Iskander Collection (#4)

Alexander the Great, Macedonian king and soldier. In only 13 years, Alexander III of Macedon (c356-323 BC) conquered a vast empire stretching from the Mediterranean to India

Battle between Alexander and Porus, 326 BC, (mid to late 17th century). Artist: Nicolaes Berchem
Battle between Alexander and Porus, 326 BC, (mid to late 17th century). The forces of Alexander the Great (356-323 BC) combat those of the Indian rajah Porus (active 327-315 BC)

Gold coin of Alexander the Great, 4th century BC
Winged victory symbolises the victory of Alexander the Great (356-323 BC) at Salamis, 4th century BC

The Battle of Arbela, 331 BC, (17th century). Artist: Charles le Brun
The Battle of Arbela, 331 BC, (17th century). Alexander the Great (356-323 BC) defeats the Persians under Darius III (died 331 BC) at Arbela (or Arbelles), now Irbil in modern-day Iraq

Sisygambis... Mistakes Hephistion (Hephaestion) for Alexander the Great, 18th century. Artist: Mura, Francesco de
Sisygambis, Mother of Darius III, Mistakes Hephistion (Hephaestion) for Alexander the Great, 18th century. After Alexanders (356-323 BC) defeat of the Persian King Darius III (died 331 BC)

Alexander Sarcophagus, showing Alexander the Great in battle, 4th century
Detail of the Alexander Sarcophagus, showing Alexander the Great in battle. From Sidon, from the British Museums collection, 4th century

Roman bronze of Alexander the Great on horseback, probably from Rome. From the British Museums collection

Copper alloy statuette of Nero in the guise of Alexander the Great, Roman Britain, 1st century AD. Found at Barking Hall, Barking, Suffolk, England. From the British Museums collection

Head of Athena on a gold stater of Alexander the Great, 4th century BC
Head of Athena on a gold stater of Alexander the Great (356-323 BC)

Marble portrait of Alexander the Great, Hellenistic Greek, 2nd-1st century BC. Earlier portraits of Alexander, in heroic style, look less youthful than those made after his death

Bust of the Macedonian General Alexander the Great. Artist: Lysippos
Bust of Alexander the Great (356-323 BC), copying the physiognomy of Alexander as portrayed by Lysipuus c. 330 BC, currently in the Louvres collection

Head of Alexander the Great, 4th century
Head of Alexander the Great (20/21 July 356 -10/11 June 323 BC), found at Pergamon. from the Archaeological Museums collection at Istanbul. 4th century

Roman statuette of Alexander the Great on horseback, from the British Museums collection

Bust of Alexander the Great, 4th century BC
Bust of Alexander the Great (356-322 BC), the Macedonian King who conquered half of the known world, 4th century BC

Roman copy of a lost Greek original bust of Alexander the Great, 350 BC
Roman copy of a lost Greek original bust of Alexander the Great (356-323 BC) of 350 BC, from the British Museums collection

Alexander the Great holding court in China, 4th century BC. Illustration after a Persian manuscript made in the Middle Ages or later

Alexander the Great talking to wise men and scholars, 4th century BC. Illustration after a Persian manuscript made in the Middle Ages or later

Battle between Alexander and the Persian king Darius III, 4th century BC
Battle between Alexander the Great and the Persian king Darius III, 4th century BC. Illustration after a Persian manuscript made in the Middle Ages or later

Model of the ancient Macedonian royal tombs. Late 20th century reconstruction. The royal house of Macedon which lasted from the 9th century BC-4th century BC had royal tombs at Vergina, Macedonia

Olympias, queen of Macedon, 3rd century AD. Olympias (died 316 BC), was the wife of Philip II, and mother of Alexander the Great

Philip II of Macedon, 212 AD. Medallion portrait of Philip (382 BC-336 BC), father of Alexander the Great who succeeded him as Alexander III of Macedon

Portrait bust of a young Alexander the Great, 4th century BC. Alexander the Great (356 BC-323 BC) was Alexander III of Macedon from 336 BC. From the collection of the Ancient Olympia Museum

Ivory portrait bust of Alexander the Great, 4th century BC. Bust of Alexander the Great (356 BC-323 BC), who was Alexander III of Macedon from 336 BC, found in the Macedonian royal tombs at Vergina

View of the archaeological remains at Pella, Central Macedonia. From the 5th century BC-2nd century BC, Pella was the capital of ancient Macedonia

Battle of Issus, 333 BC, (1st century AD). Alexander The Great (356-323BC), seen here at far left, defeating the forces of the Persian king Darius III at Issus in Cilicia, (now southern Anatolia)

The Deer Hunt, 4th century BC. Alexander the Great (356 BC-323 BC) left, and Hephaestion, his boyhood friend, with a stag

Bust of Seleucus I Nicator, Macedonian general, c4th-3rd century BC. Seleucus (c358-280 BC) accompanied Alexander the Great on his conquests

Sarcophagus, 4th century BC. Showing battle scenes of the time of Alexander the Great. The mounted figure is the general Hephaestion

Alexander the Great (356-323 BC) on his deathbed, 1830. In only 13 years, Alexander III of Macedon conquered a vast empire stretching from the Mediterranean to India

Alexander the Great (356-323 BC) as a youth, listening to his tutor Aristotle, c1875. In only 13 years, Alexander III of Macedon conquered a vast empire stretching from the Mediterranean to India

Alexander the Great, (356-323 BC), c1873
Alexander the Great (356-323 BC), c336-c323 BC. In only 13 years, Alexander III of Macedon conquered a vast empire stretching from the Mediterranean to India

Alexander the Great, (356-323 BC), 1425
Alexander the Great (356-323 BC), c336-c323 BC. In only 13 years, Alexander III of Macedon conquered a vast empire stretching from the Mediterranean to India

Alexander the Great, (356-323 BC), c336-c323 BC
Alexander the Great (356-323 BC), c336-c323 BC. In only 13 years, Alexander III of Macedon conquered a vast empire stretching from the Mediterranean to India

Alexander the Great (356-323 BC). In only 13 years, Alexander III of Macedon conquered a vast empire stretching from the Mediterranean to India

Alexander the Great (356-323 BC), 3rd century BC. In only 13 years, Alexander III of Macedon conquered a vast empire stretching from the Mediterranean to India

Alexander the Great (356-323 BC), 1924. In only 13 years, Alexander III of Macedon conquered a vast empire stretching from the Mediterranean to India

Alexander the Great (356-323 BC), c1800
Alexander the Great (356-323 BC), 1800. Romanticised portrayal of Alexander in a plumed helmet. In only 13 years, Alexander III of Macedon conquered a vast empire stretching from the Mediterranean to

Roman mosaic of Alexander the Great at the Battle of Issus, Pompeii, Italy, (1st century AD)
Roman mosaic of Alexander the Great at the Battle of Issus in 333 BC, Pompeii, Italy, (1st century AD). Alexander the Great (356 BC-323 AD)

Alexander and Porus, c1673. Artist: Charles le Brun
Alexander and Porus, c1673. Detail showing Alexander the Great in a blue robe and with a plumed helmet

The Family of Darius before Alexander, 333 BC, (c1745). Artist: Giovanni Battista Tiepolo
The Family of Darius before Alexander, 333 BC, (c1745). After the Battle of Issus in 333 BC, the family of Darius III of Persia was at the mercy of Alexander the Great who treated them with

Portrait bust of Alexander the Great. Carved marble head of Alexander the Great (356 BC-323 BC) wearing lion head-dress. He was Alexander III of Macedon from 336 BC

Sculpture of Philip II of Macedon, late 20th century. Modern statue at Thessaloniki, showing Philip in body armour and carrying his helmet

The Lion Hunt, 4th century BC. Alexander the Great (356 BC-323 BC) and Hephaestion, his boyhood friend, hunting lion. Mosaic from the remains of the Macedonian royal palace at Pella

Battle scene from a sarcophagus, c300 BC. The mounted figure on the right is either Alexander the Great or the Macedonian general Hephaestion (Hephestion) his favourite

Nezami (Elyas Yusof Nezami Ganjavi born c1141-1203 / 17) Persian poet, recounting the
Nezami (Elyas Yusof Nezami Ganjavi born c1141-1203/17) Persian poet, recounting the history of Alexander the Great (c356-323 BC)

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"Iskander: The Legendary Conqueror and His Enduring Legacy" Iskander, also known as Alexander the Great, was a figure of immense historical significance. From his remarkable military conquests to his encounters with influential figures, Iskander's life continues to captivate our imagination. One notable depiction is seen in the relief at the Temple sacred to Amun Mut & Khons in Luxor, Egypt. Here, he is shown being blessed by Amun-Ra himself, highlighting his divine connection and favor from the gods. In another intriguing encounter, we witness Iskander meeting Diogenes of Sinope. This meeting depicted in Quirin Mark's 1784 artwork showcases their intellectual exchange between one of history's greatest conquerors and an esteemed philosopher. The Banquet of Alexander painted by Domenico del Barbiere offers us a glimpse into the opulence and grandeur that surrounded Iskander during his reign. It portrays him enjoying lavish feasts alongside his companions while celebrating their victories. Ptolemy Lagus played a significant role in preserving Iskander's legacy through establishing the Ptolemaic dynasty in Egypt. An unknown artist captured Ptolemy Lagus' likeness in a portrait from 1830, reminding us of this important historical figure who sought to honor Iskander's memory. Even centuries after his death, artists like those behind Lubok print from 1869 continue to commemorate Iskander's triumphs on canvas. Their vibrant portrayal depicts him leading armies into battle against Persian forces under Darius III - an event immortalized through Persian miniatures dating back to the 16th century. Returning once again to Luxor, we find another relief showcasing Iskander before Amun-Ra at the Temple sacred to Amun Mut & Khons. This depiction emphasizes not only his military prowess but also highlights his reverence for the gods.