Sir Austen Henry Layard Collection

Shipping the Great Bull from Nimroud, at Morghill, on the Euphrates, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Shipping the Great Bull from Nimroud, at Morghill, on the Euphrates, [Iraq], 1850. The drawing from which the Engraving...is taken has been brought over by one of the Messrs

Une Decouverte par M Layard, a Nemroud (engraving)
3644620 Une Decouverte par M Layard, a Nemroud (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Une Decouverte par M Layard, a Nemroud)

Sir Austen Henry Layard (engraving)
812460 Sir Austen Henry Layard (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Austen Henry Layard, discover of the ruins of ancient Ninevah)

Sir Austen Henry Layard in Albanian dress (litho)
972735 Sir Austen Henry Layard in Albanian dress (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Austen Henry Layard (1817-1894), English archeaologist, politician

Ruins of Asrum Asia Minor: Explored with Layard (Sir Henry Layard), ca. 1845

The Palace of Kouyunjik, Restored. (After Layard), 1890. Creator: Unknown
The Palace of Kouyunjik, Restored. (After Layard), 1890. Daily life on the mound-ruin of Kouyunjik, palace of Sennacherib in Nineveh. From " Cassells Illustrated Universal History, Vol

The Palaces of Nimrud Restored, 1853. A reconstruction of the palaces built by the Assyrian King Ashurbanipal on the banks of the Tigris in the 7th century BC

King Shamshi-Adad V Stela Nimrud Ancient Assyria
The Stela of Shamshi-Adad V behind a sacrificial altar from Nimrud, ancient Assyria, modern day Iraq. Shamshi-Adad V was King of Assyria from 824 - 811 BC, the year of his death

Nisroch, Assyrian god, mid 19th century. Assyrian eagle-winged god Nisroch carrying a pine cone, the symbol of regeneration. Ancient Assyria, a kingdom of Mesoptamia, was located in modern Iraq

Excavating a low-relief carving of the Fish god Dagon, Nineveh, 1853. Artist: N Chevalier
Excavating a low-relief carving of the Fish god Dagon, Nineveh, 1853. Between 1845 and 1851 British archaeologist Austen Henry Layard (1817-1894)

A city taken by assault by the Assyrians, c1853, (c1900-1920). A 19th-century drawing of a bas-relief in the British Museum from the Assyrian empire (c7th century BC)

Assault on the City of Lachish, 700-692 BC, (c1900-1920). Artist: Sir Austen Henry Layard
Assault on the City of Lachish, 700-692 BC, (c1900-1920). A print after a 19th-century drawing from Layards Monuments of Nineveh

Assyrians moving a winged bull, c7th century BC, (c1900-1920). Artist: Sir Austen Henry Layard
Assyrians moving a winged bull, c7th century BC, (c1900-1920). A print after a 19th-century drawing from Layards Monuments of Nineveh

Right Hon Austen Henry Layard DCL, British Ambassador to Constantinople, 1877. Artist: Lock & Whitfield
Right Hon Austen Henry Layard DCL, British Ambassador to Constantinople, 1877. Between 1845 and 1851, Layard (1817-1894) excavated the remains of the ancient Assyrian capitals of Nimrud

Austen Henry Layard (1817-1894), British archaeologist, poltician and diplomat, 1851. Excavated Nimrud/Nineveh, Iraq. Wood engraving

Austen Henry Layard, English archaeologist, politician and diplomat, c1880. Between 1845 and 1851 Layard (1817-1894) excavated the remains of the ancient Assyrian capitals of Nimrud and Nineveh

Reconstruction of the north-eastern facade of Sennacheribs palace (Kouyunjik), Assyrian, 1853. Sennacherib, King of Assyria (701 BC-681 BC), built a magnificent palace at the kingdoms capital

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Sir Austen Henry Layard was a renowned British archaeologist, politician, and diplomat who made significant contributions to the field of Assyriology. His discoveries in ancient Mesopotamia shed light on the rich history and culture of the region. One of Layard's notable achievements was his discovery at Nimrud (ancient Kalhu) in Iraq. In an engraving titled "Une Decouverte par M Layard, a Nemroud, " we catch a glimpse of his groundbreaking excavation work. Another engraving showcases Sir Austen Henry Layard himself, capturing his dedication to uncovering ancient civilizations. Layard's passion for exploration extended beyond just excavations. In a lithograph depicting him dressed in Albanian attire, we see his fascination with different cultures and their traditions. The ruins of Asrum in Asia Minor were also explored by Layard during this time period. A photograph from around 1845 titled "Ruins of Asrum Asia Minor: Explored with Layard" highlights the collaborative nature of archaeological expeditions. Layard's expertise is evident in various artistic representations as well. An unknown artist captured the grandeur and mystique surrounding ancient Assyrian rituals through their painting titled "Procession of the Bull. " Additionally, several restorations based on Layard's findings showcase architectural marvels like "The Palace of Kouyunjik" and "The Palaces of Nimrud. " Not only did he focus on documenting architectural wonders but also depicted historical events such as assaults on cities like Lachish and depictions of Assyrians moving winged bulls - all dating back centuries before Christ. In recognition for his accomplishments, Lock & Whitfield created an exquisite portrait titled "Right Hon Austen Henry Layard DCL, " showcasing him as the British Ambassador to Constantinople in 1877. Austen Henry Layard remains an influential figure whose tireless efforts continue to shape our understanding of ancient civilizations.