Corsica Collection

La Corse travel poster
Travel poster advertising the island of Corsica and depicting a hilltop village

Calvi Beach, Corsica
Sumptuous and colourful beach scene advertising the Corsican resort of Calvi, showing a 1920s lady in her bathing suit against beach and town

Antquie Map of Italy
Vintage map of Italy fron 1837

The Count Della Catena, Count Strickland, 4 May 1893, Vanity Fair cartoon (colour litho)
611861 The Count Della Catena, Count Strickland, 4 May 1893, Vanity Fair cartoon (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Count Della Catena)

Evening restaurant scene in Haute Ville, Bonifacio, South Corsica, Corsica, France, Europe

Map of Italian Peninsula, Islands of Corsica and Sardinia and Adriatic coast. Engraving. 16th century

Italy, from an Atlas of the World in 33 Maps, Venice, 1st September 1553 (ink on vellum)
XOT330948 Italy, from an Atlas of the World in 33 Maps, Venice, 1st September 1553 (ink on vellum) by Agnese, Battista (1514-64); Museo Correr, Venice, Italy; Italian, out of copyright

Sailing boat with the Semaphore Lighthouse behind, Iles Sanguinaires, island of Corsica, France, Mediterranean, Europe

Citadel and Calvi, Corsica, France, Mediterranean, Europe

Map of Corsica. Italian engraving. 16th century

Bonifacio at sunset time, the limestone cliff, Corsica Island, France

Antquie Map of Italy
Vintage map of Italy from 1815

Manchester Race Course (engraving)
5231041 Manchester Race Course (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Manchester Race Course)

Antique Map of Gaul
Antique Map from 1862 of Gaul at the time of Julius Caesar. The Roman proconsul and general Julius Caesar pushed his army into Gaul in 58 BC

The Corsican Spider in His Web!, July 12, 1808. July 12, 1808
The Corsican Spider in His Web!, July 12, 1808

Napoleon in His Study, c1800, (1896). Napoleon I Bonaparte (1769-1821), Emperor of France from 1804. Napoleon enjoyed a meteoric rise through the ranks of the French Revolutionary army

Ancent Italy, c. 450 BC, steel engraving, published in 1861
The territory of Italy around 450 BC with separate maps of Rome, Roman Forum, surrounding area of Rome, Syracuse, Carthage and surrounding area of Pompeji and Naples. Legend in Latin language

Martello Tower, Corsica Date: 1809

Racehorses leaping a hurdle (colour litho)
816730 Racehorses leaping a hurdle (colour litho) by Rowlandson, George Derville (1861-1930); Private Collection; (add.info.: Racehorses leaping a hurdle.); Look and Learn / Elgar Collection

Epsom Racecourse (coloured engraving)
729503 Epsom Racecourse (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Epsom Racecourse - The Coming In. Engraving by Smyth)

The Earl of Westmoreland, The affable Earl, 10 November 1883, Vanity Fair cartoon (colour litho)
611638 The Earl of Westmoreland, The affable Earl, 10 November 1883, Vanity Fair cartoon (colour litho) by Ward, Leslie Matthew (Spy) (1851-1922); Private Collection; (add.info)

Corsica: Old houses, Bastia (colour litho)
6027798 Corsica: Old houses, Bastia (colour litho) by Norbury, Edwin Arthur (1849-1918); Private Collection; (add.info.: Old houses, Bastia)

Mr Alfred Edward Thomas Watson, The Badminton, 14 January 1897, Vanity Fair cartoon (colour litho)
611628 Mr Alfred Edward Thomas Watson, The Badminton, 14 January 1897, Vanity Fair cartoon (colour litho) by Ward, Leslie Matthew (Spy) (1851-1922); Private Collection; (add.info)

Parade of the Contrade, Siena (oil on canvas)
ALI177596 Parade of the Contrade, Siena (oil on canvas) by Rustici, Vincenzo (1556-1632); Private Collection; Alinari

Poster advertising Air Union flights on the Thalassa from Marseilles to Ajaccio and Tunis

Corsica / Bastia / Liebig
Bastia: the old city

Corsica, A view of Vivario
A view of Vivario in the Haute-Corse department of France on the island of Corsica. Date: circa 1903

The Falaise at sunset, Bonifacio, South Corsica, Corsica, France, Mediterranean, Europe

Boulangerie, Ile Rousse, Corsica, France, Europe

Waterfront, Calvi, Corsica, France, Mediterranean, Europe

Sidewalk Cafe, Bastia, Corsica, France, Mediterranean, Europe

Fishing boat moored in the harbour at Ajaccio, island of Corsica, France, Mediterranean, Europe

Sunset, Campo Moro, Corsica, France, Mediterranean, Europe

Bastia Harbour, Corsica, France, Europe

View across harbour to town and citadel, Calvi, Corsica, France, Europe

Bay Girolata, Corsica, France, Mediterranean, Europe

T Von Neuhoff / Magasin Pi
THEODOR VON NEUHOFF German adventurer who became THEODORE I, King of Corsica

Corsica / Bonifacio / Liebig
Bonifacio Date: early 20th century

Young Napoleon has his fortune told by a gipsy
The young Napoleon, later Emperor of France, has his fortune told by a gipsy in Corsica

FIA World Rally Championship
Manfred Stohl (AUT), Peugeot 307 WRC, on his way to service. FIA World Rally Championship, Rd5, Rallye de France - Tour de Corse, Ajaccio, Corsica, Day One, Friday 7 April 2006. DIGITAL IMAGE

FIA World Rally Championship
Mikko Hirvonen (FIN), Ford Focus WRC, on stage 1 finished leg 1 in fourth place. FIA World Rally Championship, Rd5, Rallye de France - Tour de Corse, Ajaccio, Corsica, Day One, Friday 7 April 2006

Sketch of part of the Island of Corsica, 1794 (pen, ink, wash)
7339462 Sketch of part of the Island of Corsica, 1794 (pen, ink, wash) by Dundas, H. (18th century); 59x47 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: H. Dundas Scale: 1:45 000)

Advert for a corset with expandable qualities. French 1890-95 (print)
5669441 Advert for a corset with expandable qualities. French 1890-95 (print); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Napoleon Bonaparte's baptism certificate (b/w photo)
8655999 Napoleon Bonaparte's baptism certificate (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Napoleon Bonaparte's baptism certificate)

Model in Pescasseroli costume
3570800 Model in Pescasseroli costume by Michetti, Francesco Paolo (1851-1929); (add.info.: Model in Pescasseroli costume Photographer: Michetti, Francesco Paolo); Alinari Archives, Florence.

View of the upper and lower town of Bonifacio, Corsica, 1904 (b/w photo)
ELD4942844 View of the upper and lower town of Bonifacio, Corsica, 1904 (b/w photo); Private Collection; (add.info.: View of the upper and lower town of Bonifacio)

Lady of the Court of Elizabeth I (1533-1603) during the Queen's Procession at Hunsdon House (London, England)
FLO4672234 Lady of the Court of Elizabeth I (1533-1603) during the Queen's Procession at Hunsdon House (London, England), wearing a high lace collar, a tight corset, and a wide skirt

Corset designer - Corset maker, Paris, early 19th century, in chocolate brown bodice, pink petticoat
FLO4658483 Corset designer - Corset maker, Paris, early 19th century, in chocolate brown bodice, pink petticoat, green gloves - Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Gatine after an illustration by

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Discover the enchanting beauty of Corsica, a captivating island nestled in the Mediterranean Sea. With its stunning landscapes and rich history, this French gem offers a plethora of experiences for every traveler. Immerse yourself in the sun-kissed shores of Calvi Beach, where golden sands meet crystal-clear waters. Feel the gentle breeze caress your skin as you bask under the warm Mediterranean sun, creating memories that will last a lifetime. Step back in time with an antique map of Italy, tracing the intricate contours of Corsica. This island's unique position is beautifully depicted on vintage travel posters, inviting you to embark on a journey through its hidden treasures. As evening falls over Haute Ville in Bonifacio, South Corsica, indulge in a romantic dinner at one of its charming restaurants. The picturesque scene transports you to another era as you savor delectable cuisine against a backdrop of ancient architecture. Marvel at maps showcasing not only Corsica but also the Italian Peninsula and neighboring Sardinia. These historical cartographic gems provide glimpses into past explorations and ignite your wanderlust for further adventures across Europe. Sail away on turquoise waters aboard a graceful boat while admiring Semaphore Lighthouse standing proudly behind Iles Sanguinaires. Let nature's tranquility wash over you as you explore this idyllic corner and create unforgettable memories along its rugged coastline. Venture into Citadel and Calvi to witness their timeless charm firsthand. These fortified structures stand as testaments to centuries-old battles fought on these very grounds – reminders of Corsica's resilience throughout history. Delve deeper into antiquity with 16th-century engravings depicting maps that showcase Corsica's strategic importance within Italy. Uncover layers upon layers of cultural heritage embedded within this island paradise. Even spiders have found their place in Corsican folklore. Discover tales like The Corsican Spider in His Web.