Archaeologist Collection (page 6)

Archaeologist studying ancient rock markings made for the traduitional game of foruba, similar to solitaire
6015553 Archaeologist studying ancient rock markings made for the traduitional game of foruba, similar to solitaire, Northern Rhodesia (Zambia) (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Gaston Deschamps (oil on canvas)
1144501 Gaston Deschamps (oil on canvas) by Patricot, Jean (1865-1928); Private Collection; (add.info.: Charles Pierre Gaston Deschamps Napoleon, (1861-1931) French writer

Vue du monument eleve a la memoire de l egyptologue francais Auguste-Edouard
XEE4178359 Vue du monument eleve a la memoire de l egyptologue francais Auguste-Edouard (Auguste Edouard) Mariette (1821-1881) a Boulogne sur Mer (Boulogne-sur-Mer), Pas de Calais (62)

In November 1922, the English egyptologist Howard Carter
XEE4188656 In November 1922, the English egyptologist Howard Carter and Lord Carnarvon entered for the first time the tomb of Pharaoh Tutankhamun- Illustration from " Le Petit Journal"

Entrance of Belzoni into the Pyramid of Guizeh (Guiseh, Giza
GIA4787693 Entrance of Belzoni into the Pyramid of Guizeh (Guiseh, Giza, Giza) or Chephren (Old Empire). Giovanni Battista (Gianbattista) Belzoni (1778-1823), Italian explorer and archeologist

Portrait of Giovanni Battista (Gianbattista) Belzoni (1778-1823)
GIA4787682 Portrait of Giovanni Battista (Gianbattista) Belzoni (1778-1823), Italian explorer and archeologist, who made important archeological discoveries in Egypt

View of Abu Simbel Temple. The author Giovanni Battista (Gianbattista) Belzoni (1778-1823
GIA4787704 View of Abu Simbel Temple. The author Giovanni Battista (Gianbattista) Belzoni (1778-1823), is an Italian explorer and archeologist, has made important archeological discoveries in Egypt

Archeologists and Architects (who draw and measure), 1764. Painting by Visentini
GIA4777390 Archeologists and Architects (who draw and measure), 1764. Painting by Visentini. Venice, Gallerie dell Accademia

Portrait of Alexandre Louis Joseph, Count of Laborde (1774-1842
JLJ4581370 Portrait of Alexandre Louis Joseph, Count of Laborde (1774-1842) French archeologist and politician. Engraving of the 19th century Private Collection by Unknown Artist

Portrait of Alexandre Lenoir (1761-1839) archeologist and curator of the Musee des
JLJ4575427 Portrait of Alexandre Lenoir (1761-1839) archeologist and curator of the Musee des Monuments francais Painting by Jacques Louis David (1748-1825) 1817 Sun

The 14th century sculpture room at the Musee des Monuments Francais The French
JLJ4604329 The 14th century sculpture room at the Musee des Monuments FranAzais The French archeologist Marie Alexandre Lenoir (1761-1839) in the foreground

Egyptologist Jean Francois Champollion seated in the center
AIS5390425 Egyptologist Jean Francois Champollion seated in the center, surrounded by Ippolito Rosellini and Gaetano Rossellini by Angelelli, Giuseppe (1803-48); Museo Archeologico Nazionale

Portrait of the French Egyptologist Jean Francois (Jean-Francois) Champollion (1790-1832)
AIS5357386 Portrait of the French Egyptologist Jean Francois (Jean-Francois) Champollion (1790-1832). Engraving of the 19th century by Unknown Artist, (19th century); eIberfoto; out of copyright

Sir John Evans, 1905 (oil on canvas)
1217957 Sir John Evans, 1905 (oil on canvas) by Collier, John (1850-1934); 76.2x63.4 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; eAshmolean Museum; English, out of copyright

Johann Joachim Winckelmann, German archaeologist and historian, as a child (chromolitho)
974397 Johann Joachim Winckelmann, German archaeologist and historian, as a child (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Sir Austen Henry Layard in Albanian dress (litho)
972735 Sir Austen Henry Layard in Albanian dress (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Austen Henry Layard (1817-1894), English archeaologist, politician

Plane flying over Stonehenge, Wiltshire (b / w photo)
3094757 Plane flying over Stonehenge, Wiltshire (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Plane flying over Stonehenge, Wiltshire)

Absaloms Tomb, Praetorium, Mount Zion (colour photo)
3095102 Absaloms Tomb, Praetorium, Mount Zion (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Absaloms Tomb, Praetorium, Mount Zion)

Archaeological dig at St Peters Church, Wooten Wawen. 9th December 1974

Archaeological dig at St Peters Church, Wooten Wawen. Mrs Heather Barrie, dig director, cleaning one of the skeletons. 9th December 1974

A large part of Sandwells past will shortly be unveiled to the public following a study by leading archaeologists from all over the country

A Roman fireplace. One of the discoveries unearthed by the excavators at Housesteads fort in Northumberland in August 1931

A team of archaeologists, led by Paul Bidwell, work on a Roman Bridge site in Chollerford. The bridge, which dates back to 220 AD, crosses the River Tyne not far from Chesters Fort. 12/09/83

Archaeological dig at the former Sudeley castle, Griff, Nuneaton. It belonged to the Sudeley Family who also owned Sudeley Castle in Gloucester. 23rd August 1966

A team of archaeologists, led by Paul Bidwell, work on a Roman Bridge site in Chollerford. The bridge, which dates back to 220 AD, crosses the River Tyne not far from Chesters Fort. 12/09/83

Durham University archaeologist Max Adams athe the burial site high in the Breamish Valley, Northumberland

Archaeologists work on a dig in the Breamish Valley, Northumberland

Archaeologists at work on an urban site

Archeologist (L archeologue). Creator: Alphonse Legros
Archeologist (L archeologue)

Dr. William H. Holmes, 1931. Creator: Edmund Hodgson Smart
Dr. William H. Holmes, 1931

Sir William Hamilton, 1783-1784. Creator: George Romney
Sir William Hamilton, 1783-1784

EDOUARD LARTET
EDOUARD-ARMAND-ISIDORE- HIPPOLYTE LARTET (1801 - 1871), French archaeologist

Luigi Palma di Cesnola, 1865. Creator: Jacob D. Blondel
Luigi Palma di Cesnola, 1865

Johann Joachim Winckelmann (1717-1768), ca. 1777. Creator: Anton Raphael Mengs
Johann Joachim Winckelmann (1717-1768), ca. 1777

Giovanni Belzoni, (1778-1823), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Giovanni Belzoni, (1778-1823), 1830. Giovanni Battista Belzoni (1778-1823) Italian explorer and pioneer archaeologist of Egyptian antiquities

John Aubrey, (1626-1697), 1830. Creator: Unknown
John Aubrey, (1626-1697), 1830. John Aubrey (1626-1697) English antiquary, natural philosopher, archaeologist and writer. From " Biographical Illustrations", by Alfred Howard

Textiles, Paracas Culture, Peru, 2015. Creator: Luis Rosendo
Paracas textile, cloth, depicting anthropomotfic figures. The Paracas culture was an Andean society existing between approximately 800 BCE and 100 BCE

John Lubbock, 1896. Creator: Unknown
John Lubbock, 1896. Portrait of banker, scientist and Liberal politician Sir John Lubbock, 1st Baron Avebury (1834-1913). His Prehistoric Times, first published in 1865

Josep Puig i Cadafalch (1867-1956). Architect, archaeologist and Catalan political

Sir John Lubbock, c1875-1913. Artist: John Collier
Sir John Lubbock, c1875-1913

Archaeologist Bernardino Drovetti measuring a colossal head in the Egyptian desert, 1819
Bernardino Drovetti measuring a colossal head in the Egyptian desert, 1819. Drovetti (1776-1852) and his followers using a plumb line to measure the head

Removal of the gilt shrine from the Tomb of Tutankhamun, Valley of the Kings, Egypt, 1922-1923. Archaeologist Howard Carter walks alongside the bearers

The unofficial opening of the inner chamber of the tomb of Tutankhamun, Egypt, 1922. Dr A Gardiner and Professor Breasted

Charles Fellows with William Hawes, plants a baton on the summit of Mont Blanc, 1827. Included as an insert in A Narrative of an Ascent to the Summit of Mont Blanc by Charles Fellows

Sifting the dust from the floor of the Tomb of Tutankhamun, Valley of the Kings, Egypt, 1922. Sir Charles Cust (in soft hat), the Kings Equerry, with Mr Callender

Removing a tray of chariot parts from the Tomb of Tutankhamun, Valley of the Kings, Egypt, 1922. The discovery of Tutankhamuns tomb in 1922 by British archaeologist Howard Carter (1874-1939)

Archaeologists working at the Tomb of Tutankhamun, Valley of the Kings, Egypt, 1922. Moving the centre portion of one of the beds or couches from the tomb

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Archaeologists are the modern-day adventurers, delving into the mysteries of our past. Just like Lawrence of Arabia, they embark on daring expeditions to uncover ancient civilizations and lost treasures. With their keen eyes and meticulous methods, they bring history back to life. One such remarkable archaeologist was Gertrude Bell (1868-1926), a trailblazing woman who explored the Middle East with the same fervor as Lawrence himself. Inspired by her travels, she became an influential figure in shaping British policy in the region. In their quest for knowledge, archaeologists often find themselves surrounded by artifacts that tell captivating stories. From Thomas Jefferson's portrait from 1800 to Sir Mortimer Wheeler's groundbreaking discoveries at various sites, each relic holds a piece of our collective heritage. The likes of Petrie at Daphne or Aubrey's Plan of Avebury showcase how these experts meticulously document and analyze archaeological sites. Their attention to detail allows us to understand ancient structures and societies better than ever before. Examining Roman relics takes us back in time when empires ruled over vast territories. These remnants offer glimpses into everyday life during those times - from pottery shards to intricate mosaics; each artifact is a window into history. Schliemann's excavation at the site of Ancient Troy stands as a testament to an archaeologist's determination and passion for unearthing legendary cities thought only to exist in myths and legends. Even French statesman William Henry Waddington had an affinity for archaeology; his interest demonstrates how this field transcends borders and captivates minds across different disciplines. Perhaps one of the most iconic moments captured is Howard Carter removing treasures from Tutankhamen's tomb under its golden sphere cover. This image symbolizes not only incredible archaeological finds but also showcases how these discoveries can capture public imagination worldwide, and are more than just scientists; they are storytellers who unravel tales buried beneath layers of time.