Eastern Europe Collection (#9)

Red fox (Vulpes vulpes) vixen looking in through window of traditional cottage house, Vertes Mountains, Hungary

Female Red fox (Vulpes vulpes) cautiously staring at the camera from the base of a moss-covered tree, Hungary. January

Female Red fox (Vulpes vulpes) walking along tree trunk in heavy fog at night. Light source behind the subject creates dramatic, volumetric lighting, Hungary, January

Female Red fox (Vulpes vulpes) waiting to be fed at the back entrance of a house, Hungary. January

Female Red fox (Vulpes vulpes) observing the yard from the top of the old stone wall, trying to determine whether it is safe to enter, Hungary. January

Wolf (Canis lupus) pack huddling together in snow-covered forest, Sumava National Park, Bohemian Forest, Czech Republic. Captive

Eurasian otter (Lutra lutra) feeding on a fish, Pusztaszer Reserve, Hungary. May

Two Great white egret (Ardea alba) in winter, Kiskunsag National Park, Hungary. December

Two European ground squirrel (Spermophilus citellus), feeding on dandelion, Hungary

Grey heron (Ardea cinerea) on lake at sunset, Lake Csaj, Kiskunsagi National Park, Hungary. January

Grey heron (Ardea cinerea) and Great white egret (Ardea alba) standing facing each other at sunrise. Lake Csaj, Kiskunsagi National Park, Hungary. December

Lily of the valley (Convallaria majalis) hidden at the bottom of the forest in spring. Morning sun is lighting from behind. Biebrza National Park, Poland

Wintery forest of Silver Birches (Betula pendula) photographed from below with a wide angle lens. Białowieła National Park, Poland. January

Oak trees (Quercus robur) in spring. Wrocław, Poland. April

Common buzzard (Buteo buto) flying in the forest. Bialowiela National Park, Poland. January

Long-eared owl (Asio otus), Kikinda, Serbia

Female Fox (Vulpes vulpes) caught in a shaft of light on the porch of a farmhouse, Verteskozma, Hungary

Female Fox (Vulpes vulpes) walking on tree trunk in heavy snowstorm in the dark, Verteskozma, Hungary

Female Red fox (Vulpes vulpes) foraging inside a rotting tree trunk, Verteskozma, Hungary. Hungary Nature Photographer of the Year Competition 2021 Highly Commended - Mammals Behaviour category

Alexander Nevsky Cathedral on the Volga River, Nizhny Novgorod, Russia, Europe

Black stork (Ciconia nigra) and Grey heron (Ardea cinerea) Pusztaszer reserve, Hungary

Greenfinch (Carduelis chloris) and Goldfinch (Carduelis carduelis) fighting in snow, Poland. February

Black-headed gull (chroicocephalus ridibundus) diving into water, hunting fish / shellfish at sunrise. Baltic Sea, Poland. Sequence 1 of 2

Pair of Mute swans (Cygnus olor) at sunrise on misty lake. Poland, March

Berdysh, Eastern Europe, 1500 / 1700. Creator: Unknown
Berdysh, Eastern Europe, 1500/1700

Shishak, Eastern Europe, 16th century. Creator: Unknown
Shishak, Eastern Europe, 16th century

Mace, Poland, 1600 / 1700. Creator: Unknown
Mace, Poland, 1600/1700

Holy Trinity Column (Szentharomsag-szobor) at the main square. Sopron in Transdanubia in the west of Hungary close to the border with Austria. Eastern Europe, Hungary

Sopron in Transdanubia in the west of Hungary close to the border with Austria. Eastern Europe, Hungary

Firewatch Tower (Tueztorony), the landmark of Sopron at main square. Sopron in Transdanubia in the west of Hungary close to the border with Austria. Eastern Europe, Hungary

Uj utza (New Lane, Neugasse). Sopron in Transdanubia in the west of Hungary close to the border with Austria. Eastern Europe, Hungary

View from Firewatch Tower over the town. Sopron in Transdanubia in the west of Hungary close to the border with Austria. Eastern Europe, Hungary

Harvest in the Ukraine, 1880 (oil on canvas)
1195712 Harvest in the Ukraine, 1880 (oil on canvas) by Orlovsky, Vladimir (1842-1914); 80.6x171 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Orlovsky, Vladimir (1842-1914)); Photo eChristies Images; Russian

Geographical Map of the Theatre of War, showing the Kingdom of Hungary in the main
986323 Geographical Map of the Theatre of War, showing the Kingdom of Hungary in the main, 1771 (hand-coloured engraving.) by German School

Saint Elizabeth of Hungary reviving to Life a Child drowned in a Well
827824 Saint Elizabeth of Hungary reviving to Life a Child drowned in a Well, (tempera on panel) by Lorenzetti, Pietro (c.1284-after 1345); 19x16.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Waterfall of the Mumlava River in the Giant Mountains, 1850-53 (oil on canvas)
5615148 Waterfall of the Mumlava River in the Giant Mountains, 1850-53 (oil on canvas) by NavrAatil, Josef Matoj (1798-1865); 40x36 cm; Narodni Galerie, Prague, Czech Republic; Czech, out of copyright

East European Costume
LLM455406 East European Costume by Kretschmer, Albert (1825-91); Private Collection; (add.info.: East European Costume. Illustration from The Costumes of All Nations by Albert Kretschmer)

Design for a fan celebrating the Dance and Carnival of Nations, 1733 (gouache on paper)
CHT375173 Design for a fan celebrating the Dance and Carnival of Nations, 1733 (gouache on paper) by French School, (18th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Minsk (chromolitho)
735306 Minsk (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Minsk. Liebig card, late 19th century/early 20th century.); Look and Learn / Rosenberg Collection

Vyatka and Kazan (chromolitho)
735304 Vyatka and Kazan (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Vyatka and Kazan)

Kaluga and Nizhny (chromolitho)
735303 Kaluga and Nizhny (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Kaluga and Nizhny)

Worship in Roumania, illustration from Illustrated Travels, edited by H. W. Bates, published c
LLM438616 Worship in Roumania, illustration from Illustrated Travels, edited by H. W. Bates, published c.1880 (digitally enhanced image) by English School

In Petrograd (colour litho)
2808599 In Petrograd (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: In Petrograd. Governor Gen Pelozoff reviews the first detachment of women volunteers)

Grammar School, Liepaja, Latvia (colour photo)
3103056 Grammar School, Liepaja, Latvia (colour photo) by Russian Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Grammar School, Liepaja, Latvia)

A Postman in Bulgaria fighting off robbers, late 19th century (colour litho)
488373 A Postman in Bulgaria fighting off robbers, late 19th century (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Siege and capture of Jassy in 1788 by the Russian army (coloured engraving)
CHT293619 Siege and capture of Jassy in 1788 by the Russian army (coloured engraving) by German School, (18th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

The Sale of the Castle of Marienburg in 1457 to King Casimir IV of Poland
CHT277007 The Sale of the Castle of Marienburg in 1457 to King Casimir IV of Poland, 1854 (engraving) by Rosenfelder, Ludwig (1813-81) (after); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

Ivan the Black sets fire to Zhabliak, 1484, illustration from Hutchinson
STC358110 Ivan the Black sets fire to Zhabliak, 1484, illustration from Hutchinsons History of the Nations, 1915 (litho) by Valda

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"Exploring the Rich Heritage of Eastern Europe: From Stained Glass Windows to Ancient Empires" a treasure trove of cultural wonders, where history and art intertwine seamlessly. In Prague, Czech Republic, the majestic St. Vitus Cathedral stands tall, adorned with breathtaking stained glass windows that illuminate its sacred interior. Traveling further back in time, we encounter the mighty Macedonian Empire through an ancient map depicting Alexander the Great's conquests. This empire once spanned vast territories and left an indelible mark on Eastern European history. Art enthusiasts will be captivated by Constantin Brancusi's masterpiece, "The Endless Column, " located in Targu Jiu. Its abstract form evokes a sense of eternity and serves as a testament to Romania's artistic prowess. As we journey along the picturesque River Daugava in Riga, Latvia, we are greeted by stunning vistas that showcase nature's beauty intertwined with architectural marvels. The cityscape reflects centuries-old traditions blended harmoniously with modernity. Ukraine beckons us with its rich heritage showcased at St. Michaels Monastery in Kiev and mesmerizing encounters with belugas – graceful white whales – off Odessa's coast. These experiences offer glimpses into Ukraine's spiritual sanctuaries and diverse marine life. Krakow, Poland invites us to step into its historical streets through a wood engraving from 1897—a snapshot frozen in time capturing this enchanting city’s past glory. Romania unveils Transylvania’s crown jewel: Peles Castle built between 1875-1914—an architectural gem nestled amidst lush landscapes that transports visitors to another era altogether. Gdansk enchants us with its Old Port—a bustling hub steeped in maritime history where tales of seafaring adventures echo through cobblestone streets lined with colorful facades. Nature lovers find solace amid Mount Giewont’s awe-inspiring peaks in Zakopane, Poland.