Portrat Collection

World map by Martin Behaim, 1492, wood engraving, published 1884
World map by Martin Behaim, 1492. Woodcut engraving from my archive, published in 1884

Charlemagne - the first Holy Roman Emperor, published in 1868
Charlemagne (Charles the Great, Latin: Carolus Magnus, possibly 742 - 814), King of the Franks from 768 on and Emperor of the Romans (Imperator Romanorum) from 800 to his death in 814

F1 Formula 1 Formula One Aus Oz Gp Grand Prix
Albert Park, Melbourne, Australia. Thursday 17 March 2016. Daniel Ricciardo, Red Bull Racing. World Copyright: Andrew Hone/LAT Photographic ref: Digital Image _ONY1320

Formula One World Championship, Rd18, Brazilian Grand Prix, Race, Sao Paulo, Brazil, Sunday 9 November 2014
Drivers and personel at the front of the grid for the national anthem with giant Brazilian flag. Formula One World Championship, Rd18, Brazilian Grand Prix, Race, Sao Paulo, Brazil

Roaring Lion #2
Hamburg, Germany, 2014.. Christian Meermann

Rhino
Duisburg, Germany, 2019.. Christian Meermann

Redhead Tessy
Jan Slotboom

Fine Art and General Insurance, 1896 (lithography)
397476 Fine Art and General Insurance, 1896 (lithography) by Berchmans, Emile (1867-1947); JMK Archiv, Bremen, Germany; (add.info.: The Fine Art and General Inssurance Company Limited)

Supercars 2021: Bathurst
MOUNT PANORAMA CIRCUIT, AUSTRALIA - FEBRUARY 19: Chaz Mostert, Walkinshaw Andretti United, Holds Commodore ZB at Mount Panorama Circuit on Friday February 19, 2021 in Bathurst, Australia

Hans Lufft (1495-1584), Luthers Bible printer, wood engraving, published 1879
Hans Lufft (1495 - 1584). Bible printer of Martin Luther. Woodcut engraving after an original (1584), published in1879

Jean Bart (1650-1702), French privateer, wood engraving, published in 1881
Jean Bart (1650 - 1702), naval commander and privateer from Flanders in the service of the French king Louis XIV. Woocut engraving after a contemporary copper engraving (c. 1680/90), published in 1881

Victor Emmanuel II, King of Italy, published in 1871
Victor Emmanuel II (1820 - 1878), was King of Sardinia from 1849 until 1861 and the first king of a united Italy since the 6th century. Wood engraving, published in 1871

Maximilian I, of Habsburg (1459-1519), wood engraving, published in 1881
Maximilian I, of Habsburg, called the last knight (1459 - 1519), was Duke of Burgundy from 1477, from 1486 German king, from 1493 Archduke of Austria, and from 1508 emperor of the Holy Roman Empire

Charles V (1500 - 1558, Holy Roman Emperor). Woodcut engraving (1521) after an original by Albrecht Durer (German painter and engraver)

Albrecht DAOErer (1471-1528), German painter, wood engraving, published in 1881
Albrecht Durer (1471 - 1528), famous German painter, printmaker, mathematician, and art theorist. Woodcut engraving after a painting (1500) by himself in Alte Pinakothek, Munich, published in 1881

Pocahontas (c. 1596-1617), Native American, wood engraving, published in 1884
Pocahontas (born Matoaka, known as Amonute, and later known as Rebecca Rolfe, c. 1596 - 1617), Native American. She was an intermediary between the trunks of the Virginia Algonquian

Col. Ja s. A Mulligan, of the Illinois "Irish Brigade"
1275198 Col. Ja s. A Mulligan, of the Illinois " Irish Brigade", published (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: James A)

PROJECT FACES [Agi]
Martin Krystynek MQEP

PROJECT FACES [Lucia]
Martin Krystynek MQEP

PROJECT FACES [Bibi]
Martin Krystynek MQEP

Eurasian Griffon. Duisburg, Germany, 2018.. Christian Meermann

Attitude
Berlin, Germany, 2019.. Christian Meermann

Watusi
Gelsenkirchen, Germany, 2017.. Christian Meermann

William Hogarth (1697-1764), English painter, wood engraving, published in 1881
William Hogarth (1697 - 1764), English painter and printmaker. Woodcut engraving after a painting (1745) by himself in the Tate Gallery, London, published in 1881

Benjamin Franklin (1706-1790), wood engraving, published in 1884
Benjamin Franklin (1706 - 1790), American printer, publisher, writer, scientist, inventor, statesman and one of the Founding Fathers of the United States. Wood engraving, published in 1884

Henry VIII of England (1491-1547), wood engraving, published in 1881
Henry VIII (1491 - 1547), King of England from 1509 until his death. Woodcut engraving, published in 1881

Mary I of England (1516-1558), wood engraving, published in 1881
Mary I (1516 - 1558), Queen of England and Ireland from 1553 until her death. Woodcut engraving, published in 1881

Charles Emmanuel I (1562-1630), Duke of Savoy, published in 1805
Charles Emmanuel I the Great (1562 - 1630), Duke of Savoy. Copper engraving, published in 1805

Mary I of England (1516-1558), copper engraving, published in 1805
Mary I of England (1516 - 1558), Queen of England and Ireland. Copper engraving, published in 1805

Charles II (630-1685), British king, copper engraving, published in 1805
Charles II (630 - 1685), King of England, Scotland, and Ireland. Copper engraving, published in 1805

Henry VIII (1491-1547), King of England, steel engraving, published 1843
Henry VIII (1491 - 1547), King of England from 1509 until his death. Steel engraving, published in 1843

Duke of Windsor with Mrs Wallis Simpson - Chateau de Cande
Duke of Windsor, formerly King Edward VIII (1894-1972), with Mrs Wallis Simpson (1896-1986), Chateau de Cande, near Tours, France in May 1937

Samuel Langhorne Clemens, 1835 A

Native people of the South Sea Islands, published in 1882
South Sea Islanders, Asians, and Australians: Top row, from left: Australia (Aborigines), Papua New Guinea, New Caledonia, Papua, Middle row: Fijians, New Zealander (Maori), Tahitian, Samoan

Portrait of the exhibition dancer Samya & Sawyer, London, 19
Portrat of the exhibition dancer Samya & Sawyer, appearing for a season at Ciros Club, London, 1922 Date: 1922

Mieris - French Belle Epoque Stage Actress
Mademoiselle Mieris - Two portraits of the French Belle Epoque Stage Actress and Beauty, also described as Demi Mondaine, Cocotte and Courtesan ! Date: 1906

Portrat of the exhibition dancer Samya & Sawyer, London, 1922 - dancing at Ciros but will be in Monte Carlo for the Winter season Date: 1922

WWI: HOMECOMING, 1919. Major J. R. White, Lieutenant Colonel Otis B. Duncan, and Lieutenant W
WWI: HOMECOMING, 1919. Major J.R. White, Lieutenant Colonel Otis B. Duncan, and Lieutenant W.J. Warfield of the 369th and 370th Infantry Regiments returning home aboard the SS France

Tunguska / Kulik Portrat
LEONID KULIK (1883 - 1942) Discovered the impact site, spent most his life unsuccessfully trying to prove it was a meteorite

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"Capturing the Essence of History: A Portrait Journey" In this captivating portrait collection, we embark on a visual voyage through time and space. Our first stop takes us back to 1492, as we gaze upon Martin Behaim's remarkable world map, meticulously engraved in wood and published in 1884. The intricate details transport us to an era of exploration and discovery. Next, our attention is drawn to the fiery locks of Redhead Tessy. Her vibrant hair seems to mirror her spirited personality, making for a striking portrait that leaves a lasting impression. As we continue our journey, we encounter the majestic Roaring Lion #2. This powerful depiction captures the raw strength and untamed beauty of nature's king. Moving forward in time but not lacking in allure, we find ourselves at Chateau de Cande with none other than the Duke of Windsor and Mrs Wallis Simpson. Their enigmatic gazes hint at a forbidden love story that forever altered history. Our eyes then shift upwards towards "Looking Up, " where an unknown subject invites us to ponder their thoughts and dreams. It serves as a reminder that even within simplicity lies profound depth. Suddenly, our focus shifts from human subjects to one of nature's most formidable creatures – the Rhino. Its rugged exterior conceals both vulnerability and resilience; it stands as an emblematic representation of survival against all odds. Venturing further into uncharted territories brings us face-to-face with native people from South Sea Islands – captured beautifully in lithography by an artist whose work was published in 1882. These portraits offer glimpses into cultures rich with tradition and diversity. The artistry continues with Hans Lufft's wood engraving depicting Luther's Bible printer from centuries past - his dedication immortalized through ink on paper since its publication in 1879. Jean Bart emerges next - a French privateer whose exploits are etched onto wood engravings dating back to 1881.