Phoenician Collection

Map of ancient Palestine kingdoms of Judah and Israel
Map of Phoenicia and Judea in the time of King Solomon, 10th century BC. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Moloch
MOLOCH the Phoenician deity to whom live children were sacrificed by fire Date: 7th century BC

Bust of goddess Tanit. Carthaginian art. Sculpture. SPAIN. BALEARES. IBIZA. Ibiza. Museum of Archaeology of Ibiza and Formentera

Lebanon / Sidon
The former Crusader fortress at Sidon, Lebanon. Sidon was originally the most important Phoenician trading centre in the Mediterranean. Date: 1930s

Ancient Alphabets
Various ancient writing examples including the Egyptian and Phoenician alphabets. Date: Circa 1760

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

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

Phoenician art. Cyprus. Bust of a bearded man. 6th century BC. Archaic Period. Limestone. It comes from Golgoi (Cyprus). Metropolitan Museum of Art. New York. United States

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

Punic civilization. Reconstruction of Byrsa Hill, with the Punic city and Hannibals circular harbor
Punic civilization. Reconstruction of Byrsa Hill, with the Punic city and Hannibals circular harbour, late 4th-2nd century b.C. Fresco by architect J. M. Gassend

Phoenician coins and writing
Phoenician coins. Engraving depicting various coins and medals from the Phoenician civilisation. Phoenicia existed as a collection of city states in the coastal areas of modern day Lebanon and Syria

Openwork plaque with a striding sphinx, c. 9th-8th century B. C. (ivory)
5054677 Openwork plaque with a striding sphinx, c.9th-8th century B.C. (ivory) by Neo-Assyrian, (9th century BC); 8.8x10.3 x2.1 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

The Phoenician Roman port of Tharros, Sardinia, Italy, Mediterranean, Europe

Baal, god of the ancient Mideast
Ancient Phoenician or Canaanite deity Baal holding an infant. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Ancient ships: Phoenician merchant ship 1, ancient warship 2, and the floating castle of King Hiero of Syracuse
FLO4574440 Ancient ships: Phoenician merchant ship 1, ancient warship 2, and the floating castle of King Hiero of Syracuse, Sicily, designed by Archimedes 3

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.

A Phoenician Ship
1578396 A Phoenician Ship; (add.info.: A Phoenician Ship, about 700 B.C. From a bas-relief at Nineveh.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Bronze bowl from Nimrud, Phoenician. 8th century BC (object)
533757 Bronze bowl from Nimrud, Phoenician. 8th century BC (object); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Phoenician anthropomorphic head, on a wine Jug
3480471 Phoenician anthropomorphic head, on a wine Jug; (add.info.: Phoenician anthropomorphic head, on a wine Jug. From El Aouja, Tunisia; 3rd Century AD. Musee national du Bardo)

A tub-shaped Phoenician Galley
3330858 A tub-shaped Phoenician Galley; (add.info.: Illustration of a tub-shaped Phoenician Galley. Dated 7th Century BC.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

The Phoenician alphabet developed from the Proto-Canaanite alphabet, during the 15th century BC
529061 The Phoenician alphabet developed from the Proto-Canaanite alphabet, during the 15th century BC. Before then the Phoenicians wrote with a cuneiform script

Bearded head pendant (sand-core glass)
BAL125346 Bearded head pendant (sand-core glass); Carthage, Tunisia.

Cadmus Killing the Serpent, published 1606. Creators: Antonio Tempesta, Wilhelm Janson
Cadmus Killing the Serpent, published 1606. From The Metamorphoses of Ovid, pl. 23

The Legates of Alexander the Great Investing the Gardener Abdalonymus with the Insignia of the Kings Creator
The Legates of Alexander the Great Investing the Gardener Abdalonymus with the Insignia of the Kingship of Sidon, c.1645-c.1650

Cadmus's Men Killed by the Serpent, published 1606. Creators: Antonio Tempesta, Wilhelm Janson
Cadmus's Men Killed by the Serpent, published 1606. From The Metamorphoses of Ovid, pl. 22

Monument of Phoenicians or Carthagenians on the island of Gozo, 1778. Creator: Louis Ducros
Monument of Phoenicians or Carthagenians on the island of Gozo, 1778. Drawing from the album Voyage to Italy, Sicily and Malta

Hebrew period, Phoenician period: Sketch for the drawing room of the boys school in rue... 1879. Creator: Joseph Aubert
Hebrew period, Phoenician period: Sketch for the drawing room of the boys school in rue Dombasle, 15th arrondissement of Paris, 1879

Tunisia, Tunis, Carthage, Byrsa Hill, Ruins

Hathoric capital with lotus flowers and reproduction of a naos taken from a temple in the Phoenician city of Byblos; the work is preserved in the Louvre Museum, Paris France Paris

Eone or Aion, Roman relief kept in Villa Albani in Rome Rome Villa Albani Relief Roman Art, Europe, Ancient Civilization. Date of Photograph:1920-1930. Date of Artwork:I sec. a.C.-IV sec. d.C

Europe, Italy, Sardinia. The archeologic area of the ancient phoenician town of Nora near to Pula (and Cagliari)

Europe, Italy, Sardinia. The theatre in archeologic area of the ancient phoenician town of Nora near to Pula (and Cagliari)

europe, Italy, Sicily, Marsala, Trapani. the salt flats with the ancient wind mill

europe, Italy, Sicily. Marsala the salt flats with the ancient wind mill

europe, Italy, Sicily. Motya island, the archeological site

Aerial view of the ruins fo the ancient Phoenician city of Tharros, Capo San Marco, Sinis peninsula, Cabras, Oristano province, Sardinia, Italy

Tunisia, Tunis, Carthage, Byrsa Hill, Punic Ruins

Tunisia, Cap Bon, Kerkouane, ruins of ancient Punic settlement, House of Tanit, Punic protective symbol

Tunisia, Tunis, Carthage, Byrsa Hill, Relief

Tunisia, Tunis, Carthage, Byrsa Hill, Mosaics

Tunisia, Tunis, Carthage, Roman Villas

Tunisia, Tunis, Carthage, Antonine Baths

Tunisia, Tunis, Carthage, Byrsa Hill, St Louis Cathedral

Italy, Sardinia, Oristano Region, Sinis Peninsula, Tharros, ruins of ancient Phoenician city, Roman era columns

Mummy of King Tabnit (about 500 BC)
Mummy of Sidonian King Tabnit (about 500 BC). Detail. Archaeological Museum. Istanbul. Turkey

Phoenician art. Cyprus. The Amathus sarcophagus with reliefs depicting a parade with chariots. Limestone. Archaic Period. 5th century B.C. It comes from a tomb at Amathus (Cyprus)

Religious costumes in the ancient times (colour litho)
ELD702667 Religious costumes in the ancient times (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: From left to right)

Dido holding a dagger in her right hand, left arm outstreched, ca. 1510. Creator: Marcantonio Raimondi
Dido holding a dagger in her right hand, left arm outstreched, ca. 1510

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"Unveiling the Enigmatic Phoenician Civilization: Traders, Artisans, and Explorers" Discover the ancient world of Phoenicia through a captivating journey. Delve into their rich history as we explore the map of ancient Palestine kingdoms of Judah and Israel, where these enterprising people once thrived. Marvel at the intricate sculptures that adorned their cities, such as the bust of goddess Tanit—a masterpiece from Carthaginian art—showcasing their devotion to deities like Moloch. Witness the artistic prowess in a Cyprus bust depicting a bearded man from the 6th century B. C. , revealing their mastery over form and expression. Travel to Lebanon's Sidon, renowned for its flourishing trade routes that made Phoenicians exceptional merchants. Admire how they harnessed nature's resources by sourcing Cedars of Lebanon for Solomon's Temple—an architectural marvel symbolizing their craftsmanship. Unlock secrets hidden within ancient alphabets developed by these innovative traders-turned-scholars. Their contribution revolutionized writing systems across civilizations. Step back in time to bustling ports where Phoenician traders embarked on daring voyages across seas unknown. Picture them navigating treacherous waters with confidence and determination. Witness Punic civilization come alive through vivid frescoes depicting Byrsa Hill—the heart of Carthage—and Hannibal's circular harbor; testaments to their engineering ingenuity. Phoenician coins and writings offer glimpses into an era long gone but not forgotten. These artifacts serve as tangible links connecting us to this enigmatic civilization’s legacy. Be awestruck by an openwork plaque featuring a striding sphinx crafted from ivory during the 9th-8th century B. C. —a testament to Phoenicia's exquisite craftsmanship and artistic finesse. Finally, visit Tharros—a Roman port nestled in Sardinia—where remnants influence still linger today. Witness the enduring impact culture on Mediterranean Europe.