Sigüenza célèbre les 900 ans de la Reconquête musulmane du 12 au 14 juillet 2024. Historiquement chrétienne, la ville a été sous les Wisigoths pendant 292 ans et a été influencée par le christianisme comme religion d'État. Elle vise à devenir une destination touristique et a une candidature au patrimoine culturel mondial.
Le premier rassemblement de milice aux États-Unis a eu lieu le 16 septembre 1565 à Saint-Augustin. Les miliciens protégeaient les fournitures pendant que leur chef, Pedro Menéndez de Avilés, attaquait Fort Caroline. La Garde nationale, principalement une milice étatique, est honorée le 4 juillet et le Memorial Day.
Les camions de pompiers, colorés et équipés de feux, klaxons et sirènes variés, sont essentiels pour le service public. Ils interviennent en cas d'incendie ou d'accident. En hommage aux pompiers et secouristes, nous vous invitons à découvrir notre sélection de photos.
Nikolay Bessonov, né en 1962 à Moscou et décédé en 2013, était un artiste talentueux connu pour ses peintures romantiques de Roms et ses illustrations sur la persécution des sorcières médiévales. Ce livret, réalisé à partir de ses œuvres lors d'une exposition en 1997, rend hommage à son talent et son amitié avec la communauté rom.
Explore Edo, now Tokyo, through the eyes of Utagawa Hiroshige in this captivating 1850s tourist guide. It offers a unique glimpse into the vibrant culture, landscapes, and daily life of the era, showcasing Hiroshige's artistry and perspective. The guide serves as a historical document, blending travel insights with artistic expression, making it an enriching experience for readers interested in Japan's past and its evolution into a modern metropolis.
The reader may already be acquainted with Hiroshige ́s Hoeidō series (1833-34) of The Fifty-Three Stations of the Tōkaidō, author's ISBN 978-1-956215-09-0. This was the most popular print series ever made in Japan. In this Tōkaidō series we follow the two scoundrels Yaji and Kita on their pilgrimage to the Grand Shrines of Ise and later travelling to Kyoto and Osaka, in the 60 prints by Fujikawa Tamenobu based on the 1802 novel by Ikku Jippensha. Fujikawa Tamenobu's 60 prints from 1890 are broadly based on Hiroshige's Tōkaidō landscape series but also draw from the old master Hokusai's humorous Tōkaidō series from 1802 through 1806. The reader experiences the same journey and can compare to the Hoeidō series. It is possible to travel the same road today and some villages are still looking quite like they did back then. The postal stations were constructed between 1601 and 1624.
Utagawa Hiroshige's two Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji series, 1852 and 1858, are both a copy act and in themselves innovative artistic endeavors. Katsushika Hokusai published his famous series Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji in 1830-1832 and it influenced Hiroshige tremendously to do his own series Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji series 1852, and 1858, which we deal with here. Hiroshige shifted to the vertical portrait format with novel and interesting results. It is in the same vertical format for landscapes that Hiroshige used in his innovative series Hundred Famous Views of Edo created with Eisen in 1835 - 1842 It is possible to travel to see the same sites today and enjoy the views of Mt Fuji, which are still very important to the Japanese.
Exploring the scenic beauty of Japan, this work by Utagawa Kunisada presents a journey through the 53 stations of the Tokaido, highlighting the rich cultural tapestry of the region. Each station serves as a gateway to the landscapes, traditions, and daily life of the time, offering readers an immersive experience into Japan's historical and artistic heritage.
This work features a collection of illustrations depicting the renowned locations along the Fifty-three Stations, showcasing the beauty and cultural significance of each site. The illustrations not only capture the scenic landscapes but also highlight the historical context and stories associated with these locations, making it a visual journey through a celebrated route. The book serves as both an artistic tribute and a cultural exploration, appealing to lovers of art, history, and travel.
Experience the historical journey from Edo to Kyoto through the eyes of Utagawa Hiroshige, who traveled this route in 1832 for a significant procession. The narrative captures the landscapes, culture, and vibrant life of Japan during this period, offering a rich depiction of the scenery and experiences along the way. Hiroshige's perspective provides insight into the art and society of the time, making it a fascinating exploration of a pivotal moment in Japanese history.