Kerch Collection

Combat near Kertch between the 10th Hussars and Cossacks (engraving)
2785555 Combat near Kertch between the 10th Hussars and Cossacks (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Town and Harbour of Kertch (engraving)
1602342 The Town and Harbour of Kertch (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Town and Harbour of Kertch)

The Burning of Kertch, sketched from the Deck of the Transport "Trent"(engraving)
1608006 The Burning of Kertch, sketched from the Deck of the Transport " Trent" (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Burning of Kertch)

Fortress of Yenikale, plate from The Seat of War in the East, pub
STC122417 Fortress of Yenikale, plate from The Seat of War in the East, pub. by Paul & Dominic Colnaghi & Co. 1856 (litho) by Simpson

Straits of Yenikale, plate from The Seat of War in the East, pub
STC122416 Straits of Yenikale, plate from The Seat of War in the East, pub. by Paul & Dominic Colnaghi & Co. 1856 (litho) by Simpson

Pendant with the head of Athena Parthenos (gold and enamel)
BAL165727 Pendant with the head of Athena Parthenos (gold and enamel) by Greek School, (4th century BC); height:18 cm; State Hermitage Museum, St

Conflict between the 10th Hussars and Cossacks, at Kertch (engraving)
1608272 Conflict between the 10th Hussars and Cossacks, at Kertch (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Conflict between the 10th Hussars and Cossacks)

Kertch, from the Heights of the Museum (engraving)
1602240 Kertch, from the Heights of the Museum (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Kertch, from the Heights of the Museum)

Kertch from the North, plate from The Seat of War in the East, pub
STC122406 Kertch from the North, plate from The Seat of War in the East, pub. by Paul & Dominic Colnaghi & Co. 1856 (litho) by Simpson

Kertch, Southern Russia (engraving)
1097155 Kertch, Southern Russia (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Kertch, Southern Russia)

Sketches of Kertch (engraving)
2785391 Sketches of Kertch (engraving) by Raffet, Denis Auguste Marie (1804-60) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches of Kertch)

Sir Colin Campbells Highlanders marching into Kertch (engraving)
2785421 Sir Colin Campbells Highlanders marching into Kertch (engraving) by Portch, Julian (active c. 1855); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Colin Campbells Highlanders marching into Kertch)

Lekythos in the form of a Sphinx, Bosporan Kingdom, late 5th century BC (painted clay)
BAL165714 Lekythos in the form of a Sphinx, Bosporan Kingdom, late 5th century BC (painted clay) by Greek, (5th century BC); height: 21.5 cm; State Hermitage Museum, St

Cossak Hut Interior in Russia, 12 Miles West of Kertch, 1855 (w / c on paper)
CJP126406 Cossak Hut Interior in Russia, 12 Miles West of Kertch, 1855 (w/c on paper) by Wray, General E.W. (1823-92); 14x20.3 cm; Private Collection; eCharles Plante Fine Arts; English

Antiquities brought from Kertch, just deposited in the British Museum (engraving)
1602290 Antiquities brought from Kertch, just deposited in the British Museum (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Antiquities brought from Kertch)

Burning of the Government Buildings at Kertch, plate from
STC122407 Burning of the Government Buildings at Kertch, plate from The Seat of War in the East, pub. by Paul & Dominic Colnaghi & Co

The Straits of Yenikale with the Bay and the town of Kerch from the old Fort of Yenikale Date: circa 1855

Painted ceiling decoration in the Stasovsky Crypt, Cimmerian Bosporus, Kerch, (1928). 1st half of 2nd Century. A.D...Kertsch, South Russia

Painted decoration in the Stasovsky Crypt, Cimmerian Bosporus, Kerch, (1928). Creator: Unknown
Painted decoration in the Stasovsky Crypt, Cimmerian Bosporus, Kerch, (1928). 1st half of 2nd Century. A.D...Kertsch, South Russia

Fortress of Yenikale, looking towards the Sea of Azoff, 1855. Creator: Edmund Walker
Fortress of Yenikale, looking towards the Sea of Azoff, 1855. Scene from the Crimean War: the fortress of Yeni-Kale, near Kerch, was used as a military hospital by the Russians

Birds-Eye View of the Straits of Kertch & Sea of Azoff, c1870

Burning of the Government Buildings at Kertch, 9th June 1855, 1856. Artist: Thomas Picken
Burning of the Government Buildings at Kertch, 9th June 1855, 1856. The destruction of the city of Kerch by the British during the Crimean War

Anthropomorphic stone stelae. Yamna Culture. 36th-23rd centu
Anthropomorphic stone stelae or statue menhirs, located in Yamna secondary graves. Yamna Culture. Late Copper Age - Early Bronze Age. 36th-23rd centuries BC

Sarmatians. Deformed human skulls. Probably dated in the 3rd
Sarmatians. Two deformed human skulls. Probably dated in the 3rd century BC. Kerch Historical and Archaeological Museum. Autonomous Republic of Crimea. Ukraine

Lenins Statue. Kerch. Ukraine
Ukraine. Autonomous Republic of Crimea. Kerch. Vladimir Lenin (1870-1924). Russian revolutionary and politician. Statue

Archbishop Luka (born Valentin Felixovich Voyno-Yasenetsky), (1877-1961). Russian outstanding surgeon, founder of purulent surgery, spiritual writer

Crimean War, foraging party after landing at Kerch
Crimean War -- a foraging party after the allies landed at Kerch, showing soldiers catching poultry and pigs. 1855

Crimean War, Kerch from the road to Simferopol
Crimean War -- view of Kerch from the road to Simferopol, bombardment of the town. 1855

Roman bust of a woman. 1st century AD. Ukraine
Roman bust of a woman. 1st century AD. Kerch Historical and Archaeological Museum. Autonomous Republic of Crimea. Ukraine

Theatrical masks made in terracotta. Ukraine
Classical theatre. Theatrical masks made in terracotta. Kerch Historical and Archaeological Museum. Autonomous Republic of Crimea. Ukraine

Greek amphoras. Kerch Historical and Archaeological Museum. Autonomous Republic of Crimea. Ukraine

Group of womens heads. Kerch Historical and Archaeological Museum. Autonomous Republic of Crimea. Ukraine

Goddess Demeter. Marble. 4th century BC
Goddess Demeter. Bust. Marble. 4th century BC. Kerch Historical and Archaeological Museum. Autonomous Republic of Crimea. Ukraine

Ruins of Myrmekion. Ukraine
Ukraine. Autonomous Republic of Crimea. Myrmekion. Ancient Greek colony, founded in 1st century BC. Around Kerch

Female statue. Late 1st century BC - Early 1st century AD. Ruyezh. Kerch Historical and Archaeological Museum. Autonomous Republic of Crimea. Ukraine

Female fertility deity. Late 1st century BC - Early 1st cent
Sculpture depicting a female fertility deity. Late 1st century BC - Early 1st century AD. Kerch Historical and Archaeological Museum. Autonomous Republic of Crimea. Ukraine

Yeni-Kale fortress. Crimea. Ukraine
Ukraine. Autonomous Republic of Crimea. Yeni-Kale fortress, built by the Ottoman Turks, 1699-1706, under the direction of Goloppo. Near Kerch

Ruins of ancient Greek city of Panticapaeum. Autonomous Repu
Ukraine. Autonomous Republic of Crimea. Ruins of ancient Greek city of Panticapaeum, founded by Milesians in Mount Mithridat. Kerch

Ukraine. Autonomous Republic of Crimea. Kerch. The Great Mithridates Staircase leading on top of the Mount Mithridat. Griffin

Byzantine Church of St. John the Baptist. 8th century. Kerch. Autonomous Republic of Crimea. Ukraine

Ukraine. Crimea. Kerch. Panticapaeum archaeological site
Ukraine. Autonomous Republic of Crimea. Panticapaeum archaeological site, founded in 575 BC by Greek colonists from Miletus, on Mount Mithridat. Kerch

Ukraine. Autonomous Republc of Crimea. Kerch. Byzantine Chur
Ukraine. Autonomous Republic of Crimea. Kerch. Byzantine Church of St. John the Baptist. Founded in 717. 8th century. Exterior

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Kerch, a city with a rich history dating back to the 1st Century AD in the Ancient Age, holds many intriguing tales within its borders. From anthropomorphic stone stelae of the Yamna Culture from the 36th-23rd century to Lenins Statue proudly standing in Kerch, Ukraine, this place is steeped in historical significance. One notable figure associated with Kerch is Archbishop Luka (born Valentin Felixovich Voyno-Yasenetsky), whose contributions have left an indelible mark on this town. The combat near Kertch between the 10th Hussars and Cossacks has been immortalized through engravings that depict their fierce clashes. The enchanting Town and Harbour of Kertch come alive through intricate engravings capturing its beauty and charm. However, not all moments were serene as witnessed by sketched scenes like "The Burning of Kertch" from the deck of the transport "Trent. " These images remind us of turbulent times that shaped Kerch's destiny. The Fortress of Yenikale stands tall as a testament to strength and resilience. Its imposing presence can be seen in plates from "The Seat of War in the East, " published during significant conflicts. Similarly, the Straits of Yenikale hold stories untold yet etched into these plates for generations to discover. A pendant adorned with Athena Parthenos' head showcases artistic craftsmanship combining gold and enamel—a symbol representing wisdom and power within Kerch's cultural heritage. Once again, we delve into history witnessing conflict between the 10th Hussars and Cossacks at Kertch through detailed engravings. These visual narratives allow us to comprehend past struggles faced by those who called this place home. Lastly, gazing upon Kerch from atop museum heights offers breathtaking views that capture both its natural splendor and human-made wonders.