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Erzeroum Collection

"Erzeroum: A Chronicle of Tragedy and Resilience" Step back in time to witness the haunting echoes of history through powerful engravings and photographs

Background imageErzeroum Collection: The Crisis in Constantinople, Armenian Refugees on Board the SS 'Douro'(b / w photo)

The Crisis in Constantinople, Armenian Refugees on Board the SS "Douro"(b / w photo)
1051005 The Crisis in Constantinople, Armenian Refugees on Board the SS " Douro" (b/w photo) by English photographer

Background imageErzeroum Collection: The War in Asia, Zigana, near Erzeroum (engraving)

The War in Asia, Zigana, near Erzeroum (engraving)
1589644 The War in Asia, Zigana, near Erzeroum (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War in Asia, Zigana, near Erzeroum)

Background imageErzeroum Collection: The War, Sketches from Erzeroum (engraving)

The War, Sketches from Erzeroum (engraving)
1589536 The War, Sketches from Erzeroum (engraving) by Robinson, Charles (1840-81); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War, Sketches from Erzeroum)

Background imageErzeroum Collection: A Picturesque Map of the Seat of War, in the Danubian Provinces, Turkey, Asia Minor, Southern Russia

A Picturesque Map of the Seat of War, in the Danubian Provinces, Turkey, Asia Minor, Southern Russia
1607993 A Picturesque Map of the Seat of War, in the Danubian Provinces, Turkey, Asia Minor, Southern Russia, and the Crimea (engraving) by English School

Background imageErzeroum Collection: Sketches of the War in Asia (engraving)

Sketches of the War in Asia (engraving)
1589551 Sketches of the War in Asia (engraving) by Loye, Charles Auguste (Montbard) (1841-1905); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches of the War in Asia)

Background imageErzeroum Collection: Great Eruption of Mud at Kantzorik, near Erzeroum, Asia Minor (engraving)

Great Eruption of Mud at Kantzorik, near Erzeroum, Asia Minor (engraving)
1046881 Great Eruption of Mud at Kantzorik, near Erzeroum, Asia Minor (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Great Eruption of Mud at Kantzorik, near Erzeroum)

Background imageErzeroum Collection: Ghazi Moukhtar at Erzeroum (engraving)

Ghazi Moukhtar at Erzeroum (engraving)
3637915 Ghazi Moukhtar at Erzeroum (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ghazi Moukhtar at Erzeroum)

Background imageErzeroum Collection: British Charitable Work in Turkey (engraving)

British Charitable Work in Turkey (engraving)
1050077 British Charitable Work in Turkey (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: British Charitable Work in Turkey)

Background imageErzeroum Collection: British Charitable Work in Turkey (engraving)

British Charitable Work in Turkey (engraving)
1050075 British Charitable Work in Turkey (engraving) by Corbould, Alfred Chantrey (1852-1920); Private Collection; (add.info.: British Charitable Work in Turkey)

Background imageErzeroum Collection: Armenian Orphans from Erzeroum (b / w photo)

Armenian Orphans from Erzeroum (b / w photo)
1051294 Armenian Orphans from Erzeroum (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Armenian Orphans from Erzeroum)

Background imageErzeroum Collection: Sketches of the War in Armenia (engraving)

Sketches of the War in Armenia (engraving)
1589774 Sketches of the War in Armenia (engraving) by Robinson, Charles (1840-81); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches of the War in Armenia)

Background imageErzeroum Collection: Trebizond (engraving)

Trebizond (engraving)
1602039 Trebizond (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Trebizond. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 3 March 1855)

Background imageErzeroum Collection: A Common Scene in the Streets of Erzeroum, a passing Camel Caravan (litho)

A Common Scene in the Streets of Erzeroum, a passing Camel Caravan (litho)
1041892 A Common Scene in the Streets of Erzeroum, a passing Camel Caravan (litho) by Dadd, Frank (1851-1929) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Common Scene in the Streets of Erzeroum)

Background imageErzeroum Collection: Erzeroum (engraving)

Erzeroum (engraving)
1092427 Erzeroum (engraving) by Ramage, J (fl.1860) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Erzeroum. Illustration for The Gallery of Geography by Thomas Milner (William Mackenzie, c 1880)

Background imageErzeroum Collection: Viev of Erzurum, 1878. Artist: Willmore, Arthur (1814-1888)

Viev of Erzurum, 1878. Artist: Willmore, Arthur (1814-1888)
Viev of Erzurum, 1878. From a private collection

Background imageErzeroum Collection: Great Eruption of Mud at Kantzorik, Near Erzeroum, Asia Minor, 1889

Great Eruption of Mud at Kantzorik, Near Erzeroum, Asia Minor, 1889



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"Erzeroum: A Chronicle of Tragedy and Resilience" Step back in time to witness the haunting echoes of history through powerful engravings and photographs. Erzeroum, a city steeped in sorrow, bears witness to the Armenian Massacres that scarred its streets. The engraved images depict the horrors unleashed upon innocent lives, capturing the chilling reality of "The Massacre at Erzeroum. " Amidst this darkness, flickers of hope emerge as we glimpse "The Crisis in Constantinople, " where Armenian refugees find solace aboard the SS "Douro. " These black and white photographs serve as a testament to humanity's capacity for compassion amidst chaos. From war-torn landscapes to resilient hearts, Erzeroum emerges as a symbol of strength. Sketches from within its borders reveal glimpses into life during wartime - scenes from Zigana near Erzeroum showcase both destruction and determination. As conflicts raged on, maps became more than just geographical representations; they transformed into vivid reminders of human suffering etched onto paper. "A Picturesque Map of the Seat of War" reminds us that behind every line lies stories untold. Beyond warfare's grasp lie natural wonders too incredible to ignore. Witness nature's fury with awe-inspiring engravings depicting the Great Eruption of Mud at Kantzorik near Erzeroum - an unexpected spectacle amidst turmoil. In times like these, heroes arise even amidst devastation. Ghazi Moukhtar stands tall in our collective memory as he fights for justice within these very walls - his bravery immortalized forever through evocative engravings. Yet amongst tragedy and heroism exists light born out of compassion. British Charitable Work shines brightly amid Turkey's darkest hours - their unwavering dedication captured beautifully through intricate engravings. Erzeroum remains etched in history as both a site marred by tragedy and a testament to the indomitable spirit of its people.