Galle Collection (page 6)

THE PRINTING OF BOOKS. Copper engraving by Theodor Galle (c1570-1633) after Jan van der Straet, from Nova Reperta, Antwerp, late 16th century

OLYMPIA: STATUE OF ZEUS. The colossal statue of Zeus at Olympia, Greece. Before the statue, athletes are competing. Line engraving from Diversarum Imaginum Speculativarum

Cow anatomy, artwork
Cow anatomy. Computer artwork showing the internal anatomy of a domesticated cow (Bos primigenius). Anatomical features shown here include the skeleton, lungs, intestines, bladder

Market, Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka

Colpetty Road, near Galle Face, Colombo, Ceylon (Sri Lanka)
Colpetty (Kollupitiya) Road, near Galle Face, Colombo, Ceylon (Sri Lanka). Date: circa 1908

Point de Galle, south west Ceylon (Sri Lanka). Date: circa 1905

Kadir Rocks, Sri Lanka, 1871
The Kadir Rocks at the entrance to Galle harbour, Sri Lanka, where the P&O mail steamship Rangoon was accidently sunk after running onto the rocks. Date: 1871

Galle Face Hotel, Colombo, Sri Lanka
A corner of the Galle Face Hotel, Colombo, Sri Lanka, with a cluster of palm trees. Date: 1920

BRUTUD, Lucius Junius (6th century BC). First Consul of the Roman Republic. Expelled from Rome to the king Tarquinius Superbus and instituted the Republic in 509 BC

Galle, Ceylon (Sri Lanka)
View of Galle, Ceylon (Sri Lanka). Date: circa 1890s

Beach at Galle, Ceylon (Sri Lanka). Date: circa 1890s

Drawings Prints, Emperor, Justinian, Receiving, First, Imported, Silkworm, Eggs, Nestorian
Drawings and Prints, Emperor Justinian Receiving the First Imported Silkworm Eggs from Nestorian Monks, Plate 2 from The Introduction of the Silkworm [Vermis Sericus], Publisher, Artist, After

Drawings Prints, Gathering, Mulberry, Leaves, Feeding, Silkworms, Plate, 5, Introduction
Drawings and Prints, The Gathering of Mulberry Leaves and the Feeding of the Silkworms, Plate 5 from The Introduction of the Silkworm [Vermis Sericus], Publisher, Artist, After, Philips Galle

Drawings Prints, Title, Plate, Introduction, Silkworm, [Vermis, Sericus, Publisher
Drawings and Prints, Title Plate from The Introduction of the Silkworm [Vermis Sericus], Publisher, Artist, After, Philips Galle, Jan van der Straet, called Stradanus, Karel van Mallery

Drawings Prints, Print, Diligent, Worker, Aspiring, Righteousness, Lord, Reward Labour Diligence
Drawings and Prints, Print, The Diligent Worker Aspiring to the Righteousness of the Lord, from The Reward of Labour and Diligence, plate 3, The Reward of Labour and Diligence, Artist, After

Drawings Prints, Print, Man Born toil, Reward Labour Diligence, plate 1, Artist, Philips Galle
Drawings and Prints, Print, Man Born toil, from The Reward of Labour and Diligence, plate 1, The Reward of Labour and Diligence, Artist, After, Philips Galle, Maarten van Heemskerck, Netherlandish

Drawings Prints, Print, head, Virgin, looking, up, right, oval frame, Reni, Artist
Drawings and Prints, Print, The head of the Virgin looking up to the right, in an oval frame, after Reni, Artist, Publisher, After, Engraved by, Guido Reni, Adrian van Melar, Cornelis Galle II

Drawings Prints, Print, Head, Christ, looking, up, crown, thorns, oval frame, Reni
Drawings and Prints, Print, Head of Christ looking up with crown of thorns, in an oval frame, after Reni, Publisher, Artist, After, Engraved by, Cornelis Galle II, Guido Reni, Adrian van Melar

Drawings Prints, Blessed, Henry, Suso, Kneeling, before, Eternal, Wisdom, Artist
Drawings and Prints, The Blessed Henry Suso Kneeling before Eternal Wisdom, Artist, After, Abraham van Diepenbeeck, Cornelis Galle I, Flemish,s Hertogenbosch 1596-1675 Antwerp, Netherlandish

Drawings Prints, Reeling Silk, Plate, 6, Introduction, Silkworm, [Vermis, Sericus
Drawings and Prints, The Reeling of Silk, Plate 6 from The Introduction of the Silkworm [Vermis Sericus], Publisher, Artist, After, Philips Galle, Jan van der Straet, called Stradanus

Drawings Prints, Print, Pieter, Coecke, van, Aelst, Artist, Publisher, Jan, Johannes Wierix
Drawings and Prints, Print, Pieter Coecke van Aelst, Artist, Publisher, Jan (Johannes) Wierix, Theodoor Galle, Netherlandish, Antwerp 1549-1615 Brussels, Netherlandish, Antwerp 1571-1633 Antwerp

Drawings Prints, Silkworm, Eggs, Spread, Out, Shelves, Plate, 4, Introduction, Silkworm
Drawings and Prints, The Silkworm Eggs Spread Out On Shelves, Plate 4 from The Introduction of the Silkworm [Vermis Sericus], Publisher, Artist, After, Philips Galle, Jan van der Straet

Drawings Prints, Incubation Silkworm Eggs, Plate, 3, Introduction, [Vermis, Sericus
Drawings and Prints, The Incubation of the Silkworm Eggs, Plate 3 from The Introduction of the Silkworm [Vermis Sericus], Publisher, Artist, After, Philips Galle, Jan van der Straet

a Christian school of ancient Dutch Galle Fort (UNESCO World Heritage Site)

The Triton bastion of the ancient sea fortress. Historical landmark of the city Galle, Sri Lanka

Dutch Reformed Church in Galle, Sri Lanka
The Dutch Reformed Church in Fort Galle, built in 1752 by the Dutch. In 1988 the Old Town of Galle and its Fortifications were added to the Unesco world heritage list

Galle Harbour, Ceylon. Nicholl, Andrew 1804 - 1886

Source Size = 3962 x 2701
Wreck of the Mail Steam-Ship Rangoon at Galle: the Rangoon Sinking after the Removal of the Passengers and Crew, 1871

Source Size = 3970 x 2324
Wreck of the Mail Steam-Ship Rangoon at Galle: the Kadir Rocks at the Entrance to Galle Harbour, 1871

Cornelis Galle I (Flemish, 1576 - 1650), Louis de Blois, engraving on laid paper

Cornelis Galle I after Sir Anthony van Dyck (Flemish, 1576 - 1650), Artus Wolfart, probably 1626-1641, engraving

Philip Galle after Pieter Bruegel the Elder (Flemish, 1537 - 1612), The Triumph of Time, engraving

Philip Galle, Story of Josiah, Flemish, 1537 - 1612, 1569, engraving

The return of Cosimo I after his coronation, engraved by Philips Galle, 1583 (engraving)
XJF472277 The return of Cosimo I after his coronation, engraved by Philips Galle, 1583 (engraving) by Straet, Jan van der (Joannes Stradanus) (1523-1605) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Philip Galle after Maerten van Heemskerck, Saint Peter Speaks to the People about Christ, Flemish, 1537 - 1612, engraving

Oleum olivarum, the invention of the olive oil press, engraving circa 1591, by Stradanus or Stratesis, 1523-1605 a Flemish artist working in 16th century Florence, Italy

Colosseum in Rome. Philips Galle, Hadrianus Junius, 1572

H Lucia, Cornelis Galle (I), Theodoor Galle, 1596 - 1633

Cabinet; Case by Guillaume Benneman, French, died 1811, Gilt-bronze mounts after models by Gilles-Francois Martin, French, about 1713 - 1795, Mounts cast by Etienne-Jean Forestier, French

Theodor Galle after Jan van der Straet (Flemish, c. 1571-1633), Joel, published 1613, engraving on laid paper

Philip Galle after Maerten van Heemskerck after Jan van der Straet (Flemish, 1537-1612), Title Page, engraving

Philip Galle after Maerten van Heemskerck (Flemish, 1537-1612), The Diligent Worker United with Christ after Death, 1572, engraving

Philip Galle after Jan van der Straet (Flemish, 1537-1612), Cornelius Worshipping Saint Peter, engraving

Attributed to Philip Galle after Pieter Bruegel the Elder (Flemish, 1537-1612), The Parable of the Wise and Foolish Virgins, engraving

Beach near Duwemodara, Galle region, Southern Province, Sri Lanka

Lesser Whistling Ducks -Dendrocygna javanica-, the nature reserve near Godahena, Galle region, Southern Province, Sri Lanka

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"Galle: A Journey through Time and Culture in Sri Lanka" Discover the enchanting city of Galle, located on the southern coast of Sri Lanka. Immerse yourself in its rich history and vibrant atmosphere as you explore its captivating landmarks. Begin your adventure at the iconic Galle Face Hotel, a colonial masterpiece that has stood proudly since 1864. Marvel at its timeless beauty and indulge in luxurious hospitality while overlooking the stunning Indian Ocean. Step into the Old Town of Galle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that will transport you back to ancient times. Hop on a tuktuk and navigate through narrow streets adorned with charming Dutch-colonial buildings, showcasing remnants of Ceylon's past. Dating back to 1671, Galle is steeped in historical significance. Wander through its cobblestone lanes and witness the fusion of European architecture with traditional Sri Lankan charm. Every corner tells a story waiting to be discovered. Take a moment to admire Philipp Galle's artistic masterpiece - "The Statue of Jupiter at Olympia. " This exquisite engraving from his series "The Eighth Wonders of the World" showcases his exceptional talent as an artist during the Renaissance period. As you delve deeper into Galle's heritage, encounter another remarkable artwork by Theodor Galle depicting Amerigo Vespucci's arrival in the New World. Witness this pivotal moment when Europe met America for the first time, beautifully captured by Stradanus' drawing brought to life by Theodor Galle's engraving. Within Fort Galle lies a hidden gem – a clocktower that stands tall amidst picturesque surroundings. Let it guide you through time as you explore this fortified city brimming with cultural treasures. Stroll along Galle Face, where land meets sea in perfect harmony. Feel gentle ocean breezes caress your skin as coconut sellers gracefully pedal their bicycles nearby – an authentic glimpse into local life that adds flavor to your journey. Galle, a city that encapsulates the essence of Sri Lanka.