Middle East Collection (page 3)

The Scapegoat, 1856, (c1950). Creator: William Holman Hunt
The Scapegoat, 1856, (c1950). Scene inspired by the Bible: a goat on the salty shore of the Dead Sea at Osdoom with the mountains of Edom in the distance

HMS Monmouth with HMS Trenchant
Type 23 frigate HMS Monmouth is pictured in the Middle East on operations with submarine HMS Trenchant astern of her, and the ships Lynx helicopter from 815 Naval Air Squadron close by

UAE, Abu Dhabi, Emirates Palace Hotel fountains and Etihad Towers, dusk

Decorations Nymphaeum Public Fountain Ancient Roman City Jerash Jordan
Nymphaeum Public Fountain, Ancient Roman City, Jerash, Jordan. Jerash came to power 300 BC to 100 AD and was a city through 600 AD. Famous Trading Center. Most original Roman City in the Middle East

Egyptian God Osiris
illustration of a Egyptian God osiis

Egyptian gods
Illustration of a Egyptian gods

Antique map of the Middle East with Egypt, Syria, and Israel. Date unknown

Antique map of Arabian peninsula and Persia

Antique map of Israel

Antique map of the Middle East by Halma

Illustrated map of ancient Persia

Illustrated map of ancient Assyrian empire

Dromedary looking at camera, Bir Shalaten

Saudi-Animal-Camel-Festival
A caravan of camels walks in the desert during the annual King Abdulazziz Camel Festival in Rumah, some 150 kilometres east of Riyadh, on March 29, 2017

Karbala, Iraq. Satellite image of Karbala, the capital city of the Al Karbala province, Iraq. Shi a Muslims consider it to be one of the holiest places in the world

Sphynx Bas Relief
Bas relief showing a sphynx decorating the north wall of the Apadana terrace Persepolis

Palmyra, Syria
The Colonnade street in Palmyra, Syria

At the Guildhall, London; Lord Allenby, Emir Faisal, Mr Lloyd George and Lady Allenby. 7 October 1919

Dead Sea scroll fragment, 1st century AD C014 / 2074
Dead Sea scroll fragment. These scrolls, found in caves between 1947 and 1979 on the north-western shore of the Dead Sea, include some of the earliest surviving biblical documents

Fallow deer stags
Fallow deer (Dama dama) stags. These stags still have the vascular layer of velvet covering their antlers. This layer supplies oxygen and nutrients to the growing bone

PBIB2A-00041
Arrival of shepherds to see the baby Jesus in the stable. Hand-colored engraving of a 19th-century illustration

Armenian girl and Syrian men
Armenian girl, Druze man, and a man from Damascus. Antique hand-colored print

People of Lebanon
Maronite of Lebanon (left), armed Zeibek, and Christian Lebanese woman. Antique hand-colored print

Crusaders entering Constantinople
Defeat of Muslim defenders of Constantinople during the Crusades. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Cedars of Lebanon for Solomons Temple
Solomons servants hewing the cedars of Lebanon to build the temple in Jerusalem. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Medes of ancient times
Nobles of ancient Media, part of the Assyrian and Persian empires. Antique hand-colored print

Persian Empire about 500 BC
Map of the Persian Empire under Darius I, with principal satrapies, about 500 BC. Color lithograph reproduction of a 19th-century illustration

Legless Lizard - Kopet-Dag mountains - Turkmenistan - former CIS - March Tm25. 0003
ANZ-1378 Legless Lizard Kopet-Dag mountains - Turkmenistan - former CIS - March Ophisaurus apodus Andrey Zvoznikov Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Turkmen Wild Goat - bachelor herd Kirthar National Park Pakistan
ED-286 SIND IBEX - herd Kirthar National Park, Pakistan Capra aegagrus Eric Dragesco Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Africa, topographic map. Highlands and lowlands of the continents are shown as ridges and flat areas. Southern Europe and the Middle East are also seen at top and upper right respectively

William Edward Dighton (1822-1853) in Middle Eastern Dress, ca. 1852-53. Creator
William Edward Dighton (1822-1853) in Middle Eastern Dress, ca. 1852-53

Byzantine and Crusaders v. Seljuks, circa 1130 A. D. c1915. Creator: Emery Walker Ltd
Byzantine and Crusaders v. Seljuks, circa 1130 A.D. c1915. Map of civilisations in the Middle East during the 12th century: Byzantine, other Christian states, Abbasid Caliphate, Seljuks, Fatimids

Egyptian God Sobek
illustration of a Egyptian God Sobek

Ancient Egypt warrior army
Illustration of a Ancient Egypt warrior army

Ottoman Empire, lithograph, published in 1878
Ancient map of Ottoman Empire. Lithograph, published in 1878

Map of Suez Canal 1897

Illustration of strip of land known as the fertile crescent which stretched from Egypt through Canaan and Mesopotamia to Babylonia in the Old Testament

The Gobi Desert with dramatic sky at china

Pompeii and Mount Vesuvius as a dramatic backdrop

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

Pyramid and Great Sphinx in Giza, Egypt

Egypt, Mount Sinai, Saint Catherines Monastery, high angle view

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

Sir Richard Burton en route to Mecca, 1850s
British explorer Richard Burton disguised as a Muslim pilgrim in Arabia. Color lithograph reproduction of a 19th-century illustration

Western Gentleman in Oriental Costume. Creator: British Painter (ca. 1840-45)
Western Gentleman in Oriental Costume

Jesus entering Jerusalem
Vintage colour lithograph from 1882 of Jesus entering Jerusalem on the back of a donkey

Iran, Central Iran, Shiraz, Bazar-e Vakil market, traditional evil eye souvenirs
Central Iran, Shiraz, Bazar-E Vakil Market, Traditional Evil Eye Souvenirs

Antique engraving depicting birds eye view of Cairo

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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.