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Poland Collection (#6)

"Discover the Rich Tapestry of Poland: A Land of Heroes, Heritage

Background imagePoland Collection: A. Rubinstein, 1872 (lithograph)

A. Rubinstein, 1872 (lithograph)
8914928 A. Rubinstein, 1872 (lithograph) by Kriehuber, Josef Nikolaus (1800-76); Osterreichische Nationalbibliothek, Vienna, Austria; (add.info.: A. Rubinstein, lithograph by Joseph Kriehuber)

Background imagePoland Collection: Wladyslaw Reymont, 1925 (book cover)

Wladyslaw Reymont, 1925 (book cover)
7338635 Wladyslaw Reymont, 1925 (book cover); Muzeum Literatury, Warsaw, Poland; (add.info.: Cover of Reymont's novel 'Chlopi'); Muzeum Literatury/East News.

Background imagePoland Collection: Nikolaus Copernicus, 1930 (copper engraving)

Nikolaus Copernicus, 1930 (copper engraving)
8915372 Nikolaus Copernicus, 1930 (copper engraving) by Comerio, Agostino (1784-1834); Osterreichische Nationalbibliothek, Vienna, Austria; (add.info.: Copernicus, Nikolaus)

Background imagePoland Collection: Grisaille Therese Czartoryska, 1793 (watercolour)

Grisaille Therese Czartoryska, 1793 (watercolour)
8914729 Grisaille Therese Czartoryska, 1793 (watercolour) by Unknown artist, (18th century); Osterreichische Nationalbibliothek, Vienna, Austria; (add.info.: Therese Czartoryska, grisaille)

Background imagePoland Collection: Costumes and flags of the World (colour litho)

Costumes and flags of the World (colour litho)
6032826 Costumes and flags of the World (colour litho) by European School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Costumes and flags of the World.); Look and Learn / Barbara Loe Collection.

Background imagePoland Collection: Stanislaw Moniuszko, Polish and Belarusian composer (colour litho)

Stanislaw Moniuszko, Polish and Belarusian composer (colour litho)
6029626 Stanislaw Moniuszko, Polish and Belarusian composer (colour litho) by European School (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Stanislaw Moniuszko, Polish and Belarusian composer)

Background imagePoland Collection: John Sobieski at the Battle of Vienna, 1683, from Hutchinson's History of the Nations, pub.1915

John Sobieski at the Battle of Vienna, 1683, from Hutchinson's History of the Nations, pub.1915
3533985 John Sobieski at the Battle of Vienna, 1683, from Hutchinson's History of the Nations, pub.1915; (add.info.: John Sobieski at the Battle of Vienna, 1683)

Background imagePoland Collection: Russian - Polish shtetl or Jewish village Chelm, Poland c

Russian - Polish shtetl or Jewish village Chelm, Poland c
3914794 Russian - Polish shtetl or Jewish village Chelm, Poland c; (add.info.: Russian - Polish shtetl or Jewish village Chelm, Poland c. 1916-18 Children outside their family home with their goat)

Background imagePoland Collection: Marie Curie as a child

Marie Curie as a child
3779322 Marie Curie as a child; (add.info.: Marie Curie as a child with her brother and sisters. From left to right are Zosia, Hela, Manya (Marie Curie), Joseph and Bronya

Background imagePoland Collection: Polish miner's home, near Scranton, PA., 1912. Creator: Bain News Service

Polish miner's home, near Scranton, PA., 1912. Creator: Bain News Service
Polish miner's home, near Scranton, PA., 1912.

Background imagePoland Collection: World Rally Championship

World Rally Championship
Sebastien Loeb (FRA), Citroen C4 WRC, on stage 16. World Rally Championship, Rd8, Rally Poland, Mikolajki, Poland, Day Three, Saturday 28 June 2009.

Background imagePoland Collection: FIA World Rally Championship

FIA World Rally Championship, Rd 8. June 25 - 28, 2009 Rally Poland, Mikolajki, Poland. Day 2, Saturday June 27, 2009. Mads Ostberg (NOR) on stage 13. DIGITAL IMAGE

Background imagePoland Collection: World Rally Championship

World Rally Championship
FIA World Rally Championship, Rd 8. June 25 - 28, 2009 Rally Poland, Mikolajki, Poland. Day 1, Friday June 26, 2009. Petter Solberg (NOR) on stage 7. DIGITAL IMAGE

Background imagePoland Collection: Polish Balt - Torpedownia

Polish Balt - Torpedownia
Ivo Mateju

Background imagePoland Collection: Love in Twenty-four Languages (colour litho)

Love in Twenty-four Languages (colour litho)
8656920 Love in Twenty-four Languages (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Love in Twenty-four Languages)

Background imagePoland Collection: Maria Sklodowska-Curie, c.1902-05 (b/w photo)

Maria Sklodowska-Curie, c.1902-05 (b/w photo)
7338835 Maria Sklodowska-Curie, c.1902-05 (b/w photo); (add.info.: Maria Sklodowska-Curie with her daughter. Reproduction by Piotr Baracz); Jerzy Baracz/East News

Background imagePoland Collection: Henryk Sienkiewicz, c.1900-01 (b/w photo)

Henryk Sienkiewicz, c.1900-01 (b/w photo)
7338641 Henryk Sienkiewicz, c.1900-01 (b/w photo); Muzeum Literatury, Warsaw, Poland; (add.info.: Henryk Sienkiewicz during breakfast break on the hunt with Ejsmonds); Muzeum Literatury/East News

Background imagePoland Collection: Alexander II of Russia

Alexander II of Russia
5305037 Alexander II of Russia.; (add.info.: Engraved portrait of Alexander II of Russia (1818-1881) Emperor of Russia and King of Poland and the Grand Duke of Finland. Dated 19th Century

Background imagePoland Collection: Hevelius comet

Hevelius comet
5307517 Hevelius comet.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Hevelius comet in 1665. Discovered by Johannes Hevelius (1611-1687) an astronomer and mayor of Danzig

Background imagePoland Collection: Hevelius comet

Hevelius comet
5307514 Hevelius comet.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Hevelius comet in 1665. Discovered by Johannes Hevelius (1611-1687) an astronomer and mayor of Danzig

Background imagePoland Collection: Hevelius comet

Hevelius comet
5307511 Hevelius comet.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Hevelius comet in 1665. Discovered by Johannes Hevelius (1611-1687) an astronomer and mayor of Danzig

Background imagePoland Collection: Nicolaus Copernicus, 1473 - 1543, scientist, mathematician, astrologer, portrait

Nicolaus Copernicus, 1473 - 1543, scientist, mathematician, astrologer, portrait, historical illustration, 1880
UIG5413529 Nicolaus Copernicus, 1473 - 1543, scientist, mathematician, astrologer, portrait, historical illustration, 1880; UIG

Background imagePoland Collection: Catherine Jagiellon, portrait

Catherine Jagiellon, portrait
6266173 Catherine Jagiellon, portrait; (add.info.: Catherine Jagiellon, 1526-1583. Polish princess and wife of John III of Sweden.); Photo © Ken Welsh. All rights reserved 2024

Background imagePoland Collection: Map showing the partitions of Poland, 18th century. (print)

Map showing the partitions of Poland, 18th century. (print)
7420057 Map showing the partitions of Poland, 18th century. (print); (add.info.: Map showing the partitions of Poland, from top left, Poland before 1772, after 1772, after 1793 and after 1795)

Background imagePoland Collection: Maria Sklodowska-Curie, 1903 (b/w photo)

Maria Sklodowska-Curie, 1903 (b/w photo)
7339074 Maria Sklodowska-Curie, 1903 (b/w photo); (add.info.: Maria Sklodowska-Curie shortly after defending her doctorate, France); Krzysztof Chojnacki Collection/East News

Background imagePoland Collection: Henryk Sienkiewicz, 1900 (b/w photo)

Henryk Sienkiewicz, 1900 (b/w photo)
7339065 Henryk Sienkiewicz, 1900 (b/w photo); Muzeum Literatury, Warsaw, Poland; (add.info.: Henryk Sienkiewicz with children, Zakopane); Muzeum Literatury/East News

Background imagePoland Collection: Wladyslaw Reymont, 1906 (b/w photo)

Wladyslaw Reymont, 1906 (b/w photo)
7338634 Wladyslaw Reymont, 1906 (b/w photo); Muzeum Literatury, Warsaw, Poland; (add.info.: Reymont's dedication for Michal Muttermilch on the title card of Chlopi novel)

Background imagePoland Collection: Henryk Sienkiewicz, 1880-89 (b/w photo)

Henryk Sienkiewicz, 1880-89 (b/w photo)
7338625 Henryk Sienkiewicz, 1880-89 (b/w photo); Muzeum Niepodległości (Museum of Independence), Warsaw, Poland; Muzeum Niepodleglosci/East News

Background imagePoland Collection: Hevelius comet

Hevelius comet
5307521 Hevelius comet.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Hevelius comet in 1661. Discovered by Johannes Hevelius (1611-1687) an astronomer and mayor of Danzig

Background imagePoland Collection: A female beekeeper at work

A female beekeeper at work
5307432 A female beekeeper at work.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a female beekeeper at work. Top: Driving bees from one skep into another in order to clear the combs)

Background imagePoland Collection: Beekeepers

Beekeepers
5307415 Beekeepers.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting beekeepers knocking a swarm into a container. Hives with alighting boards in bee shelter on left. Dated 19th century)

Background imagePoland Collection: French. Coloured illustration. dated circa 1884. depicting red flowers

French. Coloured illustration. dated circa 1884. depicting red flowers
5306742 French. Coloured illustration. dated circa 1884. depicting red flowers; Universal History Archive/UIG

Background imagePoland Collection: An engraving depicting women polishing gems for watches - American Watch Company, 19th century

An engraving depicting women polishing gems for watches - American Watch Company, 19th century
5311551 An engraving depicting women polishing gems for watches - American Watch Company, 19th century; (add.info.: Date: 1885); Universal History Archive/UIG

Background imagePoland Collection: Louis XV cartouche-shaped Royal snuff-box with interior portrait of King Stanislas Leszczynski

Louis XV cartouche-shaped Royal snuff-box with interior portrait of King Stanislas Leszczynski (1677-1766)
CH15831 Louis XV cartouche-shaped Royal snuff-box with interior portrait of King Stanislas Leszczynski (1677-1766), probably by Claude de Serre

Background imagePoland Collection: Anna Constantia von Brockdorff, 1680 - 1765, later the Countess of Cosel, portrayed as Venus

Anna Constantia von Brockdorff, 1680 - 1765, later the Countess of Cosel, portrayed as Venus
1000940 Anna Constantia von Brockdorff, 1680 - 1765, later the Countess of Cosel, portrayed as Venus. German noblewoman and mistress of Augustus the Strong, King of Poland

Background imagePoland Collection: Thaddeus Kosciuszko polish officer who took part into American war of independence, (engraving)

Thaddeus Kosciuszko polish officer who took part into American war of independence, (engraving)
1724386 Thaddeus Kosciuszko polish officer who took part into American war of independence, (engraving)

Background imagePoland Collection: Fancy dress outfits: Patience, Pansy, Polish, Puritan (litho)

Fancy dress outfits: Patience, Pansy, Polish, Puritan (litho)
8636840 Fancy dress outfits: Patience, Pansy, Polish, Puritan (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Patience, Pansy, Polish, Puritan)

Background imagePoland Collection: Frederic Chopin, Polish composer (b/w photo)

Frederic Chopin, Polish composer (b/w photo)
8655925 Frederic Chopin, Polish composer (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Frederic Chopin (1810-1849), Polish composer

Background imagePoland Collection: Portrait of Frederic Chopin (1810-1849), Polish composer

Portrait of Frederic Chopin (1810-1849), Polish composer
NWI4928508 Portrait of Frederic Chopin (1810-1849), Polish composer.; (add.info.: Portrait of Frederic Chopin (1810-1849), Polish composer.); Photo © North Wind Pictures

Background imagePoland Collection: Copernicus planisphere, detail with portrait (etching)

Copernicus planisphere, detail with portrait (etching)
CUL4931697 Copernicus planisphere, detail with portrait (etching); Biblioteca Nacional, Madrid, Spain; (add.info.: SPAIN. MADRID. Madrid. National Library); Photo © GaPel/AIC

Background imagePoland Collection: Portrait of Nicolas Copernicus (Nicolaus Copernicus, 1473-1543), Polish astronomer (1473-1543)

Portrait of Nicolas Copernicus (Nicolaus Copernicus, 1473-1543), Polish astronomer (1473-1543)
XEE5028768 Portrait of Nicolas Copernicus (Nicolaus Copernicus, 1473-1543), Polish astronomer (1473-1543); (add.info.: Portrait of Nicolas Copernicus (Nicolaus Copernicus, 1473-1543)

Background imagePoland Collection: Representation of Saint Casimir (1458-1484) Prince of Poland (Saint Casimir Jagiellon)

Representation of Saint Casimir (1458-1484) Prince of Poland (Saint Casimir Jagiellon (Kazimierz or Kazimieras)
ELD4911643 Representation of Saint Casimir (1458-1484) Prince of Poland (Saint Casimir Jagiellon (Kazimierz or Kazimieras) Prince of Poland)

Background imagePoland Collection: Portrait of Frederic Chopin, Polish composer and pianist (1810-1849) circa 1847

Portrait of Frederic Chopin, Polish composer and pianist (1810-1849) circa 1847. 19th century (engraving)
ELD4905555 Portrait of Frederic Chopin, Polish composer and pianist (1810-1849) circa 1847. 19th century (engraving); Private Collection; Photo © The Holbarn Archive

Background imagePoland Collection: Mary Josepha of Austria (1699-1757), Queen of Poland - Maria Josepha, Queen of Poland, 18th century

Mary Josepha of Austria (1699-1757), Queen of Poland - Maria Josepha, Queen of Poland, 18th century
FLO4686521 Mary Josepha of Austria (1699-1757), Queen of Poland - Maria Josepha, Queen of Poland, 18th century, after Louis de Silvestre

Background imagePoland Collection: Warsaw: Polish aristocrat in traditional dress, 1870

Warsaw: Polish aristocrat in traditional dress, 1870
LUX4718192 Warsaw: Polish aristocrat in traditional dress, 1870; (add.info.: Warsaw: Polish aristocrat in traditional dress, 1870); Photo © Lux-in-Fine

Background imagePoland Collection: Nobleman of Poland and a woman of Lithuania. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Robert von

Nobleman of Poland and a woman of Lithuania. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Robert von Spalart's "
FLO4704978 Nobleman of Poland and a woman of Lithuania. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Robert von Spalart's " Historical Picture of the Costumes of the Peoples of Antiquity

Background imagePoland Collection: Costume of a Polish man, 19th century. He wears a long tunic, satin vest, silk sash belt

Costume of a Polish man, 19th century. He wears a long tunic, satin vest, silk sash belt, fur pelisse
FLO4565375 Costume of a Polish man, 19th century. He wears a long tunic, satin vest, silk sash belt, fur pelisse, leather boots and chapska hat

Background imagePoland Collection: Engraving depicting an armed Polish Nobleman

Engraving depicting an armed Polish Nobleman
3520832 Engraving depicting an armed Polish Nobleman; (add.info.: Engraving depicting an armed Polish Nobleman. Dated 18th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG




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"Discover the Rich Tapestry of Poland: A Land of Heroes, Heritage, and Natural Beauty" Immerse yourself in the captivating history as you journey through its remarkable landmarks and cultural icons. From the fearless Polish pilots of 303 Squadron during World War II to the groundbreaking achievements of Marie Curie, this country has been home to extraordinary individuals who have left an indelible mark on our world. Step back in time as you explore Greater Poland's charming city of Poznan, with its picturesque Old Town and bustling Market Square. Admire the iconic poster "Beat the Whites with the red wedge" by artist El Lissitzky, a powerful symbol that represents Poland's resilience during challenging times. Trace the borders on a historical map and witness how Europe transformed in 1871 after Germany's unification. Then escape into nature's embrace amidst Zakopane's breathtaking Tatra Mountains, where typical Polish landscapes unfold before your eyes. Pay homage to Mary at Czestochowa, a revered pilgrimage site that holds deep spiritual significance for many. Delve further into history with another map showcasing Poland in 1772 when it faced territorial divisions but never lost its spirit. Embark on an unforgettable adventure along Wieliczka Salt Mine's tourist route – a UNESCO World Heritage Site – located near Krakow in Malopolska. Marvel at centuries-old underground chambers carved out entirely from salt while discovering their historical importance. Witness Warsaw come alive at dawn as you stand mesmerized by Old Town Market Square and be enchanted by the mythical Warsaw Mermaid guarding this UNESCO world heritage site. Uncover tales of bravery as you learn about Stephen Bathory at Pskov – his triumphs forever etched in Polish history books. Finally, let Zakopane cast its spell upon you once more; immerse yourself in its majestic beauty nestled within the Tatra Mountains.