Moldavia Collection (#2)

Pangarati Monastery, Bistrita Valley, Moldavia, Romania
Pangarati Monastery is an old traditional settlement on the Bistrita Valley, Neamt County. The monastery is situated near Bistrita Monastery (one of the oldest monasteries in Moldavia)

Map of the Kingdom of Hungary, 1742 (hand coloured engraving)
XCF306032 Map of the Kingdom of Hungary, 1742 (hand coloured engraving) by Mortier, Pierre (Pieter) (1661-1711) (after); 48x57 cm; Private Collection; French, out of copyright

Grigore I Ghica (1628-1675), Prince of Wallachia. Private Collection

The Soviet Red Army in Kishinev, 1940, 1940. Private Collection

The storming the Brailov fortress on June 15, 1828, c. 1830. Artist: Campe, August Friedrich Andreas (1777-1846)
The storming the Brailov fortress on June 15, 1828, c. 1830. Private Collection

Voronet Monastery The Last Judgment details
The Voronet Monastery is a medieval monastery in the Romanian village of Voronet, . It is one of the famous painted monasteries from southern Bukovina

Romania, Moldova, Moldovita. A wall of the church inside the Moldovita monastery

Horse & cart, Moldavia, Romania Horse & cart, Moldavia, Romania peasant with horse & wagon, Romania, Moldavia

Humor monastery, Moldavia, Romania doorway, Humor monastery, Romania, Bucovina, Moldavia

The Capture of the Brailov fortress on June 7, 1828, 1829. Artist: Anonymous
The Capture of the Brailov fortress on June 7, 1828, 1829. From a private collection

Portrait of Zoie Ghica, the Princess of Moldavia, 1777. Artist: Roslin, Alexander (1718-1793)
Portrait of Zoie Ghica, the Princess of Moldavia, 1777. Found in the collection of the Nationalmuseum Stockholm

The storming the Brailov fortress on June 15, 1828, 1829. Artist: Beggrov, Karl Petrovich (1799-1875)
The storming the Brailov fortress on June 15, 1828, 1829. Found in the collection of State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Vasile Lupu, Prince of Moldavia, c1906, (1907). Vasile Lupu, Prince of Moldavia (1595-1661) secured the Moldavian throne in 1634 after a series of complicated intrigues

Michael the Brave, Prince of Wallachia, c1906, (1907). Prince of Wallachia (1593?1601), of Transylvania (1599?1600), and of Moldavia (1600)

Stephen 1V / Niamtzo / 1484
Stephen IV (the Great), prince of Moldavia, approaches a castle at Niamtzo with his troops. Date: 1484

Hotel Splendid, Galati, Romania
Street scene with the Hotel Splendid, Galati, capital city of Galati County, Moldavia, eastern Romania

Vasile Lupu
VASILE LUPU Voivode (prince) of Moldavia (present-day Romania) Date: 1595 - 1661

Antique map of Tabula Chersones

Moldovita Monastery, Bukovina, Romania
The Moldovita Monastery (Romanian: MAnastirea Moldovita) is a Romanian Orthodox monastery situated in the commune of Vatra Moldovitei, Suceava County, Moldavia, Romania

Humor Monastery, Bucovina, Romania
Humor Monastery, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Gura Humorului, Bucovina, Romania, EuropeThe church has been inscribed by UNESCO on its list of World Heritage Sites

Church of Resurrection of Sucevita monastery UNESCO. Churches of Moldavia from northern Moldavia, built from the late 15th century to the late 16th century

Church of Arbore in Bukovina
Church of Beheading of St. John Baptist of Arbore it is one of eight buildings that make up the churches of Moldavia UNESCO World Heritage SiteBukovina painted monasteries

Sucevita Monastery, Bucovina, Romania
Sucevita Monastery is an Eastern Orthodox convent situated in the Northeastern part of Romania. It is situated near the Sucevita River, in the village Sucevita, Suceava County

Design for the new gallery of busts and pictures, and so far will I trust thee gentle Kate, Henry 4th, part 1st, Gillray, James, 1756-1815, engraving 1792

Bullock Caravan in Moldavia

Exterior Frescoes Arbore Monastery, Bucovina, Romania
Church of Beheading of St John Baptist of Arbore, Bukovina painted monasteries, Unesco, Romania

Exterior Frescoes Arbore Monastery, Bucovina, Romania
Church of Beheading of St John Baptist of Arbore, Bukovina painted monasteries, Unesco, Romania

Voronet Monastery, Bucovina Region, Romania
Voronet Monastery, 15th century, religious frescoes done in Voronet blue, original paint made with lapus lazuli stone. The Voronet Monastery is a medieval monastery in the Romanian village of

Voronet Monastery, Bucovina Region, Romania
Voronet Monastery, 15th century, religious frescoes done in Voronet blue, original paint made with lapus lazuli stone. The Voronet Monastery is a medieval monastery in the Romanian village of

Arbore Monastery in Bukovna Romania
Church of the Beheading of St. John the Baptist of ArboreArbore Monastery is located in the northeastern part of Romania, in the Bukovina region, about 30 km from the town of Suceava

Detail from a wall of painted Voronet Monastery
Detail from the last judgement fresco in a wall of the painted Voronet Monastery, Suceava County, Bukovina Region, Romania

Fresco in a wall of painted Voronet Monastery

Detail from a wall of painted Voronet Monastery
Detail from the last judgement fresco in a wall of the painted Voronet Monastery, Suceava County, Bukovina Region, Romania

Romania - Moldavia - Suceava. Fresco in St. Georges church (UNESCO World Heritage List, 1993)
Romania - Moldavia - Suceava. St. Georges church, 16th century. UNESCO World Heritage List, 1993. Moses and the Tablets of the Law. Fresco

Romania, Moldavia, Voronet Monastery, Fresco with George saving Princess of Trebisonda from Dragon (1547)
Romania - Moldavia - Voronet Monastery (1488). UNESCO World Heritage List, 1993. St. George saving the Princess of Trebisonda from the Dragon (1547). Fresco

Design For The New Gallery Of Busts And Pictures, And So Far Will I Trust Thee Gentle Kate, Henry 4th, Part 1st, Gillray, James, 1756-1815, Engraving 1792

Strada Tecuci, Galati, Romania
Strada Tecuci, Galati - a city and municipality in Romania, the capital of Galati County. Located in the historical region of Moldavia, in the close vicinity of Braila

Iasi, Romania - General View
Iasi, Moldavia Region, Romania - General View toward Barboi Churchs tower. Date: 1919

Galati, Romania
A fine townhouse in Galati - a city and municipality in Romania, the capital of Galati County. Located in the historical region of Moldavia, in the close vicinity of Braila

Galati, Romania - Street scene
Galati, Romania - a city and municipality in Romania, the capital of Galati County. Located in the historical region of Moldavia, in the close vicinity of Braila

Romania - Piatra Neamt
School at Piatra Neamt in the historical region of Moldavia, eastern Romania. Date: 1900

Piatra-Neamt - Romania
Cozla Park at Piatra-Neamt - Romania - the capital city of Neamt County, in the historical region of Moldavia, eastern Romania. Date: circa 1903

Lear / Nonsense / Moldavia
There was an Old Man of Moldavia, who had the most curious behaviour; For while he was able, he slept on a table, that funny Old Man of Moldavia

Mail Wagon Moldavia
Carrying the mail in Moldavia, eastern Europe

Michael Soutra
MICHAEL SOUTRA (or Sutra ?) Prince of Moldavia (now part of Romania) then under Ottoman rule, so that he is little more than a Turkish official

The Virtuous Ladder with 30 steps from hell to paradise, church dating from 1586, Sucevita Monastery, Moldavia, Romania, Europe

Frescoes painted on outside to inspire peasants, Moldovita Monastery, Moldavia, Romania, Europe

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Moldavia: A Captivating Blend of History, Culture, and Natural Beauty Nestled in the enchanting country of Romania, a region that beckons travelers with its rich heritage and breathtaking landscapes. From the picturesque Bucovina to the historic city of Iasi, this captivating destination offers an array of sights that will leave you spellbound. One cannot miss the exterior splendor of Voronet Monastery, a true gem adorning Moldavia's landscape. Its vibrant frescoes, dating back to 1547 and recognized by UNESCO for their cultural significance, depict scenes from The Last Judgement. These masterpieces inspire awe and admiration as they adorn the monastery's walls. Venturing further into Moldavia reveals stunning views of nature's wonders. The majestic Carpathian Mountains dominate the northern horizon near Campulung Moldovenesc. Their snow-capped peaks stand tall against azure skies, inviting adventurers to explore their untamed beauty. As you traverse through this land steeped in history, remnants of past struggles come alive before your eyes. The Battle of Cecora in 1620 serves as a testament to Moldavia's resilience during turbulent times. This significant event shaped the region's destiny and left an indelible mark on its collective memory. Speaking of historical figures, Grigore I Ghica stands out as one who played a pivotal role in shaping Wallachia's fate during his reign from 1628 to 1675. His portrait immortalized by Gerard Bouttats showcases his regal presence and enduring legacy. But it is not only grand events or noble leaders that define Moldavian history; it is also marked by ordinary people rising up for their rights. An illustration from Le Pelerin depicts Romanian peasants revolting in April 1907—a powerful reminder that change often springs from grassroots movements fueled by determination and solidarity. Beyond its historical tapestry lies another facet of Moldavia's allure—the tranquil beauty of the Bicaz River.