Courland Collection

Peter von Biron, 1724-1800, c18th century. Creator: Anon
Peter von Biron, 1724-1800, c18th century

Maria Amalia, Princess of Courland, c17th century. Creator: Anon
Maria Amalia, Princess of Courland, c17th century

Maria Amalia (1653-1711), Princess of Courland, c17th century. Creator: David Le Clerc
Maria Amalia (1653-1711), Princess of Courland, Landcountess of Hesse-Kassel, married to Karl, Landgrave of Hesse-Kassel, c17th century

Lovisa Charlotta, 1617-76, Princess of Brandenburg Duchess of Courland, c17th century. Creator: Anon
Lovisa Charlotta, 1617-76, Princess of Brandenburg Duchess of Courland, c17th century

Karl Jakob, 1654-77, Prince of Courland, c17th century. Creator: Anon
Karl Jakob, 1654-77, Prince of Courland, c17th century

Frederick Kasimir, 1650-98, Duke of Courland, c17th century. Creators: Anon, Unknown
Frederick Kasimir, 1650-98, Duke of Courland, c17th century

Ferdinand, 1655-1730, Prince of Courland, c17th century. Creator: Anon
Ferdinand, 1655-1730, Prince of Courland, c17th century

Charlotta Sofia, born 1651, princess of Courland, c17th century. Creator: Anon
Charlotta Sofia, born 1651, princess of Courland, c17th century

The Baltic Sea (From: Baltikum Ducatuum Livoniae et Curlandiae cum vicinis Insulis Nova Exhibitio Geographica), ca 1720. From a private collection

General map of Estonia and Latvia. (Atlas de la Livonie), 1798. Private Collection

Peter von Biron (1724-1800), Duke of Courland and Semigallia, 1781. Creator: Kuetner
Peter von Biron (1724-1800), Duke of Courland and Semigallia, 1781. Private Collection

Portrait of Jacob Kettler (1610-1682), Duke of Courland and Semigallia. Found in the collection of Nationalmuseum Stockholm

Portrait of Frederick Casimir Kettler (1650-1698), Duke of Courland and Semigallia, Second Half of the 17th cen.. Found in the collection of Nationalmuseum Stockholm

Portrait of Ferdinand Kettler (1655-1730), Duke of Courland and Semigallia. Found in the collection of Nationalmuseum Stockholm

Portrait of Charlotte Sophie (1651-1728), Duchess of Courland. Found in the collection of Nationalmuseum Stockholm

Portrait of the prince Alexander of Courland (1658-1686), Second Half of the 17th cen. Found in the Collection of Nationalmuseum Stockholm

Livonia Map, Vulgo Lyefland, Atlas Maior. Artist: Blaeu, Joan (1596-1673)
Livonia Map, Vulgo Lyefland, Atlas Maior. Private Collection

The Baltic Sea (From: Ducatuum Livoniae et Curlandiae Nova Tabula), 1705. Artist: Anonymous master
The Baltic Sea (From: Ducatuum Livoniae et Curlandiae Nova Tabula), 1705. From a private collection

The Baltic Sea (From: Theatrum Orbis Terrarum), c. 1608-1610. Artist: Ortelius, Abraham (1527-1598)
The Baltic Sea (From: Theatrum Orbis Terrarum), c. 1608-1610. From a private collection

Courland, 1838. From A Display of the Naval Flags of All Nations. Collected from the Best Authorities. [Fisher, Son, & Co. London, 1838]

Map of Poland includes portions of Livonia and Grand Duchy of Moscow. Private Collection

Portrait of Ernst Johann von Biron (1690-1772), Duke of Courland and Semigallia and regent of the Russian Empire. From a private collection

Regni Sueciae, ca 1730. Artist: Homann, Johann Baptist (1663-1724)
Regni Sueciae, ca 1730. From a private collection

Portrait of Princess Yekaterina Ivanovna Cherkasova (1727-1797), nee Hedvig Elisabeth von Biron, 1781. Found in the collection of the State Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow

Portrait of Peter von Biron (1724-1800), Duke of Courland and Semigallia, 1781. Found in the collection of the Eesti Kunstimuuseum, Tallinn

Portrait of Frederick William Kettler (1692-1711), Duke of Courland and Semigallia, c. 1710. Found in the collection of the Russian National Library, St. Petersburg

Livonia Map, Livoniae Nova Descriptio, 1573-1578. Artist: Anonymous master
Livonia Map, Livoniae Nova Descriptio, 1573-1578. From a private collection

Maria Amalia 1653-1711 Princess Kurland Country Countess
Maria Amalia, 1653-1711, Princess of Kurland Country Countess of Hessen-Kassel, painting, portrait, Maria Amalia of Courland, Oil on canvas, Height, 80 cm (31.4 inches), Width, 65 cm (25.5 inches)

Latvia - Liepaja - The Nicolai Gymnasium
Liepaja (Libau) - a city in western Latvia on the Baltic sea and the administrative center of Liepaja district. The largest city in the Kurzeme (Courland)

Old Woman in traditional costume - Latvian Courland Province
Old Woman in traditional costume - Province of Courland, Latvia. Date: 1902

Latvia, Courland, Beach on Baltic Sea shore near Ventspils
Latvia - Courland Region. Beach on Baltic Sea shore nearby Ventspils

Latvia, Courland, Talsi District, Slitere National Park, Mikeltornis Beach on Baltic Sea shore
Latvia - Courland Region - Talsi District - Slitere National Park - Mikeltornis. Beach on Baltic Sea shore

Schloss Postenden, Latvia
Schloss Postenden - a mansion built by ethnic German inhabitants of the eastern shore of the Baltic Sea - at Courland, Latvia. Date: circa 1905

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Courland, a historical region located along the Baltic Sea, holds a rich and fascinating past. From ancient maps showcasing its prominence to portraits of influential figures who shaped its destiny, Courland's story unfolds through these captivating glimpses into history. In the early 18th century, Homann's map presents us with an exquisite depiction of Baltikum Ducatuum Livoniae et Curlandiae cum vicinis Insulis Nova Exhibitio Geographica. This intricate artwork showcases the region's strategic location and maritime significance during that era. Moving forward in time, we encounter an Atlas de la Livonie from 1798, offering a general overview of Estonia and Latvia. The map provides valuable insights into Courland's geographical context within this larger framework. Diving deeper into Courland's political landscape, we come across portraits of notable dukes who held power over the region. Jacob Kettler and Frederick Casimir Kettler are immortalized in art as influential rulers during their respective reigns in the late 17th century. Ferdinand Kettler also graces our visual journey as another Duke and Semigallia. Not limited to male leaders alone, Charlotte Sophie stands out as Duchess with her portrait capturing her grace and elegance. Additionally, Prince Alexander leaves his mark on history through his representation in portraiture from the second half of the 17th century. As we explore further back in time through Joan Blaeu's Lyefland Map from Vulgo Lyefland Atlas Maior or Abraham Ortelius' portrayal of The Baltic Sea from Theatrum Orbis Terrarum dating back to c. 1608-1610; it becomes evident that Courland has long been recognized for its coastal beauty and strategic importance within Europe. Finally, a glimpse into Courland's more recent past is offered by a map dated 1838 which allows us to witness the changes that occurred over time.