Alabaster Collection (#11)

Gold medallion depicting Olympias, wife of king of Macedonia, Philip II, mother of Alexander the Great
Greek civilization, 3rd century b.C. Goldsmithery. Abukir treasure. Gold medallion depicting a veiled woman identified as Olympias, wife of the king of Macedonia, Philip II

Alabaster bust on lid of urn, Etruscan civilization, 2nd century b. c
Etruscan civilization, 2nd century b.C. Alabaster lid of an urn, from Volterra, Tuscany region, Italy

Egypt, Cairo Governorate, Mit Rahina, Alabaster sphinx
Egypt - Surroundings of Cairo - Mit Rahina, ancient Memphis (UNESCO World Heritage List, 1979) - Alabaster sphinx, New Kingdom, Dynasty XVIII

Alabaster funerary sculpture known as Sarcophagus of Obese Man, from Chiusi, Siena province, Italy
Etruscan civilization, 2nd century b.C. Alabaster funerary sculpture known as Sarcophagus of the Obese Man, from Chiusi, Siena province, Italy. Detail

Alabaster urn with lid, Etruscan civilization, 2nd century b. c
Etruscan civilization, 2nd century b.C. Alabaster urn with lid, from Volterra, Tuscany region, Italy

Marble bust with alabaster head of Roman emperor of the East Leo I
Roman civilization, 5th century. Marble bust with alabaster head of the Roman emperor of the East Leo I (401-474). Detail

Grey alabaster male bust, From Uruk, Iraq, Sumerian civilization
Sumerian civilization, 4th-3rd century b.C. Grey alabaster male bust. From Uruk, Iraq

Lid of alabaster urn with portrait of Larth Sentinates Caesar, from Tomb of Pilgrim of Chiusi, Tuscany Region, Italy
Etruscan civilization. Lid of an alabaster urn with a portrait of Larth Sentinates Caesar, from the Tomb of the Pilgrim of Chiusi, Tuscany Region, Italy

Etruscan civilization, Alabaster urn with relief depicting siege of Thebes
Etruscan civilization, 4th century b.C. Alabaster urn with relief depicting the siege of Thebes

Egypt, Mit Rahina, ancient Memphis, alabaster sphinx
Egypt - Surroundings of Cairo - Mit Rahina, ancient Memphis (UNESCO World Heritage List, 1979) - Alabaster sphinx, New Kingdom, Dynasty XVIII

Alabaster urn depicting the killing of the suitors of Penelope or Proci, Etruscan civilization
Etruscan civilization. Alabaster urn depicting the killing of the suitors of Penelope or Proci

Alabaster statuette in female form, circa 2500 b. c. from Temple of Ishtar at Mari, Tell Hariri (Syria)
Sumerian civilization, 3rd millenium b.C. Alabaster statuette in female form, circa 2500 b.C. From the Temple of Ishtar at Mari, Tell Hariri (Syria)

Alabaster statue of seated female figure, 2500-2400 b. c. from Mari, Tell Hariri (Syria)
Sumerian civilization, 3rd millenium b.C. Alabaster statue of a seated female figure. 2500-2400 b.C. From Mari, Tell Hariri (Syria)

Alabaster statue portraying wounded Gallic warrior
Roman civilization, 1st-2nd century A.D. Alabaster statue portraying a wounded Gallic warrior

Kingdom of Psamtik I, cube shaped alabaster statue found incomplete in a sculptors workshop
Egyptian civilization, Late Period, Dynasty XXVI. Kingdom of Psamtik I. Cube shaped alabaster statue found incomplete in a sculptors workshop. Height 53.5 cm

OLLER, Pere (15th century). Altarpiece of Saint Mary and Saint Peter. 1420. SPAIN. Vic. Cathedral. Old High Altar of the cathedral. Alabaster. Detail with scene of the Birth. Gothic art. Sculpture

Adoration of the Magi (15th c. ). Alabaster. English
Adoration of the Magi (15th c.). Alabaster. English school. Gothic art. Sculpture. SPAIN. Madrid. National Museum of Archaeology

ALOY DE MONTBRAY (14th century). Royal sepulchres of Poblet monastery, 1359 - 1382. SPAIN. Vimbod� Monastery of Poblet. Martin of Aragons alabaster tomb. Gothic art. Sculpture

JOAN, Pere or Pere Johan (1398-1458). SPAIN. Tarragona. Cathedral of St. Mary. Iconic predella of Saint Pauls preaching. Detail. Catalano-Aragonese school. 15th c

LOME, Jehan (1505-1566). Sepulchre of Carlos III and Do񡠌 eonor. 1413-1419. SPAIN. Pamplona. Cathedral of St. Mary. Made in alabaster. Gothic art. Relief

SPAIN. Vimbod�Monastery of Poblet. Cister Monasteries
SPAIN. Vimbod� Monastery of Poblet. Cister Monasteries Route. Monastery of Santa Maria de Poblet. Interior of the church. Choir chairs and alabaster altapiece by Damiࠆ orment

CASCALLS, Jaume (?-1379); JOHN I of Aragon (1350-1396). King of Aragon (1387-1396), son of Peter IV of Aragon. Sepulchre of Juan I of Aragon. Detail of the head. Catalan school. Alabaster

Egypt, Memphis (aka Menufer). Alabaster sphinx of Amenophis II

Fourth President of the United States. Marble and alabaster bas relief, 1792, by Giuseppe Ceracchi
JAMES MADISON (1751-1836). Fourth President of the United States. Marble and alabaster bas relief, 1792, by Giuseppe Ceracchi

CAIRO: HOUSE INTERIOR. Interior of a house in Cairo, Egypt. Line engraving, English, 1849

ROXANA TRAGAEDIA, 1632. Frontispiece vignette for the play by William Alabaster, published in London, 1632

Pittsford Italian Quarry, West Vermont. A marble and alabaster mine. Date: circa 1910

Roman statue of Artemis. In Grecian mythology Artemis was the goddess of the moon and hunting, agriculture and chastity, and was known as Diana by the Romans

SUMER: UR-NINGIRSU. Neo-Sumerian alabaster head of Ur-Ningirsu, son of Gudea, c2100 B. C
SUMER: UR-NINGIRSU. Neo-Sumerian alabaster head of Ur-Ningirsu, son of Gudea, c2100 B.C

Alabaster scarab beetles, Khan el Khalili Bazaar, Cairo, Egypt

Dolmabahce Palace - view from the Bosphorus
Dolmabahce Palace - Late Imperial Palace on the Bosphorus. Commisioned by Abdul Mecit (1839-61) - architect Nikogos Balyn who in collaboration with his Father completed construction in 1853

The Dolmabahce Palace, Constantinople. Commisioned by Abdul Mecit (1839-61) - architect Nikogos Balyn who in collaboration with his Father completed construction in 1853

Sphinx at Memphis
A sphinx statue at Memphis in alabaster c.1567-1320 BC. 8 metres long and 4.25 metres tall

Detail of the 18th century alabaster facade of Marques de Dos Aguas Palace in Baroque style, Valencia, Spain, Europe

Alabaster boat showing the head of a Syrian ibex and a figure thought to be princess Mutnedjmet on the prow, from the tomb of the pharaoh Tutankhamun, discovered in the Valley of the Kings, Thebes

Alabaster lamp in shape of three lotus flowers, from the tomb of the pharaoh Tutankhamun, discovered in the Valley of the Kings, Thebes, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Stoppers in the form of the kings head from the four canopic urns, from the tomb of the pharaoh Tutankhamun, discovered in the Valley of the Kings, Thebes, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Stopper in the form of the kings head from one of the four canopic urns, from the tomb of the pharaoh Tutankhamun, discovered in the Valley of the Kings, Thebes, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Inlaid alabaster unguent jar in the form of an ibex, with one natural horn, from the tomb of the pharaoh Tutankhamun, discovered in the Valley of the Kings, Thebes, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Detail of a painted alabaster unguent jar, from the tomb of the pharaoh Tutankhamun, discovered in the Valley of the Kings, Thebes, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Painted alabaster unguent jar showing hunting scene, with the king as a lion, from the tomb of the pharaoh Tutankhamun, discovered in the Valley of the Kings, Thebes, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Lid of an alabaster jar decorated with a bird in a nest and eggs in a bowl, from the tomb of the pharaoh Tutankhamun, discovered in the Valley of the Kings, Thebes, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

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"Unveiling the Timeless Beauty of Alabaster: From Ancient Artifacts to Modern Masterpieces" Step into a world where history and art intertwine, as the delicate beauty takes center stage. Just like the majestic Winged Assyrian Bull that once guarded ancient palaces or the thrilling scenes of an Assyrian Lion Hunt depicted in stone relief panels, it has long been revered for its ethereal charm. Gertrude Hermes, a visionary sculptor, designer, and engraver, breathed life into this translucent stone with her masterful creations. Her alabaster statue of Queen Elizabeth I from the 16th century stands as a testament to both her skill and the enduring allure of this material. Travel back in time to Tutankhamun's tomb and marvel at an exquisite alabaster vase adorned with intricate floral garlands. Its craftsmanship reflects the reverence Egyptians held for this precious stone. Even in more recent times, alabaster continues to captivate hearts. A vibrant colour photolithograph recruiting poster after TEC transports us to 1965 when it was used as a medium for artistic expression. Delicate yet durable Sangers wax-work models showcase how artists have harnessed alabaster's versatility throughout history. These lifelike figures stand as proof that even in its solid form they can evoke emotions and tell stories. Imagine standing before Lamassu or Bull-man guarding Sargon II's Palace gate - their imposing presence carved meticulously from pure white alabaster demands awe and respect. Beyond sculptures and reliefs lie unexpected uses for this enchanting stone. The Cunard Line cabin lamp crafted from gilt brass and adorned with touches adds elegance to oceanic journeys while illuminating memories made on board.