Leuven Collection (page 4)

Portrait Gabriel van der Muyden Gabriel Mvdaevs Brechtanvs I. C
Portrait of Gabriel van der Muyden Gabriel Mvdaevs Brechtanvs I.C. (title on object) Famous writers from the Netherlands (series title) Bibliotheca Belgica (series title)

Adeliza Of Leuven Also Called Adela And Aleidis; 1103 To 1151. Queen Consort Of The United Kingdom As Second Wife Of Henry I

Centrale Bibliotheek (Central Library) on Monseigneur Laduzeplein at night, Leuven, Flemish Brabant, Flanders, Belgium

Leuven Stadhuis (City Hall) and buildings on Grote Markt, Leuven, Flemish Brabant, Flanders, Belgium

Hall of the University, Louvain (Leuven), Belgium
View of a staircase inside a Hall of the University, Louvain (Leuven), Belgium, dating back to the 14th century. Date: circa 1910

View of the Town Hall, Louvain (Leuven), Belgium
View of the ornate, gothic Town Hall, Louvain (Leuven), Belgium, dating back to the 15th century. Date: circa 1910

Church of St Michel, Louvain (Leuven), Belgium
Facade of the Church of St Michel (St Michael), Louvain (Leuven), Belgium, dating back to the 17th century. Date: circa 1910

Ornate doorway, Church of St Pierre, Louvain, Belgium
Ornately carved doorway in the Church of St Pierre (St Peter), Louvain (Leuven), Belgium, dating back to the 16th century. Date: circa 1910

Library in Park Abbey, Heverlee, Belgium
Library in Park Abbey, Heverlee, near Leuven, Belgium, dating back to the 17th century. Date: circa 1910

Railway Station, Leuven, Flemish Region
Railway Station, Leuven, near Zaventem, Flemish Region, Belgium. Date: 1910s

The library at Louvain ruined during WW1
The library at Louvain in Belgium, as it was with a smaller, inset photograph, showing how it looked after German bombardment In 1914

Louvain Cathedral by W. L. Bruckman
Saint Peters Church (Sint-Pieterskerk), Louvain (Leuven), Belgium. Willem Leendert Bruckman, Dutch artist, 1866- 1928. Date: 1914

Louvain population driven out
Some of the population of the Belgian town of Louvain (Leuven) are driven out by German soldiers to a place outside the town

Town Hall at Louvain, Belgium, WW1
The Town Hall at Louvain, Belgium, with an inset of Kaiser Wilhelm II at the start of the First World War. The caption suggests that the building, in Brabantine late gothic style

Portrait Woman ca 1520 Oil wood 19 x 17 48. 3 43. 2 cm
Artokoloro

Adoration Magi 1526 Oil wood 40 1 / 2 x 31 1 / 2
Artokoloro

Study tree mid-16th-early 17th century Brush
Artokoloro

Leuven Town Hall
Illustration of a Leuven Town Hall

Centrale Bibliotheek (Central Library), Leuven, Flemish Brabant, Flanders, Belgium, Europe

Leuven Stadhuis (City Hall) and buildings on Grote Markt, Leuven, Flemish Brabant, Flanders, Belgium, Europe

Keizersberg Abbey (Mont Cesar Abbey), Leuven, Flemish Brabant, Flanders, Belgium, Europe

Flemish buildings on Grote Markt, Leuven, Flemish Brabant, Flanders, Belgium, Europe

Castle of Leuven, 1675 (pen and ink on paper)
XOS3058080 Castle of Leuven, 1675 (pen and ink on paper) by Grave, Josua de (1643-1712); 13.5x17.9 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, The Netherlands; Dutch, out of copyright

Siege of Leuven by the Dutch and French armies1635 (etching)
XOS3058079 Siege of Leuven by the Dutch and French armies1635 (etching) by Dutch School, (17th century); 50.7x41 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

Map of Brabant, 1706 (engraving)
XOS3058073 Map of Brabant, 1706 (engraving) by Flemish School, (18th century); 43.2x56.8 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, The Netherlands; (add.info)

Portrait of Jacob Duym at the age of 53, Jacob de Gheyn II, Bonaventura Vulcanius, 1600

1765747; out of copyright

Portrait of William II, King of the Netherlands, Willem Hendrik Hoogkamer, Hendrik Klouzing (II), J. Guykens, 1831 - 1833

The Battle of Bautersem during the Ten Days Campaign, 1833 (oil on canvas)
XOS1127498 The Battle of Bautersem during the Ten Days Campaign, 1833 (oil on canvas) by Pieneman, Nicholas (1809/10-60); 46u60.5 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

WORLD WAR I: LEUVEN. The Cathedral of St. Pierre in Leuven, Belgium, destroyed by German fire in 1914. Photograph, c1915

WORLD WAR I: LEUVEN, 1914. The destruction of Leuven, Belgium, by German forces. American cartoon, 1914, by Boardman Robinson

Map of Hertogenbosch, Leuven and Mechelen from Civitates Orbis Terrarum by Georg Braun, 1541-1622 and Franz Hogenberg
Cartography, Netherlands and Belgium, 16th century. Map of s-Hertogenbosch, Leuven and Mechelen. From Civitates Orbis Terrarum by Georg Braun (1541-1622) and Franz Hogenberg (1540-1590), Cologne

A detail of the stonework carving on the 15th century late Gothic Town Hall, Grote Markt, Leuven, Belgium, Europe

Patisserie display, Leuven, Belgium, Europe

Heraldic banners decorate the Flemish gables in Leuven, Belgium, Europe

Traditional gabled facades decorated with heraldic banners, Oude Markt, Leuven, Belgium, Europe

Leuven, Belgium - The Town Hall
The Town Hall at Leuven, Belgium. The building remained standing amid the devastation of Leuven during World War I. Built in the Brabantine Late Gothic Style. Date: circa 1909

Belgian artillery leaving Tirlemont, Belgium, WW1
Belgian artillery leaving Tirlemont in the direction of Louvain (Leuven), Belgium, at the start of the First World War. Date: August 1914

Belgian retreat to Antwerp, WW1
Scene during the Belgian armys retreat to Antwerp soon after the start of the First World War. Cavalry are seen here retreating from Louvain (Leuven). Date: 20 August 1914

The Begijnhof, Leuven, Belgium

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Discover the enchanting city of Leuven, nestled in the heart of Belgium. Immerse yourself in its rich history and architectural marvels that have stood the test of time. At the center of it all lies the magnificent 15th-century late Gothic Town Hall, a true masterpiece on Grote Markt. Its intricate design and grandeur transport you back to an era filled with elegance and charm. Step into a woodcut from Sir Thomas More's Utopia as you explore the Council Room within this historic Town Hall. Feel the weight of centuries past as you admire its ornate details and imagine important decisions being made within these walls. The beauty doesn't end there; take a stroll along Window Walk and witness Flemish buildings that exude old-world charm. The golden glow cast upon them adds an ethereal touch, making every corner picture-perfect. Leuven Cathedral stands tall as a testament to faith and resilience. Marvel at its stunning architecture, whether during Belgium's Victorian period or amidst WW1 damage when it stood strong despite adversity. Even in ruins, it remains a symbol of hope and strength. For moments of tranquility, visit St. Peter's Church where a serene chapel awaits your presence. Let its peaceful atmosphere wash over you as you reflect on life's wonders. Leuven is not just about history; it is also alive with vibrant energy. Explore modern cafes, bustling markets, and immerse yourself in Belgian culture like never before. In Leuven, every step reveals another layer of its captivating story – from medieval splendor to wartime resilience – leaving visitors awe-inspired by this hidden gem in Europe's crown.