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Ill River Collection

The Ill River, flowing through the picturesque old town of Petite France in Strasbourg, holds a rich historical significance

Background imageIll River Collection: Production of the plague vaccine at the Pasteur Institute in Paris, here Emile Roux, France

Production of the plague vaccine at the Pasteur Institute in Paris, here Emile Roux, France, Historical
1 person, 1900s, 19th-century, art work, arts, artwork, artworks, black, black-and-white, black-white, depiction, depictions, digital, digitally, drawing, drawings, drawn, early, europe's, genus

Background imageIll River Collection: The spa doctor receives his patients in Thuringia, Germany, Historic

The spa doctor receives his patients in Thuringia, Germany, Historic, digitally restored reproduction of an original
1900s, 19th-century, art work, arts, artwork, artworks, black, black-and-white, black-white, cure, depiction, depictions, digital, digitally, disease, diseased, diseases, drawing, drawings, drawn

Background imageIll River Collection: At the Sickbed, Mother Watching at the Bedside of the Sick Child, 1881, France, Historic

At the Sickbed, Mother Watching at the Bedside of the Sick Child, 1881, France, Historic
1900s, 19th-century, arts, bed, beds, building, buildings, children, clinic, clinical centre, complaint, complaints, depiction, depictions, digital, digitally, disease, diseased, diseases

Background imageIll River Collection: Bei der Dorfsybille, Prophetin, 1881, Germany, Historic, digital reproduction of an original

Bei der Dorfsybille, Prophetin, 1881, Germany, Historic, digital reproduction of an original 19th-century original
1900s, 19th-century, 3 people, america, american, complaint, complaints, digital, digitally, disease, diseased, diseases, ecological, ecologically, ecology, environmental, europe's, female

Background imageIll River Collection: Brehmer's Sanatorium, late 1870, in Goerbersdorf, now Sokolowsko, Poland, History

Brehmer's Sanatorium, late 1870, in Goerbersdorf, now Sokolowsko, Poland, History
1900s, 19th-century, art work, arts, artwork, artworks, black, black-and-white, black-white, building, buildings, clinic, clinical centre, cure, depiction, depictions, deserted, digital, digitally

Background imageIll River Collection: The Danube at Strasbourg (w/c on paper)

The Danube at Strasbourg (w/c on paper)
490274 The Danube at Strasbourg (w/c on paper) by Peellaert, Philippe Auguste de (1793-1876); Groeningemuseum, Bruges, Belgium; © Art in Flanders

Background imageIll River Collection: ENA (National School of Administation) campus in Strasbourg with the Vauban Dam in the background

ENA (National School of Administation) campus in Strasbourg with the Vauban Dam in the background, France

Background imageIll River Collection: Ill River and Quai de la Bruche, old town Petite France, UNESCO World Heritage Site

Ill River and Quai de la Bruche, old town Petite France, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Strasbourg, Alsace, France, Europe

Background imageIll River Collection: FRANCE-Alsace (Haut Rhin)-Strasbourg: St. Nicholas Church and Ill River / Evening

FRANCE-Alsace (Haut Rhin)-Strasbourg: St. Nicholas Church and Ill River / Evening
FRANCE, Alsace (Haut Rhin), Strasbourg: St. Nicholas Church and Ill River / Evening

Background imageIll River Collection: FRANCE-Alsace (Haut Rhin)-Strasbourg: Evening View along the Ponts Couverts & Ill River

FRANCE-Alsace (Haut Rhin)-Strasbourg: Evening View along the Ponts Couverts & Ill River
FRANCE, Alsace (Haut Rhin), Strasbourg: Evening View along the Ponts Couverts & Ill River


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The Ill River, flowing through the picturesque old town of Petite France in Strasbourg, holds a rich historical significance. In the 19th century, amidst a time plagued by diseases such as the plague, the Pasteur Institute in Paris played a pivotal role in producing vaccines to combat these deadly illnesses. Emile Roux's tireless efforts at this renowned institute contributed greatly to saving countless lives. Meanwhile, across borders in Thuringia, Germany, a spa doctor diligently attended to his patients seeking solace and healing. This historic scene from the 1800s showcases the dedication and care provided by medical professionals during challenging times. In another corner of France during that era, a mother anxiously watched over her sick child's bedside. The emotional painting captures both vulnerability and strength as she navigates through uncertain times with unwavering love. Germany too had its share of mysticism as depicted in "Bei der Dorfsybille, " where an enigmatic prophetess captivates viewers with her foresight into unknown realms. Such figures often held great influence within their communities during that period. Brehmer's Sanatorium stands tall as an emblematic institution established late in the 1870s in Goerbersdorf (now Sokolowsko), Poland. This sanatorium offered hope for those suffering from various ailments and marked significant progress towards modern healthcare practices. Back along the banks lies Strasbourg's enchanting beauty showcased through watercolor paintings capturing its essence throughout different seasons - be it vibrant evenings or serene winter landscapes adorned by St. Nicholas Church and charming houses nestled on its shores. Today, Strasbourg continues to thrive with institutions like ENA shaping future leaders against the backdrop of Vauban Dam standing proudly alongside Ill River. As we admire these digitally restored reproductions from the 19th century, they serve as reminders of our shared history and resilience against adversity while celebrating UNESCO World Heritage Sites that have stood the test of time.