Macedonia Collection (#4)

Camp francais sous la neige, pres de Monastir, 1916. Creator: Unknown
Camp francais sous la neige, pres de Monastir, 1916. From "Collection de la Guerre IV. L'Illustration Tome CXLVIII

De Florina a Monastir; ruines de l'eglise d Ekchisou, 1916. Creator: Unknown
De Florina a Monastir; ruines de l'eglise d Ekchisou, 1916. From "Collection de la Guerre IV. L'Illustration Tome CXLVIII

De Florina a Monastir; les chars macedonies, herisses de pieux et traines par des boeufs, 1916. Creator: Unknown
De Florina a Monastir; les chars macedonies, herisses de pieux et traines par des boeufs, 1916. From "Collection de la Guerre IV. L'Illustration Tome CXLVIII

The Wedding of Alexander and Roxana (?), 1678-1681. Creators: Arnold Houbraken, Gerard de Lairesse
The Wedding of Alexander and Roxana (?), 1678-1681

The Wedding of Alexander and Roxana, 1664. Creator: Gerard de Lairesse
The Wedding of Alexander and Roxana, 1664

Alexander the Great at the Battle of the Granicus against the Persians, 1737. Creator: Cornelis Troost
Alexander the Great at the Battle of the Granicus against the Persians, 1737

Antiochus and Stratonice, 1671-1675. Creator: Gerard de Lairesse
Antiochus and Stratonice, 1671-1675. By taking Antiochus pulse when Stratonice enters the room, the physician discovers that the love for his stepmother is the cause of Antiochus illness

Queen Cleophis Offering Wine to Alexander the Great after his Conquest of Mazaka, 1670-1733. Creator: Gerard Hoet
Queen Cleophis Offering Wine to Alexander the Great after his Conquest of Mazaka, 1670-1733. Cleophis was ruler of the Assacani

The Marriage of Alexander the Great and Roxane of Bactria, 1670-1733. Creator: Gerard Hoet
The Marriage of Alexander the Great and Roxane of Bactria, 1670-1733. The marriage is being blessed by a priest at a burning altar, in front of a niche with a statue of Juno

Hector of Troy, Alexander the Great and Julius Caesar, 1492. Creator: Master of the Strassburg Chronicle
Hector of Troy, Alexander the Great and Julius Caesar, 1492

Alexander Consecrating the Altars for the Twelve Olympian Gods, 1545/1547. Creator: Perino del Vaga
Alexander Consecrating the Altars for the Twelve Olympian Gods, 1545/1547

Sur le front des balkans. -- Vue panaoramique du terrain des operations dans les Balkans... 1916. Creator: L. Trinquier
Sur le front des balkans. -- Vue panaoramique du terrain des operations dans les Balkans, de Doiran a Florina et a Kastoria. 1916. From "Collection de la Guerre IV

Alexander the Great and Bucephalus, c. 1553. Creator: Taddeo Zuccaro
Alexander the Great and Bucephalus, c. 1553

Alexander the Great on his Sickbed, 1806. Creator: CW Eckersberg
Alexander the Great on his Sickbed, 1806

L'Aviation Francaise sur le front Macedonien; Vue de monastir, prise d'un avion, 1916. Creator: Unknown
L'Aviation Francaise sur le front Macedonien; Vue de monastir, prise d'un avion descendutres bas pour mieux viser les objectifs militaires a detruire, 1916

Alexander the Great Seated in Justice, 1606. Creator: Willem van Swanenburg
Alexander the Great Seated in Justice, 1606

Alexander in the Studio of Apelles, c. 1662. Creator: Salvator Rosa
Alexander in the Studio of Apelles, c. 1662

Dormition of the Virgin. Creator: Macedonian School
Dormition of the Virgin

Saint Georges. Creator: Macedonian School
Saint Georges

Le front de Macedoine; des troupes serbes, deja reconstituees, auxquelles sont... 1916. Creator: Unknown
Le front de Macedoine; des troupes serbes, deja reconstituees, auxquelles sont confiees des positions de defense dans le secteur francais, se rendent a leurs emplacements, 1916

Alexander the Great before the Corpse of Darius, 1750s/1760s. Creator: Francesco Fontebasso
Alexander the Great before the Corpse of Darius, 1750s/1760s

The Battle of Issus, 1602. Creator: Brueghel, Jan, the Elder (1568-1625)
The Battle of Issus, 1602. Found in the Collection of the Musee du Louvre, Paris

The Battle of Gaugamela in 331 BC, 1669. Creator: Le Brun, Charles (1619-1690)
The Battle of Gaugamela in 331 BC, 1669. Found in the Collection of the Musee du Louvre, Paris

Alexander's Confidence with his Physician Philip, c.1770. Creator: Benjamin West
Alexander's Confidence with his Physician Philip, c.1770

Alexander the Great, plate two from The Nine Worthies, 1594. Creator: Nicolaes de Bruyn
Alexander the Great, plate two from The Nine Worthies, 1594

The meeting of Diogenes of Sinope and Alexander the Great, 1784. Creator: Quirin Mark
The meeting of Diogenes of Sinope and Alexander the Great, 1784

Fresco, Mother of God Peribleptos Church, Ohrid, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Macedonia, Europe

Map of the Byzantine Empire in the Ninth Century, 1890. Creator: Unknown
Map of the Byzantine Empire in the Ninth Century, 1890. The Byzantine Empire underwent a revival under Macedonian emperors from Basil I (867-886) in late 9th, 10th, and early 11th centuries

Landing of the British Troops at Salonika, (1919). Creator: Unknown
Landing of the British Troops at Salonika, (1919). Scene from the First World War, 1914-1919: Many of the troops evacuated from Gallipoli were transferred to Salonika [Thessaloniki in Greece]

Tsar Samuils Fortress with Ohrid cityscape, Ohrid, Republic of Macedonia

Round headed club rush (Scirpus holoschoenus) with Heath fritillary butterfly (Melitaea athalia) and Niobe fritillary butterfly (Argynnis niobe var eris) Stenje region, Galicica National Park

Golden oat grass (Trisetum flavescens) and Silver studded blue butterfly (Plebejus argus) Stenje region, Galicica National Park, Macedonia, June 2009

1855 Colton Map Of Turkey In Europe Macedonia
1855, Colton Map of Turkey in Europe, Macedonia, and the Balkans

1853 Mitchell Map Of Turkey In Europe And Greece
1853, Mitchell Map of Turkey in Europe and Greece, Greece, Balkans, Macedonia

1794 Delisle Map Of Northern Ancient Greece Balkans
1794, Delisle Map of Northern Ancient Greece, Balkans, Macedonia

The Devil's Wall, St. Johns, Macedonia. After a 19th century print by W.H. Bartlett.

Marriage of Alexander the Great and Stateira II in Susa, Persia, 324 BC (engraving)
7157369 Marriage of Alexander the Great and Stateira II in Susa, Persia, 324 BC (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Banquet of Alexander, 1540-50. Creator: Domenico del Barbiere
The Banquet of Alexander, 1540-50

English Touring Motorcyclist at Dojran, North Macedonia
An English Touring Motorcyclist - stopped off at Dojran, a city on the west shore of Lake Dojran in the southeast part of North Macedonia. circa 1909

Battle between Alexander and Darius, Folio from a Khamsa (Quintet)... A.H. 931 / A.D
Battle between Alexander and Darius, Folio from a Khamsa (Quintet) of Nizami, A.H. 931/A.D. 1524-25

Mothers Fountain, Skopje, Republic of Macedonia, Europe

Greek Orthodox icon depicting Jesus Christ, Thessalonica, Macedonia, Greece, Europe

The Allies Line facing the Bulgarians in the closing Campaign of 1916, (c1920). Map of Salonika (Thessaloniki) in Greece, showing Allied positions during the First World War: Russian, French

Alexander the Great, King of Macedonia, portrait bust
Alexander the Great (356-323 BC), Alexander III, King of Macedonia (Macedon), portrait bust. Date: BCE

Ptolemy Lagus, (c367-282 BC), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Ptolemy Lagus, (c367-282 BC), 1830. Ptolemy I Soter (c367-282 BC) companion and historian of Alexander the Great, founder of the Ptolemaic dynasty and ruler of Egypt

Church of St. John the Theologian at Kaneo on the shores of Lake Ohrid, Republic of Macedonia

Rose campion / catchfly (Lychnis coronaria) in flower with an Escheraes blue butterfly (Polyommatus escheri) and Silver-studded blue butterfly (Plebejus argus) Stenje region, Galicica National Park

European feather grass (Stipa pennata) with Escher?s blue butterfly (Polyommatus escheri) and Silver studded blue butterfly (Plebejus argus) Stenje region, Galicica National Park, Macedonia

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Macedonia, a land steeped in rich history and cultural heritage, holds within its borders countless treasures that tell the tales of ancient civilizations. Nestled in Thessalonica, Macedonia, Greece, Europe, this enchanting region is home to numerous Greek Orthodox icons that depict pivotal moments in religious history. One such icon portrays Christ's resurrection, symbolizing hope and triumph over death. It serves as a testament to the unwavering faith of the Greek Orthodox community residing in Macedonia. Another icon showcases Jesus' crucifixion, evoking deep emotions and reminding believers of his sacrifice for humanity. The visitation of the Virgin Mary to her cousin Saint Elizabeth is beautifully depicted in an iconic masterpiece by Godong. This sacred event signifies divine blessings and intergenerational connections within Christianity. As we explore further into Macedonia's historical tapestry, we encounter a map illustrating the vast empire conquered by King Alexander the Great. The Battle of Issus stands out as one of his most significant victories - a turning point that shaped not only Macedonian history but also influenced neighboring regions. Moving forward through time, another captivating icon reveals Christ's birth in Thessaloniki. This depiction encapsulates the joyous celebration surrounding Christmas and highlights Macedonia's role as a cradle of Christian traditions. Intriguingly intertwined with its past glories are maps showcasing both the Macedonian Empire following Alexander's conquests and its connection with neighboring empires like Thracian and Dacian under Roman rule. These maps offer glimpses into geopolitical shifts throughout centuries while underscoring Macedonia's strategic importance on ancient trade routes. Lastly, an exquisite Greek Orthodox icon featuring Virgin Mary holding Baby Jesus represents love and devotion transcending borders across Thessalonica, Macedonia, Greece, Europe – uniting believers under their shared faith. Macedonia remains an extraordinary destination where artistry meets spirituality; it invites visitors to immerse themselves in its vibrant history and embrace the profound cultural legacy it proudly preserves.