Palos Collection

Ranchos Palos Verdes, California, USA Ranchos Palos Verdes, California, USA at Point Vicente Light

Embarkation of Christopher Columbus at Palos de la Frontera
Discovery of America. Embarkation of Christopher Columbus at Palos de la Frontera (Spain), on August 3, 1492. Engraving. Museo Militar, 1883. Later colouration. Date: 2020

The Departure of Columbus from Palos in 1492, 1855 (oil on canvas)
1763748 The Departure of Columbus from Palos in 1492, 1855 (oil on canvas) by Leutze, Emanuel Gottlieb (1816-68); 121.9x183.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; German, out of copyright

Columbus demanding Hospitality at La Rabida Monastery
Christopher Columbus demanding Hospitality at the door of La Rabida Monastery. Columbus stands at the door to the monastery with his son, demanding hospitality from the three monks at the entrance

Columbus at the La Rabida Monastery in Palos Spain 1475. Christopher Columbus (1451-1506) sits talking to his young son Diego

Columbus leaving Palos on First Voyage 3 August 1492; Christopher Columbus in a crowd at Palos harbour, receiving blessings of a monk. Date: 1492

The Embarkation of Columbus at Palos 3 August 1492
The embarkation of Columbus at Palos, 3 August 1492. Christopher Columbus (1451-1506) kneeling at stern of boat with crew, receiving blessing from monk, with various onlookers and weeping women

The Columbus Celebrations at Palos, Spain (engraving)
1603706 The Columbus Celebrations at Palos, Spain (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Columbus Celebrations at Palos, Spain)

The Celebration of the Four Hundredth Anniversary of the Sailing of Columbus for America (engraving)
1047549 The Celebration of the Four Hundredth Anniversary of the Sailing of Columbus for America (engraving) by Nash, Joseph (d.1922); Private Collection; (add.info)

Columbian Monument projected by Jose Marin Baldo, at the Mouth of the Odiel River near Palos (engraving)
663801 Columbian Monument projected by Jose Marin Baldo, at the Mouth of the Odiel River near Palos (engraving) by English School

Christopher Columbus setting off from Palos on his voyage to discover America, 1492 (chromolitho)
3105623 Christopher Columbus setting off from Palos on his voyage to discover America, 1492 (chromolitho) by French School

Columbus with the Prior of La Rabida go to Palos
LLM454436 Columbus with the Prior of La Rabida go to Palos by Puiggari, Ramon (1820-1903); Private Collection; (add.info.: Columbus with the Prior of La Rabida go to Palos)

Christopher Columbus (1451 - 1506), navigator, oil painting Royal Pragmatic Reading in the Church of Palos

A Greek sailors wedding, Pylos, Greece, 1938

Detail of Mycenaean bronze dagger found in a tholos tomb, 16th century
Detail of Mycenaean bronze dagger, inlaid with gold, silver and niello, showing natuli. It was found in a tholos tomb in Pylos, and is now in the National Museum in Athens, 16th century

Mycenaean amphora with plant forms, 15th century
Mycenaean amphora with plant forms, in Palace Style, from Pylos. In the National Museum in Athens, 15th century

Spain. La Rabida Monastery. Colored engraving
Spain. Andalusia. La Rabida Monastery. Franciscan monastery. Colored engraving. 19th century

CHRISTOPHER COLUMBUS (1451-1506). Italian navigator. Columbus departing from Palos, Spain, on 3 August 1492. Lithograph, American, 1893, after Victor A. Searles

Picture No. 11071768
Seascape at dawn sunrise with island - Cabo de Palos, Murcis, Spain. Date:

Christopher Columbus about to embark for the New World from Palos, Spain, 8 August 1492. Women and children sad at departure of loved ones. Print c1860. Exploration Discovery America

Port of Palos in Andalusia, from Theatrum Orbis Terrarum by Abraham Ortelius, 1570
Cartography, 16th century. The port of Palos in Andalusia. From Theatrum Orbis Terrarum by Abraham Ortelius (1528-1598), Antwerp, 1570

ROLDAN, Jos頨1808-1871). Christopher Columbus
ROLDAN, Jos頨 1808-1871). Christopher Columbus. 1871. Oil on canvas. SPAIN. Palos de la Frontera. La Rᢩ da Monastery

SPAIN. Palos de la Frontera. La Rᢩda Monastery
SPAIN. Palos de la Frontera. La Rᢩ da Monastery.. Statue of Christopher Columbus next to the Monastery of La Rᢩ da. Sculpture on bronze

COLUMBUS, ChrIstopher (1451-1506). Sailor at the Catholic Monarchs service, discoverer of America in 1492. Departure of the three caravels from Palos harbour on 3rd August 1492

SPAIN. Palos de la Frontera. La R bida Monastery.. Departure of the three caravels from the Palos harbour

Columbus arrives to the Monastery of La Rᢩda
Columbus arrives to the Monastery of La Rᢩ da with his son Diego in 1485. Oil on canvas. SPAIN. Palos de la Frontera. La Rᢩ da Monastery

COLUMBUS: DEPARTURE, 1492. The departure of Christopher Columbus from Palos, Spain, on 3 August 1492 (the presence of Ferdinand of Aragon and Isabella of Castile is symbolic and was not actual)

CHRISTOPHER COLUMBUS Columbus departing from Palos, Spain, on 3 August 1492. Line engraving, American, 1893

Card Series 5
He equips a fleet of three vessels at the port of Palos, and sets sail for the New World despite the doubts and fears of his crew. Date: 1446 - 1506

EXPL2A-00067
Departure of Columbuss first expedition from Palos, Spain, 1492. Printed color lithograph of a painting by Ricardo Balaca

Lorgues / Leaves for Palos
Columbus leaves La Rabida for Palos, accompanied by the Prior

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"Palos: The Historic Gateway to Columbus' Voyage of Discovery" Step back in time and immerse yourself in the captivating history of Palos, a small town on the southwestern coast of Spain. Known as the embarkation point for Christopher Columbus' monumental voyage to America, Palos holds an indelible place in maritime history. In 1492, amidst great anticipation and excitement, Christopher Columbus set sail from Palos de la Frontera. This momentous event marked the beginning of a new era, forever changing the course of human civilization. As he boarded his ship at Palos' harbor, one can only imagine the mix of emotions that surged through Columbus – determination, curiosity, and perhaps even trepidation. Prior to departure, Columbus sought hospitality at La Rabida Monastery situated near Palos. It was here that he found solace and support from its prior before embarking on his daring expedition. The monastery's tranquil surroundings provided him with moments of contemplation and spiritual guidance before setting off into uncharted waters. The departure itself was a sight to behold – ships adorned with flags fluttering proudly against the wind as they sailed away from Palos towards their unknown destination. On August 3rd, 1492, under clear skies and with hearts full of hope and anticipation for what lay ahead, Columbus bid farewell to his homeland. Over time, these historic events have been commemorated through various artistic representations. Paintings like "The Departure of Columbus from Palos in 1492" capture the grandeur and significance of this pivotal moment in world history. Engravings such as "The Celebration of Four Hundredth Anniversary" pay homage to both Columbus himself and those who followed in his footsteps. To honor this remarkable legacy further still stands the Columbian Monument projected by Jose Marin Baldo near the mouth of Odiel River close to Palos—a testament to humanity's insatiable thirst for exploration and discovery.