German Language Collection

adoration of Christ by the Kings (Magi) at Bethlehem as Mary watches, c.1800
3666089 adoration of Christ by the Kings (Magi) at Bethlehem as Mary watches, c.1800; (add.info.: early 19th century, German)

Portrait of Franz Kafka, (1883 - 1924) (photo)
3557535 Portrait of Franz Kafka, (1883 - 1924) (photo) by Czech School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Franz Kafka (1883 - 1924)

Portrait of Franz Kafka, (1883 - 1924) (b / w photo)
937184 Portrait of Franz Kafka, (1883 - 1924) (b/w photo) by Czech School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Goslar Cathedral
The church known as Goslar Cathedral was the collegiate church of St. Simon and St. Jude in the town of Goslar in central Germany

Tomb of Otto Magnus (Otto I) Imperator
Otto I, also known as Otto the Great, was German king from 936 and emperor of the Holy Roman Empire from 962 until his death in 973

PLIT2A-00025
Cover of Brothers Grimm tales from a German edition published in Berlin, 1865. Antique printed book cover

Kingdom of Wurttemberg, Germany
Illustration of Kingdom of Wurttemberg, Germany

Sign Plakatieren verboten, German for no flyposting with barbed wire

Marking on the ground showing the course of the former Berlin Wall, Government District, Berlin, Berlin, Germany

Sankt Goarshausen, Germany
is a town located in the Rhein-Lahn-Kreis in Nassau on the eastern shore of the Rhine, in the section known as the Rhine Gorge, directly across the river from Sankt Goar

Old city wall of Andernach
Founded by the Romans as Antunnacum in 12 BC on the site of an old Celtic settlement, Andernach is one of the oldest towns in Germany

Part of the Old city wall in Andernach
Founded by the Romans as Antunnacum in 12 BC on the site of an old Celtic settlement, Andernach is one of the oldest towns in Germany

Town Hall, Lubeck, Germany
Lubeck is a city in northern Germany. Its renowned for its Brick Gothic architecture, dating to its time as the medieval capital of the powerful Hanseatic League trading confederation

Dresdner Striezelmarkt
The Striezelmarkt in Dresden is one of Germanys oldest documented Christmas markets. Founded as a one-day market in 1434, it celebrates its 580th anniversary in 2014

Goodbye in german language, Austria
Signboard that says goodbye in german language and panorama in the background in Schafbergspitze mountain in Austria

Wisconsin Street Postcard. ca. 1900, Wisconsin Street Postcard

Space spectra, historical diagram
Joseph von Fraunhofer (1787-1826), a German physicist and optical instrument maker, is best known for his investigation of dark lines in the Suns spectrum. Now known as Fraunhofer lines

Schiaparellis map of Mars, 1877-1888
Schiaparellis map of Mars. This drawing of the two hemispheres of Mars was made by the Italian astronomer Giovanni Schiaparelli (1835-1910) between the years 1877 and 1888

Schiaparellis map of Mars, 1882-1888
Schiaparellis map of Mars. This drawing of the two hemispheres of Mars was made by the Italian astronomer Giovanni Schiaparelli (1835-1910) between the years 1882 and 1888

Nasmyths sunspot observations, 1864
Nasmyths sunspot observations. Artwork of observations of sunspots, made on 5 June 1864 by the Scottish amateur astronomer James Nasmyth (1808-1890)

Schiaparellis map of Mars, 1879
Schiaparellis map of Mars. This drawing of the southern (left) and northern (right) hemipsheres of Mars was made in 1879 by the Italian astronomer Giovanni Schiaparelli (1835-1910)

Fraunhofer lines, diagram
Fraunhofer lines. Diagram of the Suns spectrum, showing a set of dark absorption lines known as Fraunhofer lines. These are named after the German physicist Joseph von Fraunhofer (1787-1826)

Frau im Mond artwork
Frau im Mond. Artwork of a Moon rocket, representing the story told in the film Woman in the Moon (German: Frau im Mond). This science fiction silent film, released in 1929

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Discover the rich literary legacy and cultural influence of the German language through the enigmatic figure of Franz Kafka. Known for his thought-provoking works, Kafka's portraits capture the essence of a man whose words continue to resonate today. From his intense gaze in a black and white photograph to an endearing moment with his loyal dog, these images offer glimpses into the life of a literary genius. As we delve deeper into German culture, we encounter historical landmarks like Goslar Cathedral and Otto Magnus' tomb, reminding us of Germany's rich heritage. The Kingdom of Wurttemberg stands as a testament to its past glory, while everyday symbols such as 'Notruf 112' on fire engines highlight Germany's commitment to safety and emergency services. Even in mundane details like signs prohibiting flyposting with barbed wire, we witness how language shapes our surroundings. So immerse yourself in this captivating language that has given birth to great minds like Kafka and explore all that German has to offer.