Hildibrand Collection

Warriors in a canoe navigating the Aruwimi River
History of Africa. 19th century. Warriors in a canoe navigating the Aruwimi River. Engraving by Hildibrand. El Congo y la Creacion del Estado Independiente de este nombre

The pillory in Japan before the revolution, 1895. Artist: Hildibrand
The pillory in Japan before the revolution, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XIV, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

Buddhist temple, Nikko, Japan, 1895. Artist: Hildibrand
Buddhist temple, Nikko, Japan, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XIV, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

People of the Fokien province, China, 1895. Artist: Hildibrand
People of the Fokien province, China, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XIV, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

Road cut through the Yellow Earth, China, c1890. Artist: Hildibrand
Road cut through the Yellow Earth, China, c1890. Illustration from The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, Division XIII, (Virtue & Co Limited, London, c1890)

Petrified cascade of Hammam el Meskoutine, Algeria, c1890. Artist: Hildibrand
Petrified cascade of Hammam el Meskoutine, Algeria, c1890. Illustration from The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, Division XXI, (Virtue & Co Limited, London, c1890)

Nomad encampment, Sahara, c1890. Artist: Hildibrand
Nomad encampment, Sahara, c1890. Illustration from The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, Division XXI, (Virtue & Co Limited, London, c1890)

Kabyle family group travelling, Algeria, c1890. Artist: Hildibrand
Kabyle family group travelling, Algeria, c1890. Illustration from The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, Division XXI, (Virtue & Co Limited, London, c1890)

Old ports of Carthage, Tunisia, c1890. Artist: Hildibrand
Old ports of Carthage, Tunisia, c1890. Illustration from The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, Division XXI, (Virtue & Co Limited, London, c1890)

View of El Kef, Tunisia, c1890. Artist: Hildibrand
View of El Kef, Tunisia, c1890. Illustration from The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, Division XXI, (Virtue & Co Limited, London, c1890)

Arab mendicant, Biskra and El-kantra women, c1890. Artist: Hildibrand
Arab mendicant, Biskra and El-kantra women, c1890. Illustration from The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, Division XXI, (Virtue & Co Limited, London, c1890)

The fountain of Trevi, Italy, 19th century. Artist: Hildibrand
The fountain of Trevi, Italy, 19th century

The Pyrenees seen from the terrace of the castle at Pau, France, 1879. Artist: Hildibrand
The Pyrenees seen from the terrace of the castle at Pau, France, 1879

Louis XV, King of France. Artist: Hildibrand
Louis XV, King of France. Louis XV (1710-1774) was the great grandson of Louis XIV, the Sun King. He ruled from 1714 until his death

Types and costumes in Norway, 1879. Artist: Hildibrand
Types and costumes in Norway, 1879. Traditional costume from the Hardanger, Saetersdalen, and the interior of Norway

Russian pope, 1886. Artist: Hildibrand
Russian pope, 1886. A Russian orthodox priest with crucifix

Lyon and the heights of Croix-Rousse, France, 1879. Artist: Hildibrand
Lyon and the heights of Croix-Rousse, France, 1879

Mont Auxois and the statue of Vercingetorix, France, 1879. The Gallic chieftain Vercingetorix was chosen as king by the Arverni, a powerful tribe that occupied what is now the Auvergne

Hotel de Ville, Paris, France, 1886. Artist: Hildibrand
Hotel de Ville, Paris, France, 1886. View of the Town Hall, and in the foreground a boat going under a bridge on the River Seine

The Old Fortress, Kamenetz, Ukraine, 1879. Artist: Hildibrand
The Old Fortress, Kamenetz, Ukraine, 1879. In 1672, Sultan Muhammad IV captured the fortress of Kamieniec (also known as Kamianets) in Podolia (now in Ukraine)

Bargash bin Said (1837-1888). Colored engraving
Bargash bin Said (1837-1888). Sultan of Zanzibar. Engraving of The Illustrated World, 1883. Colored

Argentina. Buenos Aires. Tumbrils in the marketplace of Lanas. Hildibrand engraving in La Ilustracion, 1887. Colored engraving

Cj Fox / Hildibrand / Ronjat
CHARLES JAMES FOX British statesman Date: 1749 - 1806

AMUNDSEN, Roald Engebrecht (Borge, 1872, in the Arctic, 1928). Norwegian explorer
Roald Engebrecht Amundsen (Borge, 1872, in the Arctic, 1928). Norwegian explorer. Engraving by Hildibrand. Colored

THE HERMIT PREACHING IN THE WOODS, BY GUSTAVE DORE. Gustave Dore, 1832 - 1883, French. Engraving for Atala by Chateaubriand

THE HERMIT PREACHING IN THE WOODS, BY GUSTAVE DORE. Gustave Dore, 1832 - 1883, French. Engraving for Atala by Chateaubriand

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"Hildibrand: Capturing the World's Beauty Through Art" Step into a world of wonder and exploration as Hildibrand takes us on a visual journey through time. Warriors in a canoe navigate the treacherous Aruwimi River, their determination evident in every stroke. In Japan before the revolution, we witness the haunting pillory, an artifact of a bygone era beautifully depicted by Hildibrand. The artist's brush transports us to Nikko, Japan, where a Buddhist temple stands majestically amidst nature's embrace. The intricate details bring this sacred place to life, inviting us to immerse ourselves in its tranquility. Traveling further east, we encounter the people of Fokien province in China; their vibrant culture captured with reverence by Hildibrand. A road cut through China's Yellow Earth reveals both man's triumph over nature and its breathtaking beauty. As we venture southward to Algeria, we are mesmerized by the petrified cascade of Hammam el Meskoutine—a frozen moment preserved forever thanks to Hildibrand's artistry. In Sahara's vast expanse lies a nomad encampment—an oasis amidst endless sand dunes—where families gather under starlit skies. Kabyle family groups traverse Algeria with grace and resilience while old ports of Carthage stand as silent witnesses to ancient civilizations lost in time. El Kef offers panoramic views that stir our souls—a testament to Tunisia’s rich history and architectural wonders lovingly portrayed by Hildibrand. Arab mendicants wander Biskra as El-kantra women captivate with their allure—their stories etched onto canvas for eternity. Finally, we find ourselves transported back home—to Italy—where Rome’s iconic Trevi Fountain enchants visitors from around the globe. Here too does Hildibrand capture its grandeur and timeless appeal.