Greece Collection (#6)

Aeropagus debating in ancient Athens
Gathering of the Areopagus, a deliberative court that met in the open air, ancient Athens. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Ancient Olympic Games
Racers cheered at the finish line in the Olympic Games, ancient Greece. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th century illustration

Discussions in ancient Athens, circa 400 BC
Citizens of Athens engaged in discussions during the time of Pericles, 5th century BC. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

First Balkan War (1912 - 1913) - Hand-to-hand combat
Hand-to-hand combat during the First Balkan War as Greek troops overun a Turkish gun battery. The war lasted from October 1912 to May 1913, pitted the Balkan League (Serbia, Montenegro, Greece)

Greece Salonika
The harbour of Salonika, seen from the sea

Thira (Fira), Santorini, Cyclades Islands, Greece Santorini / Night View, Thira (Fira), Cyclades Islands, Greece

Poros Island at sunset time, Argolida, Peloponnese, Greece

Vai Beach, Crete Island, Greece

Port of Kos Town, Kos, Dodecanese Islands, Greece

Old Map of Greece with the Ionian Isles 1852 by Henry George Collins
This is a finely detailed map of Greece remastered from a rare Atlas of the World published in 1852 by Henry George Collins

Skoutari, Mani Peninsula, The Peloponnese, Greece, Southern Europe

The Coastline at Kardamyli, Mani Peninsula, The Peloponnese, Greece, Southern Europe

Rhodes Town, Rhodes, Greece

Local Architecture, Patmos, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Greece, Europe

Greece, Cyclades, Oia town and Santorini Caldera

Upper view of the Acropolis from Philopappos hill at sunset, Athens, Attica region, Greece, Europe

Greece, Santorini, Oia. Blue house and stairway. Credit as: Jim Nilsen / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont.com

Three men in traditional Greek Costume - Athens, Greece. Date: circa 1910s

Gnarled trunk of an Olive tree (Olea europea) Kolimvaro, Crete, Greece, April 2009

Bronze Portrait Head of Philosopher, found in sea of Antikythera, circa late 3rd century BC. Probably Bion of Borysthenes, a cynic in 4th century BC

A gorgon and panthers from the pediment of the temple of Artemis on Corfu
The archaic west pediment of the temple of Artemis on Corfu, showing Medusa in the centre fleeing from Perseus. On the left side is Pegasus, and on the right is Chyrisppus

Apollo offering a libation to the raven, kylix, 5th century BC
Attic White Ground kylix of the early 5th century BC. Showing Apollo sitting on a stool performing a libation whilst holding a lyre. A raven looks

Greece, Ionian Islands, Zakynthos, Navagio (shipwreck) beach

Greece, Cyclades, Firostefani and Santorini Caldera

Byzantine icon. Crucifixion. 9th-13th century. Byzantine Mus
Byzantine art. Eastern Roman Empire. Icon. Crucifixion. 9th-13th century. Byzantine Museum. Athens. Greece. Date: 20070529

Greece. Athens. Parthenon. Head of horse from the chariot of the moon-goddes Selene. East pediment. 5th C. BC. British Museum. London. United Kingdom

Three Goddesses. Hestia, Dione and Aphrodite. East Pediment
Three Goddesses. Hestia, Dione and Aphrodite. From the East Pediment of the Parthenon, Athens. High Classical Greek. 438-432 BC. British Museum. London. England. United Kingdom

Orpheus playing his lyre. Relief from Thessaloniki. Greece
Orpheus, wearing a Phrygian cap and surrounded by the beasts charmed by the music of his lyre. Relief from Thessaloniki. Greece

Johann Matthias von der Schulenburg (1661-1747). Corfu. Gree
Johann Matthias von der Schulenburg (1661-1747). Marshal defender of the city of Corfu of the Turkish invasion of 1716. Marble statue. Corfu. Ionian Islands. Greece

Man with a glass. (2800-2300B. C. ). Cycladic Art. Ancient per
Cycladic Art. Ancient period II. Greece. Man with a glass. Canonical style. Belongs to the Syros phase (2800-2300 b.C.). Museum of Cycladic and Ancient Greek Art. Athens. Greece

Prince Philip & Prince Michael of Romania riding
Prince Philip of Greece & Denmark, later Duke of Edinburgh, consort of Queen Elizabeth II (born 1921), seen as a young boy (far right), riding a pony on the beach, accompanied by his eldest sister

Aristotle (384 BC - 322 BC), Greek philosopher
Illustration of a Aristotle (384 BC - 322 BC), Greek philosopher

Balkan Peninsula in 1878, lithograph
Ancient map Balkan. The political classification of the Balkan Peninsula after the Treaty of Berlin in 1878. Lithograph, published in 1878

Battle of Pharsalus
The Battle of Pharsalus in Greece during Caesars Civil War, 9th August 48 BC. Julius Caesars troops were victorious over Pompey the Great, despite their vastly inferior numbers

Wildly romantic coast near Paleokastritsa, Corfu Island, northwestern Corfu, Ionian Islands, Greece, Southern Europe

Turkish Barber at Thessaloniki, Greece. Date: circa 1907

Thessaloniki, Greece - Turkish Coffee Shop Waiter. Date: circa 1910s

Greece, Scio or Chio Island in Aegean Sea by unknown Genovese artist, 15th century
Greece, 15th century. Scio or Chio Island in the Aegean Sea. Painting by an unknown Genovese artist

PRAXITELES (flourished 370, -330 BC). Hermes bearing the infant Dionysus. ca. 330 BC. Hermes carrying the child Dionysus to the nymphs who were charged with his rearing. Classical Greek art

Greece, Santorini, Oia. Blue domed church overlooking the Sea of Crete

Along the cliff of Oia, view the boats docked in the water, Greece

Tatler front cover of Duchess of Kent in her wedding gown
H.R.H The Duchess of Kent, formerly Princess Marina of Greece, pictured in her wedding dress of white and silver floral brocade designed by Captain Edward Molyneux

Royal Wedding 1934 - brides dress and Trent Park
Page from the Illustrated London News showing the wedding dress of Princess Marina of Greece on display alongside the wedding presents at St. Jamess Palace

Poster advertising holidays in Greece, with an idyllic view of the Bay of Athens. 20th century

Map of Greece, 1792
Map of Greece and Greek islands plus Romania (which appears on this map to be incorrectly labelled or positioned south of Bulgaria), Macedonia, Albania and parts of Turkey and Italy

Marriage of Princess Sophia of Greece / Don Juan Carlos of S
The wedding, in Athens, of Princess Sophia of Greece, now Queen Sofia of Spain (born 1938) and Infante Juan Carlos of Spain, now King Juan Carlos I of Spain (born 1938) on 14 May 1962. Date: 1962

Colossus of Rhodes statue
Colossus of Rhodes. Historical artwork showing the vast bronze statue of the Greek sun god Helios (later identified with Apollo, the god of light), at the entrance of the harbour at Rhodes

GREECE: THEATRICAL MASK. Ancient Greek bronze mask of tragedy

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"Greece: A Tapestry of History, Culture, and Natural Beauty" Immerse yourself in the rich heritage as you explore its captivating landscapes and delve into its ancient history. From the Greek Orthodox icon of Christ's resurrection in Thessalonica to the vibrant city of Macedonia, this country is a treasure trove for history enthusiasts. Embark on a journey through time with maps showcasing Ancient Greece and the Byzantine Empire. Trace Apostle Paul's Missionary Journeys, depicted in an exquisite lithograph from 1886, and marvel at Hermes' artistic masterpiece from the same era. Indulge your senses with breathtaking sunsets over Santorini's coastal town of Oia. Let the colors dance across your soul as you witness nature's canvas painting a picture-perfect moment. Discover how Ancient Greece flourished by exploring its colonies around the Aegean Sea. Uncover hidden gems like Symi Harbour in Dodecanese, where echoes of Greek mythology still resonate today. Marvel at the grandeur of the Ancient Persian Empire through an intricately detailed map that showcases their vast territories. Witness how Byzantine power evolved throughout centuries with a map depicting their empire during the 9th century. Finally, gaze upon a 14th-century icon portraying Archangel Michael in all his glory within Byzantine artistry. Feel a sense of awe as you contemplate this spiritual masterpiece that has stood the test of time. Greece beckons you to immerse yourself in its fascinating past while embracing its enchanting present. Whether it be historical landmarks or natural wonders, this country offers an unforgettable experience that will leave you captivated and yearning for more.