533 Barcelona around 1900. The port, sailboats and column of Christopher Columbus (Cristoforo Colombo) pointing to the route of the Indies (of the Americas).; (add.info)

Christopher Columbus (Colombo) chains in 1500 on his return to Spain - Italian engraving of 1861
XEE5027576 Christopher Columbus (Colombo) chains in 1500 on his return to Spain - Italian engraving of 1861; (add.info.: Christopher Columbus (Colombo)

The Debarkment of Christopher Columbus in San Salvador (Bahamas) on 12/10/1492 - Engraving of the 19th century
XEE5027465 The Debarkment of Christopher Columbus in San Salvador (Bahamas) on 12/10/1492 - Engraving of the 19th century; (add.info)

Saint Christopher, 1490. Creator: Massys, Quentin (1466-1530)
Saint Christopher, 1490. Found in the collection of the Royal Museum of Fine Arts, Antwerp

The Crucifixion between Saints Jerome and Christopher, c. 1473-1475. Creator: Pinturicchio, Bernardino (1454-1513)
The Crucifixion between Saints Jerome and Christopher, c. 1473-1475. Found in the collection of the Galleria Borghese, Rome

Lady Ursula Filmer-Sankey & sons by Madame Yevonde
Lady Ursula Filmer-Sankey (1902-1978), formerly Lady Ursula Grosvenor, daughter of the Duke of Westminster, photographed by Madame Yevonde with her sons, Patrick (right) and Christopher. Date: 1932

World Rally Championship
Petter Solberg (NOR) Subaru with his new team mate Chris Atkinson (AUS) Subaru. World Rally Championship, Testing, Sweden, 7 January 2004. DIGITAL IMAGE

St. Christopher; drawing by Jacopo Bellini, in the British Museum in London Great Britain London, British Museum Drawing Early Renaissance, Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods

Detail of the South Door of the Baptistry of San Giovanni in Florence Florence Piazza San Giovanni Low Relief, Basrelief Early Renaissance, Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods

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Christopher is a name that echoes throughout history, associated with various artistic and historical creations. In the realm of art, we find "A Studio in Montparnasse" by CRW Nevinson, a captivating depiction of creativity and inspiration. Another artwork linked to Christopher is "The Ant and the Grasshopper, " a watercolor by Christopher Sanders illustrating Aesop's timeless fable. Moving on to architecture, we encounter St Paul's Cathedral, an iconic landmark forever etched in our minds. Its magnificent dome can be explored through a section created by Christopher Wren himself. Additionally, we come across a cross-section of this grand cathedral that reveals its intricate design and awe-inspiring beauty. Delving into cartography, we discover Saxton's Map of Norfolk from 1574 meticulously crafted by Christopher Saxton. This map provides us with insights into the past while showcasing the evolution of geographical knowledge over time. Similarly, Juan de la Cosa's world map from 1500 offers us glimpses into the exploration era led by renowned navigator Christopher Columbus aboard his ship Nina. Shifting gears to literature and childhood nostalgia, A. A Milne immortalized the bond between father and son through his beloved character Winnie-the-Pooh and his real-life son named Christopher Robin. Their adventures continue to captivate readers young and old alike. In history books lies another chapter tied to this name: The Gunpowder Plot Conspirators who sought to overthrow authority but were ultimately foiled in their plans for destruction. Lastly, let us not forget about Spain's Queen Isabel I writing her letter regarding none other than Christopher Columbus himself - an Italian navigator whose voyages reshaped our understanding of the world during those transformative times. Christopher encompasses diverse realms – artistry, exploration, architecture – leaving behind imprints that transcend generations as testaments to human ingenuity and curiosity about our past.