Wuerzburg Collection

Grand Staircase with frescoed vault, Wurzburg Residence (UNESCO World Heritage List
XIR236840 Grand Staircase with frescoed vault, Wurzburg Residence (UNESCO World Heritage List, 1981), Germany, by architect Johann Balthasar Neumann, built 1719-44 (photo) by Neumann

Console table and two armchairs, 1745 (photo)
XIR208589 Console table and two armchairs, 1745 (photo) by German School, (18th century); Residenz, Wurzburg, Germany; German, out of copyright

The Staircase, built 1719-44 (photo)
MAE173988 The Staircase, built 1719-44 (photo) by Neumann, Balthasar (1687-1753); Residenz, Wurzburg, Germany; (add.info)

The staircase, built 1719-44 (photo)
XIR229507 The staircase, built 1719-44 (photo) by Neumann, Balthasar (1687-1753); Residenz, Wurzburg, Germany; (add.info)

Wurzburg, Bavaria, Germany skyline view of the city of Wurzburg with its cathedral (dom) and Neumunster Church

Wurzburg, Bavaria, Germany, Marienberg Fortress (Festung Marienberg) and a bridge over the Main River

Emperor Frederick Barbarossas wedding to Beatrix of Burgundy in 1156, c. 1751-52
XPH311189 Emperor Frederick Barbarossas wedding to Beatrix of Burgundy in 1156, c.1751-52 (fresco) by Tiepolo, Giovanni Battista (Giambattista) (1696-1770); Residenz, Wurzburg

America, one of the Four Continents from the ceiling of the Treppenhaus
XIR30573 America, one of the Four Continents from the ceiling of the Treppenhaus, 1750-53 (fresco) (see also 112348 and 168392) by Tiepolo, Giovanni Battista (Giambattista) (1696-1770); Residenz

Meeting Between Napoleon I (1769-1821) and Ferdinand III (1769-1824) Grand Duke of
XIR221494 Meeting Between Napoleon I (1769-1821) and Ferdinand III (1769-1824) Grand Duke of Tuscany at Wurtzburg, October 1806, 1813 (oil on canvas) by Lecomte

Apollo in his Sun Chariot driving Beatrice I (1145-84) to Frederick I Barbarossa
XIR182966 Apollo in his Sun Chariot driving Beatrice I (1145-84) to Frederick I Barbarossa (1122-90) detail from the ceiling of the Imperial Room (fresco) by Tiepolo

Asia, one of the Four Continents from the ceiling of the Treppenhaus, 1750-53
XIR168392 Asia, one of the Four Continents from the ceiling of the Treppenhaus, 1750-53 (fresco) (see also (112348 and 30573) by Tiepolo, Giovanni Battista (Giambattista) (1696-1770); Residenz

Europe, one of the Four Continents from the ceiling of the Treppenhaus
BAL112348 Europe, one of the Four Continents from the ceiling of the Treppenhaus, 1750-53 (fresco) (see also 30573 and 168392) by Tiepolo, Giovanni Battista (Giambattista) (1696-1770); Residenz

Marriage of Frederick I (c. 1123-90) Barbarossa and Beatrice I (1145-84) of Burgundy in 1156
XIR181871 Marriage of Frederick I (c.1123-90) Barbarossa and Beatrice I (1145-84) of Burgundy in 1156 (fresco) by Tiepolo, Giovanni Battista (Giambattista) (1696-1770); Residenz, Wurzburg

View from Fortress Marienberg over Wuerzburg, Main River, Old Main Bridge, Wuerzburg, Franconia, Bavaria, Germany, Europe

View over the main River to Marienberg Fortress and St. Burkard church in autumn, Wuerzburg, Franconia, Bavaria, Germany, Europe

Marienberg Fortress, Wuerzburg, Franconia, Bavaria, Germany, Europe

View over Main River to the Old Bridge, Marienkapelle Church and Grafeneckart Tower, Wuerzburg, Franconia, Bavaria, Germany, Europe

Bee in a holder. Honeybee (Apis mellifera) restrained in a tube for magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). MRI is a technique, usually used in medical diagnostics

Honeybee research

Honeybee researcher Jurgen Tautz holding honeycomb from an experimental honeybee (Apis mellifera) hive. Tautz heads a research group at the University of Wurzburg, Germany

Bee on finger. Numbered queen honeybee (Apis mellifera) resting on the tip of a researchers finger. The bee has been labelled so that it can be recognised during experiments investigating honeybee

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Würzburg, a city in Bavaria, Germany, is a treasure trove of history and architectural marvels. One such gem is the Würzburg Residence, which has earned its place on the UNESCO World Heritage List. As you step into this magnificent palace, your eyes are immediately drawn to the grand staircase with its frescoed vault. The intricate details and vibrant colors of the artwork transport you back in time. A snapshot from 1745 captures a console table and two armchairs that exude elegance and sophistication. These pieces tell stories of lavish gatherings and important discussions held within these walls. The staircase itself is an engineering masterpiece built between 1719-44. Its grandeur reflects the power and wealth of Georg Karl Ignaz, Freiherr von Fechenbach zu Laudenbach, Prince-Bishop of Bamberg and Würzburg. An oil painting immortalizes his presence as he overlooks his domain. From another angle, we catch a glimpse of Würzburg's skyline with its majestic cathedral towering above the cityscape. It serves as a reminder of faith's enduring presence throughout centuries. Marienberg Fortress stands proudly nearby, connected to the rest of the city by a picturesque bridge. This fortress witnessed significant events throughout history; one notable occasion was Emperor Frederick Barbarossa's wedding to Beatrix of Burgundy in 1156. Inside the residence's Treppenhaus (staircase hall), ceiling paintings depict scenes from different continents. "America, " painted around c1751-52 showcases its rich culture while "Asia, " created between 1750-53 captivates viewers with its exotic allure. Historical encounters come alive through art as we witness Napoleon I meeting Ferdinand III Grand Duke of Tuscany within these very walls. Their exchange forever etched into our collective memory. Lastly, Apollo driving Beatrice I to Frederick I Barbarossa in his Sun Chariot symbolizes the union of power and love.