Fortifications Collection (page 8)

Duke Karl's Tower Chamber at Gripsholm, 1870. Creator: Ernst Josephson
Duke Karl's Tower Chamber at Gripsholm, 1870

Guards Room at Gripsholm, 1870. Creator: Ernst Josephson
Guards Room at Gripsholm, 1870

The Siege of Lanka, Folio from a Ramayana (Adventures of Rama), c1800. Creator: Unknown
The Siege of Lanka, Folio from a Ramayana (Adventures of Rama), c1800

Noel, au fort de Douaumont; La messe de minuit du 25 decembre 1916, dans une casemate du fort, 191 Creator: Unknown
Noel, au fort de Douaumont; La messe de minuit du 25 decembre 1916, dans une casemate du fort, 1916. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume 1" [L'Illustration, Paris, 1924]

Gripsholm, interior from the King's bedchamber with male staffage figure. Creator: Edvard Perseus
Gripsholm, interior from the King's bedchamber with male staffage figure, unknown date

"Richard III and the Children of Edward IV." - from a painting by Richard Stilke, 1860. Creator: Unknown
"Richard III and the Children of Edward IV." - from a painting by Richard Stilke, 1860. M. Stilke...has paid especial attention to the writings of our immortal Shakspeare;

Canto XI, 16th century. Creator: Antonio Tempesta
Canto XI, 16th century. From Jerusalem Delivered II by Tasso

The Knight's Return, 1871. Creator: Rodolphe Bresdin
The Knight's Return, 1871

The Revolution in Sicily - Calatafimi, 1860. Creator: Unknown
The Revolution in Sicily - Calatafimi, 1860. Garibaldi, in his rapid rush from Marsala to Palermo, pounced, it will be remembered, upon Calatafimi, a town in the intendancy of Trapani

The Romans Misled by Civilis Horse that He was Dead or Injured, Publshed 1612. Creator: Antonio Tempesta
The Romans Misled by Civilis Horse that He was Dead or Injured, Publshed 1612. From The War of the Romans Against the Batavians, pl. 17

The release of politicial prisoners from the Castellamare, Palermo, on June 19... 1860. Creator: Unknown
The release of politicial prisoners from the Castellamare, Palermo, on June 19 - from a sketch by our special artist, Frank Vizetelly, 1860

River view, 1640-1674. Creator: Jacob Willemsz de Wet the elder
River view, 1640-1674

En plein chaos: devant Douaumont, le quatrieme mois de la bataille de Verdun, 1916. Creator: Georges Bertin Scott
En plein chaos: devant Douaumont, le quatrieme mois de la bataille de Verdun, 1916. From "Collection de la Guerre IV. L'Illustration Tome CXLVII

'Une contre-attaque sur les pentes de Douaumont, le 11 avril dernier, 1916. Creator: Unknown
Une contre-attaque sur les pentes de Douaumont, le 11 avril dernier, 1916. From "Collection de la Guerre IV. L'Illustration Tome CXLVII

'De Douaumont et Vaux a Souville et Tavannes, 1916. Creator: Louis Trinquier
De Douaumont et Vaux a Souville et Tavannes, 1916. From "Collection de la Guerre IV. L'Illustration Tome CXLVII. La Guerre Janvier, Fevrier, Mars, Avril, Mai, Juin 1916"

Grand Banquet to the Knights of St. Patrick, in Dublin Castle, 1857. Creator: Unknown
Grand Banquet to the Knights of St. Patrick, in Dublin Castle, 1857. A grand Chapter of the Most Illustrious Order of St. Patrick was held...in the Presence Chamber...for the investure of the Earl of

Conwy Castle, general view looking west (702), Printed 1860 circa. Creator: Francis Bedford
Conwy Castle, general view looking west (702), Printed 1860 circa

Conway Castle From The Road (689), Printed 1860 circa. Creator: Francis Bedford
Conway Castle From The Road (689), Printed 1860 circa

Conway Castle & Suspension Bridge From The Island (687), Printed c.1860. Creator: Francis Bedford
Conway Castle & Suspension Bridge From The Island (687), Printed c.1860

Carnarvon Castle, Interior, Looking Towards The Eagle Tower, Printed 1860 circa. Creator: Francis Bedford
Carnarvon Castle, Interior, Looking Towards The Eagle Tower, Printed 1860 circa

Carnarvon Castle & Mouth Of River (578), Printed 1860 circa. Creator: Francis Bedford
Carnarvon Castle & Mouth Of River (578), Printed 1860 circa

Returning from Market, a Scene in the County of Kilkenny - drawn by E. Fitzpatrick, 1857. Creator: Unknown
Returning from Market, a Scene in the County of Kilkenny - drawn by E. Fitzpatrick, 1857. Irish country scene: barefoot woman and child, couple riding on a horse, man with dog

Ladak, the Capital of Little Thibet: Party of Punjaub Irregulars, 1857. Creator: Unknown
Ladak, the Capital of Little Thibet: Party of Punjaub Irregulars, 1857. This strangely-built town is situated in a district which becomes interesting in connection with our war with Persia

Gripsholm Castle, 1759. Creator: Johan Sevenbom
Gripsholm Castle, 1759

Drottningholm Castle. Creator: Johan Sevenbom
Drottningholm Castle, unknown date

Ekolsund Castle. Creator: Johan Filip Korn
Ekolsund Castle, unknown date

Frederiksborg Castle in Denmark, c.1590-1610. Creator: Hans Knieper
Frederiksborg Castle in Denmark, c.1590-1610

Sketches from Naples - Castle of Ischia, 1857. Creator: Edmund Evans
Sketches from Naples - Castle of Ischia, 1857. On the north and west the island slopes gradually down to the sea, and terminates in a beach; while on the south

Fort and Town of Alessandria, 1857. Creator: Unknown
Fort and Town of Alessandria, Sardinia, 1857. The plan which is now to be carried out consists of a bastioned body and four detached forts, one situated on the Bormida, a second on the Tanaro

La Nouvelle Europe; L'exil des Habsbourg; dans uncoin du parc de Wartegg, les petits arch... 1919
La Nouvelle Europe; L'exil des Habsbourg; dans un coin du parc de Wartegg, les petits archiducs: Francois-Joseph-Othon, qui etait prince heritier, age de six ans et demi

Hamir Receives Mehma, Folio from a Hamir Hath, c1840. Creator: Unknown
Hamir Receives Mehma, Folio from a Hamir Hath, c1840

On the Sambre River, 1826-1828. Creator: Edouard Delvaux
On the Sambre River, 1826-1828

Castel Nuovo in Naples, and a sketch of the lighthouse. Creator: Adriaen Honing
Castel Nuovo in Naples, and a sketch of the lighthouse

Château d'Anet; plan of the castle, garden and surroundings, between 1680 and 1684
Chateau d'Anet; plan of the castle, garden and surroundings, between 1680 and 1684

Landscape with ships in front of Caernarvon Castle, 1883. Creator: William Callow
Landscape with ships in front of Caernarvon Castle, 1883

Landscape with an Aqueduct, 1810. Creator: Nicolas Antoine Taunay
Landscape with an Aqueduct, 1810

Landscape with an Aqueduct, 1810. Creator: Nicolas Antoine Taunay
Landscape with an Aqueduct, 1810

Quebec from Levis, between 1910 and 1920. Creator: Unknown
Quebec from Levis, between 1910 and 1920. Citadel at left

Landscape with Soldiers, 1836. Creator: John Wilhelm Nahl
Landscape with Soldiers, 1836

Landscape with Fortifications, 1836. Creator: John Wilhelm Nahl
Landscape with Fortifications, 1836

View of Castle Crayenhof in Zwijndrecht, 1606. Creators: Peter Paul Rubens, Jan Wildens
View of Castle Crayenhof in Zwijndrecht, 1606. Attributed to Peter Paul Rubens

View of Cantecroy Castle (?), 1605-1673. Creator: Lucas van Uden
View of Cantecroy Castle (?), 1605-1673

The King of Italy in France; The king leaving the observation post at Souville;...1917 Creator: Unknown
The King of Italy in France; The king leaving the observation post at Souville; as "honorary corporal" of the 3rd Zouaves, as his grandfather had been

View of Malacca from the sea, 1764. Creator: Jan Keldermans
View of Malacca from the sea, 1764. View of the city of Malacca which can be seen just above the sandbank on the sea-facing side; with houses, trees and palm trees, a Dutch sloop

Cranganore Fort at Cochin, 1785. Creator: Jan Brandes
Cranganore Fort at Cochin, 1785. View of the Dutch Fort Kranganoor (Cranganur, modern usage: Kodungallur) near Cochin in South India. Fortress and ruins in a bay or river mouth

Batestein Castle near Vianen, 1840. Creator: Jan Jacob Teyler van Hall
Batestein Castle near Vianen, 1840

The Aurelian Wall in Rome, c.1809-c.1812. Creator: Josephus Augustus Knip
The Aurelian Wall in Rome, c.1809-c.1812. Construction of this 18-kilometre-long rampart began under the reign of Roman Emperor Aurelian (270-275 AD), which explains its name, the Aurelian Wall

'Le Kaiser en Fuite; Premiere journee d'exil; Guillaume, encore en tenue militaire... 1918. Creator: Unknown
'Le Kaiser en Fuite; Premiere journee d'exil; Guillaume, encore en tenue militaire, la canne a la main, fait sa promenade dans les jardins d'Amerongen avec son hote, le comte Bentinck

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"From ancient hill forts to majestic castles, fortifications stand as testaments of strength and history. The ramparts of the prehistoric hill fort on Hambledon Hill above the Blackmore Vale whisper tales of a time long gone. In Lucca, Italy, the fortified walls encircle the city like a protective embrace, preserving its medieval charm. In Northumberland, England, Embleton Bay Beach offers a breathtaking view of Dunstanburgh Castle's imposing ruins. The Youghal Clock Gate in Ireland stands tall with its fortified structure, reminding us of bygone eras. Traveling to Cornwall takes us to Polruan and Lanteglos by Fowey where an enchanting fortification from 1904 still captivates visitors with its timeless beauty. Hedingham Castle in Essex transports us back to 1832 through John Carr Armytage's intricate engraving. During World War II, Direction Finding Tower MP2 in La Corbiere served as a vital stronghold against enemy forces. Meanwhile, Malcesine on Lake Garda showcases Italy's architectural prowess with its formidable fortress overlooking serene waters. Clitheroe Castle perched atop a limestone outcrop paints an awe-inspiring picture of motte and bailey castle design in Lancashire. Turning back time once more brings us to the Siege of Lathom House during the First English Civil War in 1644—a testament to resilience amidst chaos. Finally, Sinop in Turkey and Strasbourg in France bear witness to fortifications that have witnessed countless stories unfold throughout centuries. "