Modern History Collection (page 4)

The Escurial, near Madrid, 1890. Creator: Unknown
The Escurial, near Madrid, 1890. El Escorial, historic residence of the King of Spain, in San Lorenzo de El Escorial. Philip II of Spain engaged Spanish architect Juan Bautista de Toledo on designs

Cardinal Mazarin, c1640-1650, (1890). Creator: Unknown
Cardinal Mazarin, c1640-1650, (1890). Cardinal Jules Mazarin (1602-1661), Italian cardinal, diplomat and politician, who served as the chief minister to the kings of France Louis XIII

William Penn, c1680-1690, (1890). Creator: Unknown
William Penn, c1680-1690, (1890). William Penn (1644-1718) English nobleman, writer, early Quaker, and founder of the English North American colony the Province of Pennsylvania

The Rock of Gibraltar, 1890. Creator: Unknown
The Rock of Gibraltar, 1890. A monolithic limestone promontory located in on the Starits of Gibraltar, with a system of underground passages, known as the Galleries or the Great Siege Tunnels

William the Silent, Prince of Orange, c1560-1580, (1890). Creator: Unknown
William the Silent, Prince of Orange, c1560-1580, (1890). William I, Prince of Orange (1533-1584), leader of the Dutch Revolt by the House of Nassau against the Spanish Habsburgs beginning the Eighty

Quebec, 1890. Creator: Unknown
Quebec, 1890. Quebec on the Saint Lawrence River was founded by French explorer Samuel de Champlain in 1608, From " Cassells Illustrated Universal History, Vol

Sir Walter Raleigh, c1580-1600, (1890). Creator: Unknown
Sir Walter Raleigh, c1580-1600, (1890). Sir Walter Raleigh (c1552-1618), English gentleman, writer, poet, soldier, politician, courtier, spy and explorer in the Elizabethan era

The Battle of Blenheim, (1704), 1890. Creator: Unknown
The Battle of Blenheim, (1704), 1890. Battle of Blenheim on 13 August 1704, was a battle fought at Blindheim in the War of the Spanish Succession, the Duke of Marlborough led allied forces

The Old India Office, London 1803, (1890). Creator: Unknown
The Old India Office, London, 1803, (1890). East India House in Leadenhall Street was the London headquarters of the East India Company, extended by Henry Holland and Richard Jupp in 1796-1800

The Old Bank of England, Looking from the Mansion House, 1890. Creator: Unknown
The Old Bank of England, Looking from the Mansion House, 1890. The Old Bank of England, buit in 1886 by Sir Arthur Blomfield in grand Italianate style

The Room in Edinburgh Castle in Which James VI. Was Born, 1890. Creator: Unknown
The Room in Edinburgh Castle in Which James VI. Was Born, 1890. King James VI of Scotland was born at Edinburgh Castle on 19 June 1566. From " Cassells Illustrated Universal History, Vol

Defeat of the Armada: Thanksgiving Service at St. Paul s, (1558), 1890. Creator: Unknown
Defeat of the Armada: Queen Elizabeth on Her Way to the Thanksgiving Service at St. Paul s, (1558), 1890. 20 August 1588 Thanksgiving Service for Englands Victory over the Spanish Armada which aimed

Mausoleum of Akbar, Secundra, 1890. Creator: Unknown
Mausoleum of Akbar, Secundra, 1890. The tomb of the Mughal emperor, Akbar built in 1605-1613, in Sikandra, a suburb of Agra, Uttar Pradesh. From " Cassells Illustrated Universal History, Vol

Holyrood Palace, Edinburgh, 1890. Creator: Unknown
Holyrood Palace, Edinburgh, 1890. Official residence of the British monarch in Scotland, built c1671-1678 for James V by architect Sir William Bruce with repairs by the Robert Reid c1824-1834

Beachy Head, 1890. Creator: Unknown
Beachy Head, 1890. Beachy Head, the highest chalk sea cliff in Britain. From " Cassells Illustrated Universal History, Vol. IV - Modern History", by Edmund Ollier

Copenhagen, 1890. Creator: Unknown
Copenhagen, 1890. Capital city of Denmark, following plague and fire in the 18th century, the city was redeveloped and during the Danish Golden Age Copenhagens architecture took on a Neoclassical

View Near Ispahan, 1890. Creator: Unknown
View Near Ispahan, 1890. Isfahan flourished from 1050 to 1722 under the Safavid dynasty and is known for its Perso-Islamic architecture

View in Venice: The Molo, 1890. Creator: Unknown
View in Venice: The Molo, 1890. View of Santa Maria della Salute from the Molo or quayside in Venice outside the Doges Palace on the Grand Canal, with two pillars forming a gateway to the sea

Henry IV of France, c1590-1600, (1890). Creator: Unknown
Henry IV of France, c1590-1600, (1890). Henry IV of France (1553-1610) King of France from 1589 to 1610, first monarch from the House of Bourbon, in the Capetian dynasty

Dunkirk, 1890. Creator: Unknown
Dunkirk, 1890. Disputed territory between Spain, the Netherlands, England and France in 16th century, Dunkirk wassold to France by Charles II for £ 320, 000 in 1662

Assassination of Henry, Duke of Guise, (December 1588), 1890. Creator: Unknown
Assassination of Henry, Duke of Guise, (December 1588), 1890. Henry I, Duke of Guise (1550-1588) founded the Catholic League and was a key figure in the French Wars of Religion

The Battle of Lepanto, (1571), 1890. Creator: Unknown
The Battle of Lepanto, (1571), 1890. Naval engagement on 7 October 1571 when a fleet of the Holy League of Pope Pius V led by the John of Austria of the Spanish Empire and the Venetian Republic

Louis XIV, c1680-1690, (1890). Creator: Unknown
Louis XIV, c1680-1690, (1890). Louis XIV (1638-1715), monarch of the House of Bourbon and King of France for 72 years and 110 days. From " Cassells Illustrated Universal History, Vol

Titus Oates in the Pillory, 1685, (1890). Creator: Unknown
Titus Oates in the Pillory, 1685, (1890). Titus Oates (1649-1705) English perjurer who fabricated the " Popish Plot", a Catholic conspiracy to kill King Charles II

The English Fleet Before Cadiz, (1596), 1890. Creator: Unknown
The English Fleet Before Cadiz, (1596), 1890. The Battle of Cadiz, June 20 to July 5, 1596. English naval forces under Francis Drake delayed Spanish plans to invade England

The Royal Palace, Stockholm, 1890. Creator: Unknown
The Royal Palace, Stockholm, 1890. Stockholm Palace, Baroque design by Nicodemus Tessin the Younger, completed in 1754. From " Cassells Illustrated Universal History, Vol

Frederick II the Great (1712-1786). King of Prussia (1740-1786). Parade of the troops before Frederick II. Engraving by Daniel Chodowiecki (1777)

Peter I Alexeievitch the Great (1672-1725). Tsar of Russia (1682-1725). Engraving

Martin Luther, (1483-1546). German reformer. Doctor of Theology and Augustinian priest
Martin Luther (Eisleben 1483-1546). German reformer. Doctor of Theology and Augustinian priest. In 1517, outlined main thesis of Lutheranism in Wittenberg. Was excommunicated in 1520

Martin Luther, (Eisleben, 1483, Eisleben, 1546). German reformer. Doctor of Theology
Martin Luther (Eisleben, 1483, Eisleben, 1546). German reformer. Doctor of Theology and Augustinian priest. In 1517, outlined the main thesis of Lutheranism in Wittenberg

Stanislaus II Poniatowski Augustus (1732-1798). Last King of Poland (1764-1795). Abdicated in 1795 (third division of Poland). Engraving by Treibmann

Bthory, Stephen I (1533-1586). King of Poland (1575-1586). Engraving
B'thory, Stephen I (1533-1586). King of Poland (1575-1586). Engraving

Bathory, Stephen I (1533-1586). King of Poland (1575-1586). Engraving

Stephen I Bathory (1533-1586). King of Poland (1575-1586). Engraving

Augustus II the Strong (1670-1733). Elector of Saxony (1694-1733) and king of Poland (1697-1733). Engraving

Americas, Ecuador, Quito. The Basilica del Voto Nacional, construction began in 1892 and is still underway

POLAND. Wawel castle. Built in the fifteenth century by Casimir III the Great and reconstructed by Sigismund the Elder between 1502 and 1536 after its destruction in a fire in 1499

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"Unveiling the Tapestry of Modern History: A Glimpse into the Past" Step back in time to witness pivotal moments that shaped our modern world. In 1890, an unknown creator captured historical events and figures through captivating imagery. From religious upheaval to political power struggles, these snapshots offer a window into the rich tapestry of human civilization. In Florence, we witness "The Florentines Renouncing The Vanities By Order of Savonarola" in 1493. This powerful image reflects the influence of religious reformers like Savonarola who challenged societal norms and called for spiritual purity. Paracelsus, a renowned physician and alchemist from the 16th century, comes alive through his portrait. Known as Theophrastus Philippus Aureolus Bombastus von Hohenheim, Paracelsus pushed boundaries in medicine and science with his innovative ideas. "The Siege of Silistria" transports us to 1854 during a tumultuous period marked by conflicts between empires. This unknown artist captures the intensity and chaos surrounding this historic event. Cardinal Wolsey's enigmatic presence is felt through his depiction from the early 1500s. As one of Henry VIII's closest advisors, he wielded immense power but ultimately fell from grace due to political intrigues. "The Battle of Plassey" takes us back to colonial India in 1757 when British forces secured their dominance over Bengal. This visual representation sheds light on imperial ambitions that would shape India's destiny for centuries to come. "Puritans Before James I" offers insight into early seventeenth-century England where tensions between religious factions were rife. These Puritan individuals sought religious freedom amidst a changing political landscape under King James I's rule. William III's triumph at "The Battle of Boyne" in 1690 showcases key moments in European history as Protestant forces clashed with Catholic supporters.