Iranian Collection (#7)

Site of the Battle of Salamis, Greece (engraving)
8635032 Site of the Battle of Salamis, Greece (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Site of the Battle of Salamis, Greece. Illustration from Hellas)

Themistocles, Athenian politician and general (engraving)
8635029 Themistocles, Athenian politician and general (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Themistocles (c524-459 BC)

Persian warriors and archers (engraving)
8635024 Persian warriors and archers (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Persian warriors and archers. Illustration from Hellas)

Girls of Many Lands: Persia (colour litho)
8659775 Girls of Many Lands: Persia (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Persia)

The Capture of Baghdad (litho)
8661315 The Capture of Baghdad (litho) by Valda, John Harris (1874-1942); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Capture of Baghdad)

Map of Turkey in 1914 (litho)
8661161 Map of Turkey in 1914 (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Map of Turkey in 1914)

A tomb near Persepolis, the ceremonial capital of the Achaemenid Empire, seen here in the 19th century
6428105 A tomb near Persepolis, the ceremonial capital of the Achaemenid Empire, seen here in the 19th century, from "Monuments de Tous les Peuples" by Ernest Breton

Darius I the Great, 549, 486 B. C. Great King of the Persians 522, 486 B. Depicted with retinue
7278145 Darius I the Great, 549, 486 B. C. Great King of the Persians 522, 486 B. Depicted with retinue; Private Collection; (add.info.: Darius I the Great, 549, 486 B. C)

Vank cathedral, Esfahan, Iran (photo)
7062381 Vank cathedral, Esfahan, Iran (photo); Isfahan, Iran; (add.info.: Vank cathedral, Esfahan, Iran); Photo © Stefano Baldini

Soldiers from ancient Persia. From Cassell's Universal History, published 1888 (b/w engraving)
6867230 Soldiers from ancient Persia. From Cassell's Universal History, published 1888 (b/w engraving); (add.info.: Soldiers from ancient Persia)

Young persan holding a mirror, ca 1820 (Engraving)
7422861 Young persan holding a mirror, ca 1820 (Engraving); (add.info.: Geography. Iran. Young persan holding a mirror. Engraving, France, ca 1820.); © Archives Charmet

Sixteen Views of Plaves in the Persian Gulph Forces Against the Arabian Pirates, 1813 (aquatint, coloured)
7342605 Sixteen Views of Plaves in the Persian Gulph Forces Against the Arabian Pirates, 1813 (aquatint, coloured) by Temple, R

Sixteen Views of Plaves in the Persian Gulph Forces Against the Arabian Pirates, 1813 (aquatint, coloured)
7342603 Sixteen Views of Plaves in the Persian Gulph Forces Against the Arabian Pirates, 1813 (aquatint, coloured) by Temple, R

Sixteen Views of Plaves in the Persian Gulph Forces Against the Arabian Pirates, 1813 (aquatint, coloured)
7342602 Sixteen Views of Plaves in the Persian Gulph Forces Against the Arabian Pirates, 1813 (aquatint, coloured) by Temple, R

HM Turret Ship Devastation at Spithead on the occasion of the naval review in honour of the Shah of Persia
7338114 HM Turret Ship Devastation at Spithead on the occasion of the naval review in honour of the Shah of Persia, 23 June 1873, 1875 (oil on canvas) by Cooke

Glass bottle, 3rd-4th century AD, Nishapur or Gorgan, glass and ceramics museum, Tehran, Iran (photo)
5309224 Glass bottle, 3rd-4th century AD, Nishapur or Gorgan, glass and ceramics museum, Tehran, Iran (photo); Photo © Stefano Baldini

Vambery in his Travelling Dress
5668946 Vambery in his Travelling Dress; (add.info.: Illustration of Armin Vambery (1832-1913) Hungarian traveller and writer who travelled extensively around the territories of the Ottoman Empire

The " Cyropedie" by Xenophon (Senofonte) Copy dedicated to Ercole d'Este (Hercules II d'Este)
VEN5027489 The " Cyropedie" by Xenophon (Senofonte) Copy dedicated to Ercole d'Este (Hercules II d'Este). Scene of dedicace (detail)

Portrait of Mozaffer ed dine (1853-1907), Persian shah from 1897 to 1907 (b/w photo)
AIS5341317 Portrait of Mozaffer ed dine (1853-1907), Persian shah from 1897 to 1907 (b/w photo); © Iberfoto

Nasseredin Shah Naser al-Din (Nasserer-al-Din Shah Qajar) (1831-1896) Shah of Persia - Shah of Iran
NWI4927901 Nasseredin Shah Naser al-Din (Nasserer-al-Din Shah Qajar) (1831-1896) Shah of Persia - Shah of Iran, 1880s.Digitally colored woodcut of a photograph; (add.info)

Bridge built on boats by the Persian armees of Xerxes I known as the Great (or Assuerus I, ca)
NWI4855952 Bridge built on boats by the Persian armees of Xerxes I known as the Great (or Assuerus I, ca. 519-465 BC), member of the Routeenides dynasty

Empire of Arab Caliphs, mid-8th century. 19th century lithography
NWI4877446 Empire of Arab Caliphs, mid-8th century. 19th century lithography.; (add.info.: Empire of Arab Caliphs, mid-8th century. 19th century lithography.); Photo © North Wind Pictures

Civilization of Antiquity: Empire Mede. Suit of the noble Medes (part of the Persian and Assyrian empires)
NWI4862515 Civilization of Antiquity: Empire Mede. Suit of the noble Medes (part of the Persian and Assyrian empires, people of Iran) - Leaders of Babylon talking with Persians

Zoroastrianism - Mazdeism: fire worship at the time of the Achaemenid era of persian empire
ELD4961315 Zoroastrianism - Mazdeism: fire worship at the time of the Achaemenid era of persian empire, 539-331 BC (Zoroastrianism - Mazdayasna)

Bucephale the horse of Alexander the Great (356-323 BC) receiving offerings
ELD4959265 Bucephale the horse of Alexander the Great (356-323 BC) receiving offerings (Bucephalus or Bucephalas the horse of Alexander the Great)

Portrait of Nadir Shah of Persia, 1698-1747 (Nader Khan Qirqlu Afshar, Nadir Chah)
FLO4723003 Portrait of Nadir Shah of Persia, 1698-1747 (Nader Khan Qirqlu Afshar, Nadir Chah). Illustration from Guillaume Antoine Olivier (1756-1814) Travels in the Ottoman Empire, Egypt and Persia

Portrait of Shah Mohammad Ali Han of Persia (Mohammad Ali Khan Zand, Mehemet Khan), 1760-1779
FLO4722993 Portrait of Shah Mohammad Ali Han of Persia (Mohammad Ali Khan Zand, Mehemet Khan), 1760-1779. Illustration from Guillaume Antoine Olivier (1756-1814) Travels in the Ottoman Empire

Reilefs from the momument of Taq-e Bostan on the outskirts of Kermanshah, Persia
FLO4722946 Reilefs from the momument of Taq-e Bostan on the outskirts of Kermanshah, Persia. The king hunting elephant, deer and boar 2, and the coronation of Shah Khosrau II, 1

Mullah Persian - Persian mullah or priest in turban, embroidered cape, furlined coat, slippers
FLO4723797 Mullah Persian - Persian mullah or priest in turban, embroidered cape, furlined coat, slippers, carrying a stick - Handcoloured woodcut by S.T. after an illustration by S.B

Representation of Saints Barachise and Jonah Martyrs in Persia in 327. 19th century (engraving)
ELD4910987 Representation of Saints Barachise and Jonah Martyrs in Persia in 327. 19th century (engraving); Private Collection; Photo © The Holbarn Archive

A Persian tile mosaic depicting a woman in a garden
3329454 A Persian tile mosaic depicting a woman in a garden; (add.info.: A Persian tile mosaic depicting a woman in a garden. Dated 17th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Cast of palace doorway from Persepolis, Iran, circa 470-450 BC
3329568 Cast of palace doorway from Persepolis, Iran, circa 470-450 BC; (add.info.: Cast of palace doorway from Persepolis, Iran, circa 470-450 BC)

Persian Emperor Darius I (521-486 BC), as Pharaoh
3329565 Persian Emperor Darius I (521-486 BC), as Pharaoh; (add.info.: Persian Emperor Darius I (521-486 BC), as Pharaoh of Egypt; wooden door from a box of statuettes

Decorated metal belt
3329563 Decorated metal belt.; (add.info.: Decorated metal belt. Scythian, Koban culture of the central Caucasus, Late 8th century BC, Ziwiye, from north-west Iran.); Universal History Archive/UIG

The opening of an Arabic treatise on colic written by Avicenna, 18th century (manuscript)
2625117 The opening of an Arabic treatise on colic written by Avicenna, 18th century (manuscript); (add.info.: The opening a treatise on the treatment of colic written by Avicenna)

Persian King Darius II (Artaxerxes Ochus) on horseback greeting Ambassador Tessalio in front of a kneeling Persian
FLO4704250 Persian King Darius II (Artaxerxes Ochus) on horseback greeting Ambassador Tessalio in front of a kneeling Persian

Armenian archer with bow and quiver, and Parthian man. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Robert von Spalart's
FLO4703934 Armenian archer with bow and quiver, and Parthian man. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Robert von Spalart's " Historical Picture of the Costumes of the Principal People of

Persepolitan sculpture showing the ancient Medo-Persian physiognomy. Lithograph by J
FLO4688637 Persepolitan sculpture showing the ancient Medo-Persian physiognomy. Lithograph by J. Bull from James Cowles Prichard's Natural History of Man (Balliere, London)

Khatchadour D'hohannes, officer of the Prince Royal of Persia, 1816, after de Lecluse
FLO4686604 Khatchadour D'hohannes, officer of the Prince Royal of Persia, 1816, after de Lecluse. Handcoloured steel engraving by Hippolyte Pauquet from the Pauquet Brothers " Modes et

Alexander the Great (356-323 BC). 18th century (Persian manuscript in Islamic style illustrating the 12th century)
542701 Alexander the Great (356-323 BC). 18th century (Persian manuscript in Islamic style illustrating the 12th century Persian poet Nezami Book of Alexander the Great (Eskandar-nameh)); (add.info)

The four great alchemists. 1652 (engraving From Elias Ashmole Theatrum Chemicum Britannicum London)
541724 The four great alchemists. 1652 (engraving From Elias Ashmole Theatrum Chemicum Britannicum London); (add.info.: From left to right)

The Industrial Arts among the Oriental Nations (engraving)
8644835 The Industrial Arts among the Oriental Nations (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Industrial Arts among the Oriental Nations)

The Campaigns of Alexander the Great (engraving)
8635152 The Campaigns of Alexander the Great (engraving) by Thorvaldsen, Bertel (1770-1844) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Campaigns of Alexander the Great)

Entrance of the Persian royal palace (engraving)
8635121 Entrance of the Persian royal palace (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Entrance of the Persian royal palace. Illustration from Hellas)

Triumphal entry of Alexander the Great into Babylon (engraving)
8635119 Triumphal entry of Alexander the Great into Babylon (engraving) by Thorvaldsen, Bertel (1770-1844) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

The family of Darius III of Persia before Alexander the Great (engraving)
8635118 The family of Darius III of Persia before Alexander the Great (engraving) by Le Brun, Charles (1619-90) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Megistias predicting the death of the company of Leonidas at Thermopylae (engraving)
8635033 Megistias predicting the death of the company of Leonidas at Thermopylae (engraving) by Leutemann, Heinrich (1824-1905); Private Collection; (add.info)

Daisy, Persian, bridge, and pike (chromolitho)
8677370 Daisy, Persian, bridge, and pike (chromolitho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: P for paquerette (daisy), Persian, pont (bridge), and pique (pike)

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"Exploring the Rich Cultural Tapestry of Iran: From the Majestic Ceiling of Tomb of Hafez to the Vibrant Tehran Skyline" Step into the enchanting world heritage as we uncover its captivating treasures. Gaze in awe at the intricate ceiling of Tomb of Hafez, a testament to Iran's most celebrated poet from centuries past. Transport yourself to Shiraz, Iran, where this Middle Eastern gem stands proud since 1325. Marvel at Tehran's elevated city skyline, offering breathtaking views from the Roof of Iran Park. Behold a metropolis that seamlessly blends modernity with tradition and leaves visitors spellbound by its grandeur. Delve into history as we witness The Coronation of the Shah of Iran, an event that shaped the nation's destiny and left an indelible mark on its people. Explore further as we venture onto an oil rig in Iran, standing tall amidst vast landscapes while fueling progress and prosperity. Discover Ahura Mazda, a deity revered by ancient Persians for his wisdom and divine guidance. Uncover tales surrounding Reza Shah Pahlavi - The Shah of Iran whose reign witnessed transformative changes within this great land. Immerse yourself in artistry through Artemisia Gentileschi's masterpiece "Esther before Ahasuerus, " capturing moments steeped in Persian history and culture. Journey through Tehran's bustling streets adorned with vibrant fruit shops showcasing nature's bountiful offerings. Encounter Zoroaster himself through a mesmerizing portrait dating back to 6th century BC – a reminder of Persia’s rich spiritual heritage. Stroll along Boulevard Lalezar in Tehran, absorbing its charm and elegance while connecting with contemporary Iranian life. Witness Mohammerah come alive as you gaze upon it from Karun River – an emblematic view that encapsulates both tranquility and vibrancy simultaneously.