Antwerp Collection

View of the Steen with the port, Antwerp, Belgium. Date between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900

Brabo Fountain & Town Hall, Antwerp, Eastern Flanders, Belgium Brabo Fountain & Town Hall, Antwerp, Eastern Flanders, Belgium

The historic centre of Antwerp during the evening blue hour, Antwerp, Belgium, Europe

Canvas by Rubens in Onze Lieve Vrouwekathedraal, Antwerp, Flanders, Belgium, Europe

Theatrum Orbis Terrarum (Theatre of the World) by Abraham Or
Theatrum Orbis Terrarum (Theatre of the World). Is considered to be the first true modern atlas. Written by Abraham Ortelius and originally printed on May 20, 1570, in Antwerp. World Map

Armless painter Charles Felu
Belgian painter Charles Francois Felu (1830-1900), born without arms. He was taught at an early age by his mother to draw and paint with his feet. Shown here painting in Antwerp Gallery. Date: C.1895

The 1920 Summer Olympics in Antwerp, 1920. Creator: Ven, Walter van der (1884-1950)
The 1920 Summer Olympics in Antwerp, 1920. Private Collection

Port of Antwerp in 1520. At this time, Antwerp was one of the main financial and trading centres of Western Europe. After a drawing by Albrecht Durer

Map of Germany and current Netherlands. Theatrum Orbis Terrarum by Abraham Ortelius (1527-1598). First Edition. Antwerp, 1574. Library of Catalonia. Barcelona. Spain

Antwerp Exhibition 1930
Workmen putting the finishing touches to the British Pavilion at the Antwerp Exhibition, Belgium. On the right is a copy of the Schneider Cup aeroplane. Date: 1930

RENOIR: MLLE D ANVERS, 1880. Pierre Auguste Renoir: Mlle Irene Cahen d Anvers. Oil on canvas, 1880

Hotel De L Europe, Anvers (engraving)
5235852 Hotel De L Europe, Anvers (engraving) by Belgian School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hotel De L Europe, Anvers.); Look and Learn / Barbara Loe Collection

The Grote Markt in the historic centre, Antwerp, Belgium, Europe

Centraal Station, Belgium, Antwerp

Woodcut from 1518 third edition of Utopia by Sir Thomas More (1478-1535
5615729 Woodcut from 1518 third edition of Utopia by Sir Thomas More (1478-1535) published in Basel showing the author conversing with the protagonist Raphael Hythloday about the ideal society he

Whatever I do is in vain. I piss at the moon. 1558. Creator: Bruegel (Brueghel)
Whatever I do is in vain. I piss at the moon. 1558. Found in the Collection of Museum Mayer van den Bergh, Antwerp

Telling time at night using a nocturnal. The hour is obtained by measuring the angular position of the imaginary line joining the pointers in the constellation of the Plough to the Pole Star

Europe, Belgium, Antwerp. Brabo Fountain

The old market square, Antwerp, Belgium, Europe

Belgium / Antwerp C1700
Antwerp: distant view

Antwerp Exhibition
A selection of handmade laces are shown by a local manufacturer at the Antwerp Exhibition, (Exposition Internationale Coloniale), Belgium

Royal Exchange (Original
Inspired by the bourse at Antwerp, Thomas Gresham built the first Royal Exchange at Cornhill, City of London; it was destroyed in the Fire of London, 1666

Port Crane at sunset, Antwerp, Belgium

Belgium, Flanders, Antwerp (Antwerpen). Medieval guild houses on Grote Markt

An Antwerp milk woman making her deliveries
5311830 An Antwerp milk woman making her deliveries; (add.info.: Engraving depicting an Antwerp milk woman making her deliveries using a small cart pulled by dogs)

Self portrait of Quintin Matsys or the Blacksmith of Antwerp
5854997 Self portrait of Quintin Matsys or the Blacksmith of Antwerp; (add.info.: Self portrait of Quintin Matsys or the Blacksmith of Antwerp (1460-1529), Flemish history and portrait artist

Anvers / Antwerp: Hotel de Ville (litho)
8654132 Anvers / Antwerp: Hotel de Ville (litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hotel de Ville)

Anvers / Antwerp: Maison de Charles, Quint (litho)
8654128 Anvers / Antwerp: Maison de Charles, Quint (litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Maison de Charles, Quint)

Anvers / Antwerp: Chaire de L'eglise St Andre (litho)
8654117 Anvers / Antwerp: Chaire de L'eglise St Andre (litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chaire de L'eglise St Andre)

Anvers / Antwerp: Theatre Flamand (litho)
8654138 Anvers / Antwerp: Theatre Flamand (litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Theatre Flamand)

Anvers / Antwerp: Place Verte et Cathedrale (litho)
8654135 Anvers / Antwerp: Place Verte et Cathedrale (litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Place Verte et Cathedrale)

Anvers / Antwerp: Statue de Rubens (litho)
8654122 Anvers / Antwerp: Statue de Rubens (litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Statue de Rubens)

BRAUN, George (1541-1622). ORTELIUS, Abraham (1527-1598). HOGENBERG, Franz (1535-1590)
CUL4853337 BRAUN, George (1541-1622). ORTELIUS, Abraham (1527-1598). HOGENBERG, Franz (1535-1590). Civitatis Orbis Terrarum (Theatrum orbis terrarum). 1572-1617. Antwerp (1572). Lower detail

Belgium, Antwerp: medieval district near a canal, 1900
LUX4752758 Belgium, Antwerp: medieval district near a canal, 1900; (add.info.: Belgium, Antwerp: medieval district near a canal, 1900); Photo © Lux-in-Fine.

Antwerp, Belgium: A cigar shop on a shopping street in Antwerp, 1910
LUX4816349 Antwerp, Belgium: A cigar shop on a shopping street in Antwerp, 1910; (add.info.: Antwerp, Belgium: A cigar shop on a shopping street in Antwerp, 1910); Photo © Lux-in-Fine.

Antwerp, Belgium: Antwerp City Gate, 1900
LUX4816425 Antwerp, Belgium: Antwerp City Gate, 1900; (add.info.: Antwerp, Belgium: Antwerp City Gate, 1900); Photo © Lux-in-Fine.

Belgium, Antwerp: Church of St. Peter and St. Paul, general view, 1900
LUX4805310 Belgium, Antwerp: Church of St. Peter and St. Paul, general view, 1900; (add.info.: Belgium, Antwerp: Church of St. Peter and St. Paul, general view, 1900); Photo © Lux-in-Fine.

Antwerp: The Steen Museum (Antwerp Castle), 1885
LUX4703364 Antwerp: The Steen Museum (Antwerp Castle), 1885; (add.info.: Antwerp: The Steen Museum (Antwerp Castle), 1885); Photo © Lux-in-Fine.

Antwerp: Panorama of Antwerp with city hall, walk, port and old quarter, 1885 - Zazzarini publisher 37
LUX4703332 Antwerp: Panorama of Antwerp with city hall, walk, port and old quarter, 1885 - Zazzarini publisher 37, rue marches des shoes Antwerp; (add.info.: Antwerp)

Antwerp: Panorama of Antwerp with the city hall, the walk, the port and the old quarter
LUX4703290 Antwerp: Panorama of Antwerp with the city hall, the walk, the port and the old quarter, 1885 - Zazzarini publisher 37 steps des shoes Antwerp; (add.info.: Antwerp)

Antwerp: House of Charles V (Charles of Habsburg, 1500-1558), 1885
LUX4703274 Antwerp: House of Charles V (Charles of Habsburg, 1500-1558), 1885; (add.info.: Antwerp: House of Charles V (Charles of Habsburg, 1500-1558), 1885); Photo © Lux-in-Fine.

The Dutch Finis Bellis
3329983 The Dutch Finis Bellis; (add.info.: Illustration of the Dutch Finis Bellis, a fortified ship meant to break the Spanish blockade. Dated 16th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Austrian soldiers in Brussels beside one of their motor-guns with which they were to help in the siege of Antwerp
3252922 Austrian soldiers in Brussels beside one of their motor-guns with which they were to help in the siege of Antwerp during WWI (litho); Private Collection; (add.info)

Self portrait of Jacob Jordaens
5854980 Self portrait of Jacob Jordaens; (add.info.: Self portrait of Jacob Jordaens (1594-1678), painter of history, conversation and allegorical paintings

Illustration showing a sixteenth-century printing workshop, Antwerp, Belgium. Based on a plate by Stradanus
5310723 Illustration showing a sixteenth-century printing workshop, Antwerp, Belgium. Based on a plate by Stradanus; Universal History Archive/UIG.

Antwerp: The bank of Antwerp, 1885 - Zazzarni publisher 37, rue des marches aux shoes Antwerp
LUX4703341 Antwerp: The bank of Antwerp, 1885 - Zazzarni publisher 37, rue des marches aux shoes Antwerp; (add.info.: Antwerp: The bank of Antwerp, 1885 - Zazzarni publisher 37)

Antwerp: The chair of Verite (1713) of the cathedral with its baroque decorations, 1880
LUX4703248 Antwerp: The chair of Verite (1713) of the cathedral with its baroque decorations, 1880; (add.info.: Antwerp: The chair of Verite (1713) of the cathedral with its baroque decorations

16th Century woodcut print depicting Antwerp
3330413 16th Century woodcut print depicting Antwerp; (add.info.: Woodcut print depicting Antwerp during the 16th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

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Discover the enchanting beauty of Antwerp, Belgium's historic gem in Eastern Flanders. As the evening blue hour descends upon its historic centre, a magical atmosphere fills the air. The Brabo Fountain and Town Hall stand as proud symbols of Antwerp's rich heritage, captivating visitors with their intricate architecture. Step into Onze Lieve Vrouwekathedraal and be mesmerized by Rubens' masterpieces adorning its walls. This magnificent canvas transports you to a world of artistic brilliance, showcasing the talent that once thrived in this Flemish city. Immerse yourself in history at the Theatre of the World, created by Abraham Or. This woodcut from Sir Thomas More's Utopia takes you on a journey through time, offering glimpses into an era long gone. Antwerp has not only witnessed cultural milestones but also played host to significant events like the 1920 Summer Olympics. Walter van der Ven captures this momentous occasion when athletes from around the world gathered here to compete and create lasting memories. The Grote Markt is where past meets present; it serves as a vibrant hub within Antwerp's historic center. Lose yourself amidst charming cobblestone streets lined with picturesque buildings that exude old-world charm. Centraal Station stands tall as a testament to architectural grandeur, welcoming travelers from near and far with open arms. Its stunning design leaves an indelible impression on all who pass through its doors. Art enthusiasts will appreciate Bruegel's thought-provoking masterpiece titled 'Whatever I do is in vain. ' This intriguing painting challenges our perceptions while reminding us of our insignificance against nature's vastness. Transport yourself back to 1520 at Port - witness bustling trade routes connecting nations and fostering economic growth during this golden age for commerce. With Germany and current Netherlands depicted on maps at Theatrum Orbis Terra exhibition, one can trace historical connections and appreciate the region's rich cultural tapestry.