Peace Of Westphalia Collection (#2)

Georg Christopher von Halsang, c17th century. Creator: Anon
Georg Christopher von Halsang, c17th century

Gaspar de Bracamonte y Gusman, c17th century. Creator: Anon
Gaspar de Bracamonte y Gusman, c17th century

Franz Wilhelm von Wartenberg 1593-1661, count, c17th century. Creator: Anon
Franz Wilhelm von Wartenberg 1593-1661, count, c17th century

Francisco d'Andrade Leitao, delegate from Portugal, 17th century. Creator: Anon
Francisco d'Andrade Leitao, delegate from Portugal, 17th century

Francesco Nerli, c17th century. Creator: Anon
Francesco Nerli, c17th century

Didrik von Hatten, c17th century. Creator: Anon
Didrik von Hatten, c17th century

David Gloxin, c17th century. Creator: Anon
David Gloxin, c17th century

Cornelius Gobelius, c17th century, Creator: Anon
Cornelius Gobelius, c17th century

Chrysostom Coeler, 1607-1664, c17th century. Creator: Anon
Chrysostom Coeler, 1607-1664, c17th century

Claude Jérôme Chabot, c17th century. Creator: Anon
Claude Jerome Chabot, c17th century

Bartold van Ghent, c17th century. Creator: Anon
Bartold van Ghent, c17th century

Bartold van Ghent, c17th century. Creator: Anon
Bartold van Ghent, c17th century

Anton Günter, Count of Oldenburg and Delmenhorst, c17th century. Creator: Anon
Anton Gunter, Count of Oldenburg and Delmenhorst, c17th century

Antoine de Brun, 1600-1654, c17th century. Creator: Anon
Antoine de Brun, 1600-1654, c17th century

Andreas Burckardt, c17th century. Creator: Anon
Andreas Burckardt, c17th century

Alvise Contarina, c17th century. Creator: Anon
Alvise Contarina, c17th century

Altanasio Ridolfi, c17th century. Creator: Anon
Altanasio Ridolfi, c17th century

Alexander VII, 1599-1667, Pope, c17th century. Creator: Anon
Alexander VII, 1599-1667, Pope, c17th century

Adriaan Pauw, 1585-1653, c17th century. Creator: Anon
Adriaan Pauw, 1585-1653, c17th century

Adam Adami, 1603-1663, c17th century. Creator: Anon
Adam Adami, 1603-1663, c17th century

Abraham Kayser, c17th century. Creator: Anon
Abraham Kayser, c17th century

Marshal Henri de La Tour d'Auvergne, vicomte de Turenne (1611-1675), c. 1650. Creator: Anonymous
Marshal Henri de La Tour d'Auvergne, vicomte de Turenne (1611-1675), c. 1650. Found in the Collection of the Musee Carnavalet, Paris

Muenster, City of Westphalian Peace, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

The gable of the historical city hall in Muenster, Muensterland, North Rhine Westphalia, Germany

Traite de paix signe a Munster le 24 octobre 1648 (engraving)
3644837 Traite de paix signe a Munster le 24 octobre 1648 (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Traite de paix signe a Munster le 24 octobre 1648)

The Peace of Westphalia ending the Thirty Years War, Munster, Germany, 1648 (engraving)
5216998 The Peace of Westphalia ending the Thirty Years War, Munster, Germany, 1648 (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Peace of Munster, 1648 (engraving)
972705 The Peace of Munster, 1648 (engraving) by Dutch School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Peace of Munster, 1648)

The Great European War Ballet, c. 1643. Creator: Anonymous
The " Great European War Ballet", c. 1643. Private Collection

Countess Anna Margareta von Haugwitz, 1649 (oil on canvas)
3087058 Countess Anna Margareta von Haugwitz, 1649 (oil on canvas) by Hulle, Anselmus van (c.1601-74); 237x178 cm; Skokloster Castle

Peace of Westphalia, ending the Thirty Years War, 1648
Dutch celebrating the Treaty of Westphalia, ending the Thirty Years War, 1648. Printed color halftone reproduction of a painting by Flindt

Banquet Feast Meal Celebration Peace Of Westphalia
A 17th century banquet. This official dinner celebrated the signing of the Peace of Westphalia, September 25, 1649. It was held in Nuremberg, Germany

Map of Central Europe after the Peace of Westphalia, 1648. From A Short History of the World, published c. 1936
Map of Central Europe after the Peace of Westphalia, 1648. From A Short History of the World, published c.1936

Gaspar de Bracamonte y Guzman, 3rd Count of Penaranda, c. 1595 - 1676. Spanish diplomat and statesman. He headed the Spanish delegation at the Peace of Westphalia. After a 17th century engraving

Isaak Volmar, Baron von Rieden, 1582 - 1662. Austrian politician. A negotiator at the Westphalia Peace Congress

The Ratification of the Treaty of Munster, 15 May 1648. After the painting by Dutch artist Gerard ter Borch the Younger, 1617 - 1681

Willem, Baron Ripperda, 1600-1669. Dutch Ambassador and negotiator during negotiations which led to the signing of the Peace of Westphalia

Abel Servien, marquis de Sable et de Boisdauphin, 1593 -1659. French diplomat. He signed the Westphalia Peace Treaty for the French

Map of Germany, after the Peace of Westphalia in 1648. Lithograph, published in 1897

Marshal Henri de La Tour d Auvergne, vicomte de Turenne (1611-1675). Artist: Le Brun, Charles (1619-1690)
Marshal Henri de La Tour d Auvergne, vicomte de Turenne (1611-1675). Found in the collection of Musee de l Histoire de France, Chateau de Versailles

Marechal de Turenne Asleep on the Eve of the Battle of Turckheim. Artist: Lebel
Marechal de Turenne Asleep on the Eve of the Battle of Turckheim. Private Collection

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"The Peace of Westphalia: A Landmark in European History" The map of Germany, after the Peace of Westphalia in 1648, tells a tale of a continent ravaged by war but now on the path to peace. Muenster, known as the City of Westphalian Peace, stands proudly in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany - a testament to the historic treaty that was signed within its walls. As we gaze upon the gable of the historical city hall in Muensterland, North Rhine-Westphalia, we can almost hear echoes from centuries past. It was here that the ratification of the Peace of Munster between Spain and the Dutch Republic took place - an event that would shape Europe's destiny. In an engraving titled "Traite de paix signe a Munster le 24 octobre 1648, " we catch a glimpse into this monumental agreement. The image captures diplomats from various nations gathered around a table, their pens poised to sign what would become one of history's most significant peace treaties. Another engraving depicts Munster itself during those transformative times. The bustling streets and vibrant atmosphere reflect both relief and hope for lasting tranquility after years marred by conflict. Amidst these scenes emerges "The Great European War Ballet" created anonymously around 1643. This artwork serves as a poignant reminder that even amidst chaos and destruction, art finds its way to express humanity's yearning for harmony. Countess Anna Margareta von Haugwitz gazes at us from her oil-on-canvas portrait dated 1649. Her serene expression reflects not only personal triumph but also symbolizes how individuals played crucial roles in building bridges towards peace during this era. Marshal Henri de La Tour d'Auvergne is immortalized by Charles Le Brun's brush strokes.