Greeks Collection (page 7)

Greece, La Chania, Crete: View of the lighthouse, a day of stormy, 1906
LUX4765130 Greece, La Chania, Crete: View of the lighthouse, a day of stormy, 1906; (add.info.: Greece, La Chania, Crete: View of the lighthouse, a day of stormy, 1906); Photo © Lux-in-Fine

Greece, La Chania, Chania, CR: Place des Mautimeguies, in the evening. Tables are ready for dinner, 1906
LUX4765126 Greece, La Chania, Chania, CR: Place des Mautimeguies, in the evening. Tables are ready for dinner, 1906; (add.info.: Greece, La Chania, Chania, CR: Place des Mautimeguies, in the evening)

Greece, La Chania, Chania, Crete: Rue des Ecuries with Arab horse and donkeys dealers and renters, 1906
LUX4765068 Greece, La Chania, Chania, Crete: Rue des Ecuries with Arab horse and donkeys dealers and renters, 1906; (add.info.: Greece, La Chania, Chania)

Greece, La Chania, Crete: Greek street of the Cathedrale, a pastry shop, 1906 - Sign in Greek: PRAKTORION EPHIMERIDON
LUX4765034 Greece, La Chania, Crete: Greek street of the Cathedrale, a pastry shop, 1906 - Sign in Greek: PRAKTORION EPHIMERIDON. Newspaper workshop

Greece, Chania, Crete: lively view of the Plazza, shaded square and pave with cafe and floor lamp
LUX4764886 Greece, Chania, Crete: lively view of the Plazza, shaded square and pave with cafe and floor lamp. Many passers-by, twins under a tree, 1908; (add.info.: Greece, Chania)

Greece, Hieropidis, CR, Hieropidis: Scene of daily life in Crete, day of celebration and blessing of the sea
LUX4764619 Greece, Hieropidis, CR, Hieropidis: Scene of daily life in Crete, day of celebration and blessing of the sea. Procession with banners and cross, 1908; (add.info.: Greece, Hieropidis, CR)

Greece, Chania, Crete: Crete's military campaign, review of the Cretan militia before Zainis, 1908
LUX4764603 Greece, Chania, Crete: Crete's military campaign, review of the Cretan militia before Zainis, 1908; (add.info.: Greece, Chania, Crete: Crete's military campaign)

Greece, Hieropidis, CR, Hieropidis: Scene of daily life in Crete, day of celebration and blessing of the sea, 1908
LUX4764596 Greece, Hieropidis, CR, Hieropidis: Scene of daily life in Crete, day of celebration and blessing of the sea, 1908; (add.info.: Greece, Hieropidis, CR)

Greece, Crete, CR, Crete: Crete's military campaign, maneuver of international weapons
LUX4764452 Greece, Crete, CR, Crete: Crete's military campaign, maneuver of international weapons, a group of Englishmen in colonial helmets and shorts, 1908; (add.info.: Greece, Crete, CR)

Greece, Crete, CR, Crete: Crete's military campaign, maneuver of international weapons
LUX4764448 Greece, Crete, CR, Crete: Crete's military campaign, maneuver of international weapons, a group of Russian soldiers in formation, 1908; (add.info.: Greece, Crete, CR)

Greece, Chania, CR: Crete's military campaign, a group of international army officers in ceremonial uniform
LUX4764425 Greece, Chania, CR: Crete's military campaign, a group of international army officers in ceremonial uniform interviewed in a garden, 1908; (add.info.: Greece, Chania)

Greece, Chania, CR: Crete's military campaign, international army maneuver
LUX4764408 Greece, Chania, CR: Crete's military campaign, international army maneuver, group of officers from all countries concerned talking during a break - Military photographer takes a

Greece, Apokoronou, Cherama, Armenous, crete, Apokoronou, Cherama, Armenous: ravine of Cherama a Armenous
LUX4764282 Greece, Apokoronou, Cherama, Armenous, crete, Apokoronou, Cherama, Armenous: ravine of Cherama a Armenous. A French soldier headed along the river's stream at the bottom of the valley

Greece, Theresso, Crete: view of the village through leaves-free trees with river, 1908
LUX4764252 Greece, Theresso, Crete: view of the village through leaves-free trees with river, 1908; (add.info.: Greece, Theresso, Crete: view of the village through leaves-free trees with river)

Greece, CR: Crete military campaign, international maneuvers, a group of French soldiers, 1908
LUX4764214 Greece, CR: Crete military campaign, international maneuvers, a group of French soldiers, 1908; (add.info.: Greece, CR: Crete military campaign, international maneuvers)

Greece, Crete, Izzedin: Crete countryside, Izzedin, picnic of French officers with Italian officers at the foot of a
LUX4764176 Greece, Crete, Izzedin: Crete countryside, Izzedin, picnic of French officers with Italian officers at the foot of a fortress

Greece, Chania, Crete: The Pillafort family on excursion to the monastery
LUX4763707 Greece, Chania, Crete: The Pillafort family on excursion to the monastery. Stone street bordered by small houses with balconies, 1908; (add.info.: Greece, Chania)

Greece, Messara, Mires, Wardrobes: Walk of Wardrobes, Sights. Animated view. Arab City, 1908
LUX4763518 Greece, Messara, Mires, Wardrobes: Walk of Wardrobes, Sights. Animated view. Arab City, 1908; (add.info.: Greece, Messara, Mires, Wardrobes: Walk of Wardrobes, Sights. Animated view)

Guests celebrating a marriage in Ancient Greece, from Enciclopedia Ilustrada Segui, c.1900
3432456 Guests celebrating a marriage in Ancient Greece, from Enciclopedia Ilustrada Segui, c.1900; Private Collection; (add.info.: Guests celebrating a marriage in Ancient Greece)

A tub-shaped Phoenician Galley
3330859 A tub-shaped Phoenician Galley; (add.info.: Illustration of a tub-shaped Phoenician Galley. Dated 7th Century BC.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Bronze arrow-head from ancient Greece
3330399 Bronze arrow-head from ancient Greece; (add.info.: Bronze arrow-head from ancient Greece. Dated 4th Century BC.); Universal History Archive/UIG

An Egyptian ship of Queen Hatshepsut's expedition to Punt, 1850
3330631 An Egyptian ship of Queen Hatshepsut's expedition to Punt, 1850; (add.info.: Drawing from a relief carving in the Temple of Deir El Bahari at Thebes showing an Egyptian ship of Queen)

Mosaic flooring depicting the Greek and Roman God Oceanus
3330234 Mosaic flooring depicting the Greek and Roman God Oceanus; (add.info.: Mosaic flooring depicting the Greek and Roman God Oceanus, a divine figure in classical antiquity)

Egyptian tomb wall painting
3119222 Egyptian tomb wall painting; (add.info.: Egyptian tomb wall painting from Thebes, Luxor. Dated 11th Century BC.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Egyptian tomb wall painting
3119199 Egyptian tomb wall painting; (add.info.: Egyptian tomb wall painting from Thebes, Luxor. Dated 11th Century BC.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Egyptian tomb wall painting
3119187 Egyptian tomb wall painting; (add.info.: Egyptian tomb wall painting from Thebes, Luxor. Dated 11th Century BC.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Egyptian tomb wall painting
3119135 Egyptian tomb wall painting; (add.info.: Egyptian tomb wall painting from Thebes, Luxor. Dated 11th Century BC.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Egyptian tomb wall painting
3119095 Egyptian tomb wall painting; (add.info.: Egyptian tomb wall painting from Thebes, Luxor. Dated 11th Century BC.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Egyptian tomb wall painting
3119061 Egyptian tomb wall painting; (add.info.: Egyptian tomb wall painting from Thebes, Luxor. Dated 11th Century BC.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Egyptian tomb wall painting
3119084 Egyptian tomb wall painting; (add.info.: Egyptian tomb wall painting from Thebes, Luxor. Dated 11th Century BC.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Egyptian tomb wall painting
3119070 Egyptian tomb wall painting; (add.info.: Egyptian tomb wall painting from Thebes, Luxor. Dated 11th Century BC.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Oscar Wilde (1854-1900) Irish playwright, novelist, poet
537587 Oscar Wilde (1854-1900) Irish playwright, novelist, poet; (add.info.: Oscar Wilde (1854-1900) Irish playwright, novelist, poet and wit, left England to tour America.Cartoon from Punch London

St Margaret of Antioch (Greek - St Marina) 3rd century virgin martyr, standing on Devil in form of dragon
535079 St Margaret of Antioch (Greek - St Marina) 3rd century virgin martyr, standing on Devil in form of dragon. 19th century (french woodcut); Universal History Archive/UIG

Portrait of the mathematician Euclide, 18th century (engraving)
539140 Portrait of the mathematician Euclide, 18th century (engraving); Universal History Archive/UIG

Spouted bowl, circa 2700 BC -2200 BC (ceramic, pigment)
7310022 Spouted bowl, circa 2700 BC -2200 BC (ceramic, pigment); 8.5 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; (add.info.: Display: ceramic, pigment); © Ashmolean Museum

Sherd, -600 BC (ceramic)
7310003 Sherd, -600 BC (ceramic); 5.5 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; (add.info.: Display: ceramic, Material: ceramic); © Ashmolean Museum

Replica figurine of a Snake Goddess, 1903-06 (ceramic, pigment)
7309944 Replica figurine of a Snake Goddess, 1903-06 (ceramic, pigment); 32.5 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; (add.info.: Display: ceramic, pigment); © Ashmolean Museum

Bacchus makes his triumphal entry into Thebes, 1650-52 (wall tempera painting)
8683557 Bacchus makes his triumphal entry into Thebes, 1650-52 (wall tempera painting) by Boulanger, Jean (1606-c.1680); Palazzo Ducale Estense, Sassuolo, Emilia Romagna, Italy; (add.info.: Sassuolo)

Aeneas Rescuing Anchises from Burning Troy, 1605-20 (oil on panel)
5860619 Aeneas Rescuing Anchises from Burning Troy, 1605-20 (oil on panel) by Steenwijck, Hendrick van, the younger (c.1580-1649); 22.6--31.5 cm; The Art Institute of Chicago, IL

Greek art: dance scene. Kylix on ceramic from the 6th century BC, archaic period
AIS5389859 Greek art: dance scene. Kylix on ceramic from the 6th century BC, archaic period.; Museo Nazionale Etrusco, Villa Giulia, Rome, Lazio, Italy

Plate, 6th century BC
AIS5389812 Plate, 6th century BC.; (add.info.: Plate representing a man delivering another character of branches (of palm tree?) Realized by the painter Epiktetos (6th century BC). Paris

Frontispiece of a piece by Aristophane (445-380 BC.), Greek poet and author. Edition printed in Leyden, 1624
AIS5351210 Frontispiece of a piece by Aristophane (445-380 BC.), Greek poet and author. Edition printed in Leyden, 1624.; © Iberfoto

Ancient musical instruments and masks. A Greek barbiton or harp (1), a mask of Hercules furens of Euripides (2)
FLO4593644 Ancient musical instruments and masks. A Greek barbiton or harp (1), a mask of Hercules furens of Euripides (2), a mask of Thai from Terence's play of the Eunochs (3)

Greek Independence War: The Battle of Navarin by Charles X (1757-1836), October 20, 1827
DUV4205467 Greek Independence War: The Battle of Navarin by Charles X (1757-1836), October 20, 1827. It took place in Navarin Bay (Pylos)

Old fisherman, known as Seneque dying (marble and alabaster)
YOU4418975 Old fisherman, known as Seneque dying (marble and alabaster); Louvre, Paris, France; (add.info.: Old fisherman, known as Seneque dying, sculpture in marble and albaster)

Farnese Bull Group Dirce, wife of Lycos, is attached by Amphion and Zethos to a bull in order to take revenge for
BEN5480476 Farnese Bull Group Dirce, wife of Lycos, is attached by Amphion and Zethos to a bull in order to take revenge for the outrage suffered by their mother Antiope

Farnese Bull Group Dirce, wife of Lycos, is attached by Amphion and Zethos to a bull in order to take revenge for
BEN5480465 Farnese Bull Group Dirce, wife of Lycos, is attached by Amphion and Zethos to a bull in order to take revenge for the outrage suffered by their mother Antiope

Extended woman Marble sculpture of the Pergamon school with dedication to the Acropolis of Athens. 200 BC
BEN5475200 Extended woman Marble sculpture of the Pergamon school with dedication to the Acropolis of Athens. 200 BC. Naples, Museo Nazionale Archeologico; Museo Archeologico Nazionale, Naples

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"Greeks: Unveiling the Rich Tapestry of Ancient Greece" Step into the realm of ancient Greece, where history and mythology intertwine to create a captivating narrative. From the majestic Acropolis in Athens to the iconic Parthenon, every corner of this land whispers tales of valor and intellect. In 1787, "The Death of Socrates" immortalized one of history's greatest philosophers, showcasing his unwavering commitment to truth. Leonidas I, the revered King of Sparta who died in 480 BC, stands tall in a monumental tribute that echoes his legendary bravery at Thermopylae. Journeying further into Attica reveals the Tholos of Athena Pronaia—a remarkable sanctuary that exudes divine beauty. The Battle of Salamis comes alive as we envision Greek ships fiercely clashing against Persian forces, forever etching their triumph into our collective memory. Phaistos Disc—an enigmatic artifact from XV century BC Phaistos—unleashes mysteries waiting to be unraveled. Meanwhile, Daphni Monastery's Christ Pantocrator radiates spiritual serenity amidst lush surroundings. Witness how Surgeon William Maillard earned his Victoria Cross during Candia's turmoil through an awe-inspiring lithograph. Ares and Aphrodite grace us with their presence through timeless Greek artistry—symbolizing war and love entwined within humanity's essence. Delve deeper into Crete's mythical past as you gaze upon a restored Taureador Fresco from Knossos Palace—the very heartland where Minos reigned supreme. Maps meticulously outline Knossos' architectural marvels surrounding its grand palace—a testament to Minoan civilization’s ingenuity. As we explore these fragments from antiquity, let us celebrate Greeks for their indomitable spirit that shaped Western civilization. Their legacy endures through centuries—inspiring generations with wisdom and artistic brilliance.