Nikolai Von Astudin Collection

Der Drachenfels, 1923. Creator: Nikolai of Astudin
Der Drachenfels, 1923. 12th century Drachenfels castle on the hill of the same name in the Siebengebirge mountains on east bank of the Middle Rhine, From " Bilder vom Rhein"

Die Godesburg, (Godesburg Castle), 1923. Creator: Nikolai of Astudin
Die Godesburg, (Godesburg Castle), 1923. 13th century castle in Bad Godesberg, destroyed during siege in 1583 in the Cologne War, rebuilt in 1959 to plans by Gottfried Bohm

Rolandseck - Insel Nonnenwerth und Siebenebirge, 1923. Creator: Nikolai of Astudin
Rolandseck - Insel Nonnenwerth und Siebenebirge, 1923. Rolandseck, Nonnenwerth island and the Siebenebirge mountains. From " Bilder vom Rhein", by Nikolai of Astudin. [Hoursch & Bechstedt

Coblenz und Ehrenbreitstein, (Coblenz and Ehrenbreitstein Fortress), 1923. Creator
Coblenz und Ehrenbreitstein, (Coblenz and Ehrenbreitstein Fortress), 1923. Built as the backbone of the regional fortification system by Prussia between 1817 and 1828. UNESCO World Heritage Site

Braubach und die Marksburg, (Braubach and Marksburg Castle), 1923. Creator: Nikolai of Astudin
Braubach und die Marksburg, (Braubach and Marksburg Castle), 1923. Marksburg castle above the town of Braubach in Rhineland-Palatinate

Burg Katz mit Blick auf die Loreley, (Katz Castle overlooking Lorelei), 1923. Creator
Burg Katz mit Blick auf die Loreley, (Katz Castle overlooking Lorelei), 1923. Built around 1371 by Count William II of Katzenelnbogen above Sankt Goarshausen

Ruine Rheinfels, (Rheinfels Castle), 1923. Creator: Nikolai of Astudin
Ruine Rheinfels, (Rheinfels Castle), 1923. Rheinfels Castle ruin on left (west) bank of the Rhine in Sankt Goar, Germany. From " Bilder vom Rhein", by Nikolai of Astudin

Die Loreley, (Lorelei), 1923. Creator: Nikolai of Astudin
Die Loreley, (Lorelei), 1923. Lorelei is a steep slate rock on the right bank of the River Rhine in the Rhine Gorge (or Middle Rhine) at Sankt Goarshausen in Germany

Oberwesel, 1923. Creator: Nikolai of Astudin
Oberwesel, 1923. UNESCO World Heritage Site. From " Bilder vom Rhein", by Nikolai of Astudin. [Hoursch & Bechstedt. Koln, 1923]

Burg Gutenfels mit Blick auf Oberwesel, (Gutenfels Castle overlooking Oberwesel), 1923. Gutenfels Castle also known as Caub Castle, was built in 1220. UNESCO World Heritage Site

Caub, Gutenfels and Pfalz, (Gutenfels Castle), 1923. Creator: Nikolai of Astudin
Caub, Gutenfels and Pfalz, (Gutenfels Castle), 1923. Gutenfels Castle also known as Caub Castle, was built in 1220 and was used with the toll castle, Pfalzgrafenstein Castle

Bacharach, 1923. Creator: Nikolai of Astudin
Bacharach, 1923. From " Bilder vom Rhein", by Nikolai of Astudin. [Hoursch & Bechstedt. Koln, 1923]

Burg Rheinstein, (Rheinstein Castle), 1923. Creator: Nikolai of Astudin
Burg Rheinstein, (Rheinstein Castle), 1923. Castle near the town of Trechtingshausen in Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany. Constructed in about 1316/1317

Ruine Ehrenfels, (Ehrenfels Castle), 1923. Creator: Nikolai of Astudin
Ruine Ehrenfels, 1923. Ruined castle above the Rhine Gorge near the town of Rudesheim am Rhein in Hesse, Germany. Damaged in the Thirty Years War

Der Mauseturm, (Mouse Tower), 1923. Creator: Nikolai of Astudin
Der Mauseturm, (Mouse Tower), 1923. From " Bilder vom Rhein", by Nikolai of Astudin. [Hoursch & Bechstedt. Koln, 1923]

Bingen, 1923. Creator: Nikolai of Astudin
Bingen, 1923. From " Bilder vom Rhein", by Nikolai of Astudin. [Hoursch & Bechstedt. Koln, 1923]

Das Niederwalddenkmal, 1923. Creator: Nikolai of Astudin
Das Niederwalddenkmal, 1923. Niederwalddenkmal is a monument located on Niederwald in Hesse, Germany. It overlooks the valley of the Rhine

Mainz, 1923. Creator: Nikolai of Astudin
Mainz, 1923. From " Bilder vom Rhein", by Nikolai of Astudin. [Hoursch & Bechstedt. Koln, 1923]

Koln, 1923. Creator: Nikolai of Astudin
Koln, 1923. From " Bilder vom Rhein", by Nikolai of Astudin. [Hoursch & Bechstedt. Koln, 1923]

Rudesheim, 1923. Creator: Nikolai of Astudin
Rudesheim, 1923. Rudesheim am Rhein, German winemaking town in the Rhine Gorge, and UNESCO World Heritage Site. From " Bilder vom Rhein", by Nikolai of Astudin. [Hoursch & Bechstedt

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"Nikolai von Astudin: Capturing the Majestic Rhine Valley in 1923" Step into a time machine and embark on a visual journey through the lens of Nikolai von Astudin, an extraordinary creator who immortalized the beauty of Germany's Rhine Valley in 1923. With his camera as his paintbrush, he painted breathtaking landscapes that still leave us in awe today. In "Der Drachenfels, " Nikolai transports us to this iconic peak with its legendary dragon lore. The misty atmosphere adds an air of mystery to this enchanting photograph, showcasing his talent for capturing both natural and mythical wonders. Moving along the riverbanks, we encounter "Die Godesburg. " This medieval fortress stands tall against the sky, evoking feelings of strength and resilience. Nikolai's attention to detail allows us to appreciate every stone and turret that make up this historical gem. Continuing our exploration, we arrive at "Rolandseck - Insel Nonnenwerth und Siebengebirge. " Here, Nikolai captures not only the serene beauty of nature but also the harmony between man-made structures and their surroundings, and is as if time has stood still since he pressed that shutter button. As we venture further downriver, Coblenz beckons with its magnificent fortress known as Ehrenbreitstein. Through Nikolai's lens, we witness its grandeur against a backdrop of rolling hills—a testament to human ingenuity standing proudly amidst nature's splendor. "Braubach und die Marksburg" takes us back in time once again. The medieval town nestled beneath Marksburg Castle exudes charm from every corner. Thanks to Nikolai's skillful composition, we can almost hear echoes from centuries past whispering through these ancient walls. Our eyes are then drawn towards "Burg Katz mit Blick auf die Loreley. " Perched high above the Rhine, Katz Castle overlooks the legendary Lorelei rock.