Middle East Collection (page 2)

Sunset, Sphinx (foreground), The Pyramid of Chephren (background), The Pyramids of Giza
Giza, Egypt

Persian Royal Palace in Teheran, 1800s
Anderoon, the womens apartment in the Persian Royal Palace, Teheran, Iran, 1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Mideast map during the Crusades
Map of the Middle East at the time of the Crusades. Printed color lithograph

Arabs fighting tigers in the desert
Tigers attacking an Arab caravan in the desert. Color lithograph reproduction of a 19th-century illustration

Church of the Holy Sepulcher in Jerusalem
Marketplace in Jerusalem at the Church of the Holy Sepulcher, 1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Seljuk Turks defeated at Dorylaeum, First Crusade
Crusaders under Godfrey of Bouillon, defeating Muslim forces of Sultan Kilij Arslan at Dorylaeum in Asia Minor, 1097. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

PANC2A-00003
Map of the empire of Alexander the Great in 323 BC. Printed color lithograph of a 19th-century illustration

Alexanders army prepares to destroy Persepolis
Thais suggests that Alexander burn Persepolis, capitol of Persia, in 331 BC. Hand-colored halftone ireproduction of a 19th-century llustration

Extent of the Persian empire
Map of the ancient Persian empire. Printed color lithograph of a 19th-century illustration

Ancient Mesopotamia
Map of the ancient Tigris and Euphrates region. Printed color 19th-century illustration

Jewish high priest and Levite in ancient Israel
Jewish high priest and Levite conducting a ceremony, ancient Israel. Antique hand-colored woodcut

Southern Palestine in ancient times
Map of southern Palestine in ancient times. Printed color lithograph of a 19th-century illustration

Roman Empire, circa 200 AD
Map of the Roman Empire in the third century. Printed color lithograph of a 19th-century illustration

Israel, Jerusalem, Dome of the Rock

Syrian Desert, satellite image. North is at top. Vegetation is red and dark green, while arid areas of sand and rock are light green and light blue. Water is blue

Saudi Arabian desert. Combined infrared and visible satellite image of the Jabal Tuwayq ridge (down centre) in the rocky desert region of Najd in central Saudi Arabia. North is at top

Egyptian Locust - adult
PPG-1704 Egyptian Locust - adult. Anacridium aegyptum Pascal Goetgheluck Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Jaw of a 4 metre tiger shark, replaceable teeth in 9 rows Egypt Red Sea
KA-516 Jaw of a 4 metre tiger shark, replaceable teeth in 9 rows Egypt Red Sea Kurt Amsler Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Deir al-Bahri, Hatshepsut
Dayr el-Bahari or Dayr el-Bahri is a complex of temples and tombs on the west bank of the Nile. The complex is part of UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Monumental Arch, Palmyra, Syria
Sunset at the Unesco World heritage Site. Before the Syrian conflict started in 2011, more than 150, 000 tourists visited the city of Palmyra every year

Persepolis ancient columns at sunset, Iran
Persepolis was the ceremonial capital of the Achaemenid Empire (ca. 550 u2013330 BC). It is situated 60 km northeast of the city of Shiraz in Fars Province, Iran

Deserted alleyway with Israeli flag hanging from a window above an archway, Muslim Quarter, Old City, Jerusalem, Middle East

Plan of the old city Alexandria 1895
Meyers Konversations-Lexikon. Ein Nachschlagewerk des allgemeinen Wissens, 5th edition 17 volumes Bibliographisches Institut - Leipzig 1895-1897

Israel, Massada. RUins of Massada

Middle East, Israel, Nazareth, Jersualem tote bag for sale in market

Christmas star as planetary conjunction. Artwork of a possible Christmas Star in the night sky of the year 7 BC. Traces of the planetary conjunction of Jupiter

Earth from space, artwork. View of the Earth centred on 165 degrees East, showing Russia (top left), Southeast Asia (centre left), China and Japan (upper left), Australia (lower left)

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

GMDE2A-00054
Map of Arabia, 1870s. Printed color lithograph, 19th century

Africa, Ethiopia
Jordan, Madaba. Mosiac portrait of Jesus Christ in sanctuary of Greek Orthodox Church of St. George, Madaba, Jordan

The Burj Dubai the worlds tallest building in Dubai
Ashley Cooper / SpecialistStock

Phoenician ship in the Mediterranean
Phoenician galley passing the Rock of Gibraltar. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Head portrait of grey Arabian stallion running in desert dunes near Dubai, United Arab Emirates

RFA Cardigan Leading Royal Navy Ships in the Middle East
RFA Cardigan Bay leads the minehunters HMS Ramsey, HMS Shoreham and HMS Quorn and Type 45 Destroyer HMS Diamond during exercises in the Middle East

Antique Map - Biblical Palestine
Antique Map from 1864 of Biblical Palestine

Ancient Phoenician traders in port
Phoenician sailors trading goods in an ancient Mediterranean seaport. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Jews crossing the Jordan River with the Ark of the Covenant
Hebrews carrying the Ark of the Covenant across the Jordan River into the Promised Land. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Map of the Ancient World according to Homer
Vintage engraving of a Map of the Ancient World according to Homer. Homer is best known as the author of the Iliad and the Odyssey

Covered alley in Yazd old town, Iran
Yazd is an ancient desert city in central Iran and the capital of the Yazd province. Since 2017 its listed by UNESCO as a world heritage

School of Silversides (Atherinomorus lacunosus) mass below a jetty, creating a false ceiling of fish. Berenice Jetty, Aqaba, Jordan. Gulf of Aqaba, Jordan

Historical map of Palestine with the twelve tribes of Israel. Colored steel engraving, published in 1886

Behistun Inscription, ancient relief, Kermanshah, Iran
Illustration of a Behistun Inscription, ancient relief, Kermanshah, Iran

Interior of The Treasury, Petra, Jordan
The site is open from 6am to 6pm during the summer and from 6am to 4 pm in winter

Overlooking the Old City of Jerusalem, Israel, Middle East

Old Cairo
circa 1880: Old buildings in the Touloun quarter of Cairo. Examples of highly decorated mashrubiyeh windows. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Mideastern shepherd
Shepherd carrying a lamb in the Middle East. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Xerxes bridge of boats across the Hellespont, 480 BC
Bridge of boats built by Xerxes Persian army across the Hellespont to invade Greek territory, 480 BC. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Dynasties in the time of the Buwayids, circa 932 A. D. c1915. Creator: Emery Walker Ltd
Dynasties in the time of the Buwayids, circa 932 A.D. c1915. Map of civilisations in the Middle East during the 10th century: Byzantine, Buwayid Kingdom, Abbasid Caliphate, Kingdom of the Ikhshids

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The Middle East, a region steeped in history and rich in cultural heritage, is a captivating tapestry of civilizations. From the Hanging Gardens of Babylon to the Map of the Byzantine Empire in the 9th Century, this land has witnessed countless wonders. In biblical tales, we find Jesus calming the storm on the Sea of Galilee, showcasing his divine power over nature's elements. As Medieval Europe embarked on its Crusades, maps depicted its intricate connections with this enigmatic realm. Ancient Palestine kingdoms of Judah and Israel come alive through an ancient map that unveils their boundaries and historical significance. The Anglo-Saxon 10th-century world map reveals how knowledge about this region spread across continents during those times. Orteliuss' map from 1570 showcases the vast Ottoman Empire at its zenith—a testament to its dominance over lands stretching far beyond our imagination. Meanwhile, a glimpse into history unfolds as we explore maps depicting both Roman Empire's expanse and Cyprus' strategic location. The Last Supper immortalizes Jesus and his apostles sharing their final meal together—an event forever etched into religious consciousness. And who can forget the mighty Assyrian king commanding his chariot with unparalleled might? Finally, we delve into Alexander the Great's conquests through a detailed map displaying Macedonia's empire—truly awe-inspiring feats achieved by one man. These hints offer just a glimpse into what makes the Middle East so fascinating—the convergence of empires, religions, cultures that have shaped it throughout millennia, and is a treasure trove awaiting exploration for those captivated by history's allure.