Diest Collection

Thrust him away, or thou diest in his stead (engraving)
966039 Thrust him away, or thou diest in his stead (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Thrust him away, or thou diest in his stead)

Buckingham House, London. Building complete by 1705 and later took its name from the Dukedom (1723) of John Sheffield, Marquess of Normandy

Miss Van Diest, c1800, (c1915). Artist: John Hoppner
Miss Van Diest, c1800, (c1915). From International Art: Past and Present by Alfred Yockney. [Virtue & Company, London, c1915]

A Belgian paratrooper handling the FN F2000 assault rifle
Diest, Belgium - A Belgian paratrooper proceeding in a hostage rescue training session. The paratrooper is handling the brand new FN F2000 assault rifle

Doorway of the Beguinage, Diest, Belgium
Doorway of the Beguinage, a community of lay religious women in Diest, Belgium, dating back to the 17th century. Date: circa 1910

Roundabout, Diest. Garstin, Norman 1847-1926

Belgian paratroopers rappelling in a hostage rescue training session
Diest, Belgium - Belgian paratroopers rappelling in a hostage rescue training session

Map of Brabant, 1706 (engraving)
XOS3058073 Map of Brabant, 1706 (engraving) by Flemish School, (18th century); 43.2x56.8 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, The Netherlands; (add.info)

View of the Merwede at Dordrecht, c. 1660 (oil on panel)
XOS2909697 View of the Merwede at Dordrecht, c.1660 (oil on panel) by Diest, Jeronimus van (1631-p.1675); 55.5u72 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, The Netherlands; Dutch, out of copyright

Landscape with Distant Mountains Signed in ocher paint, lower right: AVDiest"
Landscape with Distant Mountains Signed in ocher paint, lower right: " AVDiest", Adriaen van Diest, 1655-1704, Dutch

Hawker Hurricanes at Schaffen Air Base, Diest, Belgium, in 1940

Diest, Willem van (1610-1673). Seascape. Baroque art.; Flemish art. Oil on wood

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"Diest: A Tapestry of History, Art, and Courage" Step into the enchanting world of Diest, where history unfolds in every corner. Thrust him away, or thou diest in his stead - an engraving that captures the intensity of Buckingham House in London. As we delve deeper into this captivating town, we encounter Miss Van Diest herself, a woman shrouded in mystery from c1800 but immortalized by John Hoppner's artistic prowess. The Doorway of the Beguinage beckons us to explore its secrets within the charming streets of Diest, Belgium. Here we witness a Belgian paratrooper skillfully handling the FN F2000 assault rifle with unwavering determination - a testament to their bravery and commitment. N. N. Portals stand tall across Antwerp, Leiden, Ghent, Hoorn, Gouda, Middelburg - each one whispering tales of architectural grandeur and historical significance. Among them stands Diest's own portal; a gateway to centuries past that invites us to unravel its hidden stories. A vibrant roundabout greets our senses as we navigate through Diest's bustling cityscape - a hub where modernity intertwines seamlessly with tradition. Belgian paratroopers descend gracefully from above during hostage rescue training sessions nearby; their expertise symbolizing both strength and hope. Maps become windows to bygone eras as we examine Brabant's intricate details from 1706 - guiding our exploration through time itself. The Merwede at Dordrecht comes alive before our eyes through an oil painting dating back to c. 1660; nature's beauty forever captured on panel. Landscape with Distant Mountains reveals AVDiest’s artistry signed delicately in ocher paint; transporting us beyond reality towards serene horizons painted with imagination and passion. Finally, Hawker Hurricanes stationed at Schaffen Air Base remind us of Belgium's resilience during challenging times.