Bosnia Herzegovina Collection

Map of the peninsula of the Balkans, (Bosnia, Serbia, Moldova, Hungary, Montenegro, Bulgaria, Romania)
NWI4871491 Map of the peninsula of the Balkans, (Bosnia, Serbia, Moldova, Hungary, Montenegro, Bulgaria, Romania, Greece and Turkey), circa 1870

View of Sarajevo, Bosnia-Herzegovina, 1914
2395828 View of Sarajevo, Bosnia-Herzegovina, 1914; (add.info.: View of Sarajevo, Bosnia-Herzegovina, 1914); Spaarnestad Photo.

The campaign organized to establish Austro-Hungarian rule in Bosnia and Herzegovina in 1878 at the end of
6867198 The campaign organized to establish Austro-Hungarian rule in Bosnia and Herzegovina in 1878 at the end of the Russo-Turkish War (1877-1878) caused much local resistance

Sarajevo, Turkish shop
2910656 Sarajevo, Turkish shop; (add.info.: 1899 Photomechanical print of Sarajevo, Turkish shop, Bosnia, Austro-Hungary. Dated 1899.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Photographic portrait of a Bosnian Farmer
3523366 Photographic portrait of a Bosnian Farmer; (add.info.: Photographic portrait of a Bosnian Farmer. Dated 19th Century); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Portrait of a raia (Christian or Jew subject to the Capitation Tax) in Herzegovine under the Muslim Empire
ELD4938021 Portrait of a raia (Christian or Jew subject to the Capitation Tax) in Herzegovine under the Muslim Empire (a raia non-muslim subject under muslim empire)

Early photograph of a young Bosnian Woman
3521701 Early photograph of a young Bosnian Woman; (add.info.: Early Photograph of a young Bosnian woman. Dated 19th Century); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Sarajevo, capital city of Bosnia Herzegovina early 20th century (postcard)
3793829 Sarajevo, capital city of Bosnia Herzegovina early 20th century (postcard); (add.info.: Sarajevo, capital city of Bosnia Herzegovina - view of the city hall from a side street in the early)

Portrait of a man wearing the traditional dress of Sarajevo Bosnia Herzegovina Sarajevo. Date of Photograph:1900 ca

Neighbourhood of Sarajevo during the Austro-Hungarian Empire Bosnia Herzegovina Sarajevo. Date of Photograph:1900 - 1910

Sarajevo during the Austro-Hungarian Empire: scenes in the old place of the market Bosnia Herzegovina Sarajevo. Date of Photograph:1900 - 1910

Kovaci war cemetery and Sarajevo cityscape, Bosnia and Herzegovina

Pliva River Waterfall and castle from 14th century, Jajce town, Bosnia and Herzegovina

Sunset over Sarajevo, the capital city of Bosnia and Herzegovina

Aerial panorama view of Sarajevo, capital city of Bosnia Herzegovina

Aerial view of Sarajevo, capital city of Bosnia Herzegovina

Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina - evening view at Stari Most or Old Bridge, Neretva River

Stari Most or Old Bridge, Neretva River, Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina

Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina - Stari Most or Old Bridge, Neretva River

Kravica waterfalls, Bosnia and Hercegovina

Sarajevo sunset
Bez Dan

The Austrian Occupation of Bosnia (engraving)
1059876 The Austrian Occupation of Bosnia (engraving) by Durand, Godefroy (1832-1896); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Austrian Occupation of Bosnia)

The Austrian Occupation of Bosnia, Street Fighting in Serajevo (engraving)
1060071 The Austrian Occupation of Bosnia, Street Fighting in Serajevo (engraving) by Durand, Godefroy (1832-1896); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Austrian Occupation of Bosnia)

Rebuilt City Hall and National Library, Sarajevo, Bosnia & Herzegovina, 2020 (photo)
6619619 Rebuilt City Hall and National Library, Sarajevo, Bosnia & Herzegovina, 2020 (photo) by Czech School, (19th century); (add.info.: Rebuilt City Hall and National Library, Sarajevo)

Rebuilt City Hall and National Library, Sarajevo, Bosnia & Herzegovina (photo)
6619607 Rebuilt City Hall and National Library, Sarajevo, Bosnia & Herzegovina (photo) by Czech School, (19th century); (add.info.: Rebuilt City Hall and National Library, Sarajevo)

Rebuilt National Library, Sarajevo, Bosnia & Herzegovina, 2020 (photo)
6619604 Rebuilt National Library, Sarajevo, Bosnia & Herzegovina, 2020 (photo) by Czech School, (19th century); (add.info.: Rebuilt National Library, Sarajevo)

Rebuilt City Hall and National Library, Sarajevo, Bosnia & Herzegovina (photo)
6619615 Rebuilt City Hall and National Library, Sarajevo, Bosnia & Herzegovina (photo) by Czech School, (19th century); (add.info.: Rebuilt City Hall and National Library, Sarajevo)

Rebuilt City Hall and National Library, Sarajevo, Bosnia & Herzegovina (photo)
6619612 Rebuilt City Hall and National Library, Sarajevo, Bosnia & Herzegovina (photo) by Czech School, (19th century); (add.info.: Rebuilt City Hall and National Library, Sarajevo)

Sketches of Bosnia (engraving)
1627865 Sketches of Bosnia (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches of Bosnia. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 2 February 1895)

Sandalmakers in Sarajevo (chromolitho)
735993 Sandalmakers in Sarajevo (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sandalmakers in Sarajevo)

The awakening of the Eastern Question (colour litho)
2779447 The awakening of the Eastern Question (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The awakening of the Eastern Question)

King Peter I of Serbia. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
2786606 King Peter I of Serbia. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) by Leandre, Charles (1862-1934); Private Collection; (add.info.: King Peter I of Serbia)

The palace of peace. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
2786581 The palace of peace. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The palace of peace)

In Bokain (Bosnia) a bear attacked two women who had gone to draw water from the source (colour litho)
2783520 In Bokain (Bosnia) a bear attacked two women who had gone to draw water from the source (colour litho) by Beltrame

Events in the Balkans (colour litho)
2779448 Events in the Balkans (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Events in the Balkans)

Pavilion of Bosnia and Herzegovina at the Exposition Universelle 1900, Paris (colour litho)
3098925 Pavilion of Bosnia and Herzegovina at the Exposition Universelle 1900, Paris (colour litho) by Mucha, Alphonse Marie (1860-1939) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Sketches in Bosnia and Herzegovina (engraving)
1623837 Sketches in Bosnia and Herzegovina (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches in Bosnia and Herzegovina)

The War in the East (engraving)
1053724 The War in the East (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War in the East)

Harvesting walnuts in Bosnia (chromolitho)
6033217 Harvesting walnuts in Bosnia (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Harvesting walnuts in Bosnia)

Les Truites De La Narenta (engraving)
2783319 Les Truites De La Narenta (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Les Truites De La Narenta)

Sarajevo - view to the north of the city. Postcard sent in 1913
660498 Sarajevo - view to the north of the city. Postcard sent in 1913. by Bosnian Photographer (20th century); Private Collection; © Look and Learn

A Bosnian Soldier (b / w photo)
5990406 A Bosnian Soldier (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Bosnian Soldier. Living Races of Mankind (Hutchinson, c 1910)

Carpet weavers, Bosnia (photo)
5999089 Carpet weavers, Bosnia (photo) by Bosnian Photographer (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Carpet weavers, Bosnia. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

The Bosnian Pavilion at the Exposition Universelle of 1900 in Paris (colour litho)
2807781 The Bosnian Pavilion at the Exposition Universelle of 1900 in Paris (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Pavilions of foreign nations on the banks of the Seine at the Exposition Universelle 1900, Paris (colour litho)
3098980 Pavilions of foreign nations on the banks of the Seine at the Exposition Universelle 1900, Paris (colour litho) by Garen

The War, Bosnian Women seeking Relief at Usicza (engraving)
1602541 The War, Bosnian Women seeking Relief at Usicza (engraving) by Prior, Melton (1845-1910) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War, Bosnian Women seeking Relief at Usicza)

The War in Turkey (engraving)
1602430 The War in Turkey (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War in Turkey. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 12 August 1876)

Un Mariage En Herzegovine (engraving)
2788999 Un Mariage En Herzegovine (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Un Mariage En Herzegovine. Illustration for Journal Des Voyages, 24 July 1892)

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"Bosnia Herzegovina: A Land of History and Tragedy" As the sun sets over Sarajevo, casting a golden glow upon its ancient streets, one cannot help but be captivated by the beauty and resilience of Bosnia Herzegovina. This land has witnessed countless chapters in history, some filled with joyous celebrations of culture and tradition, while others marred by unspeakable tragedy. In a vibrant display of heritage, the costumes of the Balkans come alive like a kaleidoscope of colors. From intricate embroidery to flowing garments adorned with ornate patterns, these ensembles tell stories passed down through generations, and are a testament to the rich tapestry that is woven into the fabric of Bosnian identity. However, amidst this cultural splendor lies a somber reminder etched in black and white photographs. The year was 1914 when Archduke Franz Ferdinand and Archduchess Sophie embarked on their ill-fated visit to Sarajevo. Little did they know that their presence would ignite an event that would forever change the course of history - World War I. The assassination itself is frozen in time within engravings and lithographs; images depicting Gavrilo Princip's fatal shot reverberate with profound significance. It was here in Sarajevo where destiny took an unexpected turn as bullets pierced through dreams and shattered peace. Yet even amid such darkness, there were acts of heroism that emerged from this tragic chapter. "To save the master, " proclaims one lithograph - a testament to those who risked everything to protect their beloved leader from harm's way. Today, visitors can stand at these historic sites where fate played its cruel hand. Scenes captured in black-and-white photos transport us back to that fateful day - witnessing firsthand the place where hope turned into despair for Franz Ferdinand and his wife Sophie.