European Collection

Scotland, Orkney Islands, Skara Brae Prehistoric Village. Skara Brae, a stone-built Neolithic settlement, located on the Bay of Skaill on the west coast of Mainland Orkney

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Ludwig van Beethoven with one of his manuscripts. Antique photograph of a painting

European Postcode Map
This colour European Postcode business map covers all of Europe from Norway in the north to Crete in the south and from Portugal in the west through to Azerbaijan in the east

Antique map of Britain under the Anglo Saxons

Battle of Marathon, 490 BC
Athenians repel Persian invaders at the Battle of Marathon, 490 BC. Hand-colored halftone reproduction of a 19th-century illustration

Coast at Claddaghduff with Omey Island, Connemara, County Galway, Republic of Ireland, Europe

Map of ancient Rome
City plan of ancient Rome. Lithograph

Johannes Brahms at the piano. Hand-colored halftone reproduction of a charcoal drawing

Map of England in 1066
England at the time of the Norman conquest, 1066-1081. Color lithograph of a 19th-century illustration

Bayeaux Tapestry portraying the Norman Conquest
Norman invasion of England in 1066 A.D. Color lithograph reproduction of part of the Bayeux tapestry

Medieval Spain and Portugal map
Map of the Iberian Peninsula in the 1300s and 1400s. Printed color lithograph reproduction of a 19th-century illustration

Oliver Cromwell at Edgehill, English Civil War
Cromwell in prayer before the Battle of Edgehill, English Civil War, 1642. Hand-colored woodcut reproduction of a 19th-century illustration

Map of England, 1800s
Map of England and Wales, 1870s. Color lithograph reproduction of a 19th-century illustration

Battle of Cannae plan, 216 BC
Map of the Battle of Cannae, in which Hannibal defeated the Romans during the Second Punic War, 216 BC. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

English suffragette, feminist newspaper, 1908. News seller, she is standing on the street not the pavement so as not to be arrested. The suffragettes published their own magazine / newspaper

Scotland map, 1870s
Map of Scotland, 1870s. Printed color lithograph

Ancient Greece and its colonies around the Aegean
Map of the Aegean Sea in the time of ancient Greece. Printed color lithograph of a 19th-century illustration

Marco Polo leaving Venice, 1300s
Marco Polo leaving Venice on his journey to China, 1338. Color lithograph reproductioin of a manuscript: Bod. Misc. 264

Medieval Europe at the start of the Crusades
Map of Europe at the time of the First Crusade, 1097 AD. Printed color lithograph of a 19th-century illustration

Odin on his throne
Odin, supreme god in Norse mythology. Hand-colored engraving of a 19th-century illustration

England, Northumberland, Druridge Bay. A dramatic expanse of sand dunes fringing the picturesque beach at Druridge Bay, viwed shortly after sunrise

Ireland map, 1870s
Map of Ireland, or Eire, 1870s. Printed color lithograph

Maps of Italy in ancient times
Map of early tribes in Italy (top). of the Roman hills (lower left). and the vicinity of Rome (right) in the time of the Roman Empire. Printed color lithograph of a 19th-century illustration

Wigs for English lawyers, 1800s
Lawyer selecting the proper wig for appearance in court, London, 1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

William of Orange at the Battle of the Boyne, 1668
William of Orange, later King William III of England, leading the Dutch army in Englands Glorious Revolution. Hand-colored engraving

Ancient Greek empire
Map of ancient Greece and its colonies. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illlustration

Fisher Street, Doolin, County Clare, Ireland, Europe

England, Northumberland, Newbiggin by the sea. Coal dust revealed by a retreating wave on the Newbiggin by the sea beach

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Florence Nightingale. Hand-colored halftone of a 19th-century photograph

Antique map, Scotland, Jura, Mull, Argyll, Islay 19th Century
Vintage engraving of a Antique map, Scotland, Jura, Mull, Argyll, Islay 19th Century

French uniforms during the Napoleonic Wars
French army uniforms: infantry 1814-1825, grenadier 1812-1815, and cavalry 1805-1812. Antique hand-colored print

Lindisfarne Gospels page
Beginning of the Book of Luke, Lindisfarne Gospels, 1100s. Hand-colored woodcut reproduction

Medieval English shield designs
Shields of English knights and barons, painted during the reign of Edward III. Lithograph reproduction

Doric, Ionic, and Corinthian columns
Classical styles of columns - Doric, Ionic, and Corinthian architecture. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Statue of Athena in the Parthenon of ancient Athens
Statue of the goddess Athena inside the Parthenon, ancient Athens. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

England, Tyne and Wear, Whitley Bay. Incoming tide engulfs the causeway linking St Marys Island & lifehouse to the mainland

England, Northumberland, Bamburgh Castle. Bamburgh Castle and dunes near Bamburgh village

Art Deco Burgh Island Hotel
Burgh Island is a small tidal island on the coast of South Devon. There are several buildings on the island, the largest being the Art Deco Burgh Island Hotel

England, Merseyside, Antony Gormley Another Place. Antony Gormley sculptures at Crosby Beach near Liverpool in England

Beowulf manuscript page
Page from the Old English manuscript of " Beowulf" in the British Museum. Woodcut reproduction with a watercolor wash

Bay of Naples, Italy, 1800s
Bay of Naples in the mid-1800s. Color lithograph of a 19th-century Samuel Read illustration

British army advancing at the Battle of Waterloo, 1815
Duke of Wellington ordering the entire British line to advance at the Battle of Waterloo, 1815. Hand-colored halftone reproduction of a 19th-century illustration

Scotland, Scottish Highlands, Loch Lochy. Cloud formations refelcted upon Loch Lochy

England, Northumberland, Sycamore Gap, Northumberland National Park. Sycamore Gap, a famous landmark along Hadrians Wall in the Hadrians Wall World Heritage Site

England, Merseyside, Antony Gormley Another Place. Antony Gormley sculptures at Crosby Beach near Liverpool in England

Blowing glass in a British factory, 1800s
Workers in a crown-glass factory, Great Britain, early 1800s. Hand-colored engraving of a 19th-century illustration

Coal mine in England, 1850s
Removing coal in the Bradley mine, Staffordshire, England, 1850s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th century illustration

Dionysus, or Bacchus, on his throne
Wall painting of the Roman deity Dionysus on his throne, from the ruins of Pompeii. Printed color lithograph reproduction

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"Journey through European history: From ancient empires to modern movements" Step back in time with an antique map of Britain under the Anglo Saxons, revealing the roots of a nation that would shape Europe's destiny. Explore the grandeur of ancient Rome through a meticulously detailed map, transporting you to a world of gladiators and emperors. Immerse yourself in the timeless melodies of Johannes Brahms, a musical genius whose compositions continue to captivate audiences across Europe. Marvel at the intricate illustrations within the Book of Kells, where St. Matthew comes alive on parchment, showcasing Ireland's rich artistic heritage. Unravel the epic tale depicted in the Bayeux Tapestry as it portrays William the Conqueror's triumph over England during the Norman Conquest. Trace your fingers along a map from 1066, tracing England's transformation amidst political upheaval and territorial shifts. Witness Scotland's evolution through time with a glimpse into its 1870s map - every contour telling stories of resilience and cultural diversity. Delve deeper into English history with another map from centuries later; witness how borders shifted but traditions endured throughout this dynamic land. Celebrate women's empowerment by leafing through an English suffragette feminist newspaper from 1908 - testament to brave individuals who fought for equality against all odds. Journey even further back in time to Ancient Greece and its colonies around Aegean; discover their profound influence on philosophy, art, and governance that shaped Western civilization. Feel awe-struck by Druridge Bay’s dramatic expanse of sand dunes nestled within Northumberland – nature’s masterpiece framing picturesque beaches that have witnessed countless tales unfold over centuries past. Finally, gaze upon Medieval Europe at Crusades' inception; envision knights clad in armor embarking on holy quests while kingdoms clashed for power and faith across these storied lands. European history is an enchanting tapestry woven together by diverse cultures, momentous events, and the indomitable spirit of its people.