Giessen Collection

Aerial view at Gleiberg castle near Gieszen at sunrise, Krofdorf-Gleiberg, Lahn, Lahn valley, Hesse, Germany

Marburg, 1931. Artist: Kurt Hielscher
Marburg, 1931. From Deutschland by Kurt Hielscher. [F. A. Brockhaus, Leipzig, 1931]

Giessen on the Lahn, c1874. Artist: William Callow
Giessen on the Lahn, c1874. From The Studio Volume 67. [London Offices of the Studio, London, 1916]

Army Zeppelin Z2 (LZ5) stranded near Weilburg during a storm, Germany, 1910 (1933). A photograph from Zeppelin-Weltfahrten, Vom ersten Luftschiff 1899 bis zu den Fahrten des LZ127 Graf Zepplin 1932

Old Vreeland House, Nutley, New Jersey, USA
Old Vreeland House or Homestead (built 1704), Chestnut Street, Nutley, New Jersey, USA. It was the home of the Dutch painter Bastian Van Giesen or Giessen. Date: circa 1907

Schiffenberg, Giessen, Germany
watercolour painting from an old postcard of the Schiffenberg, Giessen

Lyon Playfair (1819-1898) in 1885 when President of the British Association for the Advancement of Science. Scottish chemist and politician

Lyon Playfair (1818-1898) Scottish chemist and politician, in the chair as Deputy Speaker of the Commons during a late night session

William Gregory (1803-1858), Scottish chemist. Professor of medicine and chemistry at Kings College, Aberdeen, and from 1843 Professor of chemistry at Edinburgh university

James Sheridan Muspratt (1821-1871), studied chemistry under Thomas Graham at Glasgow and London, and under Justus von Liebig at Giessen (1843)

Liebig in his Laboratory
Justus von Freiherr Liebig, German chemist, at work in his laboratory at Giessen, Germany, which he established as the first practical chemical teaching laboratory

Justus Liebig / 3 of 6
JUSTUS VON LIEBIG German scientist is given his own laboratory at Giessen University

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"Giessen: A Journey Through Time and Art" Step into the enchanting town of Giessen, where history and art intertwine. From Marburg in 1931, Kurt Hielscher captures the essence of this picturesque place with his brushstrokes. The tranquil beauty on the Lahn is immortalized by William Callow in his masterpiece from 1874. But Giessen's story goes beyond its scenic landscapes. In a surprising twist, we discover artist prisoners of war finding solace within their studio at Giessen during World War I. Their creativity knows no bounds even amidst turmoil. The stormy weather brings an unexpected sight as Army Zeppelin Z2 (LZ5) finds itself stranded near Weilburg in 1910 (1933). This captivating incident adds to the rich tapestry that makes up Giessen's past. Venturing across continents, we stumble upon Old Vreeland House in Nutley, New Jersey, USA. Its charm echoes that and reminds us how art transcends borders. William Roffe's portrait from 1893 introduces us to a mysterious man whose story remains untold but sparks our curiosity nonetheless. His presence lingers among the streets like a forgotten whisper. Muller F. Church atop Ship Mountain stands tall as a testament to German architecture showcased in "Denkmaler d. German architecture. " Its grandeur leaves visitors awestruck while Schiffenberg offers breathtaking views that capture hearts effortlessly. Intriguing figures also grace our journey through time - Lyon Playfair (1819-1898), President of the British Association for Chemistry, who left an indelible mark on scientific progress; and Scottish chemist turned politician Lyon Playfair (1818-1898), whose passion for chemistry shaped his life's work. As we conclude our exploration through these captivating hints about Giessen, one thing becomes clear.