Rampart Collection (#11)

Street market, Ghent, Belgium
19th century vintage photograph: street market, Ghent, Belgium

View of the town of Dinan, France
19th century vintage photograph: view of the town of Dinan, France

Single
2905672 Single by Nieuhof, Johannes (1618-1672) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Boats on the river in the city of Single in China)

Tuncham
2905666 Tuncham by Nieuhof, Johannes (1618-1672) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: View of Tuncham city in China with a fortified wall)

Ancient temple at Luxor, Egypt, image c. 1880 s
19th century vintage photograph: ruins of the ancient temple at Luxor, Egypt, image c.1880 s

Palace of Balisarius, Turkey, c. 1880 s
19th century vintage photograph: Palace of Balisarius, Turkey, c.1880 s

Church of the Nativity and view of the town of Bethlehem
19th century vintage photograph: Church of the Nativity and view of the town of Bethlehem. Bethlehem is a Palestinian town south of Jerusalem in the West Bank

View of Constantine Algeria
19th century vintage photograph: view of Constantine Algeria

Chiatamone Naples and Castell dell Ovo, Italy
Vintage 19th century photograph - Chiatamone Naples and Castell dell Ovo, Italy

Street of Tombs, Pompeii, Italy
Vintage 19th century photograph - Street of Tombs, Pompeii, Italy. The Street of Tombs ran from the Herculaneum Gate on the road leading towards Herculaneum

Subiaco, near Rome, Italy
19th century vintage photograph - Subiaco is a town and comune in the Metropolitan City of Rome, in Lazio, central Italy

View of Sorrento, from Capodimonte, Italy
19th century vintage photograph - view of Sorrento, from Capodimonte, Italy c.1880 s, with ship in the bay

he Palazzo dei Priori, Perugia, Italy
19th century vintage photograph - Italy. The Palazzo dei Priori or comunale in the central Piazza IV Novembre in Perugia, Umbria

The Etruscan Arch or Arch of Augustus Perugia, Italy
19th century vintage photograph - The Etruscan Arch or Arch of Augustus or Augustus Gate is one of eight gates in the Etruscan wall of Perusia, known today as Perugia

Temple of Ramses II Medinet Habu Egypt
Vintage 19th century photograph: Temple of Ramses II Medinet Habu Egypt, photograph 1850s by Maxime Du Camp

The Pyramid of Cestius, ancient pyramid in Rome, Italy
Vintage 19th century photograph: The Pyramid of Cestius is an ancient pyramid in Rome, Italy, near the Porta San Paolo and the Protestant Cemetery

Piazza Vittoria, Palermo, Italy
Vintage 19th century photograph: Piazza Vittoria, Palermo, Italy. c.1880 s

Portfolio of drawings by Mutio Oddi of Urbino and others - Po Fume, c
2919735 Portfolio of drawings by Mutio Oddi of Urbino and others - Po Fume, c.1635-40 (pen & ink on paper in bound volume) by Oddi, Muzio (1569-1639) (circle of); 35x24 cm; The University of St

Fishermen pulling nets on the shore at Naples, Italy
Vintage 19th century photograph: fisherman pulling nets on the shore at Naples, Italy, image c.1870 s

Village on the Hakone Road, Japan
19th century vintage photograph - view on the Hakone road, with thatched village houses, Japan

The House of the Faun, Pompeii, Italy
19th century vintage photograph - tourists at the The House of the Faun, Pompeii. Built during the 2nd century BC, was one of the largest and most impressive private residences in Pompeii, Italy

Moot Hall, Hexham, Northumerland
Vintage 19th century photograph: the Moot Hall, Hexham, Northumerland

Manor Hall, Hexham, Northumerland
Vintage 19th century photograph: Manor Hall, Hexham, Northumerland

Beach and boats at Cromer, Norfolk
Vintage 19th century photograph: beach and boats at Cromer, Norfolk

Tomb of Lazarus, Bethany, Palestine, modern West Bank
19th century vintage photograph - tomb of Lazarus, Bethany, Holy Land, Palestine. The Tomb of Lazarus is a traditional spot of pilgrimage located in the West Bank town of al-Eizariya

France c. 1890 - Menton, street in the old town
Vintage 19th century photograph: France c.1890 - Menton, street in the old town

Palazzo Widmann, Venice Italy
Vintage 19th century photograph - Palazzo Widmann, viewed from the canal, Venezia, Venice, Italy, c.1880s

Nakashima-gawa Bridge, Nagasaki - Japan
Vintage 19th century photograph - Japan - from the studio of Baron Raimund von Stillfried. Nakashima-gawa Bridge, Nagasaki

Mount of Olives and Russian Orthodox church, Jerusalem
Vintage 19th century photograph - Mount of Olives and Russian Orthodox church, Jerusalem, Palestine, Holy Land, Israel

Garden of Gethsemane, tomb of the Virgin, Jerusalem
Vintage 19th century photograph - the Garden of Gethsemane and the tomb of the Virgin, Jerusalem, Palestine, Holy Land, Israel

Porte Saint-Pierre, Nantes (colour photo)
3095129 Porte Saint-Pierre, Nantes (colour photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Porte Saint-Pierre, Nantes)

The defences of Switzerland: military supply convoy heading towards the forts of the Rhone Valley between Saint-Maurice
3097595 The defences of Switzerland: military supply convoy heading towards the forts of the Rhone Valley between Saint-Maurice and the Simplon Pass (colour litho) by French School

Port Saint Joseph, Sanremo, Italy
Vintage 19th century photograph: Port Saint Joseph, Sanremo, Italy

Theatre of Marcellus, Rome, Italy
Vintage 19th century photograph: Theatre of Marcellus, Rome, Italy

Greek Theatre, Taormina, Sicily, Italy
Vintage 19th century photograph - what appears to be telegraph signal station beside the Greek Theatre, Taormina, Sicily, Italy

Torre de los Picos Alhambra, Granada, Spain
Vintage 19th century photograph - The Tower of the Points (Torre de los Picos) Alhambra, Granada, Spain

Fortress of Seven Towers (Yedikule), Istanbul, Turkey
Vintage 19th century photograph - Fortress of Seven Towers (Yedikule), Istanbul, Turkey

City walls, Jerusalem, modern Israel
Vintage 19th century photograph - walls of the city of Jerusalem, modern Israel

Les Lavoirs, Vannes (engraving & drypoint)
3057552 Les Lavoirs, Vannes (engraving & drypoint) by Nixon, Job (1891-1938); 24.1x41.9 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: One of 75 proofs); Abbott and Holder, London, UK; English, out of copyright

Pirna: The Obertor from the South, c. 1760 (oil on canvas)
3086895 Pirna: The Obertor from the South, c.1760 (oil on canvas) by Bellotto, Bernardo (1720-80); 46.4 x 78.1 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

Map of Dusseldorf (pen & ink on paper)
2562871 Map of Dusseldorf (pen & ink on paper) by French School, (18th century); Archives du Genie, Vincennes, France; (add.info.: Plan de Dusseldorf); French, out of copyright

Map of Dusseldorf, 1760 (pen & ink on paper)
2562866 Map of Dusseldorf, 1760 (pen & ink on paper) by French School, (18th century); Archives du Genie, Vincennes, France; French, out of copyright

Jain Temple Mount Abou, Abu, India, religious site, Bourne and Shphers studio, late 19th century

Pont / bridge d Iena, and Trocadero, Paris France
Vintage 19th century photograph- Pont / bridge d Iena, and Trocadero, Paris France

Wall of Jerusalem, St Damascus Gate Palestine, Israel, Holy
Vintage early 20th century photograph - city wall of Jerusalem, St Damascus Gate Palestine, Israel, Holy Land

Wall of Jerusalem, Mount of Olives, Palestine, Israel, Holy
Vintage early 20th century photograph - city wall of Jerusalem, Mount of Olives, Palestine, Israel, Holy Land

Ruined castle on the River Rhine, Germany, late 19th century

Central chamber of Baths of Caracalla, Rome, Italy
Central chamber of the Baths of Caracalla, Rome, Italy. Vintage 19th century photograph

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"Unveiling the Magnificence of Ramparts: Exploring Historic Castles and Fortresses" Step back in time and immerse yourself in the grandeur of ramparts, as we embark on a journey through some of England's most iconic castles. From Bamburgh Castle, standing tall against the Northumberland coastline (K021974), to Dover Castle, guarding the White Cliffs with its imposing presence (K970010), these fortifications have witnessed centuries of history. Venture further south to St Mawes Castle (J870402) and Lindisfarne Castle (N080248), where their strategic locations offer breathtaking views alongside tales of battles fought and won. The enchanting beauty captured by Alonzo Chappel's painting transports us to Hamilton at Yorktown in 1781 (1755-1804), reminding us of the significance these ramparts held during pivotal moments in history. Lindisfarne Castle makes another appearance (K011703) alongside Maiden Castle (N060316) and Bamburgh Castle once more (J070053). These architectural marvels stand as testaments to human ingenuity, showcasing both strength and elegance. As night falls, Dover Castle takes on an ethereal glow that captivates all who witness it (K020968). Its illuminated ramparts create a mesmerizing spectacle that echoes with stories from long ago. Whether you are a history enthusiast or simply seeking awe-inspiring sights, these remarkable structures like Lindisfarne Castle (K880004)and Bamburgh castle (K011670) will leave you spellbound. Marvel at their intricate designs while imagining knights defending their kingdoms or soldiers strategizing within these formidable walls. Join us on this captivating journey through time as we explore the majesty and resilience embodied by these magnificent ramparts. Discover how they continue to inspire wonderment even today.