Strasburg Collection

First Authenticated Christmas Tree - Strasbourg
Christmas Tree in History and Legend: The Earliest Authenticated Christmas Tree in Strasbourg (at this time in Germany). A merchant of Strasburg (a Mr Forbes)

Sculpture on Synagogue, Strasbourg, Bas-Rhin, France
Sculpture on the Synagogue, Strasbourg, Bas-Rhin, France, a Romanesque revival building which was destroyed during the Second World War. Date: circa 1920s

Map of Strasburg, 1870
1580795 Map of Strasburg, 1870; (add.info.: Map of Strasburg and it's fortifications. Strasburg is a town in the Vorpommern-Greifswald district of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Germany)

Franco Prussian war, 1870
1583480 Franco Prussian war, 1870; (add.info.: Giant Mortars in Strasburg.); Windmill/Robert Hunt Library/UIG.

Franco Prussian war, 1870
1583479 Franco Prussian war, 1870; (add.info.: Strasburg, the day after surrender.); Windmill/Robert Hunt Library/UIG.

woodcut from 'directorium humanae' by Johannes Pruss; strasburg; 1488
1579255 woodcut from 'directorium humanae' by Johannes Pruss; strasburg; 1488; (add.info.: woodcut from 'directorium humanae' by Johannes Pruss; strasburg; 1488)

Strasbourg medieval bridge Ponts Couverts and cathedral, view from Barrage Vauban in Strasbourg, Alsace, France

Corn poppy - Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Vorpommern-Greifswald, Strasburg, Jagow - Uckermark

Corn poppy bud - Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Vorpommern-Greifswald, Strasburg, Jagow - Uckermark

Flower Pot with Stand, 1890 / 1900. Creator: Unknown
Flower Pot with Stand, 1890/1900

Man and woman of Strasbourg, Alsace, France, 1818
6338119 Man and woman of Strasbourg, Alsace, France, 1818 by English School, (18th century); (add.info.: Man and woman of Strasbourg, Alsace, France, 1818)

House of the Thirteenth Century, Strasburg (engraving)
5219019 House of the Thirteenth Century, Strasburg (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: House of the Thirteenth Century, Strasburg)

Fetes at Strasburg (engraving)
1618294 Fetes at Strasburg (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fetes at Strasburg. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 31 July 1852)

Peasamt women of the environs of Baden, Germany, 1818. One holds a round shield. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Mary Anne Vennings A Geographical Present being Descriptions of the Principal

Street in Strasburg, with Towers of Cathedral (engraving)
3654325 Street in Strasburg, with Towers of Cathedral (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Street in Strasburg, with Towers of Cathedral)

View of Strasburg, showing the Fortifications (engraving)
2773781 View of Strasburg, showing the Fortifications (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: View of Strasburg, showing the Fortifications)

Costumes alsaciens, a Strasbourg (engraving)
2789733 Costumes alsaciens, a Strasbourg (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Costumes alsaciens, a Strasbourg)

Nid de cigogne a Strasbourg (engraving)
2789732 Nid de cigogne a Strasbourg (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Nid de cigogne a Strasbourg. Illustration for Le Tour Du Monde (Hachette, 1861)

Une rue de Strasbourg (engraving)
2789731 Une rue de Strasbourg (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Une rue de Strasbourg. Illustration for Le Tour Du Monde (Hachette, 1861)

La cathedrale de Strasbourg (engraving)
2789728 La cathedrale de Strasbourg (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: La cathedrale de Strasbourg. Illustration for Le Tour Du Monde (Hachette, 1861)

Strasbourg Memorial, Place de la Concorde, Paris, WW1
The Strasbourg Memorial in the Place de la Concorde, Paris, France, on 14 November 1914, in the early part of the First World War, decorated with flags and wreaths

Strasburg (engraving)
1092425 Strasburg (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Strasburg. Illustration for The Gallery of Geography by Thomas Milner (William Mackenzie, c 1880)

Costumes in the market-place, Strasburg (engraving)
966868 Costumes in the market-place, Strasburg (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Costumes in the market-place, Strasburg)

Strasburg after the capitulation, September 1870 (engraving)
959066 Strasburg after the capitulation, September 1870 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Strasburg after the capitulation, September 1870)

Les vieilles maisons de Strasbourg (engraving)
2789730 Les vieilles maisons de Strasbourg (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Les vieilles maisons de Strasbourg)

The French Presidents Visit to Strasburg, Departure from the Railway Terminus, at Paris (engraving)
1618271 The French Presidents Visit to Strasburg, Departure from the Railway Terminus, at Paris (engraving) by English School

Removal of the German End of the Bridge of Boats between Strasburg and Kehl (engraving)
2773787 Removal of the German End of the Bridge of Boats between Strasburg and Kehl (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Plate-forme de la cathedrale de Strasbourg (engraving)
2789729 Plate-forme de la cathedrale de Strasbourg (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Plate-forme de la cathedrale de Strasbourg)

Strasburg after the Bombardment (engraving)
1052181 Strasburg after the Bombardment (engraving) by Brewer, Henry William (fl.1858-d.1903); Private Collection; (add.info.: Strasburg after the Bombardment)

Reconnoitring near Strasburg, September 1870 (engraving)
959071 Reconnoitring near Strasburg, September 1870 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Reconnoitring near Strasburg, September 1870)

Strasburg during the bombardment, September 1870 (engraving)
959067 Strasburg during the bombardment, September 1870 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Strasburg during the bombardment, September 1870)

Germans in possession, September 1870 (engraving)
959063 Germans in possession, September 1870 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Germans in possession, September 1870)

Harloge astronomique de la cathedrale de Strasbourg (engraving)
3644232 Harloge astronomique de la cathedrale de Strasbourg (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Harloge astronomique de la cathedrale de Strasbourg)

Postcard depicting the bridge on the Rhine in Strasbourg, c. 1914-18 (coloured b / w photo)
REV382748 Postcard depicting the bridge on the Rhine in Strasbourg, c.1914-18 (coloured b/w photo) by French Photographer

Pate de fois gras at Strasburg (engraving)
728694 Pate de fois gras at Strasburg (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pate de fois gras at Strasburg)

Fetes at Strasburg (engraving)
1618295 Fetes at Strasburg (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fetes at Strasburg. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 31 July 1852)

The Cathedral in Strasburg (b / w photo)
5212549 The Cathedral in Strasburg (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Cathedral in Strasburg)

Pate de Foie Gras at Strasburg (engraving)
1057643 Pate de Foie Gras at Strasburg (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pate de Foie Gras at Strasburg)

Schumanns Opera, "Genoveva, "at Drury Lane, Count Siegfried consulting the Magic Mirror of the Witch Margaret
1063275 Schumanns Opera, " Genoveva, " at Drury Lane, Count Siegfried consulting the Magic Mirror of the Witch Margaret (engraving) by Paget

Sketches on the Way to Vienna (engraving)
1105318 Sketches on the Way to Vienna (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches on the Way to Vienna)

In the trenches before Strasburg, September 1870 (engraving)
959069 In the trenches before Strasburg, September 1870 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: In the trenches before Strasburg, September 1870)

French troops leaving Strasburg after the capitulation, September 1870 (engraving)
959068 French troops leaving Strasburg after the capitulation, September 1870 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Mass of Saint Gregory, 1511. Creator: Hans Baldung (German, 1484 / 85-1545)
The Mass of Saint Gregory, 1511. Saint Gregory was a 4th-century pope and one of the fathers of the early Roman Church. This painting depicts the popular legend in which Gregory once overheard an

Architect Erwin von Steinbach with his daughter Sabina (Illustration from the Geschichte des deutschen Volkes by E)
Architect Erwin von Steinbach with his daughter Sabina (Illustration from the Geschichte des deutschen Volkes by E. Duller), 1840. From a private collection

Stone Masons Of Strasburg From Seal Circa 1725 From The Book The History Of Freemasonry Volume Ii Published By Thomas C. Jack London 1883

Seal Of The Masons Of Strasburg Ad 1524 From The Book The History Of Freemasonry Volume Ii Published By Thomas C. Jack London 1883

Strasburg Cathedral, Margaret Of Anjou, 1429-1482. Queen Of King Henry Vi Of England, And Philipson. Engraved By R. Staines After J. Franklin

Bas-Rhin, France - Strasbourg Cathedral
Bas-Rhin, France - The exterior of Strasbourg Cathedral, an example of Gothic architecture and the second largest cathedral in all of France

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Strasbourg: A Tapestry of History and Beauty Step into the enchanting city of Strasbourg, where history comes alive in every corner. Known as the birthplace of the first authenticated Christmas tree, this charming French town holds a special place in holiday traditions. As you wander through its streets, you'll come across a mesmerizing sculpture on the Synagogue that tells tales of resilience and unity. It stands as a testament to Strasbourg's rich cultural heritage. Venturing beyond France's borders, we find ourselves in Germany's Mecklenburg-Vorpommern region, specifically Vorpommern-Greifswald. Here lies another connection to Strasburg - the vibrant corn poppy. Its delicate bud symbolizes hope and new beginnings. Speaking of blossoms, an exquisite flower pot with stand from 1890/1900 catches our eye. Crafted by an unknown artist, it showcases the timeless beauty that transcends generations. Transporting us back to 1818 is a captivating depiction of men and women from Strasbourg donning traditional costumes. Their attire reflects not only their fashion but also their deep-rooted pride in their Alsace heritage. The architecture lovers among us will be captivated by an engraving showcasing a house from the thirteenth century - a true marvel frozen in time. And just around the corner is another etching capturing lively festivities at Strasburg; joyous celebrations that have echoed through centuries. Traveling further brings us to Baden, Germany, where we encounter Peasant women adorned in traditional attire from 1818. These images remind us how culture intertwines with daily life and shapes communities for generations to come. No visit would be complete without witnessing the grandeur Cathedral towering over its streets like guardians watching over this historic cityscape captured so beautifully in engravings throughout time. Finally, gazing upon yet another engraving reveals fortifications encircling Strasbourg, a testament to its strategic importance throughout history.