Servia Collection

Serbia map
Map of Servia in the 1870s. Printed color lithograph reproduction of a 19th-century illustration

Map of the Herzegovina, Bosnia, Servia and Montenegro (engraving)
1105886 Map of the Herzegovina, Bosnia, Servia and Montenegro (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Map of the Herzegovina, Bosnia, Servia and Montenegro)

'Christmas in Servia -- Preparing the National Dish, 1890. Creator: Unknown
'Christmas in Servia -- Preparing the National Dish, 1890. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 42. July to December, 1890

The Serbo-Bulgarian War Winds Down
Scenes from the ending of the Serbo-Bulgarian War. Serbian families and soldiers read from a list of casualties in Belgrade, and Count Khievenhuller, Austrian diplomatic resident at Belgrade

Battle of Pirot ends, Serbo-Bulgarian War
Serbian soldiers take a last stand at the Battle of Pirot, 26th-27th November 1885, during the Serbo-Bulgarian War. The battle ended with a Bulgarian victory, consolidating their victory in the war

War Preparations, Serbo-Bulgarian War
A battery (cannon) dragged by horses is placed by the Bulgarians on the heights of Pregladista, above Tsaribrod, in preparation for the Battle of Tsaribrod, November 25th 1885

Battle of Pirot, Serbo-Bulgarian War
The Battle of Pirot, 26th-27th November 1885, during the Serbo-Bulgarian War. The battle ended with a Bulgarian victory, consolidating their victory in the war

Cavalry Manoeuvres, Serbo-Bulgarian War
Bulgarian forces perform cavalry manoeuvres before Prince Alexander at Mala Tirnova. We see a line of horses lying down with soldiers taking cover behind them, pointing their guns outward

Summoning reserves, Bulgaria, Serbo-Bulgarian War
Army reserves are recruited in a small Bulgarian town for the defence of Sofia in the Serbo-Bulgarian war. We see an officer blowing a horn, and soldiers marching away from their rural town

Battle of Tsaribrod, Serbo-Bulgarian War
The battle of Tsaribod, November 23, 1885, Serbo-Bulgarian War. We see a caravan of soldiers headed to the frontlines, with officers at the rear

Bulgarian HQ, Dragoman Pass
Bulgarian headquarters at the Dragoman Pass on the morning of November 23, 1885. The Bulgarians had recaptured the Pass the previous day

Dragoman Pass re-captured, Serbo-Bulgarian War
The Dragoman Pass, recaptured by the Bulgarians from the Serbians, November 22nd 1885. we see bodies lying partially covered, and a horse bolting

Serbian Encampment, Serbo-Bulgarian War
Images of the Serbian encampment at Nisch during the Serbo-Bulgarian War of 1885. The war lasted two weeks from 14th - 28th November

Bulgarian Outpost, Serbo-Bulgarian War
5 soldiers sit in a circle eating and drinking at a Bulgarian outpost near Hermanli, Eastern Rumelia, in the Serbo-Bulgarian War

Coronation service of King Peter of Serbia in St. Michael's Cathedral in Belgrade. Date: 21st September 1904

Peter I of Serbia (1844 - 1921), last king of Serbia, reigning from 15 June 1903 to 1 December 1918. Date: 1904

The Eastern Question, the British National Society in Servia (engraving)
1053979 The Eastern Question, the British National Society in Servia (engraving) by Durand, Godefroy (1832-1896); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Eastern Question)

The War between Servia and Bulgaria (engraving)
1041273 The War between Servia and Bulgaria (engraving) by Durand, Godefroy (1832-1896); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War between Servia and Bulgaria)

Scene in a Wood, near Tesica, Servia (engraving)
1053804 Scene in a Wood, near Tesica, Servia (engraving) by Durand, Godefroy (1832-1896); Private Collection; (add.info.: Scene in a Wood, near Tesica, Servia)

Russian Officers leaving St Petersburg for Servia (engraving)
1053814 Russian Officers leaving St Petersburg for Servia (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Russian Officers leaving St Petersburg for Servia)

The War between Servia and Bulgaria, Servian Artillery crossing the Ploca Mountains in a Snowstorm (engraving)
1623097 The War between Servia and Bulgaria, Servian Artillery crossing the Ploca Mountains in a Snowstorm (engraving) by Schonberg

The War, the Fleet of Steamers hired by the Government as Transports to convey the Troops to South Africa (litho)
1043230 The War, the Fleet of Steamers hired by the Government as Transports to convey the Troops to South Africa (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War)

The War between Servia and Bulgaria, looking out for Wounded Relatives at a Wayside Station on the Nisch-Belgrade
1041310 The War between Servia and Bulgaria, looking out for Wounded Relatives at a Wayside Station on the Nisch-Belgrade Railway (engraving) by Villiers

The War between Servia and Bulgaria, Notes in Philippopolis, the Capital of Eastern Roumelia (engraving)
1041259 The War between Servia and Bulgaria, Notes in Philippopolis, the Capital of Eastern Roumelia (engraving) by English School

The War between Servia and Bulgaria, a Bulgarian Outpost near Hermanli, Eastern Roumelia (engraving)
1041258 The War between Servia and Bulgaria, a Bulgarian Outpost near Hermanli, Eastern Roumelia (engraving) by Nash, Joseph (d.1922); Private Collection; (add.info)

Baron Mundy (engraving)
1053836 Baron Mundy (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Baron Mundy, Director of the Ambulances in Servia)

The Armistice between Servia and Bulgaria, Bulgarian Volunteers disbanding at Rustchuck (engraving)
1061802 The Armistice between Servia and Bulgaria, Bulgarian Volunteers disbanding at Rustchuck (engraving) by English School

Sewing Machine, Servia (chromolitho)
2775810 Sewing Machine, Servia (chromolitho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sewing Machine, Servia.); Look and Learn / Barbara Loe Collection

The War between Servia and Bulgaria (engraving)
1614402 The War between Servia and Bulgaria (engraving) by Schonberg, Johann Nepomuk (1780-1863) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War between Servia and Bulgaria)

Cunard Steamship Company (colour litho)
6032915 Cunard Steamship Company (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cunard Steamship Company)

Serbia, 1915 (colour litho)
472964 Serbia, 1915 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dancing girl representing Serbia; from a series of Dancing Girls of the World)

European Dancers, cigarette cards, 1915 (colour litho) (see also 473602)
473603 European Dancers, cigarette cards, 1915 (colour litho) (see also 473602) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Princess Karageorgevitch at the Villa Fiorentiana, Cannes
Princess Karageorgevitch of Serbia in the grounds of her beautiful Riviera home, the Villa Fiorentina, at Cannes. Considered one of the most impressive villas in the area

Election Scene in Servia, under the New Constitution (engraving)
1595893 Election Scene in Servia, under the New Constitution (engraving) by Schonberg, Johann Nepomuk (1780-1863) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Election Scene in Servia)

The Armistice, Distressed Refugees camping near Paratjin, Servia (engraving)
1602608 The Armistice, Distressed Refugees camping near Paratjin, Servia (engraving) by Robinson, Charles (1840-81); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Armistice)

The War between Servia and Bulgaria (engraving)
1041301 The War between Servia and Bulgaria (engraving) by Villiers, Frederic (1851-1922) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War between Servia and Bulgaria)

The War between Servia and Bulgaria, Cavalry Manoeuvres before Prince Alexander at Mala Tirnova (engraving)
1041293 The War between Servia and Bulgaria, Cavalry Manoeuvres before Prince Alexander at Mala Tirnova (engraving) by Piotrowski

Monument to Russian Volunteers at Rujevatz, Servia (engraving)
1107017 Monument to Russian Volunteers at Rujevatz, Servia (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Monument to Russian Volunteers at Rujevatz, Servia)

A Meeting of the New Constitutional Parliament at Belgrade, Servia (engraving)
1046730 A Meeting of the New Constitutional Parliament at Belgrade, Servia (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The War in the East, Sketches in Bulgaria and Servia (engraving)
1053750 The War in the East, Sketches in Bulgaria and Servia (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War in the East, Sketches in Bulgaria and Servia)

The Recent War between Servia and Bulgaria, a Bulgarian Sentinel on Duty (engraving)
1061798 The Recent War between Servia and Bulgaria, a Bulgarian Sentinel on Duty (engraving) by Piotrowski, Maksymiljan Antoni (1813-75); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Review of the Troops before King Alexander I, at Zaitcha, Servia, the March Past of the Infantry (engraving)
1046777 The Review of the Troops before King Alexander I, at Zaitcha, Servia, the March Past of the Infantry (engraving) by English School

Scenes along the Danube, Iron Gates District (engraving)
1044092 Scenes along the Danube, Iron Gates District (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Scenes along the Danube, Iron Gates District)

The War in Servia, Mourning for the Dead, a Street Scene at Belgrade (engraving)
1602514 The War in Servia, Mourning for the Dead, a Street Scene at Belgrade (engraving) by Paget, Walter (1863-1935); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War in Servia, Mourning for the Dead)

Sewing Machine, Servia (chromolitho)
2775816 Sewing Machine, Servia (chromolitho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sewing Machine, Servia.); Look and Learn / Barbara Loe Collection

Flags of All Nations and the United States of America - Pages 23 & 24
1272289 Flags of All Nations and the United States of America - Pages 23 & 24, 1887 (colour litho) by Harris, George S. & Sons (1823-91)

The War between Servia and Bulgaria, the Fight at Pirot (engraving)
1614478 The War between Servia and Bulgaria, the Fight at Pirot (engraving) by Woodville, Richard Caton II (1856-1927) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War between Servia and Bulgaria)

Montenegrin Emigrants in Servia (engraving)
1596362 Montenegrin Emigrants in Servia (engraving) by Schonberg, Johann Nepomuk (1780-1863) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Montenegrin Emigrants in Servia)

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"Unveiling the Rich History of Servia: A Journey through Serbia's Past" Step into the captivating world as we explore its historical significance and remarkable events. From ancient times to modern conflicts, this land has witnessed countless tales that shaped its identity. Embark on a visual tour with us, starting from the detailed map of Serbia, showcasing its diverse landscapes and regions. Moving further, we encounter an engraving depicting the Map of Herzegovina, Bosnia, Servia, and Montenegro - a testament to the interconnectedness of these lands. Delving deeper into history, we uncover moments from the Serbo-Bulgarian War. The Battle of Pirot concludes amidst intense war preparations and cavalry maneuvers. Witness how both sides summon reserves in their quest for victory. The Battle of Tsaribrod emerges as a pivotal moment in this conflict. Bulgarian headquarters at Dragoman Pass becomes a focal point before being recaptured by Serbian forces. Immerse yourself in the atmosphere within Serbian encampments during this tumultuous time. As our journey comes to an end, let us reflect on Servia's resilience throughout history. Its rich tapestry is woven with triumphs and challenges that have molded it into what it is today – a nation proud of its heritage. Join us as we unravel these hidden gems from Servia's past – reminding ourselves that understanding history allows us to appreciate the present even more deeply.