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Historical Illustration From 1885 Collection

Step back in time with these digitally restored reproductions of historical illustrations from the late 19th century

Background imageHistorical Illustration From 1885 Collection: The Marina in Tunis in 1870, Tunisia, digitally restored reproduction of an original 19th century

The Marina in Tunis in 1870, Tunisia, digitally restored reproduction of an original 19th century painting
1 person, 1900s, 19th-century, accurate, archive, black, black-and-white, black-white, bloom, blossoms, boat, boats, commemorating, commemoration, contemporary, depiction, depictions, detail

Background imageHistorical Illustration From 1885 Collection: Watering place at a fountain at the lake of Tunis, Tunisia, around 1870

Watering place at a fountain at the lake of Tunis, Tunisia, around 1870, digitally restored reproduction of a 19th
1900s, 19th-century, 4 people, accurate, archive, black, black-and-white, black-white, bloom, blossoms, body of water, commemorating, commemoration, contemporary, countryside, depiction, depictions

Background imageHistorical Illustration From 1885 Collection: The Bazaar in Constantinople, Istanbul, Turkey, c. 1866, digitally restored reproduction of an

The Bazaar in Constantinople, Istanbul, Turkey, c. 1866, digitally restored reproduction of an original 19th century
1 person, 1900s, 19th-century, accurate, archive, bazaar, bazar, bazars, black, black-and-white, black-white, bloom, blossoms, commemorating, commemoration, constantinople, contemporary, depiction

Background imageHistorical Illustration From 1885 Collection: Trinity Monastery of St. Sergius, 1870, digitally improved reproduction of original from the 19th

Trinity Monastery of St. Sergius, 1870, digitally improved reproduction of original from the 19th century
1900s, 19th-century, 70, abbey, abbeys, america, archive, black, black-and-white, black-white, bloom, blossoms, building, buildings, canadian, christian, church building, churches, commemorating

Background imageHistorical Illustration From 1885 Collection: Street in Tripoli, Libya, in 1870, digitally restored reproduction of a 19th century original

Street in Tripoli, Libya, in 1870, digitally restored reproduction of a 19th century original
1900s, 19th-century, accurate, archive, black, black-and-white, black-white, bloom, blossoms, commemorating, commemoration, contemporary, depiction, depictions, detail, detail view, details, digital

Background imageHistorical Illustration From 1885 Collection: Trajan's Column in Rome, Italy, in 1870, digitally restored reproduction of a 19th century original

Trajan's Column in Rome, Italy, in 1870, digitally restored reproduction of a 19th century original
1900s, 19th-century, accurate, archive, attraction, attractions, black, black-and-white, black-white, bloom, blossoms, central italy, column, commemorating, commemoration, contemporary, depiction

Background imageHistorical Illustration From 1885 Collection: Tours in the department of Indre-et-Loire in the Centre-Val de Loire region, years 1870

Tours in the department of Indre-et-Loire in the Centre-Val de Loire region, years 1870
1900s, 19th-century, accurate, archive, black, black-and-white, black-white, bloom, blossoms, commemorating, commemoration, contemporary, departement indre-et-loire, depiction, depictions, deserted

Background imageHistorical Illustration From 1885 Collection: Joseph Pitton de Tournefort, 5 June 1656, 28 December 1708, botanist and explorer, France

Joseph Pitton de Tournefort, 5 June 1656, 28 December 1708, botanist and explorer, France
1900s, 19th-century, 5, accurate, archive, black, black-and-white, black-white, bloom, blossoms, botanists, commemorating, commemoration, contemporary, depiction, depictions, deserted, detail

Background imageHistorical Illustration From 1885 Collection: Giuseppe Fortunino Francesco Verd, 9 October or 10 October 1813, 27 January 1901

Giuseppe Fortunino Francesco Verd, 9 October or 10 October 1813, 27 January 1901, Romantic composer, Italy
10, 10th, 9, archive, black, black-and-white, black-white, bloom, blossoms, commemorating, commemoration, composers, contemporary, depiction, depictions, deserted, detail, detail view, details

Background imageHistorical Illustration From 1885 Collection: Port of Toulon, year 1870, digitally restored reproduction of an original 19th century painting

Port of Toulon, year 1870, digitally restored reproduction of an original 19th century painting
1900s, 19th-century, accurate, archive, black, black-and-white, black-white, bloom, blossoms, cities, commemorating, commemoration, contemporary, departement var, depiction, depictions, deserted

Background imageHistorical Illustration From 1885 Collection: Verdun-sur-Meuse in the Grand Est region, France, in 1870, digitally restored reproduction of an

Verdun-sur-Meuse in the Grand Est region, France, in 1870, digitally restored reproduction of an original 19th century
1900s, 19th-century, accurate, archive, black, black-and-white, black-white, bloom, blossoms, commemorating, commemoration, contemporary, depiction, depictions, deserted, detail, detail view

Background imageHistorical Illustration From 1885 Collection: The House of Voltaire in Ferney, c. 1870, digitally restored reproduction of an original 19th

The House of Voltaire in Ferney, c. 1870, digitally restored reproduction of an original 19th century painting
1900s, 19th-century, accurate, archive, auvergne rhone alpes, auvergne-rhone-alpes, black, black-and-white, black-white, bloom, blossoms, building, buildings, commemorating, commemoration


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Step back in time with these digitally restored reproductions of historical illustrations from the late 19th century. Transport yourself to the bustling marina in Tunis, Tunisia, circa 1870. Although the exact original date remains a mystery, this vivid painting captures the vibrant energy and beauty of this North African city. Immerse yourself further into Tunisian culture as you witness a watering place at a fountain by the lake of Tunis. This charming scene, also from around 1870, showcases the daily life and customs of its inhabitants. Traveling eastward to Istanbul, Turkey, we find ourselves amidst the lively Bazaar in Constantinople. Painted approximately in 1866, this artwork provides an enchanting glimpse into one of history's most iconic marketplaces. Venturing north to Russia, we encounter Trinity Monastery of St. Sergius - a grand spiritual haven dating back to 1870. This digitally improved reproduction allows us to appreciate every intricate detail of this magnificent Russian Orthodox monastery. Next on our journey is Tripoli, Libya - captured through an artist's eyes in 1870. The restored reproduction transports us down a street filled with colorful buildings and bustling activity that once characterized this historic city. Our exploration takes us now to Rome where we stand before Trajan's Column - an awe-inspiring monument that has stood tall since ancient times. Though its original date remains unknown like many others featured here, this digital restoration brings it back to life for all admirers of Roman history. Heading westward across Europe brings us to Tours in France's Indre-et-Loire region during the year 1870. Through brushstrokes preserved over time and meticulous digital restoration techniques applied today; we can admire picturesque landscapes that have captivated artists throughout centuries past. Shifting focus towards individuals who shaped history themselves: Joseph Pitton de Tournefort emerges as one such figure—a renowned botanist and explorer hailing from France.