Iberian Peninsula Collection (#4)

Don Quixote - Infinite multitude of fierce and terrible creature
Vintage engraving by Gustave Dore from the story The Ingenious Gentleman Don Quixote of La Mancha by Miguel de Cervantes. A vast lake of boiling pitch

Don Quixote - The Goatherds Tale
Vintage engraving by Gustave Dore from the story The Ingenious Gentleman Don Quixote of La Mancha by Miguel de Cervantes. The Goatherds Tale

Don Quixote - Adventure of the Penitents
Vintage engraving by Gustave Dore from the story The Ingenious Gentleman Don Quixote of La Mancha by Miguel de Cervantes. Of the combat between Don Quixote and the Goatheard

Don Quixote - The sky appears to him more transparent
Vintage engraving by Gustave Dore from the story The Ingenious Gentleman Don Quixote of La Mancha by Miguel de Cervantes. The sky appears to him more transparent

Don Quixote - Another damsel comes into the room
Vintage engraving by Gustave Dore from the story The Ingenious Gentleman Don Quixote of La Mancha by Miguel de Cervantes. Another damsel comes into the room

Don Quixote - What passed between the curate and barber
Vintage engraving by Gustave Dore from the story The Ingenious Gentleman Don Quixote of La Mancha by Miguel de Cervantes. What passed between the curate, the barber and Don Quixote

Don Quixote - Sancho Panze alone was vexed
Vintage engraving by Gustave Dore from the story The Ingenious Gentleman Don Quixote of La Mancha by Miguel de Cervantes. Sancho Panze alone was vexed, fretted himself to death

The memorable quarrel between Sancho Panza and Don Quixotes nie
Vintage engraving by Gustave Dore from the story The Ingenious Gentleman Don Quixote of La Mancha by Miguel de Cervantes. Of the memorable quarrel between Sancho Panza and Don Quixotes niece

Don Quixote - Man in the wide brimmed hat
Vintage engraving by Gustave Dore from the story The Ingenious Gentleman Don Quixote of La Mancha by Miguel de Cervantes

Don Quixote - Woful accents of the squires voice
Vintage engraving by Gustave Dore from the story The Ingenious Gentleman Don Quixote of La Mancha by Miguel de Cervantes. The woful accents of the squires voice at last re-called Don Quixote to

Don Quixote - The pleasant discourse with Bachelor Samson Carras
Vintage engraving by Gustave Dore from the story The Ingenious Gentleman Don Quixote of La Mancha by Miguel de Cervantes. The pleasant discourse between Don Quixote

Don Quixote - Sancho Panze and the Geese
Vintage engraving by Gustave Dore from the story The Ingenious Gentleman Don Quixote of La Mancha by Miguel de Cervantes. Sancho Panze and the Geese

Don Quixote - Sancho Panza satisfies the bachelor, Samson Carra
Vintage engraving by Gustave Dore from the story The Ingenious Gentleman Don Quixote of La Mancha by Miguel de Cervantes. Sancho Panza satisfies the bachelor, Samson Carrasco

Don Quixote Pleasant dialogue between Sancho Panza and his wife
Vintage engraving by Gustave Dore from the story The Ingenious Gentleman Don Quixote of La Mancha by Miguel de Cervantes. The wise and pleasant dialogue between Sancho Panza and Teresa Panza

Don Quixote gazed with dubious and disconsolate eyes
Vintage engraving by Gustave Dore from the story The Ingenious Gentleman Don Quixote of La Mancha by Miguel de Cervantes. Don Quixote gazed with dubious

Don Quixote - conference with his squire
Vintage engraving by Gustave Dore from the story The Ingenious Gentleman Don Quixote of La Mancha by Miguel de Cervantes. An account of Don Quixotes conference with his squire

Don Quixote - Farmers Wife
Vintage engraving by Gustave Dore from the story The Ingenious Gentleman Don Quixote of La Mancha by Miguel de Cervantes. Farmers Wife and the pig

Don Quixote - enchant the Lady Dulcinea
Vintage engraving by Gustave Dore from the story The Ingenious Gentleman Don Quixote of La Mancha by Miguel de Cervantes. How Sancho cunningly found out a way to enchant the Lady Dulcinea

Don Quixote - Adventure of the parliament of death
Vintage engraving by Gustave Dore from the story The Ingenious Gentleman Don Quixote of La Mancha by Miguel de Cervantes. Of the stupendous adventure that befell the valorous Don Quixote

Don Quixote - before the door of the cage
Vintage engraving by Gustave Dore from the story The Ingenious Gentleman Don Quixote of La Mancha by Miguel de Cervantes. He posted himself just before the door of the cage

Don Quixote - The Fool on Sancho Panzas Donkey
Vintage engraving by Gustave Dore from the story The Ingenious Gentleman Don Quixote of La Mancha by Miguel de Cervantes. The Fool on Sancho Panzas Donkey

Don Quixote - Adventure of Knight of the Mirrors
Vintage engraving by Gustave Dore from the story The Ingenious Gentleman Don Quixote of La Mancha by Miguel de Cervantes. The valorous Don Quixotes strange adventure with the Bold Knight of

Don Quixote - my most bitter sorrows
Vintage engraving by Gustave Dore from the story The Ingenious Gentleman Don Quixote of La Mancha by Miguel de Cervantes. Oh ye Tobosian urns

Don Quixote - Adventure with the knight of the wood
Vintage engraving by Gustave Dore from the story The Ingenious Gentleman Don Quixote of La Mancha by Miguel de Cervantes. The adventure with the knight of the wood continued, with the wise

Arrival of Don Quixote at the Wedding
Vintage engraving from Don Quixote illustrated by Gustave Dore. Arrival of Don Quixote at the Wedding of Camacho and Quiteria

Don Quixote with a sober gentleman of La Mancha
Vintage engraving of what happened to Don Quixote with a sober gentleman of La Mancha. Illustrated by Gustave Dore

Don Quixote and the Adventure of the Lions
Vintage engraving of a scene from Don Quixote, illustrated by Gustave Dore. The Adventure of the Lions

Don Quixote - Poor Basil
Vintage engraving of Don Quixote, The poor virgin, trembling and dismayed, without speaking a word, came to poor Basil. Illustrated by Gustave Dore

Don Quixote - Poor fond Leandra
Vintage engraving by Gustave Dore from the story The Ingenious Gentleman Don Quixote of La Mancha by Miguel de Cervantes. A party with officers is sent out

Don Quixote - We slept as soundly
Vintage engraving by Gustave Dore from the story The Ingenious Gentleman Don Quixote of La Mancha by Miguel de Cervantes. We slept as soundly as if we had four feather beds under us

Don Quixote - Friend Sancho
Vintage engraving by Gustave Dore from the story The Ingenious Gentleman Don Quixote of La Mancha by Miguel de Cervantes. Friend Sancho, said Don Quixote

Don Quixote - In such discourses they passed the night
Vintage engraving by Gustave Dore from the story The Ingenious Gentleman Don Quixote of La Mancha by Miguel de Cervantes. In such discourses they passed a great part of the night

Don Quixote - Sancho answered not a word
Vintage engraving by Gustave Dore from the story The Ingenious Gentleman Don Quixote of La Mancha by Miguel de Cervantes. To all this fine expostulation Sancho answered not a word

Don Quixote Poor Sancho followed his master
Vintage engraving of a scene from Don Quixote, Poor Sancho followed his master with a heavy heart. Illustrated by Gustave Dore

Don Quixotes success in his journey to visit Lady Dulcinea
Vintage engraving by Gustave Dore from the story The Ingenious Gentleman Don Quixote of La Mancha by Miguel de Cervantes. Don Quixotes success in his journey to visit the Lady Dulcinea Del Toboso

Don Quixote and Sancho Panza
Vintage engraving of Don Quixote and Sancho Panza

Portugal, Aveiro, Old doorways in the city

Map of Spain said to have been used by the Duke of Wellington
1772183 Map of Spain said to have been used by the Duke of Wellington, 1808-14 (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); National Army Museum

Belt Buckle, c. 525-560 (bronze and glass)
500368 Belt Buckle, c.525-560 (bronze and glass) by Visigothic (6th century AD); h:12.80 w:6.70 d:2.40 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; Gift of Joe Hatzenbuehler; out of copyright

Map of Spain said to have been used by the Duke of Wellington
1772186 Map of Spain said to have been used by the Duke of Wellington, 1808-14 (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); National Army Museum

The Battle of Bussaco, c. 1910 (colour litho)
IL433759 The Battle of Bussaco, c.1910 (colour litho) by Dyer, E. A. (fl.1910); Private Collection; (add.info.: During the Peninsula War)

Detail of a frieze from the facade, Santa Maria de Lara, Quintanilla de las Vinas (stone)
XIR182034 Detail of a frieze from the facade, Santa Maria de Lara, Quintanilla de las Vinas (stone) by Spanish School (7th century); Church of Santa Maria, Quintanilla de las Vinas

Rome and surroundings
Antique illustration of Rome and surroundings

Ancient Rome
Antique illustration Map of Ancient Rome from 1898

The two storied cloister, detail. Mosteiro dos Jeronimos (Jeronimos Monastery, Hieronymites Monastery) in Belem, listed as UNESCO World Heritage Site. Lisbon (Lisboa), the capital of Portugal

The two storied cloister. Mosteiro dos Jeronimos (Jeronimos Monastery, Hieronymites Monastery) in Belem, listed as UNESCO World Heritage Site. Lisbon (Lisboa), the capital of Portugal

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The Iberian Peninsula, a land steeped in history and culture, is a captivating destination that offers a glimpse into the rich heritage of Medieval Spain and Portugal. From the intricate Islamic carvings adorning the walls of Alhambra in Spain to the traditional provinces that dot its landscape, this region is a treasure trove for history enthusiasts. As you explore the diverse topography of Europe through an enchanting lithograph published in 1897, your journey takes you to Andalucia Region's Cadiz Province. Here, Vejer de la Frontera welcomes you with its elevated town view, offering panoramic vistas that will leave you awe-inspired. Crossing over Luiz I Bridge in Porto transports you to Seville Cathedral's Giralda tower. This architectural marvel stands tall as a testament to Spain's grandeur and showcases the country's rich cultural heritage. Continuing along Douro River on Rabelo boats beneath Dom Luis I bridge reveals breathtaking views of Porto. The city exudes charm and elegance while preserving its historical roots. In Cordoba lies Mesquite – an awe-inspiring mosque boasting 856 red-and-white columns. This architectural masterpiece serves as a reminder of Cordoba's glorious past and leaves visitors mesmerized by its beauty. Delving further into history, artwork depicting wildlife from the Miocene era captivates your imagination. These ancient creatures come alive before your eyes, transporting you back millions of years ago when they roamed freely across this land. Wandering through Cuenca Alley in Spain evokes feelings of nostalgia as old-world charm permeates every corner. The narrow streets lined with quaint houses tell tales from centuries gone by and invite exploration at every turn. Finally, Claustro Real beckons travelers to experience tranquility within the royal cloister at Batalha Monastery - Mosteiro de Santa Maria da Vitoria. Its serene atmosphere provides solace and a glimpse into the spiritual side of this remarkable region.