Elisee Collection (#4)

Ceylon (Sri Lanka), 1895. As seen from the Ramboda Plantation.From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XV, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co

The Rock Fort Temple of Tiruchirapalli, India, 1895. Artist: Taylor
The Rock Fort Temple of Tiruchirapalli, India, 1895. As seen from the east. The Rock Fort is a huge outcrop of rock of 83 metres high

The chief gopura of the temple at Kumbakonam, India, 1895. A gopura (or gopuram) is a prominent feature of a Hindu temple; it is the monumental tower, usually ornate, at the entrance to the temple

Cinnamon packing, India, 1895. Artist: Armand Kohl
Cinnamon packing, India, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XV, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

Todas, India, 1895. Artist: Armand Kohl
Todas, India, 1895. The Toda people are a small pastoral community who live on the isolated Nilgiri plateau of Southern India

The Paikari Falls in the Nilgiris, India, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XV, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

Ramparts of the town and citadel, Golconda, India, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XV, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co

The Palace of Kailash, Ellora, India, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XV, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

The Madan Mahal, Jabalpur, India, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XV, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

The Tower of Kutar, Delhi, India, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XV, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

Mount Moira, India, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XV, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

The East Gate of the Sanchi Tope, India, 1895. The great stupa (or tope) of Sanchi is the most important surviving monument of the Shunga era (c185-75 BC)

The ceiling of a Jaina sanctuary in Mount Abu, Rajasthan, India, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XV, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co

A ruined tope (stupa) in the Khyber Pass, Pakistan / Afhanistan, 1895
A ruined tope (stupa) in the Khyber Pass, Pakistan/Afhanistan, 1895. A stupa is a type of Buddhist mound-like structure found across the Indian subcontinent, other parts of Asia

The Golden Temple and the Lake of Immortality at Amritsar, India, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XV, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co

Simla, India, 1895. Artist: Bertrand
Simla, India, 1895. As seen from Jako Hill. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XV, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

The Srinagar Bridge over the river Jhelum, Pakistan, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XV, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co

The route to Tibet, near Rogi, through the Upper Satlej Valley, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XV, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co

The Queen Mother of the Cambojan (Khmer), Cambodia, 1895

Madras, India, 1895. As seen from the pier before the construction of the harbour. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XV

Mount Selkirk, Juan Fernandez Islands, 1895. Artist: T Taylor
Mount Selkirk, Juan Fernandez Islands, 1895. The Juan Fernandez Islands is a sparsely inhabited island group reliant on tourism in the South Pacific Ocean

Caldera, Chile, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XXXVI, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

A group of Araucanians, Chile / Argentina, 1895
A group of Araucanians, Chile/Argentina, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XXXVI, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

Rio Laja and the Biobio Confluence, Chile, 1895. as seen from a point opposite San Rosendo. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XXXVI

Casucha del Portillo, on the Cumbre, Chile, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XXXVI, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co

Ascent of the Cumbre, Chile, 1895. As seen from the Salto Del Soldado. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XXXVI, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co

The Palace of Congress, La Paz, Bolivia, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XXXVI, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

The Cussillani Hacienda, Yungas, Bolivia, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XXXVI, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

The Lima-Oroya railway, Peru, 1895. Ass seen from Chicla. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XXXVI, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co

Indefatigable Island, Galapagos Archipelago, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XXXVI, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co

Quito and Mount Pichincha, Ecuador, 1895.East view, as seen from La Loma De Poingasi. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XXXVI

Valparaiso, Chile, 1895. Artist: Maynard
Valparaiso, Chile, 1895. As seen from the harbour. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XXXVI, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co

Cape Pillar, Tasman Peninsula, 1895. Artist: Barbant
Cape Pillar, Tasman Peninsula, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XXXVI, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

Arequipa and Mount Misti, Peru, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XXXVI, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

Lake dwellings of Santa Rosa, near Maracaibo, Venezuela, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XXXVI, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co

Willemsted, Curacao, Netherlands antilles, 1895. Artist: T Taylor
Willemsted, Curacao, Netherlands antilles, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XXXVI, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

An Araucanian (Mapuche) chief and his staff, Chile / Argentina, 1895
An Araucanian (Mapuche) chief and his staff, Chile/Argentina, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XXXVI, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co

Buildings of the Incas on the Cerro De Las Carceles at Ollantaytambo, Peru, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XXXVI

Santiago, Chile, 1895. As seen from a point opposite the Cerro De Santa Lucia. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XXXVI

Antofagasta, Chile, 1895. As seen from the quay. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XXXVI, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

A group of Antis (Ashaninkas), Peru, 1895. The Ashaninka (or Ashaninca) are an indigenous people of who live in the rainforests of Peru and in the State of Acre Brazil

Tocopilla, c1890. Artist: T Taylor
Tocopilla, c1890. The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, Division XXXVI, Virtue & Co Limited, London, c1890

Alakaluf Fuegians, dressed in guanaco skins, Chile, 1895. A guanaco is a South American ruminant mammal, related to and resembling the domesticated llama

Iquique, Chile, 1895. As seen from the sea. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XXXVI, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

A market place, Chile, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XXXVI, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

Ocana, Colombia, 1895. Artist: T Taylor
Ocana, Colombia, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XXXVI, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

Mojos Indians, South America, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XXXVI, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

Nemours, Algeria, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XXI, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

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Elisee, a name that echoes through time and across continents, holds within it tales of mysticism and divine intervention. From the banks of the river Salwen in Myanmar to the majestic Mount Hermon in Syria, Elisee's presence is felt. In 1895, artist Armand Kohl captured the essence of Elisee's journey through his brushstrokes. His paintings depict not only the physical landscapes but also the spiritual significance attached to them. The temples at Patan in Nepal stand as a testament to Elisee's encounters with ancient wisdom and enlightenment. The stories surrounding it can woven into religious texts and artworks throughout history. In a captivating oil painting from 1637, we witness "The Prophet Elisha Rejecting Gifts from Naaman. " This portrayal showcases Elisee's humility and refusal to accept worldly offerings. A beautifully illuminated initial from a c. 1440 antiphonary depicts Elisha donning Elijah's mantle, symbolizing his succession as prophet. Gold leaf adorns this precious parchment, highlighting the sacredness of this momentous event. Engravings bring further life to these narratives - one shows Elie being nourished by an angel in the desert while another portrays him listening intently to divine messages while prostrated before God. Yet another engraving captures their journey together as they traverse unknown paths. Elisha's miracles are vividly depicted on canvas - "Elisha Raising the Son of Shunamite" tells a tale of resurrection and hope painted with skillful strokes in 1881. Even after death, Elisha continues to inspire awe; according to 2 Kings 13:21, even when buried in his tomb, he possesses miraculous powers that can revive others. But let us not forget Elijah - his ascension into heaven amidst a whirlwind is immortalized in engravings dating back centuries.