Galleries
Exotic and domestic animals represented in art and photography.
Fishing is an ancient practice dating back millennia that occupies and employs people to catch, process and prepare fish for human consumption. Traditionally part of community life, fishing is increasingly done at industrial scale.
The grape harvest in Hungary lasts from St. Michael's Day (September 29) to St. Simon Jude's Day (October 28). At the end of September, the vineyards are filled with harvest workers. Harvest customs include eating and drinking, singing, dancing, a…
Coffee is one of the most popular hot beverage across the world, helping people stay alert and focused. Short rests known as 'coffee breaks' have been written into labour laws of most countries. They provide a much-needed pause from work for both …
The mastery that characterises Maiolica of Castelli from XVI to XIX century in Italy can be seen in this collection, which ranges from the distinctive majolica, known for their vibrancy and detailed narratives, to the practical ceramics vessels. Each piec…
A Fibula holds clothes together - its function was similar to the modern safety pin. Known since prehistoric times and used until the Middle Ages, its ornamentation and refinement were in proportion to the wealth of the wearer. The shape of the fibulae is…
Elche is a Spanish city by the Mediterranean Sea, with two UNESCO world heritages: the Palmeral (palm grove), and the Misteri d'Elx theater play (intangible heritage).
The fire ant originates in South America and is spreading - supported by climate change - over several contintents. Its habitats expanded due to the rising temperatures and general globalization to Mexico, USA, China, Taiwan, Australia and recently to Sic…
Historical overview of technological objects used to record and reproduce sound during the 20th century: from the Edison 'Fireside' Phonograph, the Stentorphone and Auxetophone valved sound boxes for the gramophone and the HMV 2300H portable disc …
Historical overview of technological objects used to record amateur films and home movies during the 20th century: from the first substandard equipment and small-gauge equipment for the 9.5mm, 16mm and 8mm 'safety' film formats to the latest semi-…
Gallery of archive photos from Sofia over the years.
On 22 September, National Girls' Night encourages women to spend a relaxed evening with their best friends. Of course, there are many ways to celebrate Girls' Night, but whether you stay at home or go out, this night invites women to reconnect and…
Historical overview of technological objects used to view and screen movies at home: from the Kinora, Pathé KOK 28mm, Pathé Baby 9.5mm, Kodascope 16mm and 8mm film projectors at the beginning of the 20th century to Super 8 film projectors, VHS, Video2000,…
September 13 is National Kids Take Over the Kitchen Day. On this day, children are encouraged to help plan, prepare and cook the food. In our gallery, we have collected children's toys from Hungarian museums. These are miniature copies of adult kitche…
Figures of the zodiac in art through the ages and works that recall the characteristics of the zodiac signs in astrology
Photographer Wilhelm Weimar (1857-1917) had a highly individual style. His 'Herbarium' of 1901 is a unique portfolio of organic compositions that testifies to his striking sense of composition, texture and detail.
Artworks and photographs depicting bridges across Europe: spanning rivers, canals, lakes and seas to connect communities, regions and countries Curated by Europeana Common Culture project partners
On September 9, National Teddy Bear Day pays tribute to one of our favorite childhood toys. The teddy bear was named after Theodore Roosevelt, who refused to shoot a small bear cub while hunting in Mississippi in 1902. Cute teddy bears from Hungarian muse…
This phrase means the same thing in English and Hungarian (Bible, Predikátor könyve, 1:9) "... What has been will be again, what has been done will be done again; there is nothing new under the sun. ..." Paintings, photographs of the Sun.