Brigands Collection

Turkish Zeibek warriors - Izmir, Turkey. Zeibeks or sometimes Zeybeks were irregular militia and guerilla fighters living in the Aegean Region of the Ottoman Empire. Date: 1901

The March Of The Brigands
This woodcut depicts a procession of brigands wearing decorative costumes and matching hats, using walking sticks, the leader is playing a violin. Date: circa 1921

Capture of Englishmen by Brigands, Asia Minor
The Capture of Englishmen by Brigands in Asia Minor (today the Asian section of Turkey). Mehemet, the Turkish servant, is seen making a stand to allow his masters, Mr F.J

The Attack on the Lyon Mail Coach between Lieusaint and Melun by Highwaymen, April 1796, from Le Petit Journal
CHT167960 The Attack on the Lyon Mail Coach between Lieusaint and Melun by Highwaymen, April 1796, from Le Petit Journal, 1907 (colour litho) by French School

Walking the plank (colour litho)
PNP270209 Walking the plank (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: victim of pirate cruelty in the 18th century;)

Pirates making victims walk the plank, illustration from The Pirates Own Book
PNP270208 Pirates making victims walk the plank, illustration from The Pirates Own Book: Authentic Narratives of the Most Celebrated Sea Robbers, by Charles Elm, published in Philidelphia

"Africa in London", Somalis beating off a Band of Brigands (litho)
1056520 " Africa in London", Somalis beating off a Band of Brigands (litho) by Lanos, Henri (1859-1929); Private Collection; (add.info.: " Africa in London")

Among the Brigands in Corsica, an Encampment on the Mountains (litho)
1047704 Among the Brigands in Corsica, an Encampment on the Mountains (litho) by Lanos, Henri (1859-1929); Private Collection; (add.info.: Among the Brigands in Corsica)

Among the Brigands, a Chase over the Mountains of Corsica (engraving)
1047633 Among the Brigands, a Chase over the Mountains of Corsica (engraving) by Lanos, Henri (1859-1929); Private Collection; (add.info.: Among the Brigands, a Chase over the Mountains of Corsica)

Among the Brigands in Corsica, the Gensdarmes in Search of the Brothers Bellcoscia, Two Notorious Brigands (litho)
1047690 Among the Brigands in Corsica, the Gensdarmes in Search of the Brothers Bellcoscia, Two Notorious Brigands (litho) by Lanos

Among the Brigands in Corsica, captured at Last! (litho)
1047677 Among the Brigands in Corsica, captured at Last! (litho) by Lanos, Henri (1859-1929); Private Collection; (add.info.: Among the Brigands in Corsica, captured at Last)

The Wounded Cateran by R. Carrick, Exhibition of the New Society of Painters in Water Colours, from " Illustrated London News", May 13, 1848

Pirate costume design for Daphnis and Chloe, 1913 (watercolour on board)
3928621 Pirate costume design for Daphnis and Chloe, 1913 (watercolour on board) by Bakst, Leon (1866-1924); 26.8x39.5 cm; Cooper-Hewitt, National Design Museum, Smithsonian Institution, NY

Banditti dividing Booty (engraving)
3655893 Banditti dividing Booty (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Banditti dividing Booty)

Baron Munchausen: Highwaymen / brigands, by Dore
3780006 Baron Munchausen: Highwaymen / brigands, by Dore. by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); (add.info.: The Surprising Adventures of Baron Munchausen: Highwaymen / brigands prepare to rob Baron Munchausen)

Among the Brigands, VI, a Bersaglieri Outpost (engraving)
1053594 Among the Brigands, VI, a Bersaglieri Outpost (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Among the Brigands, VI, a Bersaglieri Outpost)

Among the Brigands, III, the Victim under Cross-Examination (engraving)
1053548 Among the Brigands, III, the Victim under Cross-Examination (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Among the Brigands, III)

Among the Brigands, II, Types of Sicilian Banditti (engraving)
1053535 Among the Brigands, II, Types of Sicilian Banditti (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Among the Brigands, II, Types of Sicilian Banditti)

The Capture and Release of Colonel Synge (engraving)
1045342 The Capture and Release of Colonel Synge (engraving) by Wyllie, William Lionel (1851-1931) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Capture and Release of Colonel Synge)

Les Derniers Brigands Napolitains (engraving)
2783384 Les Derniers Brigands Napolitains (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Les Derniers Brigands Napolitains)

Areski, chief of the brigands of Kabylie, Algeria (engraving)
2789326 Areski, chief of the brigands of Kabylie, Algeria (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Areski, chief of the brigands of Kabylie, Algeria)

Arrest of the Leclere brothers, two of the most feared bandits of Aisne, France (colour litho)
3099238 Arrest of the Leclere brothers, two of the most feared bandits of Aisne, France (colour litho) by Carrey, (fl.1900) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Arrest of the Leclere brothers)

Walking the plank, engraved by Anderson (engraving)
PNP270211 Walking the plank, engraved by Anderson (engraving) by Pyle, Howard (1853-1911) (after); Private Collection; Peter Newark Pictures; American, out of copyright

The Heroine of Milhier (gouache on card)
XIR194765 The Heroine of Milhier (gouache on card) by Lesueur Brothers, (18th century); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris

Dans La Montagne (engraving)
2783397 Dans La Montagne (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dans La Montagne. Illustration for Journal Des Voyages, 5 September 1880.); © Look and Learn

Les Brigands Hongrois (engraving)
2783050 Les Brigands Hongrois (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Les Brigands Hongrois)

The Capture of Englishmen by Brigands in Asia Minor (engraving)
1041210 The Capture of Englishmen by Brigands in Asia Minor (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Capture of Englishmen by Brigands in Asia Minor)

Joness Romance, the Story of a Little Trip to the Continent (colour litho)
1048313 Joness Romance, the Story of a Little Trip to the Continent (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Joness Romance)

Travellers and Brigands (engraving)
1057189 Travellers and Brigands (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Travellers and Brigands)

Among the Brigands, VII, a Robbers Cemetery (engraving)
1053614 Among the Brigands, VII, a Robbers Cemetery (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Among the Brigands, VII, a Robbers Cemetery)

Captain J Marriott (engraving)
1051142 Captain J Marriott (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Captain J Marriott)

The End Of The Brigandage In The Nuoro District (Sardinia), The Bloody Conflict In The Forest Of Mbubblai (Litho)
2798199 The End Of The Brigandage In The Nuoro District (Sardinia), The Bloody Conflict In The Forest Of Mbubblai (Litho) by Beltrame

Coalition of the Kings or Crowned Brigands against the French Republic
CHT441015 Coalition of the Kings or Crowned Brigands against the French Republic, 1794 (coloured engraving) by French School

So he said "Heres Jim Hawkins, shiver my timbers"
IL370475 So he said " Heres Jim Hawkins, shiver my timbers", illustration from Treasure Island by Robert Louis Stevenson (colour litho) by Cameron

Attack on a mail coach in Algeria (colour litho)
2819196 Attack on a mail coach in Algeria (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Attack on a mail coach in Algeria. Attaque d un courrier en Algerie)

Salvador Rosa drawing studies of brigands (chromolitho)
2788750 Salvador Rosa drawing studies of brigands (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Salvador Rosa drawing studies of brigands)

Brigandage in Bulgaria (engraving)
1595046 Brigandage in Bulgaria (engraving) by Schonberg, Johann Nepomuk (1780-1863) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Brigandage in Bulgaria)

Kidnapping of two women by bandits in Turkey (engraving)
6000516 Kidnapping of two women by bandits in Turkey (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Kidnapping of two women by bandits in Turkey)

Brigandage in Sicily, the Arrest of a Dangerous Fugitive and Three Others Operated by... (colour litho)
2798519 Brigandage in Sicily, the Arrest of a Dangerous Fugitive and Three Others Operated by... (colour litho) by Beltrame

A Postal Stagecoach Assaulted By Masked Brigands At Orani (Sardinia) (colour litho)
2798488 A Postal Stagecoach Assaulted By Masked Brigands At Orani (Sardinia) (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

Among the Brigands, V, brought to Trial (engraving)
1053689 Among the Brigands, V, brought to Trial (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Among the Brigands, V, brought to Trial)

Among the Brigands, IV, A Robber Outpost (engraving)
1053579 Among the Brigands, IV, A Robber Outpost (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Among the Brigands, IV, A Robber Outpost)

Among the Brigands is Smyrna (engraving)
1045653 Among the Brigands is Smyrna (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Among the Brigands is Smyrna)

Mosstrooper (chromolitho)
3099978 Mosstrooper (chromolitho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mosstrooper. Illustration for one of a series of cigarette cards on the subject of British)

Two French travellers captured by bandits in Sardinia (colour litho)
2818551 Two French travellers captured by bandits in Sardinia (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Two French travellers captured by bandits in Sardinia)

Manchurian horsemen attacking a sleigh carrying wounded Russian soldiers, Russo-Japanese War (colour litho)
2795923 Manchurian horsemen attacking a sleigh carrying wounded Russian soldiers, Russo-Japanese War (colour litho) by French School

The Captain aimed at the fugitive on last tremendous cut
IL370476 The Captain aimed at the fugitive on last tremendous cut, illustration from Treasure Island by Robert Louis Stevenson (colour litho) by Cameron

I told them of Silvers conversation, illustration from Treasure Island
IL370474 I told them of Silvers conversation, illustration from Treasure Island by Robert Louis Stevenson (colour litho) by Cameron, John (1872-c.1931); Private Collection; Scottish, out of copyright

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"Unveiling the Turbulent World of Brigands: From Turkish Zeibek Warriors to Global Adventures" Step into a captivating journey through history as we explore the enigmatic realm of brigands. In Izmir, Turkey, the echoes of fierce battles resonate as the valiant Turkish Zeibek warriors rise against their adversaries. Known for their indomitable spirit and unwavering loyalty, these warriors paint a vivid picture of courage in the face of adversity. "The March Of The Brigands" unfolds with tales that transcend borders and eras. Witness the audacious "Capture of Englishmen by Brigands" in Asia Minor, where unsuspecting travelers fall prey to cunning outlaws amidst breathtaking landscapes. Le Petit Journal's 1907 lithograph reveals an infamous incident - "The Attack on the Lyon Mail Coach between Lieusaint and Melun by Highwaymen, " reminding us that even in times past, highway robbery was an ever-present threat. Immerse yourself in enchanting narratives like "Little Toto and the three brigands, " where colored engravings bring to life a heartwarming tale filled with unexpected alliances and triumph over evil forces. Meanwhile, witness justice prevail as carabinieri confront "The last Sicilian robbers, " showcasing bravery that knows no bounds. From Europe to China, brigand adventures span continents. Unearth vibrant stories such as "A band attacked by police" in Novara or delve into thrilling escapades chronicled in colorful lithographs like "Brigand adventures in China. " These accounts transport us across time and space while highlighting both perilous encounters and heroic endeavors. Peering into darker chapters etched within history's annals, we encounter chilling scenes such as those depicted in haunting engravings like "Heads concerned in the late Massacre. " Yet hope persists even amidst chaos.