Silesia Collection

The Rynek (Market Square) and the Old Town Hall. This medieval market square is one of the largest in Europe. Wroclaw, Poland

Schweidnitzer, Breslau, Silesia, Germany (i. e. Wroclaw, Pol
Schweidnitzer, Breslau, Silesia, Germany (i.e. Wroclaw, Poland). Date between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900

Silesia Plebiscite
In Silesia, with a mixed German and Polish population, residents of Kattowitz/ Katowice await the results of the plebiscite which will divide the region

Market Square, Old Town, Wroclaw, Silesia, Poland, Europe

Hedwig of Silesia
SAINT HEDWIG (or JADWIGA) at age 12 marries herzog Heinrich von Schlesien, and at his death enters the Cister- -cian monastery they founded. She performs many miracles

Map of the German Confederation (1815-1866), lithograph, published in 1897
Map of the German Confederation between 1815 and 1866. Lithograph, published in 1897

Aerial view of Wroclaw Market Square, Wroclaw, Poland, Europe

Antquie Map of Prussia
Vintage map of Prussia from 1837

Saint Hyacinth carrying an image of the Virgin
Hyacinth, Silesian saint who escaped from the flames of Kiev during an attack on a monastery by the Tartars because he was carrying an image of the Virgin. His feast day is 17 August

Town hall at dusk, Rynek (Old Town Square), Wroclaw, Silesia, Poland, Europe

The Sick, the Leprous, and the Lame Praying at Saint Hedwigs Tomb, People Coming to Visit Saint Hedwigs Tomb; Court workshop of Duke Ludwig I of Liegnitz and Brieg, Polish, 1364 - 1398; Poland

Photo Riesa Elbe, barge, steamer Silesia
953605 Photo Riesa Elbe, barge, steamer Silesia by Unknown photographer, (19th-20th century); Private Collection; © Arkivi UG All Rights Reserved.

Photo Goat neck Silesia, Empress Auguste Viktoria
948156 Photo Goat neck Silesia, Empress Auguste Viktoria by German Photographer (20th Century); Private Collection; © Arkivi UG All Rights Reserved.

Caspar Schwenckfeld
3585727 Caspar Schwenckfeld; (add.info.: Portrait of Caspar Schwenckfeld (1490-1561) a German theologian, writer, and preacher. Dated 16th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Boleslaw III Wrymouth
1578001 Boleslaw III Wrymouth; (add.info.: Engraving of Boleslaw III Wrymouth (1086-1138) a Prince of Lesser Poland, Silesia and Sandomierz and over the whole of Poland

Sigismund Bathory, Prince of Transylvania, from 'Hutchinson's History of the Nations', pub. 1915 (print)
3506194 Sigismund Bathory, Prince of Transylvania, from 'Hutchinson's History of the Nations', pub. 1915 (print) by English School, (20th century); (add.info.: Sigismund Bathory)

What we shall lose 1919 German poster showing result if Upper Silesia became part of Poland after the end of World War
528530 What we shall lose 1919 German poster showing result if Upper Silesia became part of Poland after the end of World War I in 1918. Eventually split between Germany and Poland

Carlsruhe Castle seen from the Hirsch pond, 19th century. Creator: Anonymous
Carlsruhe Castle seen from the Hirsch pond, 19th century. Private Collection

The weavers, 1916 Creator: Arnold Genthe
The weavers, 1916

The weavers, 1916 Creator: Arnold Genthe
The weavers, 1916

The Bear Fountain by Ernest Moritz Geyger (1902). This copy was made by polish sculptor Zamorski. Wroclaw, Poland

Burn My Shadow
Izabela Laszewska-Mitrega/Darek Mitręga

The Market Square, Wroclaw, Poland, Europe

Pszczyna castle, Silesia region, Poland

Olsztyn Castle Ruins, Trail of the Eagles Nests, Krakow-Czestochowa Upland (Polish Jura), Silesian Voivodeship, Poland, Europe

The Battle of Rossbach, 1882. Artist: Anonymous
The Battle of Rossbach, 1882. Private Collection

Ksiaz (Schloss Furstenstein) castle, Silesia, Poland

Window in the Old Town of Wroclaw. Poland

Town Hall (Ratusz). Detail of a wrought iron gate of the cellar in the Museum of Burgher Art (1942). Wroclaw, Poland

The Church of Peace (Kosciol Pokoju) in Swidnica, a Unesco World Heritage Site. Lower Silesia, Poland

The Rynek (Market Square). This medieval market square is one of the largest in Europe. Wroclaw, Poland

The Ostrow Tumski district (Cathedral island) and the Oder river. Wroclaw, Poland

The Cathedral of St. John the Baptist and the Church of the Holy Cross. Oder river at Ostrow Tumski. Wroclaw, Poland

The Cathedral of St. John the Baptist and the Oder river at Ostrow Tumski. Wroclaw, Poland

The gothic Old Town Hall (Stary Ratusz) at the Rynek (Market Square). This medieval market square is one of the largest in Europe. Wroclaw, Poland

Ornamental facade of the House of the Seven Electors at the Rynek (Market Square), dating back to the 13th century. In 1672 it was completely remodeled. Wroclaw, Poland

The clock of the gothic Old Town Hall (Stary Ratusz) at the Rynek (Market Square). Wroclaw, Poland

Traditional houses at the Rynek (Market Square). Wroclaw, Poland

Detail of a house in the Old Town of Wroclaw. Poland

Architecture of the Ostrow Tumski district (Cathedral island). Wroclaw, Poland

Detail of a house in Ostrow Tumski. Wroclaw, Poland

Hohenzollernitis (engraving)
2788268 Hohenzollernitis (engraving) by Moreland, Arthur (1876-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hohenzollernitis. Illustration for The History of the Hun by Arthur Moreland)

Blucher (engraving)
2788281 Blucher (engraving) by Moreland, Arthur (1876-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: Blucher. Illustration for The History of the Hun by Arthur Moreland (Cecil Palmer and Hayward, 1917)

Maria Theresa, a Strong Minded Woman (engraving)
2788266 Maria Theresa, a Strong Minded Woman (engraving) by Moreland, Arthur (1876-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: Maria Theresa, a Strong Minded Woman)

Meeting of the Emperors of Germany and Austria at Rohnstock, in Silesia (engraving)
1596705 Meeting of the Emperors of Germany and Austria at Rohnstock, in Silesia (engraving) by Wilson, Thomas Walter (1851-1912); Private Collection; (add.info)

Frederick at the Battle of Molwitz, 1741 (engraving)
2788267 Frederick at the Battle of Molwitz, 1741 (engraving) by Moreland, Arthur (1876-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: Frederick at the Battle of Molwitz)

Vase, Silesia, c. 1899. Creators: Fritz Heckert Glass Refinery and Glassworks, Otto Thamm
Vase, Silesia, c. 1899

Vase, Silesia, c. 1900. Creators: Fritz Heckert Glass Refinery and Glassworks, Otto Thamm
Vase, Silesia, c. 1900

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Discover the enchanting region of Silesia, nestled in the heart of Poland. Immerse yourself in its rich history and vibrant culture as you explore its captivating landmarks. Begin your journey at The Rynek (Market Square) and be transported back in time to a bygone era. Marvel at the stunning architecture of the Old Town Hall, a true testament to Silesia's architectural prowess. Venture further into the Ostrow Tumski district, also known as Cathedral Island, where you will find yourself surrounded by breathtaking beauty. Take a leisurely stroll along the banks of the Oder river and let its tranquil waters soothe your soul. Silesia has witnessed many transformations throughout history. Once part of Germany under names like Schweidnitzer or Breslau, it is now proudly Polish. Explore this fascinating blend of cultures that have shaped Silesia into what it is today. Delve into its past with relics such as maps depicting the German Confederation or antique maps showcasing Prussia's influence over this land. Learn about significant figures like Hedwig of Silesia, whose legacy still resonates within these ancient walls. As night falls, witness Wroclaw's Town Hall bathed in an ethereal dusk glow on Rynek (Old Town Square). Capture panoramic views from St. Elisabeth Church overlooking Market Square - a sight that will leave you breathless. But amidst all grandeur lies compassion; visit Saint Hedwigs To witness The Sick, Leprous, and Lame praying for solace and healing - a poignant reminder of humanity's resilience even in times of hardship. Silesia beckons with open arms - an enchanting destination where history intertwines with modernity against a backdrop of architectural wonders and cultural treasures.