Greeks Collection (#4)

Facade of the Temple of Zeus at Olympia (engraving)
8635060 Facade of the Temple of Zeus at Olympia (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Facade of the Temple of Zeus at Olympia, Greece)

Battle between Greeks and Amazons (engraving)
8635056 Battle between Greeks and Amazons (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Battle between Greeks and Amazons)

Plan of the Acropolis, Athens (engraving)
8635053 Plan of the Acropolis, Athens (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Plan of the Acropolis, Athens. Illustration from Hellas)

Divers recovering some of the Elgin Marbles from the sea nearly three years after their loss. (litho)
8641535 Divers recovering some of the Elgin Marbles from the sea nearly three years after their loss. (litho) by English School

Ancient sandal maker as pictured on the wall of the ruined temples at Thebes, Egypt (litho)
8641596 Ancient sandal maker as pictured on the wall of the ruined temples at Thebes, Egypt (litho) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The tombs of the Egyptian kings at Thebes (engraving)
8650678 The tombs of the Egyptian kings at Thebes (engraving) by Australian School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The tombs of the Egyptian kings at Thebes)

Phidias or Pheidias: Marble Head in the Louvre Museum, Paris (b/w photo)
8649872 Phidias or Pheidias: Marble Head in the Louvre Museum, Paris (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Marble Head in the Louvre Museum, Paris)

Sur L'Acropole, Grece (colour litho)
8649503 Sur L'Acropole, Grece (colour litho) by Gerardin, Auguste (1849-1933); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sur L'Acropole, Grece)

Phidias or Pheidias: Two Horae from the Eastern Pediment (engraving)
8649860 Phidias or Pheidias: Two Horae from the Eastern Pediment (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Two Horae from the Eastern Pediment)

Phidias or Pheidias: Olympos from the Eastern Pediment (engraving)
8649859 Phidias or Pheidias: Olympos from the Eastern Pediment (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Olympos from the Eastern Pediment)

Phidias or Pheidias: The Varvakeion Athene, Athens (engraving)
8649857 Phidias or Pheidias: The Varvakeion Athene, Athens (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Varvakeion Athene, Athens)

Phidias or Pheidias: Terra-Cotta Plaque, Louvre Museum, Paris (b/w photo)
8651515 Phidias or Pheidias: Terra-Cotta Plaque, Louvre Museum, Paris (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Terra-Cotta Plaque, Louvre Museum, Paris)

Alexandria, galley of Hiero II, Tyrant of Syracuse (engraving)
8635765 Alexandria, galley of Hiero II, Tyrant of Syracuse (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Alexandria, galley of Hiero II, Tyrant of Syracuse)

Colonization of Cyprus by the Phoenicians (litho)
8660878 Colonization of Cyprus by the Phoenicians (litho) by Rowlandson, George Derville (1861-1930) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Colonization of Cyprus by the Phoenicians)

Artful Trick of Peisistratus (litho)
8660818 Artful Trick of Peisistratus (litho) by Dudley, Robert Ambrose (1867-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: Artful Trick of Peisistratus)

The Burning of Sardis, BC 498 (litho)
8660817 The Burning of Sardis, BC 498 (litho) by Rowlandson, George Derville (1861-1930) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Burning of Sardis, BC 498)

Xerxes Fleet in the Bay of Casthanea (litho)
8660804 Xerxes Fleet in the Bay of Casthanea (litho) by Stewart, Allan (1865-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: Xerxes Fleet in the Bay of Casthanea)

The Revolt of Megara, BC 447 (litho)
8660776 The Revolt of Megara, BC 447 (litho) by Prescott-Davies, N. (1862-1915); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Revolt of Megara, BC 447)

Congress of Peloponnesian States at Sparta, BC 432 (litho)
8660773 Congress of Peloponnesian States at Sparta, BC 432 (litho) by Weatherstone, A.C. (fl.1888-1929); Private Collection; (add.info.: Congress of Peloponnesian States at Sparta, BC 432)

Thucydides in Exile (litho)
8660758 Thucydides in Exile (litho) by Prescott-Davies, N. (1862-1915); Private Collection; (add.info.: Thucydides in Exile)

Rebuilding the Walls of Athens, BC 393 (litho)
8660745 Rebuilding the Walls of Athens, BC 393 (litho) by Heath, Dudley (1867-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rebuilding the Walls of Athens, BC 393)

The Cretan Rebellion against the Turks, 1896 (litho)
8660704 The Cretan Rebellion against the Turks, 1896 (litho) by Woodville, Richard Caton II (1856-1927) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Cretan Rebellion against the Turks, 1896)

Empire Air Routes: The "Scipio" over Athens (colour litho)
8659270 Empire Air Routes: The "Scipio" over Athens (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The "Scipio" over Athens)

Cimon and the Painter Polygnotus (litho)
8660791 Cimon and the Painter Polygnotus (litho) by Dudley, Robert Ambrose (1867-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cimon and the Painter Polygnotus)

Porus awaits the Attack of Alexander, July 326 BC (litho)
8661021 Porus awaits the Attack of Alexander, July 326 BC (litho) by Ruith, Horace van (1839-1923); Private Collection; (add.info.: Porus awaits the Attack of Alexander, July 326 BC)

Ancient Greek coins (engraving)
8646764 Ancient Greek coins (engraving) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ancient Greek coins)

Ancient Greek coins (engraving)
8646762 Ancient Greek coins (engraving) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ancient Greek coins)

Ancient Greek coins (engraving)
8646761 Ancient Greek coins (engraving) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ancient Greek coins)

Ancient Greek coins (engraving)
8646754 Ancient Greek coins (engraving) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ancient Greek coins)

Ancient Greek coins (engraving)
8646751 Ancient Greek coins (engraving) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ancient Greek coins)

The Principal Room of the Museum at Candia, Crete (b/w photo)
8639171 The Principal Room of the Museum at Candia, Crete (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Principal Room of the Museum at Candia, Crete)

Sea-Traders from Crete (colour litho)
8639159 Sea-Traders from Crete (colour litho) by Duncan, John (1866-1945) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sea-Traders from Crete)

Calypso said good-by to him on the seashore (colour litho)
8639145 Calypso said good-by to him on the seashore (colour litho) by Richardson, Frederick (1862-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: Calypso said good-by to him on the seashore)

Whirlpool of Charybdis (engraving)
8635820 Whirlpool of Charybdis (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Whirlpool of Charybdis. Illustration from Rom)

Greek trading port (engraving)
8635738 Greek trading port (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Greek trading port. Illustration from Rom)

Archimedes, ancient Greek scientist, mathematician and inventor (engraving)
8635148 Archimedes, ancient Greek scientist, mathematician and inventor (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Archimedes (c287-c212 BC)

Ancient Greek jewellery and decorative objects (engraving)
8635142 Ancient Greek jewellery and decorative objects (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Colossus of Rhodes (engraving)
8635139 Colossus of Rhodes (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Colossus of Rhodes. Illustration from Hellas)

Galley of Hiero II, Tyrant of Syracuse (engraving)
8635136 Galley of Hiero II, Tyrant of Syracuse (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Alexandria, galley of Hiero II, Tyrant of Syracuse)

Helepolis of Demetrius I of Macedon (engraving)
8635133 Helepolis of Demetrius I of Macedon (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Helepolis, siege tower of Demetrius I of Macedon)

Ptolemy I Soter, ancient Macedonian Greek general and king (engraving)
8635129 Ptolemy I Soter, ancient Macedonian Greek general and king (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ptolemy I Soter)

Battle of Gaugamela, 331 BC (engraving)
8635120 Battle of Gaugamela, 331 BC (engraving) by Leutemann, Heinrich (1824-1905); Private Collection; (add.info.: Alexander the Great defeating the Persians at the Battle of Gaugamela, 331 BC)

Alexander the Great saying farewell to Aristotle (engraving)
8635112 Alexander the Great saying farewell to Aristotle (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Alexander the Great saying farewell to Aristotle)

Philip II, King of Macedon (engraving)
8635110 Philip II, King of Macedon (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Philip II (382-336 BC), King of Macedon. Illustration from Hellas

Choragic Monument of Lysicrates, Athens (engraving)
8635106 Choragic Monument of Lysicrates, Athens (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Choragic Monument of Lysicrates, Athens, Greece)

Praxiteles of Athens, ancient Greek sculptor (engraving)
8635104 Praxiteles of Athens, ancient Greek sculptor (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Praxiteles of Athens)

Timoleon travelling by chariot to the Syracusan assembly (engraving)
8635101 Timoleon travelling by chariot to the Syracusan assembly (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Death of Epaminondas, 362 BC (engraving)
8635095 Death of Epaminondas, 362 BC (engraving) by Leutemann, Heinrich (1824-1905); Private Collection; (add.info.: Death of the ancient Theban general and statesman Epaminondas, 362 BC)

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"Greeks: Unveiling the Rich Tapestry of Ancient Greece" Step into the realm of ancient Greece, where history and mythology intertwine to create a captivating narrative. From the majestic Acropolis in Athens to the iconic Parthenon, every corner of this land whispers tales of valor and intellect. In 1787, "The Death of Socrates" immortalized one of history's greatest philosophers, showcasing his unwavering commitment to truth. Leonidas I, the revered King of Sparta who died in 480 BC, stands tall in a monumental tribute that echoes his legendary bravery at Thermopylae. Journeying further into Attica reveals the Tholos of Athena Pronaia—a remarkable sanctuary that exudes divine beauty. The Battle of Salamis comes alive as we envision Greek ships fiercely clashing against Persian forces, forever etching their triumph into our collective memory. Phaistos Disc—an enigmatic artifact from XV century BC Phaistos—unleashes mysteries waiting to be unraveled. Meanwhile, Daphni Monastery's Christ Pantocrator radiates spiritual serenity amidst lush surroundings. Witness how Surgeon William Maillard earned his Victoria Cross during Candia's turmoil through an awe-inspiring lithograph. Ares and Aphrodite grace us with their presence through timeless Greek artistry—symbolizing war and love entwined within humanity's essence. Delve deeper into Crete's mythical past as you gaze upon a restored Taureador Fresco from Knossos Palace—the very heartland where Minos reigned supreme. Maps meticulously outline Knossos' architectural marvels surrounding its grand palace—a testament to Minoan civilization’s ingenuity. As we explore these fragments from antiquity, let us celebrate Greeks for their indomitable spirit that shaped Western civilization. Their legacy endures through centuries—inspiring generations with wisdom and artistic brilliance.