British Museum Collection (#6)

Henry Salt, 1827 (engraving)
6041541 Henry Salt, 1827 (engraving) by Halls, John James (1776-1853) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Salt (1780-1827) English artist, traveller, collector of antiquities, diplomat

The late Mr Thomas Davies (engraving)
1603926 The late Mr Thomas Davies (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The late Mr Thomas Davies)

Colossal Figures from Easter Island, at the British Museum (engraving)
3627378 Colossal Figures from Easter Island, at the British Museum (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Colossal Figures from Easter Island)

The British Museum, London (engraving)
3639812 The British Museum, London (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The British Museum, London.); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection

Momies de chacal et de chat conservees au British Museum, a Londres (engraving)
3646036 Momies de chacal et de chat conservees au British Museum, a Londres (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Greek Sphinx (engraving)
3653671 Greek Sphinx (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Greek Sphinx, from a sculpture in British Museum)

British Museum, Egyptian Saloon (engraving)
3655800 British Museum, Egyptian Saloon (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: British Museum, Egyptian Saloon)

Agrippa (engraving)
3635342 Agrippa (engraving) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Agrippa. Illustration for Illustrations of School Classics arranged and described by G F Hill)

The recovery of the standards of Crassus (engraving)
3635340 The recovery of the standards of Crassus (engraving) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The recovery of the standards of Crassus)

Bacchic Procession (engraving)
3635223 Bacchic Procession (engraving) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bacchic Procession)

Athenian silver money (engraving)
3635372 Athenian silver money (engraving) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Athenian silver money)

Perseus of Macedon, BC 178-168 (engraving)
3635327 Perseus of Macedon, BC 178-168 (engraving) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Perseus of Macedon, BC 178-168)

Antiochus III the Great, king of Syria, 222-187 BC (engraving)
3635324 Antiochus III the Great, king of Syria, 222-187 BC (engraving) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Antiochus III the Great, king of Syria, 222-187 BC)

Philip V of Macedon, BC 220-179 (engraving)
3635322 Philip V of Macedon, BC 220-179 (engraving) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Philip V of Macedon, BC 220-179)

Torquatus (engraving)
3635319 Torquatus (engraving) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Torquatus. Illustration for Illustrations of School Classics arranged and described by G F Hill)

Lion from the palace of Assurnazirpal, Nimroud, British Museum (engraving)
672427 Lion from the palace of Assurnazirpal, Nimroud, British Museum (engraving) by Perrot, Georges (1832-1914) and Chipiez

George IIIs Library, British Museum (engraving)
663638 George IIIs Library, British Museum (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: George IIIs Library, British Museum)

Copper Coin of Hadrian, from one in the British Museum (engraving)
670366 Copper Coin of Hadrian, from one in the British Museum (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Copper Coin of Hadrian, from one in the British Museum)

British Museum (engraving)
582469 British Museum (engraving) by Schnebbelie, Robert Blemell (fl.1803-d.1849); Private Collection; (add.info.: British Museum)

British Museum, New Building (engraving)
582458 British Museum, New Building (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: British Museum, New Building.); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection; English

The Long Room, The British Museum (engraving)
582450 The Long Room, The British Museum (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Long Room, The British Museum)

Model of the car of juggernaut (engraving)
605396 Model of the car of juggernaut (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Model of the car of juggernaut, in the British Museum)

Tom and Bob in search of the antiques (coloured engraving)
605371 Tom and Bob in search of the antiques (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: British Museum - Tom and Bob in search of the antiques)

Gallery of Athenian Antiquities (engraving)
605397 Gallery of Athenian Antiquities (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cover of The Penny Magazine of the Society for the Diffusion of Useful Knowledge)

The new reading room at the British Museum (engraving)
605393 The new reading room at the British Museum (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The new reading room at the British Museum, London)

Elgin Room at the British Museum (engraving)
605391 Elgin Room at the British Museum (engraving) by Jewitt, Llewellyn (1816-1886) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Interior of the Elgin Room at the British Museum)

The new Coral Room at the British Museum (engraving)
605376 The new Coral Room at the British Museum (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The new Coral Room at the British Museum, London)

International Congress of Orientalist Examining the Rosetta Stone at the British Museum (engraving)
611137 International Congress of Orientalist Examining the Rosetta Stone at the British Museum (engraving) by English School

Figure 2 from the Romance of the Rose, c 1480, in the British Museum, Harl Ms 4425
LLM457994 Figure 2 from the Romance of the Rose, c 1480, in the British Museum, Harl Ms 4425 by Shaw, Henry (1800-73); Private Collection; (add.info.: Figure 2 from the Romance of the Rose, c 1480)

Philip, Duke of Burgundy, c 1460
LLM457978 Philip, Duke of Burgundy, c 1460 by Shaw, Henry (1800-73); Private Collection; (add.info.: Philip, Duke of Burgundy, c 1460, From the British Museum, Harl Ms 6199)

Plate from Illuminated Manuscripts in the British Museum: Miniatures
451687 Plate from Illuminated Manuscripts in the British Museum: Miniatures, Borders and Initials (colour litho) by Wallis, George (1811-91); 27.8x38 cm; Wolverhampton Art Gallery, West Midlands

Plate from Illuminated Manuscripts in the British Museum: Miniatures
451685 Plate from Illuminated Manuscripts in the British Museum: Miniatures, Borders and Initials (colour litho) by Wallis, George (1811-91); 38x27.8 cm; Wolverhampton Art Gallery, West Midlands

Parthenon sculptures: North Frieze, British Museum (b / w photo)
6000893 Parthenon sculptures: North Frieze, British Museum (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: North Frieze, British Museum)

Parthenon sculptures: South frieze, British Museum (b / w photo)
6000887 Parthenon sculptures: South frieze, British Museum (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: South frieze, British Museum)

Illustration for The Anatomy of the External Forms of Man: Elgin Marbles, The Ilyssus (litho)
5997961 Illustration for The Anatomy of the External Forms of Man: Elgin Marbles, The Ilyssus (litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Elgin Marbles, The Ilyssus)

Aerial view of the British Museum, London (b / w photo)
5996682 Aerial view of the British Museum, London (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Aerial view of the British Museum, London)

Reading Room of the library of the British Museum, London (b / w photo)
6015575 Reading Room of the library of the British Museum, London (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Nimroud Sculptures, just received at the British Museum (engraving)
1618035 The Nimroud Sculptures, just received at the British Museum (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Nimroud Sculptures)

British Museum, Additional Library (engraving)
582448 British Museum, Additional Library (engraving) by Jewitt, Llewellyn (1816-1886) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: British Museum)

Facsimile of a Study by Raphael (engraving)
6018921 Facsimile of a Study by Raphael (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Facsimile of a Study by Raphael)

Types of canoes (litho)
6013508 Types of canoes (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Types of canoes. Illustration for The Harmsworth Encylopaedia (c 1922).); © Look and Learn

The Kings Library (engraving)
654223 The Kings Library (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Kings Library. Illustration from Old and New London by Edward Walford (Cassell, c 1880)

Le British Museum, illustration from La Rue a Londres, pub. by G
621458 Le British Museum, illustration from La Rue a Londres, pub. by G. Charpentier et Cie, 1884 (litho) by Lancon, Auguste Andre (1836-87); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; French

British Museum extension buildings and the British Museum Avenue; Southampton Row, looking north
5990613 British Museum extension buildings and the British Museum Avenue; Southampton Row, looking north, from Theobalds Road (b/w photo) by English Photographer

A charioteer about to mount his chariot (photo)
6004014 A charioteer about to mount his chariot (photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A charioteer about to mount his chariot)

Interior view of the British Museum showing the gallery containing animal exhibits, c
5890800 Interior view of the British Museum showing the gallery containing animal exhibits, c.1880 (wash & bodycolour on paper) by Tidmarsh

Elevation of Montague House to the court of Great Russell Street, Holborn, c
5890792 Elevation of Montague House to the court of Great Russell Street, Holborn, c.1725 (engraving) by Campbell, Colen (1676-1729); length: 38 cm; London Metropolitan Archives

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The British Museum in London, England is a treasure trove of history and culture from all corners of the world. One of its most famous exhibits is the Rosetta Stone, a key to deciphering ancient Egyptian hieroglyphs. Visitors marvel at this artifact that unlocked the secrets of an ancient civilization. Another fascinating piece on display is the Battersea Shield, dating back to the early Iron Age in the first century AD. This Celtic masterpiece showcases intricate designs and craftsmanship that transport you back in time. For lovers of Greek mythology, the Horse of Selene from the Parthenon is a must-see. This stunning sculpture captures the grace and power of these mythical creatures. Art enthusiasts will appreciate Albrecht Durer's "The Man of Sorrows, " a poignant depiction that evokes deep emotions. The attention to detail and skillful technique make it a true masterpiece. Stepping into the Great Court at the British Museum feels like entering another world altogether. The grandeur and architectural beauty are awe-inspiring, making it a favorite spot for visitors to gather and soak in their surroundings. History buffs can explore artifacts like an Anglo-Saxon brooch or Leonardo da Vinci's portrayal of A Condottiere from 1480. These pieces offer glimpses into different eras and cultures, showcasing humanity's rich heritage. Delving further into Britain's past, pottery cremation urns from Loveden Hill reveal insights into Anglo-Saxon burial practices during the 6th-7th century. It serves as a reminder that even everyday objects hold stories waiting to be discovered. Capturing moments frozen in time, vintage photographs depict scenes both inside and outside this iconic institution. From street views with bustling crowds to serene reading rooms filled with knowledge seekers, they showcase how integral this museum has been throughout history. Whether you're fascinated by ancient civilizations or intrigued by artistic masterpieces, visiting London's British Museum promises an unforgettable journey through time and across continents.