Mura Collection

Okinawa, Japan shopping district at Mihama American Village at dusk

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Le Mura, The City Walls, Lucca, Tuscany, Italy, Europe Date: 22/01/2009

Italy: Volterra, Mura etrusche (b / w photo)
6011602 Italy: Volterra, Mura etrusche (b/w photo) by Hielscher, Kurt (1881-1948); Private Collection; (add.info.: Volterra, Mura etrusche)

Italy: Bagnaia, Torre delle mura (b / w photo)
6011645 Italy: Bagnaia, Torre delle mura (b/w photo) by Hielscher, Kurt (1881-1948); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bagnaia, Torre delle mura)

Italy: Todi, Torre delle mura (b / w photo)
6011607 Italy: Todi, Torre delle mura (b/w photo) by Hielscher, Kurt (1881-1948); Private Collection; (add.info.: Todi, Torre delle mura)

Roman domus of St. Giulia: detail of a frescoed wall representing a basket of red roses, II century AD (fresco)
5973847 Roman domus of St. Giulia: detail of a frescoed wall representing a basket of red roses, II century AD (fresco) by Roman, (2nd century AD); Museo di Santa Giulia, Museo della citta, Brescia

Italy: Chianciano, Mura della cita (b / w photo)
6011624 Italy: Chianciano, Mura della cita (b/w photo) by Hielscher, Kurt (1881-1948); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chianciano, Mura della cita)

Italy: Este, Mura (b / w photo)
6011569 Italy: Este, Mura (b/w photo) by Hielscher, Kurt (1881-1948); Private Collection; (add.info.: Este, Mura. Illustration for Unbekanntes Italien [Unknown Italy] by Kurt Hielscher)

S. Paolo Fuori le Mura (oil on canvas)
704282 S. Paolo Fuori le Mura (oil on canvas) by Italian School, (17th century); Museo di Roma, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: The Papal Basilica of St Paul Outside the Walls (Italian)

View of the ruins of Persepolis or Chehel Minar, capital of the Achaemenid Empire, Iran. Prospetto generale della rovine di Persepoli

Alexander Condemning False Praise, 1760s. Creator: Mura, Francesco de
Alexander Condemning False Praise, 1760s

Four Mura Indians, 1854 / 1869. Creator: George Catlin
Four Mura Indians, 1854/1869

Basilica e Monesterio dis Paolo fuori le mura
Basilica e Monesterio di S. Paolo fuori le mura, Delle magnificenze di Roma antica e moderna, Vasi, Giuseppe, 1710-1782, Engraving, 1747-1761, Plate 100 in volume 5. Volumes 5 and 6 are bound together

Chiesa dis Agnese fuori delle mura Delle magnificenze
Chiesa di S. Agnese fuori delle mura, Delle magnificenze di Roma antica e moderna, Vasi, Giuseppe, 1710-1782, Engraving, 1747-1761, plate 103, volume 6. The book contains both volumes 5 and 6

Giardino della casa di Diomede presso alle mura di Pompei, Raccolta di varie decorazioni sceniche inventate ed eseguite per il R

Di fuori delle mura di San Pancrazio Fotografi di
Di fuori delle mura di San Pancrazio, Fotografi di Roma 1849, Lecchi, Stefano, 19th century, c. 1849, salted paper prints, 43 x 31 cm. photographic prints 22 x 16 cm. and smaller

Sta Agnese extra muro Dessins Castellan A L
Sta. Agnese extra muro, Dessins, Castellan, A. L. (Antoine Laurent), 1772-1838, Pencil, ink and wash on paper, 1797-1799, View of Sant Agnese Fuori le Mura. Title from caption on drawing

Sotriarchalio Sancti Laurenta Basilica Dessins
Sotriarchalio Sancti Laurenta Basilica, Dessins, Castellan, A. L. (Antoine Laurent), 1772-1838, Pencil, ink and wash on paper, 1797-1799, View of San Lorenzo fuori le Mura

Study of Trees, Sompting, Sussex, c19th century. Artist: Frank Mura
Study of Trees, Sompting, Sussex, c19th century. From The Studio Volume 58 [London Offices of the Studio, London, 1913.]

Loading the Barge, c19th century. Artist: Frank Mura
Loading the Barge, c19th century. From The Studio Volume 58 [London Offices of the Studio, London, 1913.]

Pastures at La Madeleine, Near Montreuil, c19th century. Artist: Frank Mura
Pastures at La Madeleine, Near Montreuil, c19th century. From The Studio Volume 58 [London Offices of the Studio, London, 1913.]

Sisygambis... Mistakes Hephistion (Hephaestion) for Alexander the Great, 18th century. Artist: Mura, Francesco de
Sisygambis, Mother of Darius III, Mistakes Hephistion (Hephaestion) for Alexander the Great, 18th century. After Alexanders (356-323 BC) defeat of the Persian King Darius III (died 331 BC)

San Marino - Panorama of The City, Defensive Walls and Borgo Maggiore. Date: 1943

San Marino - Panorama of The City and Defensive Walls Date: 1943

San Marino - The Second Tower and Castle Walls. Date: 1943

Study Male Figure Lowered Grave recto Kneeling Female Figure
Artokoloro

The traditional Japanese stringed instrument known as the shamisen. On Okinawa it is covered in the skin of the habu a local poisonous snake

Francesco de Mura (Neapolitan, 1696-1782), Alexander Condemning False Praise, 1760s, oil on canvas

View of the interior of Basilica of San Paolo fuori le Mura, from the Views
XJF497248 View of the interior of Basilica of San Paolo fuori le Mura, from the Views of Rome series, c.1760 (etching) by Piranesi

The Interior of Santa Costanza, from the Views of Rome series, 1758 (etching)
XJF497208 The Interior of Santa Costanza, from the Views of Rome series, 1758 (etching) by Piranesi, Giovanni Battista (1720-78); Private Collection; (add.info.: Vedute di Roma, Tempio di Bacco)

The Papal Basilica of St Paul Outside the Walls - Rome
The Papal Basilica of St Paul Outside the Walls (Basilica Papale di San Paolo fuori le Mura) - one of Romes four ancient major basilicas or papal basilicas. Date: circa 1910

Sisygambus, mother of Darius III, mistakes Hephistion (Hephaestion) for Alexander the Great. After Alexanders defeat of the Persians at Issus, 333 BC, Dariuss womenfolk were taken to Alexanders tent

San Paolo Fire
The basilica of San Paolo fuori le mura (outside the walls) is destroyed by fire

Jeruzalem vineyards, Mura (Pomurje), Slovenia, Europe

Jeruzalem vineyards, Mura (Pomurje), Slovenia, Europe

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"Mura: A Journey Through Time and Art in Italy" Step into the enchanting world of "mura" as we explore the captivating landmarks, ancient ruins, and artistic masterpieces that bear witness to Italy's rich history. From Volterra's Etruscan walls to Bagnaia's majestic Torre delle mura, these black and white photographs transport us back in time, allowing us to marvel at the architectural wonders that have withstood centuries. In Todi, a Torre delle mura stands tall against the sky, reminding us of a bygone era when these fortified towers protected cities from invaders. Meanwhile, within the Roman domus of St. Giulia lies an exquisite frescoed wall depicting a basket overflowing with vibrant red roses—a testament to the artistic prowess of 2nd-century AD craftsmen. Chianciano's Mura della cita beckon us closer with their mysterious allure captured in monochrome hues. Este's ancient walls whisper tales of battles fought and victories won throughout history. And S. Paolo Fuori le Mura comes alive on canvas, showcasing its grandeur through oil strokes that bring forth its architectural splendor. Venturing beyond Italian borders but staying true to our theme, we encounter Persepolis' haunting ruins or Chehel Minar—an awe-inspiring sight that reminds us of mankind's impermanence amidst nature's enduring presence. In another realm entirely is Francesco de Mura's masterpiece "Alexander Condemning False Praise, " where artistry meets storytelling in this thought-provoking painting from the 1760s. Diverse cultures intertwine as George Catlin introduces us to Four Mura Indians—capturing their essence and preserving their heritage for generations to come. Lastly, Frank Mura takes brush to canvas in Sompting capturing nature’s beauty through his study of trees—a timeless piece reflecting upon our connection with the natural world.