Ancient City Collection (#24)

Buildings in Ostia, the main port of Rome, 2nd century

Main street of the Roman port of Ostia
Main street (the Via Decumanius) of Ostia, the port of Rome

Remains of the baths of Antoninus Pius in Carthage, 2nd century
Remains of the baths of Antoninus Pius (19 September 86 - 7 March 161) in Carthage, 2nd century

Roman house built below ground level, 2nd century BC
Roman house built below ground level at Bulla Regia in Tunisia, 2nd century BC

The calidarium of the Forum baths in the Roman town of Pompeii, 1st century
The calidarium of the Forum baths in Pompeii, 1st century

House of the Vettii in the Roman town of Pompeii, 1st century
House of the Vettii in Pompeii, showing the gardens and peristyle, 1st century

Roman gold hair-ornament from Carthage, 3rd century
Roman gold hair-ornament, from Tunis. It has sapphires, emeralds, and pearls, 3rd century

Etruscan tombs in the necropolis at Caere, 9th century BC

Mycenaean terracotta bull, from the National Museums collection in Athens

Roman bronze bust of the god Serapis, 4th century
Bronze bust of Serapis, an Alexandrian deity assimilated with Zeus. The piece is in the style of the Greek sculptor Bevasis of the 4th century

Roman baths in Bulla Regia, 1st century BC
Roman baths in Bulla Regia, Tunisia, 1st century BC

Roman mosaic of Ganymede and Zeus, 3rd century
Roman mosaic of Ganymede and Zeus from Souisse, Tunisa. Zeus is in the form of an eagle, and about to carry off the Trojan prince Ganymede to be his cupbearer, 3rd century

Roman wall-painting from Pompeii showing Vesuvius, 1st century
Roman wall-painting from Pompeii showing Vesuvius, snake deities, and the genius loci. Now in the National Museum in Naples, 1st century

Roman wall-painting of Priests of Isis worshipping, 1st century
Roman wall-painting of Priests of Isis worshipping, from Herculaneum. Now in the National Archaeological Museum in Naples, 1st century

Roman portrait of Terentius Neo and his wife, 1st century
Portrait of Terentius Neo and his wife from Pompeii. From the National Museums collection in Naples, 1st century

Detail of vine-scrolls on the building of Eumachia, Pompeii, 1st century
Detail of vine-scrolls on the building of Eumachia in Pompeii, 1st century

Roman wall-painting of Theseus after killing the Minotaur, 1st century
Roman wall-painting of Theseus after killing the Minotaur, from Pompeii, 1st century

Roman wall-painting from the House of the Dioscuri in Pompeii, 1st centruy
Roman wall-painting from the House of the Dioscuri in Pompeii, showing Achilles revealed by Diomedes and Odysseus in Scyros. From the National Museum in Naples, 1st century

Gravestone to a priest of Saturn in Carthage, 2nd century

Rock-cut tombs in Telmessos Lykian, 4th century BC
Rock-cut tombs in the ancient city of Telmessos Lykian, above the town, 4th century BC

Painted Mycenaean plaster head, possibly of a Sphinx
Painted 16.8cm high plaster head, possibly of a Sphinx, from Mycenae. Now in the National Museum in Athens

Mycenaean mother-goddess
Terracotta Mycenaean mother-goddess

Mycenaean gold signet ring picturing a fertility rite, 13th century BC
Mycenaean gold signet ring from Tiryns, picturing a fertility rite. A lion headed genii hold libations in front of a goddess who holds a stemmed chalice

Detail of Mycenaean bronze dagger found in a tholos tomb, 16th century
Detail of Mycenaean bronze dagger, inlaid with gold, silver and niello, showing natuli. It was found in a tholos tomb in Pylos, and is now in the National Museum in Athens, 16th century

Mycenaean amphora with an octopus, 15th century
Mycenaean amphora with an octopus, in palace style, from Prosymna. Now in the National Museum in Athens, 15th century

Mycenaean amphora with plant forms, 15th century
Mycenaean amphora with plant forms, in Palace Style, from Pylos. In the National Museum in Athens, 15th century

Roman wall mosaic of a ferry-boat, 1st century
Roman wall mosaic of a ferry-boat on the Nile, from Pompeii, 1st century

Punic and Roman streets on Byrsa hill in Carthage, 2nd century BC

The Death of Dido, 1757-1760. Artist: Giovanni Battista Tiepolo
The Death of Dido, 1757-1760. Tiepolo, Giambattista (1696-1770). Found in the collection of the State A. Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts, Moscow

Roman coins of Julius Caesar, 1st century BC
Roman denarii of Julius Caesar (January 14, 83 BC -August 1, 30 BC). On the left is an allegory of the destruction of evil by good with the snake being destroyed by the elephant

Outer gate of the ancient city of Perga, 2nd century
Outer gate of the ancient city of Perga in Turkey, built in the reign of Septimus Severus (11 April 145 -4 February 211), 2nd century

Detail of an Etruscan tomb painting showing Ceres with attendants, 6th century BC
Detail of an Etruscan tomb painting showing Ceres, holding an ear of corn, with attendants from Caere, from the Louvres collection, 6th century BC

Etruscan tomb painting of a fury carrying away a dead persons soul, 6th century BC
Etruscan tomb painting of a fury carrying away a dead persons soul, from Caere, from the Louvres collection, 6th century BC

Bronze statue in front of the temple of Apollo, Pompeii, 1st century
Bronze statue of Apollo in front of the temple of Apollo in the forum in Pompeii, 1st century

Roman food-shop in Herculaneum, 1st century
Roman food-shop in Herculaneum, a Roman town buried by the eruption of Vesuvius in 79 AD. Sunken holes in the counter were intended to hold food

Roman wall-painting of a poet from Stabiae near Pompeii, buried in the eruption of Vesuvius, from the British Museums collection

Head of Tanit on a gold tridrachm from the first Punic War against Rome, from the British Museums collection

The Rillaton Gold Cup, Early Bronze Age, 1700-1500BC, from Rillaton, Cornwall, England. Rillaton barrow was excavated in 1837 and found to contain an inhumation beneath the 25m wide barrow

Set of Mycenaean armour with cuirrass and helm, c. 16th century BC
Set of Mycenaean armour from Dendera, composed of a bronze cuirass and boars tusk helm, c16th century BC

Aphrodite from Soli, 2nd century BC
Aphrodite from Soli in the Archaeological Museums collection on Cyprus, 2nd century BC

Gold discs from Mycenae, 17th century BC
Gold discs from the womens grave in the Upper Grave Circle in Mycenae, from the National Museums collection in Athens, 17th century BC

The lion gate at Mycenae, 13th century BC

Mycenaen amphora with octopus design, 16th century BC
Mycenaen amphora with octopus design in palace style. From Prosymna in Greece, and in the National Archaeological Museum in Athens, 16th century BC

Detail of the Greek Warrior Vase, 13th century BC
Detail of the Warrior Vase, discovered in Mycenae. At the National Archaeological Museum in Athens, 13th century BC

Gold death mask of Agamemmon, 17th century BC
Gold death mask of Agamemmon from Myceneae, discovered by Schliemann. In the National Archaeological Museum in Athens, 17th century BC

Gold death mask of a Mycenaean king, 17th century BC
Gold death mask of a Mycenaean king from a shaft-grave at Myceneae, in the National Archaeological Museum in Athens, 17th century BC

Detail from a Greek geometric period vase, 9th century BC
Detail from geometric period vase, showing a man and horse. Found at Argos, Greece, and now in the Argos Museum, 9th century BC

Byzantine silk with a motif of a hero and lion, possibly Samson, from Alexandria, Damascus, or Antioch. From the Victoria and Albert Museums collection

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Step back in time and explore the wonders of an ancient city. From the breathtaking Hanging Gardens of Babylon to the vast extent of the Persian Empire, every corner holds a piece of history waiting to be discovered. Marvel at the intricate Roman mosaic depicting a loyal dog from the 1st century, reminding us that even our furry companions have been cherished throughout time. Witness Ancient Phoenician traders bustling in port, their ships filled with exotic goods and tales from distant lands. In Pompeii, immerse yourself in artistry as you gaze upon Flora or Primavera, a captivating Roman wall painting that captures nature's beauty frozen in time. Nearby lies another mosaic masterpiece - Cave Canem - showcasing a vigilant dog guarding its home. Journey further east to Tunisia's Kairouan and get lost amidst its enchanting Madina district; let your eyes feast on the vibrant blue door welcoming you into this ancient world. Delve into forgotten civilizations like Medes and Sumerians through artifacts such as cylinder-seal impressions depicting governors being introduced to kings – glimpses into power dynamics long past. Admire a striking Roman relief portraying Ganymede being carried off by Zeus himself, immortalizing mythological tales for generations to come. And lastly, witness Hercules' wild revelry frozen in stone within Herculaneum's House of Stags – a testament to both his strength and human flaws alike. An ancient city is not merely bricks and mortar but an intricate tapestry woven with stories of triumphs, tragedies, myths, and daily life. Step into these hallowed grounds where empires rose and fell; where cultures collided and blended; where art flourished alongside commerce; where legends were born.