Henryk Collection

Portrait of Jerzy Zawieyski (photo)
3319341 Portrait of Jerzy Zawieyski (photo); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jerzy Zawieyski, born Henryk Nowicki, (1902 - 1969) was a Polish playwright, prose writer

A Dangerous Lesson, 1886. Artist: Henryk Siemiradzki
A Dangerous Lesson, 1886. Found in the collection of the State Open-air Museum of History and Architecture, Pereslavl Zalessky, Russia

Henry III. King of France. House Valois-Angouleme
Henry III of France (1551-1589). King of France (1574-1589), king of Poland and Grand Duke of Lithuania (1573-1575). House Valois-Angouleme. Portrait. Engraving by Lemaitre, Vernier and Laderer

Solidarity campaign: barbed wire hammer & sickle
Polish Solidarity Campaign pamphlet cover illustration: Solidarity underground : free trade unionism in Poland today by Magda Zalewska, Henryk Gawinski, John Taylor, 1983 Date: 1983

(Henryk) Henri Wieniawski, 1835-1880 (engraving)
3633264 (Henryk) Henri Wieniawski, 1835-1880 (engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: (Henryk) Henri Wieniawski, 1835-1880

Henri Wieniawski (gravure)
734280 Henri Wieniawski (gravure) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Henri Wieniawski. Illustration for Celebrated Musicians of All Nations by M Fs Harvey)

Henryk Sienkiewicz, Polish novelist and publicist, late 19th century, (c1920). Portrait of Nobel Prize-winning author Sienkiewicz (1846-1916)

Sword Dance, 1881. Artist: Henryk Siemiradzki
Sword Dance, 1881. Siemiradzki, Henryk (1843-1902). Found in the collection of the State Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow

A Christian Dirce, 1897. Artist: Henryk Siemiradzki
A Christian Dirce, 1897. Found in the collection of the National Museum, Warsaw

Jan Henryk Dombrowski
JAN HENRYK DOMBROWSKI Polish military commander during the Napoleonic Wars. Date: 1755 - 1818

Henryk Sienkiewicz, 1846-1916. Polish Novelist. Winner Of 1905 Nobel For Literature
Henryk Sienkiewicz, 1846-1916. Polish Novelist.Winner Of 1905 Nobel For Literature. From The Book The Masterpiece Library Of Short Stories, Russian Etc, Volume 13"

Henryk Sienkiewicz
HENRYK ADAM ALEKSANDR PIUS SIENKIEWICZ Polish writer, known especially for Quo vadis (1895); he won the Nobel prize in 1905. Date: 1846 - 1916

Quo Vadis? Lygia letting Vinicius know she is a Christian
Quo Vadis: A Narrative of the Time of Nero - a historical novel written by Henryk Sienkiewicz. In this scene, Lygia lets Vinicius know she is a Christian by drawing the sign of a fish on the ground

Henryk Sienkievicz (1846 - 1916). Polish author ( Quo vadis etc) - won Nobel Prize for Literature in 1905. Date: 1900

Henryk Wieniawski
HENRYK WIENIAWSKI Polish violinist and composer - toured widely as a virtuoso - professor of the St Petersburg Conservatory and the Brussels Conservatory

Henryk Dombrowski
HENRYK DOMBROWSKI Polish composer and pianist, whose compositions include Soirees allemandes and the 26th of November. Date: CIRCA 1862

SIENKIEWICZ, Henryk (1846-1916). Polish writer, Nobel Prize winner in 1905. Engraving

Henryk Wienawski
HENRYK WIENAWSKI Polish musician Date: 1835 - 1880

Henryk Sienkiewicz (1846-1916) Polish historical novelist who received the Nobel prize for Literature in 1905. His novel Quo Vadis (1895), set in Rome during the time of the emperor Nero

HENRYK KASPERCZAK (1946- ). Polish soccer player, during a game, c1974

Poles in Italy
Polish general Jan Henryk Dombrowski addresses the Polish legion of Italy, in front of the cathedral, Milano. They fought for France against Russia. Date: 20 January 1797

Henryk Travels
Henri duc d Anjou, later Henri III of France, is elected Henryk king of Poland : he is so reluctant, the journey from Paris to Krakow takes him five months. He reigns only 1 year. Date: May 1573

FILM: QUOD VADIS?, 1912. Chariot Race in Rome. Scene from the Italian silent film Quo Vadis? directed by Enrico Guazzoni, 1912, after the novel by Henryk Sienkiewicz

Henryk De Valois
HENRYK DE VALOIS Henri III of France, briefly ruler of Poland as well

Henryk Sienkiewicz / Nobel
HENRYK ADAM ALEKSANDR PIUS SIENKIEWICZ pseudonym: LITWOS Polish novelist

Anjou Elected K Poland
The Polish ambassador comes to Paris to tell the duc d Anjou that he has been elected king Henryk of Poland : he will also be Henri III of France

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Henryk, a name that echoes through history with various notable figures bearing the same name. From Henry III, the King of France from the House Valois-Angouleme, to Henryk Siemiradzki, an artist known for his powerful and evocative paintings. In one painting titled "Neros Torches - Burning of Christians at Rome, " we witness the horrifying scene of Christian persecution in ancient Rome. The unknown creator skillfully captures the intensity and brutality of this dark chapter in history. Another artwork by Henryk Siemiradzki called "A Dangerous Lesson" portrays a gripping moment filled with tension and suspense. It leaves us wondering what lesson is being taught and what consequences may follow. Moving on to literature, we encounter Henryk Sienkiewicz, a Polish novelist and publicist who left an indelible mark on late 19th-century literature. His works transport readers to different worlds and eras, captivating them with rich storytelling. The solidarity campaign depicted by barbed wire intertwined with a hammer and sickle symbolizes unity amidst struggle. A powerful image representing resilience against oppression. Henri Wieniawski's engraving showcases his talent as a renowned violinist from the 19th century. His music continues to inspire generations even after his passing in 1880. Siemiradzki's painting "Sword Dance" brings forth images of strength, precision, and artistry as dancers gracefully wield their swords in harmony. It reminds us of the beauty found within martial arts traditions across cultures. In contrast to this display of power is another work by Siemiradzki titled "A Christian Dirce. " This piece depicts a tragic scene where a woman faces martyrdom for her faith. It serves as a poignant reminder of sacrifice endured throughout history for religious beliefs. Lastly, we come across "The Choice Between a Female Slave or a Vase, " a thought-provoking artwork from 1902-1903.