European Collection (page 9)

PSCI2A-00043
Bacteriologist Elie Metchnikoff in his laboratory. Hand-colored halftone reproduction of a photograph

Immigrant waiting-room at Ellis Island, circa 1900
Detained immigrants waiting, Ellis Island, New York, late 1800s. Hand-colored halftone reproduction of an illustration

PMYT2A-00075
Roman Jupiter, or Zeus in Greek mythology, god of the sky and of laws. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Chopin profile
Frederic Chopin in 1847. Digitally colored halftone reproduction of a Winterhalter drawing from life

Pianist Franz Liszt
Franz Liszt at the piano. Digitally colored engraving from a 19th-century photograph

Jacques Offenbach
Portrait of composer Jacques Offenbach. Digitally colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Chopin
Portrait of composer Frederic Chopin. Photogravure of a 19th century portrait

Dancing the minuet, 1700s
Couples dancing the minuet in an 18th-century ballroom. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Judge and courtroom in the Middle Ages
Plaintiff and defendant take the oath before a judge in the 1400s. Hand-colored 19th-century woodcut reproduction of a medieval illustration

Sacred banner carried by Joan of Arc into Orleans
Joan of Arc carrying her sacred banner into Orleans after driving the English army from the city. Hand-colored halftone reproduction of a 19th-century illustration

PROY2A-00005
Napoleon Bonaparte in uniform. Hand-colored engraving

Castle of Pierrefonds, medieval France
Castle of Pierrefonds, built circa 1400, restoration by Viollet-le-Duc, 1858. Hand-colored halftone reproduction of a 19th-century illustration

Joan of Arc hearing a call to save France
Young Joan of Arc listening to angel voices calling upon her to save France during the Hundred Years War. Hand-colored engraving of a 19th-century Lepage illustration

HOUS2A-00062
Men bringing the first Christmas tree to the village. Hand-colored engraving of a 19th-century illustration by Howard Pyle

Charles Dickens writing
Charles Dickens at his writing desk. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

PLIT2A-00106
Alexandre Dumass Three Musketeers in a sword-fight. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

PLIT2A-00107
Pilgrims embarking on their journey in Chaucers Canterbury Tales. Hand-colored halftone reproduction of an illustration

Poet Robert Burns
Robert Burns, with his autograph. Hand-colored woodcut reproduction of a painting

Serbia map
Map of Servia in the 1870s. Printed color lithograph reproduction of a 19th-century illustration

Robert Burns site Tam O Shanter Tavern
Tam O Shanter Tavern of poems by Robert Burns. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Visigoths and Romans defeating the Huns at Chalons
Thorismond proclaimed king of the Visigoths on the battlefield near Chalons after defeating Attila, 451 A.D. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Germany before World War I
Map of the German Empire before World War I, circa 1912. Printed color lithograph

Scribe copying manuscripts in the Middle Ages
Medieval scribe writing at a desk, surrounded by open manuscripts. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Victorian era picnic
Families having a summer picnic, England, 1870s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Italian fashion in the 1580s
Clothing of Italian ladies from Venice, Milan, and Florence, 1580s. Antique hand-colored woodcut

Russian women and a Finn
Russian women from the Ryazan region (left) and St Petersburg (right), and a Finnish woman (seated). Antique hand-colored print

Storyteller reciting Viking sagas
Viking bard singing of heroic legends to Northmen. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Viking attack on Paris, France, 885 AD
Rollo the Ranger attacking Paris from Viking ships on the River Seine, 885 AD. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Man dressed in traditional Celt or Finnish attire
Turanian of Finland in traditional clothing, similar to that worn by the ancient Celts. Hand-colored halftone reproduction of a 19th-century illustration

Enormous Russian cannon, 1800s
Russian artillery, the " Tsar Puska, " or emperor cannon, 1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Dutch city of Leiden
City of Leiden in The Netherlands. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Golden Tower of Seville, Spain, landing place of treasure from the New World, view in the 1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Dutch canal and tow-path, 1800s
Dog-cart with fresh vegetables and people towing a barge along a Dutch canal, 1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Medieval battle scene
Jonathan battling Baccide, from a French translation of Josephus History of the Jews, 1400s. Printed color lithograph reproduction of a miniature in a 15th century French manuscript

Medieval university hierarchy
Degrees of university teaching, topped by theology, 1508. Hand-colored 19th-century woodcut reproduction of an earlier illustration

Peasant paying rent in the late Middle Ages
Tenant paying rent, from a book of surveying printed in England, 1523. Hand-colored 19th-century woodcut reproduction of an earlier illustration

Tea-time, England, 1880s
Upperclass family enjoying afternoon tea in a hothouse, England, 1880s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Italian cooks preparing a meal, 1500s
Cooks preparing food in an Italian kitchen, 1500s. Hand-colored 19th-century woodcut reproduction of an earlier illustration

Medieval rose garden
Garden with roses enclosed by a wattle fence, from Boccacios " Cento Norelle, " 1490. Hand-colored woodcut reproductioin of a 15th century illustration

Battle of Blenheim, War of Spanish Succession
Duke of Marlborough leading his English troops at Blenheim, War of Spanish Succession, 1704. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Medieval guild seal
Guild merchants seal, Gloucester, England, circa 1200. Hand-colored woodcut reproduction

Clonmacnoise, Ireland, site of an early Christian abbey
Celtic cross amid ruins of the 6th-century abbey at Clonmacnoise, Ireland. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Opening of Parliament, 1886
Members of Parliament taking the oath during the opening ceremonies, 1886. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Thames River in London, mid-1800s
Westminster and the Houses of Parliament from the Thames, 1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

London street in the 1880s
Piccadilly busy with traffic on a spring day in London, 1880s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Sun-wheel on a Celtic quern, Ireland
Sun-wheel carved on a quern, a primative grinding-stone, Ireland. Hand-colored halftone reproduction of a 19th-century photograph

British flags and coat of arms
Flags and the coat of arms of Great Britain. Color lithograph reproduction

Prehistoric cave art of a horse with foal, Altamira, Spain
Prehistoric cave painting of a horse with foal, Altamira, Spain. Color halftone reproduction

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"Journey through European history: From ancient empires to modern movements" Step back in time with an antique map of Britain under the Anglo Saxons, revealing the roots of a nation that would shape Europe's destiny. Explore the grandeur of ancient Rome through a meticulously detailed map, transporting you to a world of gladiators and emperors. Immerse yourself in the timeless melodies of Johannes Brahms, a musical genius whose compositions continue to captivate audiences across Europe. Marvel at the intricate illustrations within the Book of Kells, where St. Matthew comes alive on parchment, showcasing Ireland's rich artistic heritage. Unravel the epic tale depicted in the Bayeux Tapestry as it portrays William the Conqueror's triumph over England during the Norman Conquest. Trace your fingers along a map from 1066, tracing England's transformation amidst political upheaval and territorial shifts. Witness Scotland's evolution through time with a glimpse into its 1870s map - every contour telling stories of resilience and cultural diversity. Delve deeper into English history with another map from centuries later; witness how borders shifted but traditions endured throughout this dynamic land. Celebrate women's empowerment by leafing through an English suffragette feminist newspaper from 1908 - testament to brave individuals who fought for equality against all odds. Journey even further back in time to Ancient Greece and its colonies around Aegean; discover their profound influence on philosophy, art, and governance that shaped Western civilization. Feel awe-struck by Druridge Bay’s dramatic expanse of sand dunes nestled within Northumberland – nature’s masterpiece framing picturesque beaches that have witnessed countless tales unfold over centuries past. Finally, gaze upon Medieval Europe at Crusades' inception; envision knights clad in armor embarking on holy quests while kingdoms clashed for power and faith across these storied lands. European history is an enchanting tapestry woven together by diverse cultures, momentous events, and the indomitable spirit of its people.