Sturm Collection

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Tempete; Storm; Sturm (engraving)
7197704 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Tempete; Storm; Sturm (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tempete; Storm; Sturm)

Grass eggar, Lasiocampa trifolii, male, female, larva, pupa, chrysalis. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Johann Georg Klinger from Eugenius Johann Christoph Espers Die Schmetterlinge in

Oak eggar and grass eggar moths
Oak eggar variety, Lasiocampa quercus 1, 2, and grass eggar, Lasiocampa trifolii 3, 4. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Johann Georg Klinger from Eugenius Johann Christoph Espers Die

Cupid presenting the colours before the King. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by William Nelson Gardiner after an illustration by Princess Elizabeth from Thomas Parks Cupid Turned Volunteer

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Austria, Vienna, The Naschmarkt, Display of Federweisser, wine in the fermentation stage, known as Sturm in Austria, line of bottles with tasting glasses

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Austria, Vienna, The Naschmarkt, Display of Federweisser, wine in the fermentation stage, known as Sturm in Austria

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Austria, Vienna, Young couple having glass of Federweisser, wine in the fermentation stage known as Sturm in Austria seated at outside table made from a barrel

Johannes Sturm
JOHANNES STURM German educator Date: 1507 - 1589

Charles I of Austria visiting troops, Galicia, WW1
Emperor Charles I of Austria (1887-1922, reigned 1916-1918), visiting a Sturm division in the Brzezany-Tarnopol region of Galicia (Eastern Europe) during the First World War

Herder, Johann Gottfried (1744-1803). German writer and philosopher. Colored engraving

COMETS OF 1577 1680 1769
THREE EARLY COMET OBSERVATIONS - 1577, after Cornelius Gemma - 1680, after Sturm - 1769, after Messier Date: 1577, 1680, 1769

Downy Woundwort, Stachys germanica
Plate 83/11, illustration of Downy Woundwort from Deutschlands Flora (1841) by Jacob Sturm (1771-1848). Date: 1841

Julius Sturm
JULIUS STURM German writer Date: 1816 - 1896

Christoph Sturm - 1
CHRISTOPH CHRISTIAN STURM German churchman. Date: 1740 - 1786

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CHRISTOPH CHRISTIAN STURM German churchman. Date: 1740 - 1786

NEBRASKA: SETTLERS, 1903. Mike Sturm and family outside their farm in Kearney, Nebraska. Photograph by Solomon D. Butcher, 1903

Johann Christoph Friedrich Schiller (1759-1805) German poet, dramatist and historian, writer of Sturm and Drang verse plays. He numbered Goethe among his friends

STURMs COMETS 1681
Comets observed by Johann Christoph Sturm in January 1681

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"Sturm: A Journey through the Elements of Nature and Art" In the realm of art, one name that stands out is Johannes Sturm. Known for his exceptional engravings, he captured the essence of various natural phenomena with unparalleled skill. One such masterpiece is "Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Tempete; Storm; Sturm, " a visual symphony depicting the raw power and beauty of a raging tempest. As we delve deeper into Sturm's world, we encounter fascinating creatures like the Grass Eggar moth (Lasiocampa trifolii), which finds solace amidst turbulent winds. These moths, along with their counterparts - Oak Eggar moths - have adapted to thrive in adversity, reminding us that strength can be found even in chaos. But it's not just nature that captivated Sturm's imagination; historical events also stirred his creative spirit. In "Cupid presenting the colors before the King, " he immortalized a moment when love and war converged as Cupid offered vibrant banners to royalty amid stormy times. Sturm's talent extended beyond capturing fleeting moments on paper. He ventured into illustrating real-life heroism too, as seen in his portrayal of British General William Keppel storming Morro Castle. This depiction serves as a testament to human resilience and determination against seemingly insurmountable odds. Nature continues to inspire artists throughout history, from Johann Gottfried Herder's writings on its profound influence on German culture to comets blazing across our skies like celestial brushstrokes leaving indelible marks on our collective memory. Amidst this whirlwind exploration of Sturm's work lies Downy Woundwort (Stachys germanica), an unassuming plant known for its healing properties. Just like this resilient herbaceous perennial thrives despite adverse conditions, so does Johannes Sturm’s legacy endure through time – an artist who harnessed storms both literal and metaphorical to create art that resonates with generations.