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Falconer, North Persia; A Ramble in Persia, 1875. Creator: Armin Vambery
Falconer, North Persia; A Ramble in Persia, 1875. [Horseman with hooded falcon, dagger and hunting dogs. Note decoration on horses bridle]. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates

Approach to Ispahan; A Ramble in Persia, 1875. Creator: Armin Vambery
Approach to Ispahan; A Ramble in Persia, 1875. [The city of Isfahan in Iran]. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London] Belle Sauvage Works.London E.C

Vambery in his Travelling Dress; A Ramble in Persia, 1875. Creator: Armin Vambery
Vambery in his Travelling Dress; A Ramble in Persia, 1875. [Hungarian traveller, author, artist, Turkologist and orientalist Armin Vambery with donkey]. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates

Kurdish Bandits; A Ramble in Persia, 1875. Creator: Armin Vambery
Kurdish Bandits; A Ramble in Persia, 1875. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London] Belle Sauvage Works.London E.C

A Persian in Official Costume; A Ramble in Persia, 1875. Creator: Armin Vambery
A Persian in Official Costume; A Ramble in Persia, 1875. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London] Belle Sauvage Works.London E.C

View near Ispahan; A Ramble in Persia, 1875. Creator: Armin Vambery
View near Ispahan; A Ramble in Persia, 1875. [Camels and ancient building near the city of Isfahan in Iran]. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates

Chinese Imperial Road, Dzungaria; The newly-conquered Russian Province of Dzungaria, 1875. Creator: Armin Vambery
Chinese Imperial Road, Dzungaria; The newly-conquered Russian Province of Dzungaria, 1875. [Northwest China]. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates

Travelling across the Desert of Khiva; Superstitions in Central Asia, 1875. Creator: Armin Vambery
Travelling across the Desert of Khiva; Superstitions in Central Asia, 1875. [The town of Khiva, in what is now Uzbekistan, is bounded by the Karakum and Kyzylkum deserts]

Camel of a Tartar Emigrant; The newly-conquered Russian Province of Dzungaria, 1875. Creator: Armin Vambery
Camel of a Tartar Emigrant; The newly-conquered Russian Province of Dzungaria, 1875. [Transport in Northwest China]. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates

Altdorf at Lake Lucerne, 1850s (wall painting)
7212364 Altdorf at Lake Lucerne, 1850s (wall painting) by Navratil, Josef Mat─øj (1798-1865); Postal Museum, Prague, Czech Republic; (add.info)

Zlata Praha, 1898. Creator: Oliva, Vaclav (1861-1928)
Zlata Praha, 1898. Private Collection

Self-Portrait, 1850s (wall painting)
1275707 Self-Portrait, 1850s (wall painting) by NavrAatil, Josef Matoj (1798-1865); Postal Museum, Prague, Czech Republic; (add.info)

Turin, Monte Superga, 1850s (wall painting)
1275710 Turin, Monte Superga, 1850s (wall painting) by NavrAatil, Josef Matoj (1798-1865); Postal Museum, Prague, Czech Republic; (add.info)

Landscape near Kamyk, 1850s (wall painting)
1275706 Landscape near KamAk, 1850s (wall painting) by NavrAatil, Josef Matoj (1798-1865); Postal Museum, Prague, Czech Republic; (add.info)

Tells Chapel at Vierwaldstattersee (Lake Lucerne), 1850s (wall painting)
1275709 Tells Chapel at VierwaldstAattersee (Lake Lucerne), 1850s (wall painting) by NavrAatil, Josef Matoj (1798-1865); Postal Museum, Prague

Still Life, 1850s (wall painting)
1275708 Still Life, 1850s (wall painting) by NavrAatil, Josef Matoj (1798-1865); Postal Museum, Prague, Czech Republic; (add.info)

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"Exploring the Mysteries of Persia and Beyond: Armin Vambery's Adventurous Journeys" Armin Vambery, a renowned Falconer from North Persia, embarked on an extraordinary journey that took him to the heart of ancient lands. In his captivating book "A Ramble in Persia, " published in 1875, he shared vivid accounts of his travels. One striking image captured by Vambery is titled "Approach to Ispahan. " It transports us back in time, allowing us to witness the grandeur and beauty of this historic city through his eyes. Another portrait reveals Vambery himself dressed for travel – a true explorer ready to conquer new horizons. Vambery encountered various challenges along the way, encountering Kurdish Bandits who tested his courage and resilience. Yet amidst these trials, he also had the privilege of observing a Persian adorned in official costume - a glimpse into their rich cultural heritage. As he ventured further eastward, Vambery chronicled mesmerizing landscapes such as "View near Ispahan. " This painting captures nature's breathtaking beauty with its vibrant colors and serene atmosphere. Not limited to just one region, Vambery also explored beyond Persia. His work "Chinese Imperial Road" takes us deep into Dzungaria - a newly-conquered Russian province at that time. Here we witness the merging of two great empires through this majestic road. Travelling across Central Asia was not without its perils either; superstitions prevailed among locals as depicted by another artwork titled "Travelling across the Desert of Khiva. " These beliefs added an air of mystery and intrigue to his already adventurous journey. Throughout his expeditions, Vambery encountered diverse cultures and witnessed unique lifestyles. One intriguing sight was captured when he stumbled upon a Camel belonging to Tartar Emigrants - symbolizing their nomadic existence within Russia's newly-acquired province.