Phoenicians Collection

Bust of goddess Tanit. Carthaginian art. Sculpture. SPAIN. BALEARES. IBIZA. Ibiza. Museum of Archaeology of Ibiza and Formentera

Homeric cosmogony. Map of the Earth based on the myths and knowledge of the Ancient Greeks at the time of Homer (1st or 2nd millennium BC)

Bust of Hannibal Barca. Found in the collection of State A. Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts, Moscow

Greek triremes. Engraving. Warship appeared in 6th c. BC: It was used by Phoenicians, Greeks, Egyptians, Romans and Carthaginians

Map showing the land of the Hebrews, 1936
7125142 Map showing the land of the Hebrews, 1936; (add.info.: Map showing the land of the Hebrews. From A Short History of the World, published c.1936); Photo © Ken Welsh

Plan of Temple at Paphos (engraving)
8632824 Plan of Temple at Paphos (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Plan of Temple at Paphos)

Sarcophagus from Amathus (engraving)
8632814 Sarcophagus from Amathus (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sarcophagus from Amathus)

Phoenicia (colour litho)
8632813 Phoenicia (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Phoenicia. Illustration for Phoenicia by George Rawlinson (T Fisher Unwin and G P Putnam)

Capture of Tyre by Evagoras of Cyprus (litho)
8660860 Capture of Tyre by Evagoras of Cyprus (litho) by Rowlandson, George Derville (1861-1930) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Capture of Tyre by Evagoras of Cyprus)

Plunder from Tyre (litho)
8660859 Plunder from Tyre (litho) by Morrow, Edwin A. (1877-1952) ; Private Collection; (add.info.: Plunder from Tyre. During the Roman supremacy in Phoenicia)

Patera from Curium (engraving)
8672396 Patera from Curium (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Patera from Curium)

Plan of the Island Tyre (engraving)
8632834 Plan of the Island Tyre (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Plan of the Island Tyre)

Phoenician Galley from a Painting; Phoenician Bireme (engraving)
8632832 Phoenician Galley from a Painting; Phoenician Bireme (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Phoenician Galley from a Painting; Phoenician Bireme)

Hiram's Tomb (engraving)
8632831 Hiram's Tomb (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hiram's Tomb. Illustration for Phoenicia by George Rawlinson)

Wall of Gebeil (engraving)
8632828 Wall of Gebeil (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Wall of Gebeil. Illustration for Phoenicia by George Rawlinson (T Fisher Unwin and G P Putnam)

Tomb at Amrit (engraving)
8632820 Tomb at Amrit (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tomb at Amrit. Illustration for Phoenicia by George Rawlinson (T Fisher Unwin and G P Putnam)

Tomb at Amrit, destroyed (engraving)
8632819 Tomb at Amrit, destroyed (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tomb at Amrit, destroyed)

Sepulchral Chamber at Amathus (engraving)
8632818 Sepulchral Chamber at Amathus (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sepulchral Chamber at Amathus)

The Tomb of Esmunazar (engraving)
8632839 The Tomb of Esmunazar (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Tomb of Esmunazar)

Melkarth (engraving)
8632836 Melkarth (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Melkarth. Illustration for Phoenicia by George Rawlinson (T Fisher Unwin and G P Putnam)

Plan of Sidon (engraving)
8632835 Plan of Sidon (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Plan of Sidon. Illustration for Phoenicia by George Rawlinson (T Fisher Unwin and G P Putnam)

The Tyre of Alexander's Time (engraving)
8632830 The Tyre of Alexander's Time (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Tyre of Alexander's Time)

Wall of Aradus (engraving)
8632825 Wall of Aradus (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Wall of Aradus. Illustration for Phoenicia by George Rawlinson (T Fisher Unwin and G P Putnam)

Section of the Burdj-el-Bezzak (engraving)
8632817 Section of the Burdj-el-Bezzak (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Section of the Burdj-el-Bezzak)

View of the Pass South of the Nahr-el-Kelb (engraving)
8632838 View of the Pass South of the Nahr-el-Kelb (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: View of the Pass South of the Nahr-el-Kelb)

Ground Plan of Shrine at Marathus (engraving)
8632827 Ground Plan of Shrine at Marathus (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ground Plan of Shrine at Marathus)

Baal as a Sun-God (engraving)
8632840 Baal as a Sun-God (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Baal as a Sun-God)

Shrine at Marathus (engraving)
8632829 Shrine at Marathus (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Shrine at Marathus)

Tomb at Amrit (engraving)
8632821 Tomb at Amrit (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tomb at Amrit. Illustration for Phoenicia by George Rawlinson (T Fisher Unwin and G P Putnam)

Coin of Byblus enlarged (engraving)
8672401 Coin of Byblus enlarged (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Coin of Byblus enlarged)

The Phoenician alphabet developed from the Proto-Canaanite alphabet, during the 15th century BC
529061 The Phoenician alphabet developed from the Proto-Canaanite alphabet, during the 15th century BC. Before then the Phoenicians wrote with a cuneiform script

Astarte (engraving)
8632837 Astarte (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Astarte. Illustration for Phoenicia by George Rawlinson (T Fisher Unwin and G P Putnam)

Chart of Aradus (engraving)
8632833 Chart of Aradus (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chart of Aradus. Illustration for Phoenicia by George Rawlinson (T Fisher Unwin and G P Putnam)

Wall of Tortosa (engraving)
8632826 Wall of Tortosa (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Wall of Tortosa. Illustration for Phoenicia by George Rawlinson (T Fisher Unwin and G P Putnam)

View of the Two Meghazils (engraving)
8632823 View of the Two Meghazils (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: View of the Two Meghazils)

Plan and Section of Tomb at Amrit (engraving)
8632822 Plan and Section of Tomb at Amrit (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Plan and Section of Tomb at Amrit)

The Phoenician Alphabet (engraving)
8632812 The Phoenician Alphabet (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Phoenician Alphabet)

Thothmes III sacking Zahi at Harvest-Time (litho)
8660877 Thothmes III sacking Zahi at Harvest-Time (litho) by Wood, Stanley L. (1866-1928) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Thothmes III sacking Zahi at Harvest-Time)

Phoenician Trade Ship arriving at Pharos (colour litho)
PNP427740 Phoenician Trade Ship arriving at Pharos (colour litho) by Sebille, Albert (1874-1953); Private Collection; (add.info.: with the Lighthouse of Alexandria visible in the distance)

Coin of Hannibal Barca. Carthage. (Obverse: Hannibal, Reverse: Elephant), ca. 213-210 BC. Private Collection

Particular of an Assyrian relief with a Phoenician ship at sea, in the British Museum in London Stone Tablet, Relief Mesopotamian/Babylonian/Assyrian Civilization, Asia, Ancient Civilization

Coin of Hiero II of Syracuse, 238-215 B. C
Coin of Hiero II of Syracuse, 238-215 B.C.. Private Collection

Protected olive tree (Olea europaea), more than two thousand years old, probably introduced by the Phoenicians. Vila Nogueira de Azeitao. Setubal, Portugal

Selfridge and Co Advertisement
An advertisement illustration for Selfridge & Co, Ltd, aptly titled, The Romance of Commerce. 1, 000 years B.C. the Phoenicians traded with the Ancient Britons

Fashion, Aegean Phoenician culture, 2000-500 B. C. Women with water buckets behind a harpist
7278104 Fashion, Aegean Phoenician culture, 2000-500 B. C. Women with water buckets behind a harpist by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fashion)

The Fight between Scipio Africanus and Hannibal
FIA5385515 The Fight between Scipio Africanus and Hannibal by Cesari, Bernardino (1565-1621); 65, 7x88, 8 cm; Villa Margherita, Bordighera, Italy; (add.info.: " La bataille de Zama (Afrique)

First sight of the Pillars of Hercules, illustration from Hutchinsons History of the Nations, c. 1910-15 (litho)
STC357964 First sight of the Pillars of Hercules, illustration from Hutchinsons History of the Nations, c.1910-15 (litho) by Stewart

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The Phoenicians, known for their remarkable contributions to ancient civilization, left an indelible mark on history. Their rich cultural heritage is beautifully depicted in the bust of goddess Tanit, a symbol of Carthaginian art and sculpture. Drawing inspiration from Homeric cosmogony, they embraced a deep understanding of the universe. Hannibal Barca, a prominent figure in Phoenician history, is immortalized in a striking bust that showcases his strength and leadership. The Greek triremes engraved on warships highlight their prowess at sea and their significant role in naval warfare. Even Selfridge and Co recognized the allure of Phoenician culture as seen in their advertisement featuring fashion inspired by Aegean Phoenicia. Women carrying water buckets behind a harpist exemplify the harmonious blend of daily life with artistic expression. Coins minted during this era provide glimpses into historical events such as Hannibal's reign where he is depicted alongside an elephant - representing his military might. Hiero II of Syracuse also commemorated his rule through coinage showcasing his power and influence. Nature too holds remnants of Phoenician existence; an olive tree protected for over two thousand years stands as a testament to their agricultural expertise and reverence for nature's gifts. Their religious devotion can be witnessed through artifacts like the bearded male worshipper dating back to 650 BC circa. This portrayal reflects their spiritual connection with deities and rituals practiced during that time. However, not all moments were filled with prosperity; Nebuchadnezzar II's siege on Tyre from 586-573 BC serves as a reminder of the challenges faced by these resilient people who endured hardships while striving to preserve their city against external threats. One cannot forget the legendary clash between Scipio Africanus and Hannibal Barca - two great military minds locked in battle. This epic confrontation epitomizes both sides' determination to protect what they held dear.