Christiania Collection

Au bord du fjord de Christiania, 1895. Creator: Monet, Claude (1840-1926)
Au bord du fjord de Christiania, 1895. Private Collection

Akers river, 1839 (painting)
8701483 Akers river, 1839 (painting) by Fearnley, Thomas (1802-42); 26x39 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Painting by Thomas Fearnley (1802-42)); Photo © O. Vaering.

Carl Johan's Gade with Grand Hotel
2909921 Carl Johan's Gade with Grand Hotel; (add.info.: Carl Johan's Gade with Grand Hotel, Oslo (Christiania), Norway 1890.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Photograph of the Hardanger Glacier, with two men on skis viewing the scene. Captioned, A Chain of Ice-Hills: A Future Haunt of the Winter Sports Enthusiast'

From Akers River, 1901 (oil on canvas)
OVR370099 From Akers River, 1901 (oil on canvas) by Thaulow, Fritz (1847-1906); 54x66 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Fra Akerselven; ); Photo © O. Vaering

Christiania and surroundings from the Egeberget, 1818 (oil on canvas)
5906505 Christiania and surroundings from the Egeberget, 1818 (oil on canvas) by Munch, Jacob Edward (1776-1839); 81x109 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Nybro, Akerselva, 1883
7176997 Nybro, Akerselva, 1883 by Munthe, Gerhard Peter Frantz Vilhelm (1849-1929); 67x101 cm; Private Collection; Photo © O. Vaering

Untitled, 1897 (oil on canvas)
OVR370897 Untitled, 1897 (oil on canvas) by Thaulow, Fritz (1847-1906); 51x61 cm; Private Collection; Photo © O. Vaering

Factories by the Akers River (Kristiania / Oslo), 1890 (oil on canvas)
OVR364970 Factories by the Akers River (Kristiania/ Oslo), 1890 (oil on canvas) by Thaulow, Fritz (1847-1906); 73x92 cm; Private Collection; Photo © O. Vaering

From Gronland (Kristiania / Oslo), 1888 (oil on panel)
OVR364964 From Gronland (Kristiania/ Oslo), 1888 (oil on panel) by Thaulow, Fritz (1847-1906); Private Collection; Photo © O. Vaering

The King of Sweden Leaving Christiania for Drontheim, to be Crowned King of Norway (engraving)
3638075 The King of Sweden Leaving Christiania for Drontheim, to be Crowned King of Norway (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The members of the expedition, after their return to Christiania (b / w photo)
3638778 The members of the expedition, after their return to Christiania (b/w photo) by Norwegian Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The members of the expedition)

The Duke of the Abruzzis Polar Expedition, the "Stella Polare"lying off Christiania (litho)
1051920 The Duke of the Abruzzis Polar Expedition, the " Stella Polare" lying off Christiania (litho) by English School

The Constitutional Crisis in Norway, View of the Court at Christiania in which the Norwegian Ministry is being
1044528 The Constitutional Crisis in Norway, View of the Court at Christiania in which the Norwegian Ministry is being impeached (engraving) by English School

Stockholm (chromolitho)
961317 Stockholm (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Stockholm. 156, 500 inhabitants. French postcard, circa 19th century.); © Look and Learn

The Royal Swedish Marriage, Reception of the Crown Prince of Sweden and Norway and his Bride at Christiania (engraving)
1060595 The Royal Swedish Marriage, Reception of the Crown Prince of Sweden and Norway and his Bride at Christiania (engraving) by English School

Commencement of the Norwegian Railway at Christiania (engraving)
1102226 Commencement of the Norwegian Railway at Christiania (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Commencement of the Norwegian Railway at Christiania)

Dr Fridtjof Nansen (chromolitho)
2790414 Dr Fridtjof Nansen (chromolitho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dr Fridtjof Nansen)

King Haakon VII and Queen Maud of Norway receiving a delegation of Norwegian peasants (colour litho)
2796004 King Haakon VII and Queen Maud of Norway receiving a delegation of Norwegian peasants (colour litho) by French School

Street scene, Christiania, Oslo, Norway
Vintage 19th century photograph: Street scene, Christiania, Oslo, Norway

View - harbour of Christiania, now Oslo, capital of Norway
Vintage 19th century photograph: View of the harbour at Christiania, now Oslo, capital of Norway

Carl Johans Street, Christiania, Oslo, Norway
Vintage 19th century photograph: Carl Johans Street, Christiania, Oslo, Norway

Norway: Old Canal, Christiania (colour litho)
5989951 Norway: Old Canal, Christiania (colour litho) by Jungman, Nico (1872-1935); Private Collection; (add.info.: Old Canal, Christiania)

A Cruise of Naval Volunteers, Trip to Norway (engraving)
1590241 A Cruise of Naval Volunteers, Trip to Norway (engraving) by Robinson, Charles (1840-81); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Cruise of Naval Volunteers, Trip to Norway)

The Swedish Jubilee (b / w photo)
1597898 The Swedish Jubilee (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Swedish Jubilee. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 18 September 1897)

Norwegian "Ski"or Snow-Shoe Racing near Christiania (engraving)
1604611 Norwegian " Ski" or Snow-Shoe Racing near Christiania (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Ski Sports, 1905 (colour litho)
STC364693 Ski Sports, 1905 (colour litho) by Jungman, Nico (1872-1935); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

The Vikings Ship (engraving)
6025261 The Vikings Ship (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Vikings Ship. Illustration for Norwegian Pictures drawn with Pen)

Norway: Bird s-eye View of Christiania (colour litho)
5989953 Norway: Bird s-eye View of Christiania (colour litho) by Jungman, Nico (1872-1935); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bird s-eye View of Christiania)

Marriage of the Crown Prince of Denmark with Princess Louisa of Sweden (engraving)
1104160 Marriage of the Crown Prince of Denmark with Princess Louisa of Sweden (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Second Norwegian Polar Expedition in the Fram (b / w photo)
1063460 The Second Norwegian Polar Expedition in the Fram (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Steam-Ship Angelo, of the Wilson Line (Hull and Christiania) (engraving)
1589233 The Steam-Ship Angelo, of the Wilson Line (Hull and Christiania) (engraving) by Tozer, Henry Spernon (c.1870-1940); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Steam-Ship Angelo)

Norway Illustrated (engraving)
1062112 Norway Illustrated (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Norway Illustrated)

Christiania (engraving)
966657 Christiania (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Christiania. Illustration for The World its Cities and Peoples by Edwin Hopper (Cassell)

The Polar Expedition of the Duke of Abruzzi (colour litho)
2798354 The Polar Expedition of the Duke of Abruzzi (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Polar Expedition of the Duke of Abruzzi)

Arms of Christiania (chromolitho)
2810212 Arms of Christiania (chromolitho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Christiania. Illustration for one of a set of cards on the theme of Arms of Foreign Cities)

Norway: The Houses of Parliament (Storthing), Christiania (colour litho)
5989945 Norway: The Houses of Parliament (Storthing), Christiania (colour litho) by Jungman, Nico (1872-1935); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Houses of Parliament (Storthing), Christiania

Norway: Ski Sports, the Great Holmencollen Day outside Christiania (colour litho)
5989939 Norway: Ski Sports, the Great Holmencollen Day outside Christiania (colour litho) by Jungman, Nico (1872-1935); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ski Sports)

The Storthings-Hus, Parliament House, Christiania (engraving)
6025252 The Storthings-Hus, Parliament House, Christiania (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Storthings-Hus, Parliament House, Christiania)

The New Storthing House, Christiania, Norway (engraving)
1619947 The New Storthing House, Christiania, Norway (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The New Storthing House, Christiania, Norway)

Norwegian National Monuments (engraving)
1588962 Norwegian National Monuments (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Norwegian National Monuments)

The National Theatre, Christiania, with Statues of Ibsen and Bjornson (b / w photo)
1592624 The National Theatre, Christiania, with Statues of Ibsen and Bjornson (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The National Theatre, Christiania)

St Edmunds Church, Christiania (engraving)
1596789 St Edmunds Church, Christiania (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Edmunds Church, Christiania)

The Return of Captain Sverdrups Polar Expedition, the "Fram"at Christiania, 28 September (b / w photo)
1601109 The Return of Captain Sverdrups Polar Expedition, the " Fram" at Christiania, 28 September (b/w photo) by English Photographer

The Prince and Princess of Wales in Sweden and Denmark (engraving)
1614255 The Prince and Princess of Wales in Sweden and Denmark (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Prince and Princess of Wales in Sweden and Denmark)

The Return of Dr Nansen, the Arrival of the Fram at Christiania (b / w photo)
1050987 The Return of Dr Nansen, the Arrival of the Fram at Christiania (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Return of Dr Nansen)

The National Theatre, Oslo, Norway (colour photo)
3095231 The National Theatre, Oslo, Norway (colour photo) by Norwegian Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The National Theatre, Oslo, Norway)

The Lights of Oslo and the Harbor on a Summer Night, Norway, c1930s. Creator: Unknown
The Lights of Oslo and the Harbor on a Summer Night, Norway, c1930s. During the summer months in the Northern Hemisphere, the sun is visible during the night. From " Tour of the World"

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Christiania, a city rich in history and natural beauty. From the breathtaking Hardanger Glacier to the tranquil Akers River, this Norwegian gem has captivated both locals and visitors alike. In 1901, a photograph of the Hardanger Glacier showcased its magnificence as two men on skis marveled at the chain of ice-hills. It was undoubtedly a future haunt for winter sports enthusiasts seeking adventure and thrill. The oil paintings from different eras also depict Christiania's allure. "Christiania and surroundings from the Egeberget" painted in 1818 showcases the city's charm through delicate brushstrokes. Similarly, "Nybro, Akerselva" painted in 1883 captures the serenity of Akers River with its flowing waters reflecting sunlight. Artists continued to be inspired by Christiania's industrial landscape as seen in "Factories by the Akers River. " Painted in 1890, it portrays how human ingenuity harmoniously coexists with nature. Meanwhile, "From Gronland, " an oil painting on panel from 1888 reveals glimpses of everyday life within this vibrant city. Historical events have also left their mark on Christiania's story. The engraving titled "The King of Sweden Leaving Christiania for Drontheim" depicts a significant moment when Norway welcomed its new monarch with open arms. On another note, an engraving showcasing "The Constitutional Crisis in Norway" sheds light on political turmoil that once gripped this resilient city. Even expeditions found their starting point or resting place here – like "The members of the expedition after their return to Christiania. " This black-and-white photo immortalizes adventurers who embarked on daring journeys into uncharted territories. Lastly, we cannot forget about Stockholm – depicted beautifully through chromolithography – reminding us that neighboring cities share cultural ties while maintaining their unique identities. Christiania is not just a name.