Swissman Collection (#6)

View of Berne (Switzerland), engraving, 19th century
1756542 View of Berne (Switzerland), engraving, 19th century; (add.info.: View of Berne (Switzerland), engraving, 19th century); Photo: Tallandier

Virgin and Child with St Paul, c.1450 (Pen, black ink and grey wash)
542890 Virgin and Child with St Paul, c.1450 (Pen, black ink and grey wash); (add.info.: Swiss Master); Universal History Archive/UIG

Ball in commemoration of the opening of the Geneva Railway (engraving)
8676398 Ball in commemoration of the opening of the Geneva Railway (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Fete at the Kursaal, Interlaken, Switzerland (engraving)
8676933 Fete at the Kursaal, Interlaken, Switzerland (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fete at the Kursaal, Interlaken, Bernese Oberland, Switzerland)

Peace conference at Zurich, 1859 (engraving)
8676932 Peace conference at Zurich, 1859 (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Peace conference at Zurich to end the Second Italian War of Independence)

Positions of the chief tunnels in the Alps (litho)
8675799 Positions of the chief tunnels in the Alps (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Positions of the chief tunnels in the Alps)

William Tell, Swiss folk hero (engraving)
8677088 William Tell, Swiss folk hero (engraving) by Pecht, August Friedrich (1814-1903); Private Collection; (add.info.: William Tell, Swiss folk hero)

Cully from Epesse, Autumn (colour litho)
8675559 Cully from Epesse, Autumn (colour litho) by Lewis, J. Hardwicke (1842-1927); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cully from Epesse, Autumn)

La Tour de Haldimand, Quchy, Lausanne (colour litho)
8675557 La Tour de Haldimand, Quchy, Lausanne (colour litho) by Lewis, J. Hardwicke (1842-1927); Private Collection; (add.info.: La Tour de Haldimand, Quchy, Lausanne)

Jonas Furrer, 1805-1861 (engraving)
8632343 Jonas Furrer, 1805-1861 (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jonas Furrer, 1805-1861)

Bruder Klaus von der Flue, Saint Nicholas (engraving)
8632079 Bruder Klaus von der Flue, Saint Nicholas (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bruder Klaus von der Flue, Saint Nicholas)

Hans Herzog, Swiss general (engraving)
8673037 Hans Herzog, Swiss general (engraving) by Swiss School, (19th Century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hans Herzog (1819-1894)

Coinage of Vaud, Switzerland, 1812 (engraving)
8673032 Coinage of Vaud, Switzerland, 1812 (engraving) by Swiss School, (19th Century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Coinage of Vaud, Switzerland, 1812)

Exchange of territory between France and the Swiss canton of Vaud, 1862 (engraving)
8673031 Exchange of territory between France and the Swiss canton of Vaud, 1862 (engraving) by Swiss School, (19th Century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Daniel JeanRichard, Swiss watchmaker, 18th Century (engraving)
8673023 Daniel JeanRichard, Swiss watchmaker, 18th Century (engraving) by Bachelin, Auguste (1830-90); Private Collection; (add.info.: Daniel JeanRichard, Swiss watchmaker examining a watch)

Porrentruy Castle, Switzerland (engraving)
8673014 Porrentruy Castle, Switzerland (engraving) by Swiss School, (19th Century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Porrentruy Castle, Switzerland)

Map of the battlefield of Naefels, Switzerland, 1388 (engraving)
8673008 Map of the battlefield of Naefels, Switzerland, 1388 (engraving) by Swiss School, (19th Century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Map of the battlefield of Naefels, Switzerland, 1388)

Map of the battlefield of Battle of St Jakob an der Birs, Switzerland, 1444 (engraving)
8672999 Map of the battlefield of Battle of St Jakob an der Birs, Switzerland, 1444 (engraving) by Swiss School, (19th Century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Abbey of St Gallen, Switzerland, 11th Century (engraving)
8672988 Abbey of St Gallen, Switzerland, 11th Century (engraving) by Swiss School, (19th Century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Abbey of St Gallen, Switzerland, 11th Century)

Swiss Confederation of thirteen cantons, 16th Century (coloured engraving)
8673049 Swiss Confederation of thirteen cantons, 16th Century (coloured engraving) by Swiss School, (19th Century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Map of the Swiss Confederation of thirteen cantons)

French-speaking Switzerland, 1400 (coloured engraving)
8673048 French-speaking Switzerland, 1400 (coloured engraving) by Swiss School, (19th Century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Map of French-speaking Switzerland, 1400)

Neuchatel Revolution, Switzerland, 1848 (engraving)
8673043 Neuchatel Revolution, Switzerland, 1848 (engraving) by Swiss School, (19th Century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Neuchatel Revolution, Switzerland, 1848)

Paying homage in the Middle Ages (engraving)
8673041 Paying homage in the Middle Ages (engraving) by Swiss School, (19th Century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Paying homage in the Middle Ages)

Plan of the Battle of Gislikon, Switzerland, 1847 (engraving)
8673040 Plan of the Battle of Gislikon, Switzerland, 1847 (engraving) by Swiss School, (19th Century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Plan of the Battle of Gislikon, Switzerland, Sonderbund War)

Opening of the Swiss Federal Diet in Zurich Cathedral, 1807 (engraving)
8673029 Opening of the Swiss Federal Diet in Zurich Cathedral, 1807 (engraving) by Swiss School, (19th Century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Neuchatel, Switzerland, 1780 (engraving)
8673027 Neuchatel, Switzerland, 1780 (engraving) by Perignon, Alexis Nicolas (1785-1864); Private Collection; (add.info.: Neuchatel, Switzerland, 1780)

Niklaus von Wengi calming the Protestants, Solothurn, Switzerland, 1533 (engraving)
8673026 Niklaus von Wengi calming the Protestants, Solothurn, Switzerland, 1533 (engraving) by Swiss School, (19th Century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Niklaus von Wengi, Swiss politician)

Medieval agricultural tools (engraving)
8672989 Medieval agricultural tools (engraving) by Swiss School, (19th Century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Medieval agricultural tools)

Receiving a knighthood (engraving)
8672986 Receiving a knighthood (engraving) by Swiss School, (19th Century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Receiving a knighthood)

Rudolf I of Habsburg, King of Germany (engraving)
8672985 Rudolf I of Habsburg, King of Germany (engraving) by Swiss School, (19th Century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rudolf I of Habsburg (1218-1291), King of Germany

Medieval peasants paying their taxes to their lord (engraving)
8672984 Medieval peasants paying their taxes to their lord (engraving) by Bachmann, Hans (1852-1917); Private Collection; (add.info.: Medieval peasants paying their taxes to their lord)

Habsburg Castle, Aargau, Switzerland (engraving)
8672982 Habsburg Castle, Aargau, Switzerland (engraving) by Swiss School, (19th Century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Habsburg Castle, Aargau, Switzerland)

Justice among the amcient Helvetii (engraving)
8672978 Justice among the amcient Helvetii (engraving) by Ravel, Edouard (1847-1920); Private Collection; (add.info.: Justice among the amcient Helvetii)

Johann Kaspar Lavater, Swiss writer and physiognomist (engraving)
8626171 Johann Kaspar Lavater, Swiss writer and physiognomist (engraving) by Lips, Johann Heinrich (1758-1817); Private Collection; (add.info.: Johann Kaspar Lavater (1741-1801)

Chateau de Blonay (colour litho)
8675506 Chateau de Blonay (colour litho) by Lewis, J. Hardwicke (1842-1927); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chateau de Blonay)

The Dents du Midi and La Tour from "Entre deux Villes" (colour litho)
8675495 The Dents du Midi and La Tour from "Entre deux Villes" (colour litho) by Lewis, J. Hardwicke (1842-1927); Private Collection; (add.info)

Lausanne Cathedral from Montbenon (colour litho)
8675477 Lausanne Cathedral from Montbenon (colour litho) by Lewis, J. Hardwicke (1842-1927); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lausanne Cathedral from Montbenon)

S for Swiss (chromolitho)
8677329s for Swiss (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.:s for Swiss. Woman in traditional Swiss costume carrying a tray of drinks)

Illustration for Heidi by Johanna Spyri (litho)
8670448 Illustration for Heidi by Johanna Spyri (litho) by Rhead, Louis John (1857-1926); Private Collection; (add.info.: The visit to Grandmother)

Illustration for Heidi by Johanna Spyri (litho)
8670445 Illustration for Heidi by Johanna Spyri (litho) by Rhead, Louis John (1857-1926); Private Collection; (add.info.: Clara had the Kittens on her Lap, and Heidi was kneeling beside her)

Illustration for Heidi by Johanna Spyri (litho)
8670443 Illustration for Heidi by Johanna Spyri (litho) by Rhead, Louis John (1857-1926); Private Collection; (add.info.: "Don't cry, dear child, don't cry, " she said)

Illustration for Heidi by Johanna Spyri (litho)
8670440 Illustration for Heidi by Johanna Spyri (litho) by Rhead, Louis John (1857-1926); Private Collection; (add.info.: Heidi ran away and prayed that she might always remember God)

Illustration for Heidi by Johanna Spyri (litho)
8670438 Illustration for Heidi by Johanna Spyri (litho) by Rhead, Louis John (1857-1926); Private Collection; (add.info.: "Yes, grandmother)

Illustration for Heidi by Johanna Spyri (litho)
8670435 Illustration for Heidi by Johanna Spyri (litho) by Rhead, Louis John (1857-1926); Private Collection; (add.info.: "Yes, child)

Illustration for Heidi by Johanna Spyri (litho)
8670433 Illustration for Heidi by Johanna Spyri (litho) by Rhead, Louis John (1857-1926); Private Collection; (add.info.: Heidi Skipped along in Triumphant Glee)

Illustration for Heidi by Johanna Spyri (colour litho)
8670429 Illustration for Heidi by Johanna Spyri (colour litho) by Rhead, Louis John (1857-1926); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for Heidi by Johanna Spyri (Harper & Brothers)

Illustration for Heidi by Johanna Spyri (colour litho)
8670428 Illustration for Heidi by Johanna Spyri (colour litho) by Rhead, Louis John (1857-1926); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for Heidi by Johanna Spyri (Harper & Brothers)

Winter Scenes, 1937: The Silvretta Mountains (b/w photo)
8671703 Winter Scenes, 1937: The Silvretta Mountains (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Silvretta Mountains)

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"Swissman: A Glimpse into the Rich Tapestry of Switzerland's History and Beauty" Step back in time to the prestigious Fifth Physics Congress Solvay, Brussels, 1927, where brilliant minds converged to unravel the mysteries of the universe. This captivating black and white photo transports us to a momentous gathering that shaped scientific discourse. From there, we journey to St Moritz, Switzerland, home of The Cresta Run. Lithographs bring alive the exhilarating rush as daring individuals hurtle down icy slopes on their sledges – an adrenaline-fueled tradition that has captivated thrill-seekers for generations. The coat of arms adorning various cantons of Switzerland reveals a nation united yet diverse. These colorful lithographs showcase regional pride and herald centuries-old traditions cherished by each canton. An engraving takes us high above Murren as we embark on an awe-inspiring ascent up Schilthorn. The majestic peaks embrace us with their grandeur while whispering tales of mountaineering triumphs etched into Swiss history. In contrast, another engraving depicts "The Fall of Reichenbach, " immortalizing Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's iconic detective Sherlock Holmes' fateful encounter at this roaring waterfall. It serves as a reminder that even amidst natural wonders lies mystery waiting to be unraveled. We then find ourselves strolling along Bern's Nydeck Bridge through an enchanting engraving. The timeless architecture reflects Bern's rich heritage while inviting us into its vibrant present-day charm – a testament to Switzerland's ability to seamlessly blend past and present. Transported further back in time via pencil sketches from 1782, we explore Le chateau d'Hauteville St-Legier in Vevey. These delicate ink drawings capture the elegance and grace exuded by this historical gem nestled within Swiss landscapes – a true treasure frozen in time.