Ferrario Collection (#11)

Ancient Luta pillars on the island of Rota
Ruins of ancient Luta pillars erected by the Chamorro on the island of Rota, Guam, 19th century. French explorers studying the rocks and botany, while Chamorro people look

Domestic occupations of the Chamorro women of Agana (Hagatna), Guam, 19th century. Women preparing yams, grilling food, using a mortar and pestle, etc

Stilt houses in the ocean on Rawak Island, Papua New Guinea, 19th century. Natives on outrigger canoes fishing. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Corsi after Alphonse Pellion from Giulio

Natives grilling fish on Rawak Island near
Natives grilling fish, cutting a coconut and killing a snake on Rawak Island near Waigeo, Papua New Guinea. In the background a tomb with skulls arranged outside

Corocoro boat from the island of Guebe, Maluku
Corocoro boat with sails and oars from the island of Guebe, Maluku Islands, Indonesia, 19th century. The Guebe chief or king sits on deck, while a drummer beats time for the oarsmen

Warrior from the island of Guebe, Maluku Islands, Indonesia, 19th century. He wears a turban, long coat over trousers and carries a spear and shield. Weapons and musical instruments

Warriors in breastplates from Ombai (Ombay) island, Indonesia, 19th century. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Corsi after Jacques Etienne Victor Arago from Giulio Ferrarios Costumes Ancient

French explorers drawing natives on the island of Ombai (Ombay), Indonesia, 19th century. Jacques Arago drawing warriors in breastplates with bows and arrows

Two Chinese women playing the game of congkak or tchonka, Timor, 19th century. A Chinese man with pigtail watches. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Corsi from Giulio Ferrarios Costumes Ancient

Interior of a Chinese temple at Kupang, Timor, 19th century. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Corsi after Jacques Etienne Victor Arago from Giulio Ferrarios Costumes Ancient

French officers at a boatyard near Kupang, Timor, 19th century. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Corsi after Alphonse Pellion from Giulio Ferrarios Costumes Ancient

Village scene near Kupang, Timor, 19th century. French explorers watch Timorese men harvesting coconuts near bamboo and palm huts

First arrival at the Portuguese settlement at Dille, Timor, now Dili, East Timor. French crew of Louis de Freycinet disembarking at Dili to a cannon salute, 1818

Women playing congkak in a Timorese house in Kupang, 19th century. The house is built of bamboo and palm leaves and furnished with benches, armchair and pillows

Costumes of the Dutch, 18th century. Men in wide breeches, women in flattened hairstyles, skating on a frozen river, and riding boats and carriages with sails on the ice

Polish costumes, 18th century: Polish Jew 1, Polish man in formal wear 2, woman 3, and man in regular clothes 4. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Giarre

Interior of a traditional Russian loghouse or Izba, 18th century. Woman tending chickens in the living room, and a large brick oven in the rear

Russian village, 18th century, a single street of traditional loghouses or Izba and a church. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Giarre and Stanghi from Giulio Ferrarios Costumes Ancient

Petrovsky Palace, Moscow, 18th century
View of Petrovsky Palace, Moscow, built for Catherine the Great and designed by Matvei Kazakov in 1775-82. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Pietro Giarre from Giulio Ferrarios Costumes Ancient

View of the Kremlin, Moscow, 18th century. Showing the Grand Kremlin Palace, Annunciation Cathedral, Assumption Cathedral and the Ivan the Great Bell Tower

Skating on the ice in front of the Academy of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg. At right, two men buy hot drinks from a vendor with a barrel and cups

The original rollercoaster or Russian Mountain
A Russian Mountain, a giant artificial ice slide for skaters and sledders, 18th century. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Giarre and Stanghi from Giulio Ferrarios Costumes Ancient

Spinning tops, skittles, and other games of the Babki region, Russia, 18th century. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Giarre and Stanghi from Giulio Ferrarios Costumes Ancient

Russians playing the game of Pristinky, skittles
Russian peasants playing the game of Pristinky, skittles, bowls, cudgels, etc. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Giarre and Stanghi from Giulio Ferrarios Costumes Ancient

Russians dancing in a village, 18th century. Women dancing to music on balalaika and violin, while others jump on a seesaw

Russian people on horse-driven sleighs on a glacier
Russian nobles and travelers on sleds and sleighs on a frozen river, and men on a horse-driven carriage on the riverbank, 18th century

Russian serfs or peasantry, 18th century
Russian serfs or peasantry. A peasant in travel clothes with hat, shirt, boots and bark shoes, and women spinning yarn and washing clothes

Russian marriage ceremony, 18th century
Marriage ceremony in Russia with brid and groom in crowns holding torches taking vows before an Orthodox priest. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Seratoni from Giulio Ferrarios Costumes Ancient

Russian Orthodox church abbot and monk. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Giarre and Stanghi from Giulio Ferrarios Costumes Ancient and Modern of the Peoples of the World, Florence, 1847

Russian Orthodox pope and archimandrite
Russian Orthodox church pope and archimandrite, with nuns, in ecclesiatical robes. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Giarre and Stanghi from Giulio Ferrarios Costumes Ancient

Svetovid, Slavic deity of war and sun, depicted as a four-faced god with a horn of abundance and bow in a temple. A priest predicts the future by observing the behavior of a white horse

Costumes of Kyrgyz men and woman
Costumes of Kyrgyz men with their distinctive hats, and a rear view of a woman in robes with shawl, embroidery, fringes, etc

Costumes of the Albanians 12 and Cossacks
Costumes of the Cossacks 1, 2, Chernomorets Cossack 5, Ural Cossack 6, Albanian 12 and Black Sea Cossack 13. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Giarre

Russian military corps: Jannisary, cadet and infantry
Russian military: Polish Jannisary in turban 6, cadet corps under Catherine 7, guardsman under Alexander 8, grenadier 9, and officer 10

Russian military corps: Jaeger, Turk and Wallachian
Russian military: Hunter or Jaeger corps in shacko with horn and axe 1, mace and axe, and colonel in pelisse coat 3, Turkish corps in turban 4, and Wallachian soldier 5

View of the city of St. Petersburg, Russia, circa 1800. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Giarre and Stanghi from Giulio Ferrarios Costumes Ancient and Modern of the Peoples of the World

Portraits of Russian Tsars, House of Romanov: Michael l 1, Alexis I 2, Fyodor II 3, Peter I the Great 4, Catherine II the Great 5 and Peter II 6

View of the city of Moscow, Russia, circa 1800. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Giarre and Stanghi from Giulio Ferrarios Costumes Ancient and Modern of the Peoples of the World, Florence, 1847

Portraits of early Russian rulers. King Rurik 1, Igor I 2, Saint Olga 3, Sviatoslav I Igorevich 4, Vladimir Sviatoslavich the Great 5, and Ivan IV the Terrible 14

View of the city of Novgorod, Russia, 18th century
View of the city of Novgorod, capital of the Novgorod Republic, first capital of Russia. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after an illustration by Giarre from Giulio Ferrarios Costumes Ancient

Costumes of Hungarian peasantry, 18th century. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Giarre from Giulio Ferrarios Costumes Ancient and Modern of the Peoples of the World, Florence, 1847

Costumes of the Hungarians, 18th century
Costumes of the Hungarians: peasant in typical clothes 1, young farmer of Szekesfehervar in festival garb 2, woman and Catholic girl of Szekesfehervar

National costumes of the Hungarians, 18th century. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Giarre and Stanghi from Giulio Ferrarios Costumes Ancient and Modern of the Peoples of the World, Florence

Coronation of the Queen Consort of Hungary, 18th century
Coronation of the Queen Consort of Hungary by the Pope in the Cathedral Basilica of Saint Stephen, 18th century. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Giarre

Captain of the Hungarian Guards, 18th century. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Giarre and Stanghi from Giulio Ferrarios Costumes Ancient and Modern of the Peoples of the World, Florence, 1847

Masters of the Horse, Hungarian Army, 18th century. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Giarre from Giulio Ferrarios Costumes Ancient and Modern of the Peoples of the World, Florence, 1847

Archduke Joseph, Palatine of Hungary, in hussar uniform 4, with the royal herald 3 and bishop 5, 18th century. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Giarre

Hungarian lords in hussar uniforms, furs and pelisses, 18th century. Some in the insignia of the Order of St. Stephen. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Giarre

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"Ferrario: A Journey Through Time and Culture" Step into the world of Ferrario, where history and culture intertwine to create a captivating tapestry of human civilization. Just like the Shield of Achilles, this collection unveils stories of epic battles and heroic feats that have shaped our past. Transport yourself to ancient Greece as Medea and Jason embark on their daring quest to steal the Golden Fleece. Feel the thrill as they navigate treacherous waters and outsmart mythical creatures in their pursuit of glory. From there, let your gaze wander towards Namuka Island in Fiji, where pristine beaches meet crystal-clear waters. Marvel at its beauty while contemplating an Islamic portrayal of Adam and Eve - a reminder that diverse cultures coexist harmoniously across our globe. As you continue your journey through time, encounter the busts of seven principal heroes from the Trojan War. Their stoic expressions tell tales of valor and sacrifice that echo throughout history. Next, behold the grandeur of Babylon's ancient cityscape. Let its towering structures transport you back to an era when empires rose and fell with each passing century. But it doesn't stop there; Ferrario takes us further east to Solor Island's Queen Naba Leba alongside a Malay girl from Timor. Witness their regal grace as they embody cultural richness beyond borders. Traveling westward again brings us to Edward and Eleonor's wedding in Castile during 1254 - a celebration steeped in tradition, love, and unity amidst medieval times' tumultuous backdrop. Prepare for yet another shift as we delve into Chinese history through portraits capturing emperors, empresses, and famous men who left indelible marks on their nation's legacy. Finally, cast your eyes upon Saint Helena Island during the early 19th century - a remote paradise known for its isolation but also harboring untold stories waiting to be discovered by intrepid explorers.