Iraqi Collection

Ishtar Gate, Babylon, Iraq, Middle East

Iraq - Tomb of Husayn Ibn Ali at Karbala
Karbala (Karbala al-Muqaddasah) in Iraq - the Tomb/Shrine of Husayn ibn Ali - a holy site of Shiah Islam. It stands on the site of the grave of Husayn ibn Ali, the second grandson of Muhammad

The Maidan (Square) at Kirkuk, Iraq. Kirkuk is the purported site of the tomb of the prophet Daniel. Date: circa 1910s

Babylonian wall tiles, Babylon, Iraq, Middle East

Persian pharmacy, 13th century artwork
Persian pharmacy. 13th century Arabic artwork entitled The Preparation of Medicine from Honey. This image was produced in Baghdad, Iraq, whilst it was still part of the Persian Empire

The Arch of Ctesiphon - Iraq
The gigantic vaulted hall (the Taq Kisra) at Ctesiphon, an ancient Parthian city located southeast of modern Baghdad. It is traditionally recognised as the palace of Khosrow I

Babylonian wall tiles, exhibited at the Turkey Museum, Istanbul, from Babylon, Iraq, Middle East

Tigris River, Baghdad, Iraq, Middle East

Lion, Babylon, Iraq, Middle East

The ziggurat at Ur, Iraq, Middle East

WW2 - A Kurdish Company of the Iraq Levies: these local men who accompanied the British forces and collaborated with them in their attack on Rashid Alis troops at Habanniya Aerodrome

Standard of Ur Babylonian art
The Standard of Ur. 2600 -2400 BC. Peace panel. Babylonian art. Mosaic. UNITED KINGDOM. ENGLAND. London. The British Museum. Proc: IRAQ. Ur

King Faisal I of Iraq
King Faisal bin Hussein bin Ali al-Hashimi (Faisal I) of Iraq (1885-1933)

The Standard of Ur. 2600 -2400 BC. War panel. Babylonian art. Mosaic. UNITED KINGDOM. London. The British Museum. Proc: IRAQ. Ur

Shrine of Husayn ibn Ali - Karbala
Karbala (Karbala al-Muqaddasah) in Iraq - the Tomb/Shrine of Husayn ibn Ali - a holy site of Shiah Islam. It stands on the site of the grave of Husayn ibn Ali, the second grandson of Muhammad

American Mission Hospital, Basra, Iraq, WW1
American Mission Hospital, Basra, Iraq, during the First World War. circa 1916

IRAQ: ZIGGURAT IN UR. Ruins of the Third Sumerian Dynasty ziggurat in Ur, built c2100 B.C. Photograph, c1932

Bridge over the River Khasa at Kirkuk, Iraq Date: circa 1910s

Tigris River, Iraq - The Tomb of the Prophet Ezra at Al-ʻ Uzair. The present buildings (depicted here), which unusually comprise a joint Muslim and Jewish shrine

Westland Wessex 52 helicopters for the Iraqi Air Force

The Maidan at Kirkuk, Iraq
The Maidan (town square or meeting place) at Kirkuk, Iraq Date: circa 1910s

de Havilland DH115 Vampire Trainer T55 333
de Havilland DH115 Vampire Trainer T55, 333, was delivered to the Iraqi Air Force in April 1953. Date: 1953

Turriff-Burden advertisement - Iraq oil pipelines
Advertisement for Turriff-Burden Ltd of Brentford, UK, who supplied 315 miles of pipeline for the Iraq Petroleum Company in the 1960s. Date: 1961

GRAPEVINE, 1229. A grapevine from an Arabic manuscript of Dioscorides De Materia Medica, northern Iraq or Syria, 1229

House of reeds, Warka, Iraq, Middle East

Marsh Arabs near Qurna, Iraq, Middle East

Marsh Arab village, Iraq, Middle East

Game boards from excavations at Ur, Iraq, Middle East

Village in the Marshes, Iraq, Middle East

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)

Mesopotamia: low relief in limestone of Ur-Nanshe (Our nanshe), King of Lagash
JLJ4670650 Mesopotamia: low relief in limestone of Ur-Nanshe (Our nanshe), King of Lagash. Sumerian period. From Tello Paris

View of Mosul (Iraq), on the banks of the Tiger River, drawing by Eugene Flandin
LSE4325026 View of Mosul (Iraq), on the banks of the Tiger River, drawing by Eugene Flandin, to illustrate the expedition to Nineveh, from 1844 to 1860, of Vivian de Saint Martin

Gertrude Bell on Horseback - Baghdad, Iraq

Hawker Fury of the Iraqi Air Force

Ziggurat, Ur, Iraq, Middle East

Close up of carved relief, Nimrud, Iraq, Middle East

Grindly, Marshes, Iraq, Middle East

Iraqi Kurdish people carry fire torches up a mountain where a giant flag of Iraq s
Iraqi Kurdish people carry fire torches up a mountain where a giant flag of Iraqs autonomous Kurdistan region is laid, as they celebrate Newroz Day, a festival marking their spring and new year

Civilization of Mesopotamia: Royal Palace of Assyria in Nineveh (sometimes Nineveh)
NWI4855831 Civilization of Mesopotamia: Royal Palace of Assyria in Nineveh (sometimes Nineveh) on the edge of the Tiger before its destruction in 612 BC (today in Iraq)

Traditional costumes from the Middle East: Man from Syria (left), woman from Damascus and Arab from Baghdad
NWI4878125 Traditional costumes from the Middle East: Man from Syria (left), woman from Damascus and Arab from Baghdad (Iraq or Iraq)

Map of ancient Babylon and the kingdoms of Lydia and Medea (Asia Minor), around 550 BC
NWI4859781 Map of ancient Babylon and the kingdoms of Lydia and Medea (Asia Minor), around 550 BC. There are: Arab countries, Armenia, Mesopotamia, Babylon, Thraces, Europe, the Mediterranean Sea

Fragment of a relief of the throne room of the Palace of Assurbanipal or Ashurbanipal
JEB4907914 Fragment of a relief of the throne room of the Palace of Assurbanipal or Ashurbanipal, King of Assyria (Mesopotamia) (669 BC-627 BC) - Near East

King Nebuchadnezzar II (around 630-562 BC) meeting a gardener, Babylon, Mesopotamia
NWI4912688 King Nebuchadnezzar II (around 630-562 BC) meeting a gardener, Babylon, Mesopotamia. Colour engraving of the 19th century.; (add.info)

Portrait of Nebuchadnezzar II (604-562 BC), Chaldean king of Babylon (Iraq). Lithograph from 19th century illustration
NWI4912701 Portrait of Nebuchadnezzar II (604-562 BC), Chaldean king of Babylon (Iraq). Lithograph from 19th century illustration.; (add.info.: Portrait of Nebuchadnezzar II (604-562 BC)

Baghdad along the Tiger River, Iraq, Mesopotamia. 19th century coloring engraving
NWI4877580 Baghdad along the Tiger River, Iraq, Mesopotamia. 19th century coloring engraving.; (add.info.: Baghdad along the Tiger River, Iraq, Mesopotamia)

Old Jew of Babylon, engraving 19th century, drawing by Emile. Bayard
JAB5037166 Old Jew of Babylon, engraving 19th century, drawing by Emile. Bayard; (add.info.: Old Jew of Babylon, engraving 19th century, drawing by Emile. Bayard); Photo ©Jaime Abecasis.

Babylonian warrior with horse back. 19th century coloring engraving after a low relief
NWI4856192 Babylonian warrior with horse back. 19th century coloring engraving after a low relief.; (add.info.: Babylonian warrior with horse back)

Nimrud (or Nimrod, Nemrod), king of Sumer (Iraq), first empire founded after Deluge
NWI4911972 Nimrud (or Nimrod, Nemrod), king of Sumer (Iraq), first empire founded after Deluge, a powerful hunter and founder of Babylon (Mesopotamia)

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Discover the captivating beauty and rich history of Iraq, a land steeped in ancient wonders and cultural treasures. Marvel at the grandeur of the Ishtar Gate, an iconic symbol of Babylonian architecture that once guarded the entrance to this legendary city. Immerse yourself in the solemnity of Karbala as you visit the Tomb of Husayn Ibn Ali, a revered site for Shia Muslims worldwide. Admire the intricate Babylonian wall tiles that tell tales of a bygone era, showcasing remarkable craftsmanship and artistic prowess. Step back in time at a Persian pharmacy, where 13th-century artwork adorns its walls, offering glimpses into traditional healing practices. Behold The Arch of Ctesiphon towering majestically over Iraq's landscape—a testament to its glorious past as one of Persia's greatest cities. Feel your spirit soar as you witness the mighty Tigris River flowing through this historic land, providing life-giving sustenance to generations. Be awestruck by the Lion statues guarding ancient Babylon—an imposing reminder of power and strength from civilizations long gone. Ascend to new heights at the ziggurat in Ur—a monumental structure dedicated to worshiping deities and connecting with divine forces. Uncover stories from World War II as you delve into Iraqi history—see a Kurdish Company proudly serving under Iraq Levies' banner during turbulent times. Experience art come alive through mesmerizing Babylonian masterpieces like King Faisal I's Standard of Ur—an exquisite display reflecting opulence and regal splendor. Iraq beckons with its enchanting blend of heritage and resilience—a nation brimming with tales waiting to be discovered amidst its timeless landscapes.