Basel Collection

Carnival of Basel (Basler Fasnacht), Basel, Canton of Basel City, Switzerland, Europe

World Known to Ptolemy
1545 map from Basel, Switzerland, depicting the world as known to Ptolemy in the 2nd century

Phenomena at Basel (Col)
Curious phenomena seen over the city of Basel, Switzerland, at sunrise and sunset on two days in July and again on 7 August

The Rhine River, Basel, Switzerland, Europe

Swiss trams at BVB M-Parc depot, Basel, Switzerland For commercial use please contact Photoslot at website:photoslot email: info@photoslot skype: photoslot

Basel on the River Rhine, Switzerland, Europe

Antique Map of Switzerland from 1898

View of the Minster and the old town of Basel from the Wettstein Bridge, Canton Basel-Stadt, Switzerland

Nicholas of Cusa, Nikolaus Krebs, called (1401-1464). Philosopher, politician and cardinal of the Catholic church. Page of the dialogue De Ludo Globi (the ball game), 1460

Woodcut from 1518 third edition of Utopia by Sir Thomas More (1478-1535
5615729 Woodcut from 1518 third edition of Utopia by Sir Thomas More (1478-1535) published in Basel showing the author conversing with the protagonist Raphael Hythloday about the ideal society he

Basel, Switzerland
Basel - a city on the Rhine River in northwest Switzerland. This card shows the Wettsteinbrucke and the Minster. circa 1910s

The comet of 249 AD
5309971 The comet of 249 AD; (add.info.: Woodcut engraving depicting the comet of 249 AD, as seen in Basel, Switzerland. Dated 16th century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

A meteorite falling to earth
5309966 A meteorite falling to earth; (add.info.: Woodcut engraving depicting a meteorite falling to earth in Basel, Switzerland. Dated 16th century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Castle (Kasteel Wissekerke). Exterior
7142408 Castle (Kasteel Wissekerke). Exterior.; (add.info.: Bazel, kasteel Wissekerke, Kruibeke, Oost-Vlaanderen, Belgium); © Paul Maeyaert. All rights reserved 2024.

Darmstadt Madonna (chromolitho)
8656860 Darmstadt Madonna (chromolitho) by Holbein the Younger, Hans (1497/8-1543) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Darmstadt Madonna. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn.

Johann Rudolf Wettstein, Swiss diplomat and Mayor of Basel (engraving)
8673133 Johann Rudolf Wettstein, Swiss diplomat and Mayor of Basel (engraving) by Swiss School, (19th Century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Johann Rudolf Wettstein (1594-1666)

Spalentor, Basel, Switzerland (engraving)
8673000 Spalentor, Basel, Switzerland (engraving) by Swiss School, (19th Century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Spalentor, one of the medieval gates of the city of Basel, Switzerland)

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De Rerum Praenotione by Pico della Mirandola (print)
CUL4865555 De Rerum Praenotione by Pico della Mirandola (print) by Unknown Artist, (15th century); (add.info.: Peak of the Mirandole - PICO DELLA MIRANDOLA, Giovanni (1463-1494)

Anatomical illustration
2626049 Anatomical illustration; (add.info.: Anatomical illustration from 'De corporis humani fabrica libri septem' (Basel: Johannes Oporinus)

Anatomical illustration
2626131 Anatomical illustration; (add.info.: Anatomical illustration from 'De corporis humani fabrica libri septem' (Basel: Johannes Oporinus)

Anatomical illustration
2626109 Anatomical illustration; (add.info.: Anatomical illustration from 'De corporis humani fabrica libri septem' (Basel: Johannes Oporinus)

Anatomical illustration
2626047 Anatomical illustration; (add.info.: Anatomical illustration from 'De corporis humani fabrica libri septem' (Basel: Johannes Oporinus)

Woman hatching a baby from an egg she has incubated. Incident reported by the Ancient Greek historian Herodotus
527521 Woman hatching a baby from an egg she has incubated. Incident reported by the Ancient Greek historian Herodotus (c485-425 BC)

Anatomical illustration
2626129 Anatomical illustration; (add.info.: Anatomical illustration from 'De corporis humani fabrica libri septem' (Basel: Johannes Oporinus)

Anatomical illustration
2626126 Anatomical illustration; (add.info.: Anatomical illustration from 'De corporis humani fabrica libri septem' (Basel: Johannes Oporinus)

Anatomical illustration
2626107 Anatomical illustration; (add.info.: Anatomical illustration from 'De corporis humani fabrica libri septem' (Basel: Johannes Oporinus)

Anatomical illustration
2626019 Anatomical illustration; (add.info.: Anatomical illustration from 'De corporis humani fabrica libri septem' (Basel: Johannes Oporinus)

Examination vanitatis doctrinae gentium et veritatis christianae disciplinae by Pico della Mirandola (print)
CUL4865592 Examination vanitatis doctrinae gentium et veritatis christianae disciplinae by Pico della Mirandola (print) by Unknown Artist

A meteor shower of 103 BC
5309976 A meteor shower of 103 BC; (add.info.: Woodblock engraving depicting a meteor shower of 103 BC shown as swords, pikes and battleaxes, Basel, Switzerland)

The comet of 384 AD
5309972 The comet of 384 AD; (add.info.: Woodcut engraving depicting the comet of 384 AD, as seen in Basel, Switzerland. Dated 16th century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

An aurora seen as armies fighting in the sky
5309967 An aurora seen as armies fighting in the sky; (add.info.: Woodcut engraving depicting an aurora seen as armies fighting in the sky, Basel, Switzerland)

Map of the battlefield of Battle of St Jakob an der Birs, Switzerland, 1444 (engraving)
8672999 Map of the battlefield of Battle of St Jakob an der Birs, Switzerland, 1444 (engraving) by Swiss School, (19th Century); Private Collection; (add.info)

A sun-grazing comet
5309974 A sun-grazing comet; (add.info.: Woodcut engraving depicting a sun-grazing comet, as seen in Basel, Switzerland. Dated 16th century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Anatomical illustration
2626108 Anatomical illustration; (add.info.: Anatomical illustration from 'De corporis humani fabrica libri septem' (Basel: Johannes Oporinus)

Anatomical illustration
2626106 Anatomical illustration; (add.info.: Anatomical illustration from 'De corporis humani fabrica libri septem' (Basel: Johannes Oporinus)

Anatomical illustration
2626103 Anatomical illustration; (add.info.: Anatomical illustration from 'De corporis humani fabrica libri septem' (Basel: Johannes Oporinus)

Anatomical illustration
2626102 Anatomical illustration; (add.info.: Anatomical illustration from 'De corporis humani fabrica libri septem' (Basel: Johannes Oporinus)

Maximilian Sforza installed as Duke of Milan, 1512 (engraving)
8673070 Maximilian Sforza installed as Duke of Milan, 1512 (engraving) by Swiss School, (19th Century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Rhine: The Rhine at Basel, Bale (colour litho)
8662907 The Rhine: The Rhine at Basel, Bale (colour litho) by Jardine, Effie (1857-1931); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Rhine at Basel, Bale)

Castle (Kasteel Wissekerke). Exterior
7142409 Castle (Kasteel Wissekerke). Exterior.; (add.info.: Bazel, kasteel Wissekerke, Kruibeke, Oost-Vlaanderen, Belgium); © Paul Maeyaert. All rights reserved 2024.

The comet of 1479 seen through clouds
5309973 The comet of 1479 seen through clouds; (add.info.: Woodcut engraving depicting the comet of 1479 seen through clouds, Basel, Switzerland. Dated 16th century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

EULER, Leonhard (1707-1783). Swiss mathematician. Litography
CUL4869220 EULER, Leonhard (1707-1783). Swiss mathematician. Litography.; (add.info.: EULER, Leonhard (1707-1783). Swiss mathematician. Litography.); Photo © Esteban/AIC.

A view of Basel, 17th century (engraving)
3479975 A view of Basel, 17th century (engraving); (add.info.: Illustration depicting a view of Basel; a city of the Rhine River in Switzerland. Dated 17th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

An anatomical classification hierarchy
2626132 An anatomical classification hierarchy; (add.info.: Illustration showing anatomical classification hierarchy, from 'De corporis humani fabrica libri septem' (Basel: Johannes Oporinus)

Anatomical illustration
2626130 Anatomical illustration; (add.info.: Anatomical illustration from 'De corporis humani fabrica libri septem' (Basel: Johannes Oporinus)

Anatomical illustration
2626046 Anatomical illustration; (add.info.: Anatomical illustration from 'De corporis humani fabrica libri septem' (Basel: Johannes Oporinus)

Advertising card for the Hotel Les Trois Rois, Basel (engraving)
8677656 Advertising card for the Hotel Les Trois Rois, Basel (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Advertising card for the Hotel Les Trois Rois, Basel)

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Basel, a city that encapsulates the essence of history and culture, is truly a phenomena in itself. Known to Ptolemy as "Colonia Raurica Augusta, " this world-renowned Swiss destination has countless treasures waiting to be discovered. One cannot mention Basel without acknowledging its vibrant Carnival, known as Basler Fasnacht. This lively celebration brings the entire city to life with colorful costumes, elaborate masks, and enchanting music echoing through the streets, and is an experience that immerses visitors in the rich traditions and joyous spirit of Basel. Nestled in the Canton City, Switzerland, Basel boasts an impressive transportation system highlighted by its iconic Swiss trams at BVB M-Parc depot. These sleek vehicles effortlessly navigate through the picturesque streets of this charming European city. The Rhine River gracefully flows through Basel's heart, adding another layer of beauty to an already mesmerizing landscape. The sight of boats gliding along its waters creates a serene ambiance that captivates both locals and tourists alike. As one explores Basel on foot or by tram, they will stumble upon historical gems like Nicholas of Cusa's birthplace or antique maps showcasing Switzerland's evolution over time. Every corner tells a story; every building whispers secrets from centuries past. From atop Wettstein Bridge lies a breathtaking view encompassing the majestic Minster and old town area – an image straight out of a fairytale book. The blend of medieval architecture with modernity creates an enchanting atmosphere unique to Basel. Art enthusiasts will find solace within this cultural hub as well; graffiti adorns walls throughout the cityscape – each stroke representing passion and creativity from local artists who have left their mark on these urban canvases.