Elisee Reclus Collection

Mount Hermon, Syria, 1895. Artist: Armand Kohl
Mount Hermon, Syria, 1895. As seen from Rasheya. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XVII, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

The river Salwen, above Moulmein, Myanmar, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XVI, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

Temples at Patan, Nepal, 1895. Artist: Armand Kohl
Temples at Patan, Nepal, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XVI, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

Elisee Reclus, French geographer, historian, anarchist (litho)
5233938 Elisee Reclus, French geographer, historian, anarchist (litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Elisee Reclus (1830-1905), French geographer, historian

Hanuman Gate of the Royal Palace, Kathmandu, Nepal, 1895. Artist: C Goutzwiller
Hanuman Gate of the Royal Palace, Kathmandu, Nepal, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XIV, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co

Vishnu guarded by a snake, 1895. Artist: C Goutzwiller
Vishnu guarded by a snake, 1895. From a sculpture in the Jaina Temple of Sadri (Udaipur), India. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XIV

The pillory in Japan before the revolution, 1895. Artist: Hildibrand
The pillory in Japan before the revolution, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XIV, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

A rickshaw, Japan, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XIV, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

A bell from the Shiba quarter, Tokyo, Japan, 1895. Artist: Armand Kohl
A bell from the Shiba quarter, Tokyo, Japan, 1895

Buddhist temple, Nikko, Japan, 1895. Artist: Hildibrand
Buddhist temple, Nikko, Japan, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XIV, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

Japanese man with a tattooed back, 1895. Artist: Charles Barbant
Japanese man with a tattooed back, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XIV, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

Japanese musicians and a dealer, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XIV, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

Portico of the Temple of the Four Dragons (Nikko Toshogu), Nikko, Japan, 1895. Artist: Armand Kohl
Portico of the Temple of the Four Dragons (Nikko Toshogu), Nikko, Japan, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XIV

Formosan people and costumes, 1895. Artist: A Bertrand
Formosan people and costumes, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XIV, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

Ainu people, Japan, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XIV, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

The Tower of Long-Hua, Shanghai, China, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XIV, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

Korean mandarins, 1895. Artist: Armand Kohl
Korean mandarins, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XIV, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

Tali lake, Japan, 1895. Artist: Armand Kohl
Tali lake, Japan, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XIV, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

Mount Fuji, Japan, 1895. Artist: Charles Barbant
Mount Fuji, Japan, 1895. As seen from the south-west. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XIV, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co

Wuhan, China, 1895. Artist: Charles Barbant
Wuhan, China, 1895. At the confluence of the Han and Yangtse rivers. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XIV, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co

Nagasaki, Japan, 1895. Artist: Armand Kohl
Nagasaki, Japan, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XIV, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

The Upper Yangtse-Kiang, China, 1895. Artist: Weber
The Upper Yangtse-Kiang, China, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XIV, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

Japanese people and costumes, 1895. Artist: Armand Kohl
Japanese people and costumes, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XIV, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

People of the Fokien province, China, 1895. Artist: Hildibrand
People of the Fokien province, China, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XIV, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

Odovara, Japan, 1895. As seen from Tokaido. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XIV, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

Chinese miners from the Upper Yangtze highlands, 1895. Artist: Bertrano
Chinese miners from the Upper Yangtze highlands, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XIV, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co

Citizens of Tokyo, Japan, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XIV, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

Cape Horner, Japan, 1895. Artist: Armand Kohl
Cape Horner, Japan, 1895. As seen from the entrance to Kagosima Bay. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XIV, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co

A paper mill, China, 1895. Artist: Armand Kohl
A paper mill, China, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XIV, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

M Tseng, Chinese minister in Paris, 1895. Artist: Armand Kohl
M Tseng, Chinese minister in Paris, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XIV, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

Japanese peasants, 1895. Artist: Armand Kohl
Japanese peasants, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XIV, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

The Tower of Meimandan, Persia (Iran), 1895. On the route from Damghan to Meshed. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XVI

A noble Persian lady, 1895. Artist: Henri Thiriat
A noble Persian lady, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XVI, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

Persian men, 1895. Artist: Charles Barbant
Persian men, 1895. Featured are a noblemen, a Dervish and a mendicant. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XVI, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co

Kurdish cavalry, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XVI, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

Kabul River, Afghanistan, 1895. As seen from Cuzergao in the Shardeh Valley. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XVI

The Marsha Pass, North of Kandahar, Afghanistan, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XVI, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co

Singapore, 1895. As seen from Fort Canning. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XVI, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

Tenasserim, Myanmar, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XVI, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

Th chief facade of the temple at Angkor-Wat, Cambodia, 1895. The temple fell into ruin after conquest of Khmers by the Siamese in 14th century

Annamese chiefs and women, Vietnam, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XVI, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

A street in Bangkok, Thailand, 1895. Artist: Charles Barbant
A street in Bangkok, Thailand, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XVI, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

Cambojan, eldest son of Narodom, 1895. Artist: Charles Barbant
Cambojan, eldest son of Narodom, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XVI, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

A pagoda atop a boulder, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XVI, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

A Burmese wagon, Burma (Myanmar), 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XVI, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

The village of Sawi, Car-Nicobar, Nicobar Islands, India, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XVI, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co

The Citadel of Attock and a bridge of boats over the Indus, Pakistan, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XVI

The Princess of Bhopal, India, 1895. Artist: Charles Barbant
The Princess of Bhopal, India, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XVI, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

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Elisee Reclus, a renowned French geographer, historian, and anarchist, was an avid explorer of the world's diverse landscapes and cultures. In 1895, he embarked on a journey that took him to various enchanting destinations. One of his stops was the mesmerizing river Salwen in Myanmar. Above Moulmein, he marveled at its serene beauty and observed the local way of life along its banks. The experience left an indelible mark on his understanding of nature's wonders. Reclus also ventured to Mount Hermon in Syria during this expedition. Captivated by its majestic peaks and breathtaking vistas, he immersed himself in studying the region's geography while appreciating its historical significance. In Nepal, Reclus encountered Patan's magnificent temples which stood as testaments to ancient architectural brilliance. He admired their intricate designs captured skillfully by artist Armand Kohl who accompanied him on this voyage. The Hanuman Gate of Kathmandu's Royal Palace caught Reclus' attention with its grandeur and symbolism. C Goutzwiller beautifully depicted this architectural marvel through his artistry. Vishnu guarded by a snake intrigued Reclus as it symbolized divine protection amidst earthly chaos. C Goutzwiller portrayed this captivating imagery with artistic finesse. During his time in Japan before the revolution era, Reclus witnessed intriguing aspects of Japanese culture such as the pillory used for punishment and rickshaws commonly seen on bustling streets. He explored Tokyo's Shiba quarter where he discovered a bell that resonated with history and tradition; Armand Kohl masterfully captured this momentous find through his artwork. Reclus also visited Nikko where he marveled at a Buddhist temple adorned with ornate details showcasing Japan's rich spiritual heritage. Hildibrand brought these intricacies to life through their artistic interpretation. Japanese society fascinated Reclus further when Charles Barbant presented him with a striking image of a man with an intricately tattooed back.