Livonia Collection (#2)

Stephen Bathory at Pskov. Detail: Grigory Nashchokin. Found in the Collection of Royal Castle, Warsaw

Charles XII is crossing the Duna 1701. Artist: Lemke, Johann Philip (1631-1711)
Charles XII is crossing the Duna 1701. From a private collection

Regni Sueciae, ca 1730. Artist: Homann, Johann Baptist (1663-1724)
Regni Sueciae, ca 1730. From a private collection

Charles XII is crossing the Duna 1701, 1770-1780s. Artist: Brotze, Johann Christoph (1742-1823)
Charles XII is crossing the Duna 1701, 1770-1780s. Found in the collection of the Latvijas Valsts biblioteka

Livonia Map, Livoniae Nova Descriptio, 1573-1578. Artist: Anonymous master
Livonia Map, Livoniae Nova Descriptio, 1573-1578. From a private collection

Noblewoman and girl of Livonia, Russian province, 16th century.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Robert von Spalarts Historical Picture of the Costumes of the Principal People of Antiquity

Lady of Livonia, Russian province, 1577.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Robert von Spalarts Historical Picture of the Costumes of the Principal People of Antiquity and of the Middle Ages

Walter Von Plettenberg
WALTER VON PLETTENBERG the last Landmeister of the Teutonic Knights in Livonia. Date: ? - 1535

Costumes of a Livonian noblewoman and her daughter, 1577 (engraving) (b / w photo)
XJF277083 Costumes of a Livonian noblewoman and her daughter, 1577 (engraving) (b/w photo) by Weigel, Hans (fl.1577); Private Collection; (add.info)

International yacht race at New York between the Livonia and Dauntless during a gale. Wood engraving, 1871
YACHT RACE, 1871. International yacht race at New York between the Livonia and Dauntless during a gale. Wood engraving, 1871

YACHT: LIVONIA, 1871. The English yacht Livonia. Wood engraving from an American newspaper of 1871

The Race for the Queens Cup between the American yacht Sappho and the English yacht Livonia, in New York Harbour, October 23rd 1871. Date: October 23rd 1871

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Livonia, a land steeped in history and resilience. From the reign of Stephen Bathory at Pskov to the Russian atrocities that stained its soil in 1578, this region has witnessed both triumphs and tragedies. The anonymous artist's depiction of these horrors in Livonia during July and August 1577 serves as a haunting reminder of the human capacity for cruelty. Gerardus Mercator's artistic portrayal in "Atlas sive Cosmographicae Meditationes de Fabrica Mundi et Fabricati Fugura" showcases Livonia's place within Europe, highlighting its significance on the continental stage. Meanwhile, Johann Baptist Homann's cartographic masterpiece from ca 1720 unveils the beauty of the Baltic Sea surrounding Livonia, capturing its maritime allure. Even amidst adversity, Livonians have persevered. The indigenous people of Latvia and Estonia known as Livs have nurtured their unique culture throughout centuries of change. Their traditions are immortalized through engravings like "Habit of a Lady in 1577, " offering us glimpses into their rich heritage. The spirit of adventure also thrives within Livonia's shores. Whether it be yachting races along the Solent or international competitions like "The New Thames Yacht Club Schooner-Match, " this region has embraced nautical pursuits with gusto. Even when disaster struck with the loss of bowsprit mid-Atlantic in 1871, an oil painting captured both tragedy and resilience. Livonia stands as a testament to humanity's ability to endure and thrive despite hardships faced throughout history. Its story is one that intertwines artistry, exploration, tragedy, and triumph—a captivating narrative that continues to unfold with each passing era.