Romania Collection (page 100)

Stamps of Romania
Stamps and the Crest of Romania of 1906 and a small map showing the location of the country on the Black Sea, bordering Russia, Austria-Hungary, Serbia and Bulgaria (at the time). Date: 1906

Romanian Women - Sinaia. One appears to have purchased (or is about to sell) a fine angora rug or blanket. Date: circa 1900

Ministry of the Exterior - Bucharest, Romania
Ministry of the Exterior (Foreign Office/Ministry) - Bucharest, Romania Date: 1908

Galati, Romania - Sailors / Fleet
Sailors and boats of the Romanian Fleet at Galati, Romania, the capital of Galati County - the largest seaport on the River Danube. Date: circa 1900

Romania - Floods at Galati, the capital of Galai County. The largest seaport on the Danube, the waterfront was prone to flooding, as shown here

Romanian Soldiers on the training ground. Date: 1903

Romania - Calarasi - general view. The town is the capital of Calarasi County and South-Muntenia Region in the Wallachia region - situated in south-east Romania

Romania - Braila - Galati Street
Galati Street - Braila, Romania - a city in Muntenia, eastern Romania, a port on the Danube and the capital of Braila County, in the close vicinity of Galati. Date: circa 1904

Bucharest - The Cismigiu Gardens
The Cismigiu Gardens (Parcul Cismigiu) - a public park near the center of Bucharest, Romania, spanning areas on all sides of an artificial lake (pictured on this card). Date: 1902

New Years Card - 1900 - Romania. The strict translation of the card is Happy Birthday to 1900 !! Date: 1900

Bucharest, Romania - Military parade on 28th November 1900, fronted by a number of senior ranking officers. Date: 1900

Romania - Iasi - The Military School
Romania - Iasi (Jassy) - The Military School Date: circa 1905

Romania - Woman in National Costume Date: 1906

Villas at Techirghiol, Romania
Large villas at Techirghiol, Romania - a town in Constanta County. After World War I, Techirghiol started to become a very popular tourist attraction due to its famous therapeutic mud

Romania - Poiana Tapului
Poiana Tapului, a village in Busteni Town, Prahova County, Romania. It sits in the Prahova Valley at the foot of Bucegi Mountains. Date: 1905

Traditional Romanian Costume
A studio photographic portrait of a reclining man wearing traditional Romanian Costume Date: 1907

Log boat - Romania
Crossing a river by a log boat, Romania. Date: circa 1905

Galati, Romania - Rooftops
The caption of this card rather romantically translates as " perspective on the valley slopes" - but appears to me to be a rather standard view looking out over the rooftops of Galati

Galati, Romania - Boat for Sulina
An oriental excursion boat to Sulina - this appears to be a rather over-capacity River Danube Ferry decked out for the occasion... Date: 1902

Dambovicioara Gorge, Romania
The Dambovicioara Gorge, near Podu Dambovitei, Wallachia, Romania, site of the Dambovicioara River - a tributary of the Dambovita River

Romania - Azuga
Azuga, Romania - a small resort town nestled in a valley in Prahova county (in the Wallachian region) at the foot of the Bucegi mountains The town has a famous brewery (pictured on this card)

Marriage of Princess Victoria Melita & Ernst Ludwig of Hesse
In honour of the marriage between Princess Victoria Melita to Grand Duke Ernst Ludwig of Hesse, four portraits depicting from top left (clockwise)

Romania - Ceahlaul Mountain
View of the distinctive outline of the Ceahlaul Mountain. Date: 1905

Village Scene, Romania - a group of countryfolk gather to listen to an itinerant musician, entertaining them with his fiddle. Date: circa 1900

Braila, Romania - King Carol Boulevard
Braila, Romania - Bulevardul Carol (King Carol Boulevard) Date: 1906

Docks and Basin at Braila, Romania Date: 1910

Romanian shepherd with his flock, standing close to a traditional lever-action well, where the bucket and rope are attached to a long wooden lever

Sulina - Palace of the Danube Commission
Sulina, Romania - a town and free port in Tulcea County, Romania, at the mouth of the Sulina branch of the Danube. It is the easternmost point of Romania and European Union

Romania - Iasi - Princess Mary Street (literal translation of Ale(e)a is alley ) Date: circa 1910s

Romania - Bucharest - Piata Teatrului (Theatre Square) Date: circa 1909

Romania - Jewish Romanians Date: circa 1900

Galati, Romania - Strada Portului (Port Street). Galati is the largest seaport on the River Danube Date: circa 1910s

Romania - Galati Street, Braila
Galati Street - Braila, Romania - a city in Muntenia, eastern Romania, a port on the Danube and the capital of Braila County, in the close vicinity of Galati. Date: circa 1906

Constanta, Romania - Scoala Normala ( Normal School ) Date: circa 1910s

Romania - Focsani - Muntenia Square Date: circa 1910s

Iasi, Romania - General View
Iasi, Moldavia Region, Romania - General View toward Barboi Churchs tower. Date: 1919

Romania - Predeal
Predeal - a town in Romania, in Brasov County. An important mountain resort located on the Prahova Valley surrounded by five massifs (mountains): Postavarul, Piatra Mare, Bucegi, Baiului and Fitifoi

Romania - Bucharest - Calea Grivitei
Grivitei Street ( Route ) at Bucharest, Romania Date: circa 1908

Romania - Eforie Sud
The ruins of Soimos Fortress, Cetate, Romania Date: circa 1929

Carol Hotel, Constanta, Romania - a principal port on the Black Sea Date: circa 1903

Romania - Bucharest - Stavropolios Street Date: circa 1901

Trajans Table - Romania
The site of Trajans Table - a Latin inscription dedicated to the Emperor Trajan, engraved on a specially carved cliff overlooking the Iron Gates

Romania - Agapia Monastery
The Agapia Monastery - a Romanian Orthodox monastery located west of Targu Neamt in Neamt County. It was built in the mid 17th century by Romanian Voivode Vasile Lupu. Date: circa 1910s

Romanian Countryfolk and Curtea de Arges
Two Romanian countryfolk in traditional costume and the 16th century Curtea de Arges Monastery - Curtea de Arges, Arges county, Romania Date: circa 1900

Constanta - Romania - Mamaia Beach shown inside the rather unusual surrounds of a Plaice Fish! Date: 1907

Romania - Rich folk of Rucar
A portrait of the Rich Class at the Port of Rucar on the Olt River, Arges County, Romania Date: 1913

Romanian country types
An early illustrated postcard depicting country types. A woman in traditional costume stands with water bucket by the village well with a man in official (military?) attire

Secu Monastery at Neamt, Romania. Built in the year 1602 by the magistrate Nestor Ureche. Date: 1910

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"Discover the Enchanting Romania: From Dracula's Castle to Byzantine Treasures" Embark on a journey through the captivating land of Romania, where ancient legends and stunning landscapes intertwine. Begin your adventure at Bran Castle, famously known as Dracula's Castle, nestled in the picturesque village of Bran in Transylvania. Explore its Gothic architecture and immerse yourself in the eerie tales that surround this iconic fortress. Continue your exploration of Transylvania with a visit to Sibiu, where you'll find the Orthodox Holy Trinity Cathedral. Step inside this magnificent place of worship and marvel at its intricate interior adorned with ornate frescoes and gilded decorations. Venture further into Romanian artistry as you encounter The Endless Column by Constantin Brancusi in Targu Jiu. This striking sculpture stands tall as a symbol of eternal beauty and pays homage to one of Romania's most celebrated artists. Journey northwards to Bucovina, where Voronet Monastery awaits with its awe-inspiring exterior. Admire the vibrant blue hues that adorn this UNESCO World Heritage site, showcasing exquisite frescoes depicting biblical scenes. Delve into history as you uncover remnants from the Austro-Hungarian Empire within Bucharest's Tailors Synagogue. Marvel at the Star of David stained-glass window detail that reflects centuries-old Jewish heritage within Romania. Return once more to The Endless Column by Constantin Brancusi, located in Targu Jiu – an enduring testament to artistic brilliance that will leave you inspired. Make your way towards Sinaia and behold Peles Castle, a true masterpiece built between 1875-1914. Wander through opulent halls filled with lavish furnishings while relishing in architectural grandeur fit for royalty. Immerse yourself further into Romanian culture through literature illustrated by Edmond Dulac for "The Dreamer of Dreams, " written by Queen Marie herself. Let these watercolor and gouache illustrations transport you to a realm of imagination and enchantment.