Baghdad Collection

Ancient map of Persia, lithograph, published in 1877
Ancient map of Persia. Lithograph, published in 1877

Desert Bus Service
The Nairn Transport Company operates this motor coach which carries passengers from Baghdad on the road to Damascus, and vice versa

Tigris River, Baghdad, Iraq, Middle East

Ghaus al- Azam, Abdul Qadir Ghilani of Baghdad, c. 1800
1196789 Ghaus al- Azam, Abdul Qadir Ghilani of Baghdad, c. 1800 (gouache with gold paint on paper) by Indian School, (18th century); 25x16 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Indian

A flagpole covered in plates of Murano glass with the Monument to the Unknown Soldier
Baghdad, Iraq - A great dome sits at 12 degrees over the Monument to the Unknown Soldier. Its 42m disc represents the shield of a fallen soldier

The eye according to Hunain ibn Ishaq also called Johannitius (809-873) Baghdad physican and philosopher. Manuscript c1200

GMDE2A-00032
Baghdad straddling the Tigris River. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

British troops on the way to Baghdad, Mesopotamia, WW1
British troops by the Tigris, Mesopotamia (now Iraq), on the way to Baghdad during the First World War. Date: 1916

France / Iraq: Vintage Orient Express poster London to Baghdad in Eight Days featuring the Ctesiphon Arch near Baghdad
The Orient Express was the name of a long-distance passenger train service created in 1883 by Compagnie Internationale des Wagons-Lits (CIWL)

Gertrude Bell on Horseback - Baghdad, Iraq

Domes and Minarets of Baghdad

Kelims in souk, Baghdad, Iraq, Middle East

Entry of the Turks into Baghdad, 1534 AD (litho)
8660922 Entry of the Turks into Baghdad, 1534 AD (litho) by Dudley, Robert Ambrose (1867-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: Entry of the Turks into Baghdad, 1534 AD)

Bagdad Iraq in late 18th century
3085296 Bagdad Iraq in late 18th century; (add.info.: Bagdad Iraq in late 18th century).

Double-decked horse cars, Baghdad (b/w photo)
8673138 Double-decked horse cars, Baghdad (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Double decked horse cars, Baghdad)

Turkish artillery crossing the Tigris, Baghdad, 1917 (b/w photo)
8673136 Turkish artillery crossing the Tigris, Baghdad, 1917 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Turkish artillery crossing the River Tigris, Baghdad)

The tomb of Zubaidah bint Ja'far, also Zobeide or Zobaida, Baghdad, Iraq, seen here in the 19th century
6428103 The tomb of Zubaidah bint Ja'far, also Zobeide or Zobaida, Baghdad, Iraq, seen here in the 19th century, from "Monuments de Tous les Peuples" by Ernest Breton

Essay on phlebotomy, or bloodletting in 12th century, 18th century (manuscript)
2625387 Essay on phlebotomy, or bloodletting in 12th century, 18th century (manuscript); (add.info.: The opening of an essay on phlebotomy, or bloodletting, by Ibn al-Tilmdh)

Woman of Baghdad in everyday dress of botanical-print robes, harem pants and sandals
FLO4722936 Woman of Baghdad in everyday dress of botanical-print robes, harem pants and sandals. Illustration by Mounier from Guillaume Antoine Olivier (1756-1814) Travels in the Ottoman Empire

Woman of Baghdad in formal dress. Illustration by Mounier from Guillaume Antoine Olivier (1756-1814)
FLO4722885 Woman of Baghdad in formal dress. Illustration by Mounier from Guillaume Antoine Olivier (1756-1814) Travels in the Ottoman Empire, Egypt and Persia, 1801

Modern Wonders, 1938: Desert Motor Service (colour photo)
8659906 Modern Wonders, 1938: Desert Motor Service (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Desert Motor Service)

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)

In the city of Baghdad, illustration from 'Sinbad The Sailor', 1938 (colour litho)
3086244 In the city of Baghdad, illustration from 'Sinbad The Sailor', 1938 (colour litho) by Dulac, Edmund (1882-1953); Private Collection; (add.info.: From The Arabian Nights)

Sinbad the Sailor by Edmund Dulac, 1911 (screen print)
3036018 Sinbad the Sailor by Edmund Dulac, 1911 (screen print) by Dulac, Edmund (1882-1953); (add.info.: Vintage illustration of Sinbad the Sailor holding court in a grand palace)

The eye according to Hunain ibn Ishaq also called Johannitius (809-873) Baghdad physican and philosopher
527123 The eye according to Hunain ibn Ishaq also called Johannitius (809-873) Baghdad physican and philosopher, c.1200 (manuscript); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Baghdad in the Days of Mansur, 1915. Creator: Edmund Sandars
Baghdad in the Days of Mansur, 1915. Aerial view of the walled city of Baghdad (modern-day Iraq) as it might have appeared in the 8th century AD

Market Place - A Quarter of Baghdad, Iraq. Date: 1910s

Baghdad Iraq
3794003 Baghdad Iraq -; (add.info.: Baghdad, Iraq - Jewish money changers. Photo taken in 1920s after creation of Iraq. Census in 1917 showed 40% of Baghdad population were Jewish. Bagdad)

Victory Arch, Baghdad, Iraq, Middle East

Betaween Avenue, Baghdad, Iraq
Betaween (Battaween) Avenue, Baghdad, Iraq. circa 1950s

Baghdad, Iraq - Saadoun Avenue (now Saadoun Street). Date: circa 1960s

The Taq Kisra) at Ctesiphon, Iraq
Interesting view (from the rear) of the gigantic vaulted hall (the Taq Kisra) at Ctesiphon, an ancient Parthian city located southeast of modern Baghdad, Iraq

Baghdad, Iraq - Firdos Square
Baghdad, Iraq - The Firdos ( The Firdaws ) Square - a rather stark illustration of British Colonial City planning/development

Sabians or Star Worshippers - Iraq
Sabians or Star Worshippers - at the Baghdad Medical Mission, Iraq. A name given by the Shemitic peoples to those who worship the spiritual beings in the universe;

Iraqi Minister of Development Mohammad Ghussein & colleagues
The Iraqi Minister of Development Mohammad Ghussein, colleagues and their spouses at the Department of Development - Baghdad, Iraq. Date: circa 1950s

An Arab Cafe in Baghdad, Iraq. Date: circa 1910s

Actor Conrad Veidt
German actor Conrad Veidt, shortly to appear as Diasar the Magician in the film The Thief of Baghdad'. Date: circa 1939

Sheikh Abdul Qadir Gilani's tomb, Baghdad, Iraq. Date: circa 1918

Tomb of Sheikh Maruf Karkhi, Baghdad, Iraq
Tomb of Sheikh Maruf Karkhi (Abu Mahfuz Maruf Ibn Firuz al-Karkhi, c.750/760-c.815-820), in the Moslem Cemetery, Baghdad, Iraq. Date: circa 1920

General Maude's grave, Baghdad, Iraq
Grave of Lieutenant General Sir Stanley Maude, North Gate War Cemetery, Baghdad, Iraq. He was Commander-in-Chief of the Mesopotamian Expeditionary Force, and died at Baghdad in November 1917

Entry of the Turks under Suleiman I into Baghdad, 1534, from Hutchinsons History of the Nations, pub. 1915
3614190 Entry of the Turks under Suleiman I into Baghdad, 1534, from Hutchinsons History of the Nations, pub.1915 by Dudley

The Dream, Deutchland Uber Alles (engraving)
2788292 The Dream, Deutchland Uber Alles (engraving) by Moreland, Arthur (1876-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Dream, Deutchland uber Alles)

Al-Musta sim Billah trapped by Hulegu, illustration from Books of the Marvels of the World
829802 Al-Musta sim Billah trapped by Hulegu, illustration from Books of the Marvels of the World, by Rustichello da Pisa (vellum) by Italian School

Bagdad (engraving)
965290 Bagdad (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bagdad. Illustration for Conquests of the Cross)

Raiza and Fatima (chromolitho)
735242 Raiza and Fatima (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Raiza and Fatima)

No. 55 Bomber Squardron RAF, 1934
No.55 Bomber Squardron RAF, flying from Jerusalem to Baghdad, 1934

A cafe on the banks of the Tigris, Baghdad (engraving)
GIA829555 A cafe on the banks of the Tigris, Baghdad (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; eGiancarlo Costa; French, out of copyright

Rhases in his chemical laboratory in Baghdad
LLM459601 Rhases in his chemical laboratory in Baghdad by Serra, J. (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rhases in his chemical laboratory in Baghdad)

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"Baghdad: A Timeless Tapestry of History and Culture" Step into the past with an ancient map of Persia, a lithograph published in 1877, as it unveils the captivating allure of Baghdad. Traverse through the vast desert expanse on a Desert Bus Service, mirroring the journeys undertaken by countless adventurers throughout history. Marvel at the majestic Tigris River, flowing gracefully through this enchanting city, serving as a lifeline for its people and witness to centuries of stories. Immerse yourself in Gertrude Bell's world as she gallops on horseback through Baghdad's streets, embodying strength and resilience amidst turbulent times. Gaze upon a flagpole adorned with plates of Murano glass, where the Monument to the Unknown Soldier stands tall - a symbol of honor and remembrance. Transport yourself back to WW1 when British troops embarked on their arduous journey towards Baghdad in Mesopotamia; their footsteps etched into history forever. Discover Ghaus al-Azam Abdul Qadir Ghilani from c. 1800 - an influential figure whose teachings continue to inspire generations even today. Let your eyes wander across domes and minarets that grace Baghdad's skyline; architectural marvels that stand testament to its rich Islamic heritage. Explore Hunain ibn Ishaq's vision captured within his eye illustration - an intricate insight into one man's perception during his time as a renowned physician in 9th-century Baghdad. Get lost amidst vibrant kelims adorning souks bustling with life; these intricately woven rugs tell tales passed down from generation to generation. Pay homage at Martyrs Monument, standing proudly as a tribute to those who sacrificed their lives for freedom – reminding us all of our shared humanity. In every corner lies Baghdads' story waiting patiently for you to unravel its secrets. Embark on this journey filled with wonderment and let the spirit captivate your soul.