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Basel Collection (page 3)

Basel, a city that encapsulates the essence of history and culture, is truly a phenomena in itself

Background imageBasel Collection: Danse Macabre (litho)

Danse Macabre (litho)
964708 Danse Macabre (litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Danse Macabre (Dance of Death), Basel

Background imageBasel Collection: Iris Germanica, 1542 (hand-coloured woodcut)

Iris Germanica, 1542 (hand-coloured woodcut)
985885 Iris Germanica, 1542 (hand-coloured woodcut) by Fuchs, Leonhard (1501-66); 36.2x24 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Iris Germanica. From De historia stirpium commentarii insignes)

Background imageBasel Collection: BT3. 267. 5 p. 311 Paeony, illustration from De historia stirpium commentarii

BT3. 267. 5 p. 311 Paeony, illustration from De historia stirpium commentarii
2636158 BT3.267.5 p.311 Paeony, illustration from De historia stirpium commentarii insignes by Leonhart Fuchs, 1542 (litho) by Fullmaurer, Heinrich (fl.1542) & Meyer

Background imageBasel Collection: BT3. 267. 5 p. 125 Wild Angelica, illustration from De historia stirpium commentarii

BT3. 267. 5 p. 125 Wild Angelica, illustration from De historia stirpium commentarii
2636157 BT3.267.5 p.125 Wild Angelica, illustration from De historia stirpium commentarii insignes by Leonhart Fuchs, 1542 (litho) by Fullmaurer, Heinrich (fl.1542) & Meyer

Background imageBasel Collection: Male and Female Head, mid 16th century (oil on paper)

Male and Female Head, mid 16th century (oil on paper)
5055824 Male and Female Head, mid 16th century (oil on paper) by Baldung Grien, Hans (1484-1545) (circle of); 18.5 x 22.4 cm; Kunstmuseum, Basel, Switzerland; German, out of copyright

Background imageBasel Collection: Courtyard of the Rathhaus, Basel (engraving)

Courtyard of the Rathhaus, Basel (engraving)
5223612 Courtyard of the Rathhaus, Basel (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Courtyard of the Rathhaus, Basel)

Background imageBasel Collection: Hans Herbst, Swiss humanist printer

Hans Herbst, Swiss humanist printer
6039979 Hans Herbst, Swiss humanist printer. by Bry, Theodor de (1528-98); Private Collection; (add.info.: Johannes Herbster or Hans Herbst, Swiss humanist printer in Basel, 1507-1568)

Background imageBasel Collection: Map of the New Island of Utopia from a 1518 edition of Utopia

Map of the New Island of Utopia from a 1518 edition of Utopia
5615727 Map of the New Island of Utopia from a 1518 edition of Utopia by Sir Thomas More (1478-1535), first published in 1516. Woodcut by Ambrosius Holbein (c. 1494-c)

Background imageBasel Collection: School Masters Signboard, 1516 (Mixed technique on spruce wood)

School Masters Signboard, 1516 (Mixed technique on spruce wood)
3956452 School Masters Signboard, 1516 (Mixed technique on spruce wood) by Holbein, Ambrosius (c.1493-c.1519); 55.3 x 65.5 cm; Kunstmuseum, Basel

Background imageBasel Collection: Basel (engraving)

Basel (engraving)
3654789 Basel (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Basel. Illustration for The Illustrated Universal Gazetteer edited by William Francis Ainsworth)

Background imageBasel Collection: A Sermon by Saint Augustine, c. 1494-5 (colour woodcut)

A Sermon by Saint Augustine, c. 1494-5 (colour woodcut)
985849 A Sermon by Saint Augustine, c.1494-5 (colour woodcut) by Swiss School, (15th century); 31.2x21.8 (approx) cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Sermon by Saint Augustine)

Background imageBasel Collection: Costume of a woman of Basel (engraving)

Costume of a woman of Basel (engraving)
3646468 Costume of a woman of Basel (engraving) by Holbein the Younger, Hans (1497/8-1543) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Costume of a woman of Basel)

Background imageBasel Collection: Costume of a woman of Basel (engraving)

Costume of a woman of Basel (engraving)
3646465 Costume of a woman of Basel (engraving) by Holbein the Younger, Hans (1497/8-1543) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Costume of a woman of Basel)

Background imageBasel Collection: Rudolf of Habsburg, the newly elected King of Germany, greeted by the people of Basel

Rudolf of Habsburg, the newly elected King of Germany, greeted by the people of Basel, 1273 (engraving)
3647316 Rudolf of Habsburg, the newly elected King of Germany, greeted by the people of Basel, 1273 (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rudolf of Habsburg)

Background imageBasel Collection: Double Portrait of the Basel Mayor Jacob Meyer zum Hasen

Double Portrait of the Basel Mayor Jacob Meyer zum Hasen
3597120 Double Portrait of the Basel Mayor Jacob Meyer zum Hasen and his Wife Dorothea Kannengiesser, 1516 (tempera on limewood) by Holbein the Younger

Background imageBasel Collection: BT3. 26. 5 p. 370 Courgette, illustration from De historia stirpium commentarii

BT3. 26. 5 p. 370 Courgette, illustration from De historia stirpium commentarii
2636161 BT3.26.5 p.370 Courgette, illustration from De historia stirpium commentarii insignes by Leonhart Fuchs, 1542 (litho) by Fullmaurer, Heinrich (fl.1542) & Meyer

Background imageBasel Collection: BT3. 267. 5 p. 368 Gourd, illustration from De historia stirpium commentarii

BT3. 267. 5 p. 368 Gourd, illustration from De historia stirpium commentarii
2636160 BT3.267.5 p.368 Gourd, illustration from De historia stirpium commentarii insignes by Leonhart Fuchs, 1542 (litho) by Fullmaurer, Heinrich (fl.1542) & Meyer

Background imageBasel Collection: BT3. 267. 5 opp p896 Artists and Engraver, illustration from

BT3. 267. 5 opp p896 Artists and Engraver, illustration from
2636156 BT3.267.5 opp p896 Artists and Engraver, illustration from De historia stirpium commentarii insignes by Leonhart Fuchs, 1542 (litho) by Fullmaurer, Heinrich (fl.1542) & Meyer

Background imageBasel Collection: Boecklin Jubilaeum, 1897 (litho in colours)

Boecklin Jubilaeum, 1897 (litho in colours)
1195087 Boecklin Jubilaeum, 1897 (litho in colours) by Sandreuter, Hans (1850-1901); 99.5x59.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Andreuter, Hans); Photo eChristies Images; Swiss, out of copyright

Background imageBasel Collection: Portrait of Erasmus of Rotterdam in the Study (oil on oak wood)

Portrait of Erasmus of Rotterdam in the Study (oil on oak wood)
3956457 Portrait of Erasmus of Rotterdam in the Study (oil on oak wood) by Holbein the Younger, Hans (1497/8-1543) (after); 36 x 25.5 cm; Kunstmuseum, Basel, Switzerland; (add.info.: Basler Meister)

Background imageBasel Collection: Basle (engraving)

Basle (engraving)
1092438 Basle (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Basle. Illustration for The Gallery of Geography by Thomas Milner (William Mackenzie, c 1880)

Background imageBasel Collection: Actelion

Actelion
OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA. Luc Vangindertael (laGrange)

Background imageBasel Collection: The binoculars of the bank

The binoculars of the bank
Luc Vangindertael (laGrange)

Background imageBasel Collection: 68 windows and 1 soul

68 windows and 1 soul
Luc Vangindertael (laGrange)

Background imageBasel Collection: Strukturen

Strukturen
Anette Ohlendorf

Background imageBasel Collection: Messe Basel New Hall #01

Messe Basel New Hall #01
Alessio Forlano

Background imageBasel Collection: Messe Basel New Hall #02

Messe Basel New Hall #02
Alessio Forlano

Background imageBasel Collection: window to heaven

window to heaven
Renate Reichert

Background imageBasel Collection: Emphasized

Emphasized
Oscar Lopez

Background imageBasel Collection: the eye to the sky

the eye to the sky
fotoea

Background imageBasel Collection: Concave Light I

Concave Light I
Oscar Lopez

Background imageBasel Collection: Basel, Expo XVIII

Basel, Expo XVIII
Basel Expo XVIII. Franco Tessarolo

Background imageBasel Collection: Basel, Bistro Genusswerk IV

Basel, Bistro Genusswerk IV. Franco Tessarolo

Background imageBasel Collection: Basel, Southpark LII

Basel, Southpark LII. Franco Tessarolo

Background imageBasel Collection: Basel, SRF III

Basel, SRF III. Franco Tessarolo

Background imageBasel Collection: Switzerland, Basel X

Switzerland, Basel X. Franco Tessarolo

Background imageBasel Collection: Basle (Liber Studiorum, part I, plate 5), June 11, 1807. Creator: JMW Turner

Basle (Liber Studiorum, part I, plate 5), June 11, 1807. Creator: JMW Turner
Basle (Liber Studiorum, part I, plate 5), June 11, 1807

Background imageBasel Collection: Air mail leaving Croydon for Karachi, India 1929

Air mail leaving Croydon for Karachi, India 1929
The first air mail service between Croydon, England and Karachi, India. Inaugurated by Armstrong-Siddeley Argosy air liner of Imperial Airways, arriving on 6 April. Date: 30 March 1929

Background imageBasel Collection: PHENOMENA AT BASEL (COL)

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. Date: 17 and 18 July 1566

Background imageBasel Collection: Paracelsus at Basle

Paracelsus at Basle
Philippus Aureolus Theophrastus Bombast von Hohenheim, known as Paracelsus depicted opposing Lichtenfels at Basel. Date: circa 1527

Background imageBasel Collection: Basle, c1872. Creator: E I Roberts

Basle, c1872. Creator: E I Roberts
Basle, c1872. View of the city of Basel in Switzerland. In the centre is the Middle Bridge over the River Rhine, with Basel Minster beyond

Background imageBasel Collection: View at Basle, 1842. Creator: John Harper (1809-42)

View at Basle, 1842. Creator: John Harper (1809-42)
View at Basle, 1842 (w/c on paper). Basle, now known as Basel; is a city in northwestern Switzerland on the river Rhine

Background imageBasel Collection: The Basel earthquake of 18 October 1356

The Basel earthquake of 18 October 1356. Private Collection

Background imageBasel Collection: Platforms and terminal Building - Basel Station, Switzerland

Platforms and terminal Building - Basel Station, Switzerland
The Platforms and terminal Building - Basel Station, Switzerland. Date: 1902

Background imageBasel Collection: Diana, 1931

Diana, 1931. Found in the Collection of Fondation Beyeler, Basel

Background imageBasel Collection: Halme, 1938

Halme, 1938. Found in the Collection of Fondation Beyeler, Basel

Background imageBasel Collection: Boats in the flood (Boote in der Uberflutung), 1937

Boats in the flood (Boote in der Uberflutung), 1937
Boats in the flood (Boote in der U berflutung), 1937. Found in the Collection of Fondation Beyeler, Basel

Background imageBasel Collection: Enea Silvio Piccolomini (Pope Pius II) going to the Council of Basel

Enea Silvio Piccolomini (Pope Pius II) going to the Council of 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.