Bulgarians Collection

Russia / 968 / Bulgarians
A Russian force, led by Svyatoslav, Prince of Kiev, hired at great expense by Byzantine emperor Nicephorus II Phocas, defeats the Bulgarian armies

Bulgarian fishermen (engraving)
7200100 Bulgarian fishermen (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bulgarian fishermen)

The Russian Agents in Bulgaria, Peasants treated with Drink at the Russian Consulate, Sofia
1624740 The Russian Agents in Bulgaria, Peasants treated with Drink at the Russian Consulate, Sofia, during the Elections (engraving) by Schonberg

The Russian Agents in Bulgaria, Partisans of Russia hooted through the Streets of Sofia as Traitors (engraving)
1624742 The Russian Agents in Bulgaria, Partisans of Russia hooted through the Streets of Sofia as Traitors (engraving) by Schonberg

The War in the East (engraving)
1602394 The War in the East (engraving) by Robinson, Charles (1840-81); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War in the East. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 22 July 1876)

Portrait of Hristo Botev, Bulgarian poet and journalist also known as revolutionary
FAT4919135 Portrait of Hristo Botev, Bulgarian poet and journalist also known as revolutionary and national hero by Unknown photographer, (19th century); (add.info.: Hristo Botev (1848-1876)

Makedonia / Bulgaria
MACEDONIA The inhabitants of Gumurdjina, Macedonia - men, women and even children - drive out the occupying Bulgarians who they perceive as invaders

Demon and monstrous creatures, detail by an anonymous artist, Cathedral of the Assumption of the Virgin
AIS5363807 Demon and monstrous creatures, detail by an anonymous artist, Cathedral of the Assumption of the Virgin, Monastery of St

Sir John Tenniel cartoon: The Old Crusaders! (engraving)
8657353 Sir John Tenniel cartoon: The Old Crusaders! (engraving) by Tenniel, John (1820-1914) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Old Crusaders)

Baptism of Boris I, 864 (litho)
8661425 Baptism of Boris I, 864 (litho) by Valda, John Harris (1874-1942); Private Collection; (add.info.: Baptism of Boris I, 864)

Turkish prisoners taken from Plevna, 1877 (litho)
8664003 Turkish prisoners taken from Plevna, 1877 (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Turkish prisoners taken at the Siege of Plevna (Pleven), Bulgaria

Tsar Michael Shishman of Bulgaria killed at the Battle of Velbuzhd, 1330 (litho)
8661311 Tsar Michael Shishman of Bulgaria killed at the Battle of Velbuzhd, 1330 (litho) by Valda, John Harris (1874-1942); Private Collection; (add.info)

Portrait of Prince Boris (future Tsar Boris III of Bulgaria, 1894 - 1943). Photography late 19th century
JEB4834998 Portrait of Prince Boris (future Tsar Boris III of Bulgaria, 1894 - 1943). Photography late 19th century.; (add.info.: Portrait of Prince Boris (future Tsar Boris III of Bulgaria)

Portrait of Ferdinand I (1861-1948), tsar of Bulgaria
JEB4835009 Portrait of Ferdinand I (1861-1948), tsar of Bulgaria.; (add.info.: Portrait of Ferdinand I (1861-1948), tsar of Bulgaria.); © Jean Bernard. All rights reserved 2023.

Bulgarians vs. Serbs - Cover of "The Eye of the Police", 1913 (engraving)
ICA4950566 Bulgarians vs. Serbs - Cover of "The Eye of the Police", 1913 (engraving); Private Collection; Photo © Caricadoc.

History. Bulgaria. Ferdinand I of Bulgaria. Photo, Austria, 1916
2636306 History. Bulgaria. Ferdinand I of Bulgaria. Photo, Austria, 1916.; Private Collection; (add.info.: Ferdinand 1er. Coll. Part.); Photo © CCI.

Map of the peninsula of the Balkans, (Bosnia, Serbia, Moldova, Hungary, Montenegro, Bulgaria, Romania)
NWI4871491 Map of the peninsula of the Balkans, (Bosnia, Serbia, Moldova, Hungary, Montenegro, Bulgaria, Romania, Greece and Turkey), circa 1870

La Baionnette, Satirical in Colours, 1915_12_30: War of 14 -18, Russia, Germany Prussia, Austria
ICA4933769 La Baionnette, Satirical in Colours, 1915_12_30: War of 14 -18, Russia, Germany Prussia, Austria, Belligerants and Symbols, Bulgaria - William II

La Baionnette, Satirique en Colours, 1915_12_30: War of 14 -18, Belligerants and symbols
ICA4933748 La Baionnette, Satirique en Colours, 1915_12_30: War of 14 -18, Belligerants and symbols, Bulgaria - Ferdinand de Bulgaria (1861-1948) - Illustration by Maurice Neumont (1868-1930)

Russians routing Bulgarians in cavalry skirmish. 10th century (chromolithograph from an Sclavonian manuscript in)
532826 Russians routing Bulgarians in cavalry skirmish. 10th century (chromolithograph from an Sclavonian manuscript in the Vatican Library); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Annihilation of the Greek Army, 811 (litho)
8661422 Annihilation of the Greek Army, 811 (litho) by Valda, John Harris (1874-1942); Private Collection; (add.info.: Annihilation of the Greek Army, 811)

Portrait of Constantine I Asen Tech, Tsar of Bulgaria from 1257 to his death in 1277, Boyana Church, Sofia, Bulgaria
AIS5361015 Portrait of Constantine I Asen Tech, Tsar of Bulgaria from 1257 to his death in 1277, Boyana Church, Sofia, Bulgaria, 13th century (fresco); Boyana Church, Sofia, Bulgaria; © Iberfoto.

Tsar Peter I at the monastery of Troitsa receives the delegation of Streltsi. 19th century colour engraving
NWI4946144 Tsar Peter I at the monastery of Troitsa receives the delegation of Streltsi. 19th century colour engraving.; (add.info)

Ferdinand 1st of Bulgaria, 1900 (drawing)
2065486 Ferdinand 1st of Bulgaria, 1900 (drawing); (add.info.: Coll. Part. History. Bulgaria. King Ferdinand I of Bulgaria. Sketch, Germany, ca 1900.); Photo © CCI.

Alexander II of Russia, Grand Duke Nicholas Nikolaevich of Russia and Carol or Charles I of Romania make their entrance
6867191 Alexander II of Russia, Grand Duke Nicholas Nikolaevich of Russia and Carol or Charles I of Romania make their entrance into Plevna, Bulgaria in 1877 during the Russo-Turkish War (1877-1878)

Ferdinand I of Bulgaria, 1861 - 1948, Prince and King of Bulgaria, historical illustration circa 1893
UIG5413872 Ferdinand I of Bulgaria, 1861 - 1948, Prince and King of Bulgaria, historical illustration circa 1893; UIG.

Flags of forty countries, circa 1890. Colour lithography, 19th century
NWI4851551 Flags of forty countries, circa 1890. Colour lithography, 19th century.; (add.info.: Flags of forty countries, circa 1890)

Bombardment of Ruse, Bulgaria, 1877 (litho)
8664032 Bombardment of Ruse, Bulgaria, 1877 (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Russian bombardment of Ruse (Ruscuk), Bulgaria, Russo-Turkish War, 1877

Turkish troops crossing the Shipka Pass, Bulgaria, 1877-1878 (litho)
8664027 Turkish troops crossing the Shipka Pass, Bulgaria, 1877-1878 (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Turkish troops crossing the Shipka Pass, Bulgaria)

Ferdinand I of Bulgaria
1996374 Ferdinand I of Bulgaria; (add.info.: Coll. Part. History. The tsar Ferdinand I of Bulgaria leaving the Parliament, Sofia. Postcard, Bulgaria, ca 1910.); Photo © CCI.

Khan Krum of Bulgaria (litho)
8661298 Khan Krum of Bulgaria (litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Khan Krum of Bulgaria)

Art byzantin : bataille opposant les hongrois et bulgares aux byzantins sous le regne de l'empereur Leon VI dit le
AIS5374112 Art byzantin : bataille opposant les hongrois et bulgares aux byzantins sous le regne de l'empereur Leon VI dit le sage

Bulgarian Serbo War (1885-1886): Bulgarian military camp settles in the Dragoman Pass (Bulgaria)
NWI4872286 Bulgarian Serbo War (1885-1886): Bulgarian military camp settles in the Dragoman Pass (Bulgaria) during the conflict with Serbia, 1885 - Colorisee engraving

The Peoples of the Balkan States, 1915 (litho)
8641511 The Peoples of the Balkan States, 1915 (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Peoples of the Balkan States, 1915)

Map of the Ottoman Empire (colour litho)
8664038 Map of the Ottoman Empire (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Map of the Ottoman Empire)

Bulgarians besieging Adrianople, 1912-1913 (litho)
8661424 Bulgarians besieging Adrianople, 1912-1913 (litho) by Cuneo, Cyrus (1879-1916) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bulgarians besieging Adrianople, 1912-1913)

General Jekon, Chief of Staff of the Bulgarian Army, c. 1916 (oil on canvas)
XOT366509 General Jekon, Chief of Staff of the Bulgarian Army, c.1916 (oil on canvas) by Nedomansky Studio, Vienna (fl.1914-18); Museo della Guerra di Rovereto, Trento, Italy

The Ruins of the Ancient Roman Palace of Varna, Bulgaria
7279822 The Ruins of the Ancient Roman Palace of Varna, Bulgaria by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Ruins of the Ancient Roman Palace of Varna, Bulgaria)

Hermine David, 1907 (oil on canvas)
5859729 Hermine David, 1907 (oil on canvas) by Pascin, Jules (1885-1930); 66x55.2 cm; The Art Institute of Chicago, IL, USA; (add.info.: Jules Pascin)

Red Laughter, Satirical in Colors, 1918_9_21: War of 14 -18, Belligerants and symbols, Victory
ICA4848461 Red Laughter, Satirical in Colors, 1918_9_21: War of 14 -18, Belligerants and symbols, Victory, Bulgaria - Ferdinand of Bulgaria (1861-1948) - Illustration by Jeanniot (1848-1934)

Red Laughter, Satirical in N & B, 1918_10_5: War of 14 -18, Germany Prussia, Belligerants and Symbols, Victory
ICA4848638 Red Laughter, Satirical in N & B, 1918_10_5: War of 14 -18, Germany Prussia, Belligerants and Symbols, Victory, Peace - William II

Guerre russo-turque de 1828-1829 - The storming the bastions of Varna by the Russian army on September 1828 par
FIA5400868 Guerre russo-turque de 1828-1829 - The storming the bastions of Varna by the Russian army on September 1828 par Anonymous, 1828-1829 - Colour lithograph, 16x21

Bulgarian officer to whom a grenade kills the horse just abandoned to collect a child... (colour litho)
2808532 Bulgarian officer to whom a grenade kills the horse just abandoned to collect a child... (colour litho) by Beltrame

The war of the five peoples, the Bulgarian army advancing towards Adrianople conquers Kirk Kilisse... (colour litho)
2808527 The war of the five peoples, the Bulgarian army advancing towards Adrianople conquers Kirk Kilisse... (colour litho) by Beltrame

The excesses of the Balkan War, Bulgarian soldiers who among the hurrah! Comrades set fire... (colour litho)
2815562 The excesses of the Balkan War, Bulgarian soldiers who among the hurrah! Comrades set fire... (colour litho) by Beltrame

The war of the five peoples, between Bulgarians and Turkish soldiers who came from Asia the struggle around
2808530 The war of the five peoples, between Bulgarians and Turkish soldiers who came from Asia the struggle around... (colour litho) by Beltrame

The Eastern Question (engraving)
1059466 The Eastern Question (engraving) by Durand, Godefroy (1832-1896); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Eastern Question)

Members of the League of Nations (colour litho)
7163177 Members of the League of Nations (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Members of the League of Nations)

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"Bulgarians: A Tapestry of History, Courage, and Resilience" From the vast landscapes of Russia to the iconic 968 AD Bulgarian Empire, they have left an indelible mark on history. Among them stands Hristo Botev, a revolutionary poet and journalist whose portrait captures his unwavering spirit. Venturing southwards to Macedonia and Bulgaria's heartland, we confront the haunting echoes of "Bulgarian Atrocities, " reminding us of the struggles endured by this nation throughout time. Even Vlad the Impaler himself couldn't overshadow their determination. In the midst of World War I chaos, U-Boats attacked Varna in Bulgaria on that fateful day - October 27th, 1915. Yet amidst adversity emerged General Jekon, Chief of Staff of the Bulgarian Army; his oil-on-canvas image symbolizing leadership during turbulent times. The ruins of Varna's Ancient Roman Palace serve as a testament to Bulgaria's rich historical tapestry. Hermine David's captivating painting from 1907 transports us back in time when art flourished alongside cultural heritage. Events unfolded rapidly within Sofia's walls - Mr Beltchef assassinated before Prime Minister Stefan Stambolov in 1895. This tragic incident forever etched into Bulgaria's memory highlights their pursuit for justice and stability. During the First Balkan War (Balkan), captured mercenaries known as Bachibuzuk met their fate at Bulgarian hands in Ketcheukeli village - a defining moment showcasing bravery against Ottoman forces' looting ways. As war raged across Europe during WWI, Ferdinand of Bulgaria stood tall among belligerents; Jeanniot immortalized him with vibrant colors symbolizing victory amidst turmoil – Red Laughter indeed. Through triumphs and tribulations alike, they have persevered through centuries-old conflicts while preserving their unique identity.