Baron Justus Freiherr Von Collection

Napoleon I crowns himself King of Italy in 1805, (c1900). French advertising for Liebigs extract of meat

The Crowning of Victoria, Queen of England in 1837, (c1900). French advertising for Liebigs extract of meat

The Ouse Bridge, York, 1844. Creator: Smyth
The Ouse Bridge, York, 1844. Meetings of the British Association for the Advancement of Science were held in York, and... have continued through the week with increasing interest and popularity

Liebig in His Laboratory-Chemistry, mid 19th century (c1885). German chemist Baron Justus Freiherr von Liebig (1803-1873) was one of the most illustrious chemists of his age; he was the founder of

Johannes Kepler, German astronomer, (c1900). Portrait of Kepler with a total eclipse of the sun. Kepler (1571-1630) went to Prague in 1600 to assist Tycho Brahe

Dominique Francois Jean Arago, French astronomer, physicist and politician, (c1900). Portrait of Arago and the fall of a meteorite at noon

Giovanni Virginio Schiaparelli, Italian astronomer, (c1900). Portrait of Schiaparelli (1835-1910) and a lunar landscape with the rising of the sun

Clara Schumann and Wilma Norman-Neruda, c1900. Female musicians: Clara Schumann (1819-1896) and Wilma, Lady Halle (formerly Wilma Norman-Neruda) (1838?-1911)

Annette von Essipoff and Marie Soldat, c1900. Female musicians: Anna Essipova (1851-1914) and Marie Soldat-Roger (1863-1955). French advertising for the meat company, Liebig

Joseph Joachim and Hans von Bulow, c1900. Musicians Joseph Joachim (1831-1907) and Hans von Bulow (1830-1894). French advertising for Liebig, extract of meat, c1900

Anton Rubinstein and August Wilhelmj, c1900. Musicians Anton Rubinstein (1829-1894) and August Wilhelmj (1845-1908). French advertising for Liebig, extract of meat, c1900

Pablo de Sarasate and Franz Liszt, c1900. Musicians Pablo de Sarasate (1844-1908) and Franz Liszt (1811-1886). French advertising for Liebig, extract of meat, c1900

Nicolo Paganini and Frederic Chopin, c1900. Musicians Nicolo Paganini (1782-1840) and Frederic Chopin (1810-1849). French advertising for Liebig, extract of meat, c1900

Johann Wolfgang von Goethe and Johann Christoph Friedrich von Schiller, c1900. German poets of the 18th and 19th century. French advertising for Liebig, extract of meat, c1900

Voltaire and Victor Hugo, c1900. French poets of the 18th and 19th century. French advertising for Liebig, extract of meat, c1900

William Shakespeare and Lord Bryron, c1900. English poets of the 16th and 19th century. French advertising for Liebig, extract of meat, c1900

Dante Allighieri and Torquato Tasso, c1900. Italian poets of the 14th and 16th century. French advertising for Liebig, extract of meat, c1900

Hans Christian Anderson and Henrik Ibsen, c1900. Scandinavian poets of the 19th century. French advertising for Liebig, extract of meat, c1900

Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra and Pedro Calderon De La Barca, c1900. Spanish poets of the 16th and 17th centuries. French advertising for Liebig, extract of meat, c1900

Potters in antiquity, c1900. Fire in the artistic industry, French advertising for Liebig, extract of meat, c1900

Chinese ceramics, c1900. Fire in the artistic industry, French advertising for Liebig Meat Extract

Painting on glass in the 12th century, (c1900). Fire in the artistic industry, French advertising for Liebig Meat Extract

Painting with enamels in the 17th century, (c1900). Fire in the artistic industry, French advertising for Liebig Meat Extract

Glassmakers in the 14th century, (c1900). Fire in the artistic industry, French advertising for Liebig Meat Extract

Episodes of the Life of Famous Painters: Rembrandt, (c1900). French advertisement for Liebigs Meat Extract

A Shop in Klondyke, c1900. French advertising for Liebigs extract of meat

The Crowning of Charlemagne in Rome 800, (c1900). French advertising for Liebig, extract of meat, c1900

Louis of Bavaria Crowned Emperor of Rome in 1328, (c1900). French advertising for Liebigs extract of meat

The Crowning of Catherine II, Empress of Russia in 1762, (c1900). French advertising for Liebigs extract of meat

The Crowning of Maria Theresa of Austria in 1740, (c1900). French advertising for Liebigs extract of meat

The dying Mozart listening to the performance of his Requiem, 1791, (c1900). Mozart (1756-1791) just before his death, listening to the performance of the Requiem, his last work

Hindu theatre on the backs of Elephants, c1900. French advertisement for Liebigs extract of meat

The Elephant as postman, c1900. Elephant delivering letters in India. French advertisement for Liebigs extract of meat

The Elephant on a tiger hunt, c1900. Hunting tigers in India during the British Raj period. French advertisement for Liebigs extract of meat

The Elephant at Work, c1900. Elephants used as beasts of burden in India. French advertisement for Liebigs extract of meat

The Elephants of Pyrrhus, c1900. Scene from a battle between Pyrrhus (318-272 BC) and the Romans. The term Pyrrhic victory originates from one of his battles

The Elephant as draught animal, c1900. Elephants used to pull carts in India. French advertisement for Liebigs extract of meat

History of Paper: 4, c1900. The paper trade at Samarkand (Turkestan). French advertisement for Liebigs extract of meat

History of Paper: 6, c1900. Manufacture of roll-fed paper. French advertisement for Liebigs extract of meat

History of Paper: 5, c1900
History of Paper, c1900. Making flax paper in France. French advertisement for Liebigs extract of meat

History of Paper: 3, c1900
History of Paper, c1900. The library of Alexandria, c300 BC. French advertisement for Liebigs extract of meat

History of Paper: 1, c1900. Utilising a leaf from a palm tree. French advertisement for Liebigs extract of meat

The Death of Wallenstein by Friedrich Schiller (1759-1809), (c1900). Act 3, Scene 15: Wallenstein says he knows Mercy well. From a series of Famous Tragedies

Athalie by Jean Racine (1639-1699), (c1900). Act 4, Scene 5: Joad asks Queen Athalie if she knows the heir of the holiest of monarchs. From a series of Famous Tragedies

Philip II by Vittorio Alfieri (1749-1803), (c1900). Act V: Philip tells Carlos to choose between the dagger or poison. From a series of Famous Tragedies

King Lear by William Shakespeare (1564-1616), (c1900). Act 4: Lears Men of stone speech, with Cordelia dead in his arms. From a series of Famous Tragedies

Nora (A Dolls House) by Henrik Ibsen, c1900. Act 3: Nora tells Helmer she wants to leave him. He leaps up and asks: What? What are you saying? From a series of Famous Tragedies

Life Is A Dream by Calderon de la Barca (1600-1681), (c1900). Act 3, Scene 3: The King throws himself at Segismundos feet who exhorts him to rise and take his hand. From a series of Famous Tragedies

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Baron Justus Freiherr von, a man of great intellect and influence, witnessed significant historical events during his lifetime. From the crowning of Napoleon I as King of Italy in 1805 to the majestic coronation of Queen Victoria in 1837, he observed the rise and fall of empires. In 1844, Baron von stood on the Ouse Bridge in York, marveling at its architectural grandeur. This bridge symbolized progress and connectivity—a testament to human ingenuity. But it was not just bridges that fascinated him; science also captivated his curious mind. He visited Liebig's laboratory in the mid-19th century, witnessing groundbreaking experiments that pushed the boundaries of chemistry. As an admirer of astronomy, Baron von revered Johannes Kepler for his celestial discoveries. He admired Dominique Francois Jean Arago's contributions to both physics and politics—an embodiment of intellectual versatility. Giovanni Virginio Schiaparelli's astronomical observations intrigued him greatly. The Italian astronomer's work shed light on Mars' mysterious channels—opening new realms for exploration beyond Earth. Yet Baron von had a deep appreciation for artistry too. He reveled in musical performances by Clara Schumann and Wilma Norman-Neruda—talented musicians who enchanted audiences with their virtuosity. He marveled at Annette von Essipoff and Marie Soldat’s piano duets—their synchronized melodies resonating harmoniously through time. And when Joseph Joachim joined forces with Hans von Bulow or Anton Rubinstein collaborated with August Wilhelmj, their symphonic collaborations stirred emotions within him like no other. Finally, he found solace in Pablo de Sarasate's soul-stirring violin compositions while being mesmerized by Franz Liszt’s unparalleled mastery over the piano keys—a true maestro whose music transcended boundaries. Baron Justus Freiherr von lived amidst a world brimming with historical milestones, scientific breakthroughs, and artistic brilliance.