Chios Collection

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Windmills, Chios, island of Chios, North Aegean, Greece, Europe

A Map of the Island of Chios
A Turkish Map of the Greek Island of Chios, at this point under Ottoman Turkish control. The island is in the Aegean Sea only 5 miles off the coast of Asia Minor

View town Chios island name left plate Scio title
View of the town of Chios on the island of the same name (left plate) Scio (title on object), city view in general, veduta Chios, Jan Luyken, Delft, 1698, paper, etching, h 301 mm × w 639 mm

Coin Depicting a Sphinx, 301-109 BCE (?). Creator: Unknown
Coin Depicting a Sphinx, 301-109 BCE (?)

Historical views of Greece. View of the city of Athens in the early 19th century 28, 300 Spartans fighting the Persians at the battle of Thermopylae 29, and the Colossus of Rhodes 30

Greek women on the isle of Chios 31, bride and groom at a Greek wedding 32
6338056 Greek women on the isle of Chios 31, bride and groom at a Greek wedding 32, and Greeks drinking water from a consecrated fountain 33 by English School

Greek and Italian female costume, 18th century. Woman in walking dress, women in the strange dress of Argentiera, Sassari, and women from the Greek islands of Paros, Chios and Ios

The Glorification of the Giustiniani Family, 1783 (oil on canvas)
3618002 The Glorification of the Giustiniani Family, 1783 (oil on canvas) by Tiepolo, Giandomenico (Giovanni Domenico) (1727-1804); 116.8 x 82.6 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

Island of Chios, Greece. circa 1790

Greece, Chios, The Turkish Baths

Greece, Pyrgi, Decorative exterior wall of a building in the village of Pyrgi

Heavy Gold Brocade, 1600s - 1700s. Creator: Unknown
Heavy Gold Brocade, 1600s - 1700s

Kerchief, late 1800s. Creator: Unknown
Kerchief, late 1800s

Mastic tree (Pistacia lentiscus var. chia). This plant is the source of mastic resin, a commonly used spice in the Mediterranean

Marriage girls Chios best swimmer Number numbered top right
Marriage of the girls on Chios to the best swimmer, Number numbered top right: 189, ideal husband, swimming (movement in water), Chios, Jan Luyken (mentioned on object), Amsterdam, 1681, paper

Double mina from Chios with an harpy. Coin. SPAIN

Maps of Kos and Chios, Jan Luyken, Cornelis Boutesteyn, Jordaan Luchtmans, 1692

Torso of a Kouros; Unknown; Chios (?); about 520 B.C.; Marble; Object: H: 32.5 x W: 34 x D: 17.2 cm (12 13/16 x 13 3/8 x 6 3/4 in.)

Picture No. 11073867
Flowery Garrigue and Pasture in spring around the church of Aghios Antonios, between Olympi and Mesta Chios, Greece

Picture No. 11073866
Flowery Garrigue and Pasture in spring around the church of Aghios Antonios, between Olympi and Mesta Chios, Greece

Picture No. 11073865
Old Windmills at Vrondados Chios, Greece

Fantastic Pyrgi Costume - Island of Chios, Greece
Fantastic Female Costume from the Village of Pyrgi, Island of Chios, Greece Date: circa 1906

Bean Broomrape (Orobanche crenata) flowering, heavy infestation destroying broad bean crop, Chios, Greece, April

Wall Valantia (Valantia muralis) in flower and fruit, Chios, Greece, April

Betony-leaved Malope (Malope malacoides) flowering, Chios, Greece, April

Black Garlic (Allium nigrum) close-up of flowers, growing in cultivated field, Chios, Greece, April

Violet Limodore (Limodorum abortivum) flowering, growing in pine woodland, Chios, Greece, April

Picture No. 10899535
Rocky undeveloped west coast of Chios Date:

Battle in the Chios Channel, naval battle, summer 1770. Engagement of Turkish flagship Real Mustafa and Russian ship Svyatoy Evstafiy. Russian victory gaining control of Black Sea

Flowering vegetation on beach, with mountains in background, Managhros, Chios, Greece, April

View of coastline on unspoilt west coast of island, Tighani Bay, Chios, Greece, April

Ancient 11th century Byzantine monastery in mountains, Nea Moni, Chios, Greece, April

French Lavender (Lavandula stoechas) flowering, growing in garrigue, Chios, Greece, April

Fritillary (Fritillaria pelinaea) flowering, Mount Pelineo, Chios, Greece, April

Eastern Aegean Bee Orchid (Ophrys orphanidea) close-up of flowers, Chios, Greece, April

King Ferdinands Orchid Ophrys regis-ferdinandii close-up of flowers, Chios, Greece, April

Eastern Strawberry Tree (Arbutus andrachne) flowering, Chios, Greece, April

Mastic Tree (Pistacia lentiscus var. chia) close-up of leaves, in cultivation, Chios, Greece, April

Greek grave stone from Chios, early 19th century
Greek grave stone From Chios, 18th, early 19th century

Chios from Civitates Orbis Terrarum by Georg Braun, 1541-1622 and Franz Hogenberg, 1540-1590, engraving
Cartography, Greece, 16th century. Chios. From Civitates Orbis Terrarum by Georg Braun (1541-1622) and Franz Hogenberg (1540-1590), Cologne. Engraving

Ophrys regis-ferdinandii C016 / 3468
King Ferdinands Orchid (Ophrys regis-ferdinandii), also known as Earwig Orchid, flowering in spring. Photographed in Chios, Greece

Rock pools, Chios, Greece C016 / 3467
Rock pools in the Aegean Sea at Vroulidhia Bay, near Dhotia, on the south coast of Chios, Greece

Olive Grove, Greece C016 / 3464
Olive grove in spring, surrounded by white mustard (Sinapis alba). Photographed in Chios, Greece

Nea Moni, Chios, Greece. C016 / 3465
Nea Moni, ancient 11th century Byzantine monastery in the mountains of Chios, Greece

Tree Medick (Medicago arborea) C016 / 3466
Tree Medick (Medicago arborea), also known as Shrubby Medick, flowering on the coast of Chios, Greece

Tighani Bay, Greece C016 / 3463
Tighani Bay, on the west coast of Chios, Greece

French Lavender (Lavandula stoechas) C016 / 3462
French Lavender (Lavandula stoechas) in flower. Photographed in Garrigue, Chios, Greece

Fumana arabica C016 / 3461
Fumana arabica in flower. Photographed in Phrygana, Chios, Greece

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"Discover the Atmospheric Charm of Chios: Where Traditional Beauty Meets Ocean Breezes" Immerse yourself in the enchanting evenings of Chios, a captivating island nestled in the Aegean Sea. With its rich history and breathtaking landscapes, this hidden gem offers an experience like no other. As you explore the island, you'll be greeted by picturesque windmills that dot the horizon, standing as a testament to Chios' traditional heritage. These iconic structures serve as reminders of a time long gone, when their sails would turn gracefully with each gust of wind. Chios is not without its share of historical significance either. The Ottoman Turk massacre of Greeks at Chios in 1822 left scars on this land but also serves as a reminder of resilience and strength. Historical engravings depicting these events can still be found today, offering glimpses into the past. Nature's forces have also shaped Chios over time. The devastating Earthquake at Scio has forever altered the landscape but has not dampened its allure. In fact, it adds to the island's character and reminds visitors that beauty can arise from adversity. The charm extends beyond history and natural wonders; it encompasses cultural traditions too. Greek women adorned in vibrant attire celebrate life's milestones such as weddings while locals quench their thirst from consecrated fountains - rituals passed down through generations. Art enthusiasts will find themselves captivated by depictions such as "The Glorification of Giustiniani Family. " This oil painting showcases both Italian and Greek influences that have intertwined throughout centuries on this diverse island. With every step taken on this map-shaped paradise known as Chios, one cannot escape being mesmerized by its coastal splendor. Whether strolling along sandy shores or gazing out into endless ocean horizons, tranquility washes over visitors like gentle waves lapping against golden beaches. So come and lose yourself amidst historical views and idyllic landscapes.