Ransacked Collection

Jerusalem / Model 1st C
A reconstruction of JERUSALEM at the time of the second temple before the town was ransacked by the Romans. The model was made between 1964 and 1967 by Hans Kroch. Date: 66 AD

Belfast riots, August 1920
A double page spread from the Illustrated London News, reporting on rioting in Belfast that began on the night of the 23rd August, and continued for a week

Belfast riots, July 1920
A double page spread from the Illustrated London News, reporting on rioting in Belfast from 20th to 23rd July 1920. 18 people were killed, and 200 wounded during the disturbances

Coup d'etat in Portugal; Auto-da-fe in front of the building of the Democratic newspaper... 1917. Creator: Unknown
Coup d'etat in Portugal; Auto-da-fe in front of the building of the Democratic newspaper "O'Mundo", ransacked by revolutionaries during a night of disorder from December 7 to 8

The Bolshevik Coup in Russia; The study of the Empress Dowager, Marie Feodorovna... 1917. Creator: Unknown
The Bolshevik Coup in Russia; The study of the Empress Dowager, Marie Feodorovna; in the wall, a shell hole, 1917. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume 2" [L'Illustration

The Bolshevik Coup in Russia; At the Winter Palace: the bedroom of Grand Duchess... 1917. Creator: Unknown
The Bolshevik Coup in Russia; At the Winter Palace: the bedroom of Grand Duchess Tatiana, daughter of Nicolas II, 1917. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919

The Bolshevik Coup in Russia; The study of Tsar Alexander II, ancestor of Nicholas II... 1917. Creator: Unknown
The Bolshevik Coup in Russia; The study of Tsar Alexander II, ancestor of Nicholas II, after the sacking of the Winter Palace, on the night of November 7-8, 1917: until then

Nos villes a sac; Salle a manger et façade d'une maison de la rue d'Essommes. L'etat dans... 1918
Nos villes a sac; Salle a manger et facade d'une maison de la rue d'Essommes. L'etat dans lequel l'ennemi laissa un certain nombre d'habitations a Chateau Thierry

Nos villes a sac; Chambre a coucher et facade d, une maison modeste de la rue Saint-Martin, 1918. Creator: Unknown
Nos villes a sac; Chambre a coucher et facade d, une maison modeste de la rue Saint-Martin, 1918. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume 2" [L'Illustration, Paris, 1924]

Nos villes a sac; Une ville de la rue Saint-Martin et l'angle de son salon, 1918. Creator: Unknown
Nos villes a sac; Une ville de la rue Saint-Martin et l'angle de son salon, 1918. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume 2" [L'Illustration, Paris, 1924]

Nos villes a sac; Un pavillon de la rue d'Essommes et sa cuisine ou avaient ete empiles... 1918. Creator: Unknown
Nos villes a sac; Un pavillon de la rue d'Essommes et sa cuisine ou avaient ete empiles de la lingerie et des vetements, 1918

Nos villes a sac; Une salle de la bibliotheque des avocats: comment les Allemands se... 1918. Creator: Unknown
Nos villes a sac; Une salle de la bibliotheque des avocats: comment les Allemands se comporterent a Douai avant d'evacuer precipitamment la ville, le 16 october 1918, 1918

Nos villes a sac; L'interieur d'une librairie: comment les Allemands se comporterent a... 1918
Nos villes a sac; L'interieur d'une librairie: comment les Allemands se comporterent a Douai avant d'evacuer precipitamment la ville, le 16 octobre 1918, 1918

Nos villes a sac; La chapelle d'un etablissement religieux de la rue Victor-Hugo, profanee, 1918. Creator: Unknown
Nos villes a sac; La chapelle d'un etablissement religieux de la rue Victor-Hugo, profanee, 1918. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume 2" [L'Illustration, Paris, 1924]

Nos Chateaux au Pillage; Quelques aspects du Chateau du Gue a Tresmes, pres de Congis, 1914. Creator: Unknown
'Nos Chateaux au Pillage; Quelques aspects du Chateau du Gue a Tresmes, pres de Congis, apres un court sejour des allemands, 1914. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919: Volume I"

Nos Chateaux au Pillage; Quelques aspects du Chateau du Gue a Tresmes, pres de Congis, 1914. Creator: Unknown
'Nos Chateaux au Pillage; Quelques aspects du Chateau du Gue a Tresmes, pres de Congis, apres un court sejour des allemands, 1914. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919: Volume I"

Nos Chateaux au Pillage; Quelques aspects du Chateau du Gue a Tresmes, pres de Congis, 1914. Creator: Unknown
'Nos Chateaux au Pillage; Quelques aspects du Chateau du Gue a Tresmes, pres de Congis, apres un court sejour des allemands, 1914. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919: Volume I"

The Peacemakers
This tempera painting shows a ransacked area, where some military men are holding a blonde haired woman captive, with the proprietor sat at the table with a rope around his neck. Date: circa 1918

Fasci Siciliani, 1894
Two years of unrest and protest by the Fasci Siciliani culminate in violence : government offices are ransacked by the mob. Date: January 1894

A ransacked Egyptian tomb, 1933-1934. A print from Wonders of the Past, Volume I, 1933-1934

A room after a search, Russia, early 20th century(?). Found in the collection of the Russian State Film and Photo Archive, Krasnogorsk

Advert / Andrews Liver Sal
Andrews Liver Salts - " I must have left it behind!" Date: 1929

Joseph Priestley / Fire
JOSEPH PRIESTLEY Dr Priestleys house at Fairhill is ransacked and burnt by a Birmingham mob Date: 14 July 1791

Frontispiece to Mercurius Rusticus: The Countrys Complaint Recounting the
XJF618945 Frontispiece to Mercurius Rusticus: The Countrys Complaint Recounting the Sad Events of the late Unparalleld Rebellion, published in 1685 (engraving) by Faithorne

The Presidents House After its Destruction by the British, from Watterson s
BAL124502 The Presidents House After its Destruction by the British, from Wattersons New Guide to Washington (engraving) (b&w photo) by American School

Commodus Assassinated
When the appalling emperor Commodus is strangled in his bath by Narcissus, his palace is ransacked by the populace of Rome

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"Ransacked: A Journey Through Time and Turmoil" Step into the past as we explore the aftermath of various ransackings that have left their mark on history. From the ancient streets of Jerusalem to the turbulent Belfast riots, each event tells a unique tale of destruction and resilience. In Model 1st C Jerusalem, witness the remnants of a city torn apart by conflict. The echoes of violence still resonate through its ancient walls, reminding us of the struggles faced by those who once called it home. Traveling forward in time, we find ourselves amidst the chaos of Belfast riots in August 1920. Buildings lay in ruins, evidence of fierce clashes between opposing factions seeking control over this divided land. And just a month prior, similar scenes unfolded during July 1920's Belfast riots - scars etched deep into the fabric of this troubled city. But amidst these tales of turmoil, there are also stories that inspire hope. "The Peacemakers" painting captures leaders coming together to forge unity despite their differences - a poignant reminder that even after devastation, reconciliation is possible. Delve further into history and discover an engraving titled "Heroique Devouement D Un Indou, " depicting bravery amid chaos during Fasci Siciliani in 1894. This artwork immortalizes acts of heroism amidst societal upheaval - proof that humanity can rise above adversity. Journeying across continents and cultures brings us to an Egyptian tomb ransacked between 1933-1934. Once filled with treasures from antiquity, it now stands as a testament to both human curiosity and greed – a stark reminder that our actions can forever alter our shared heritage. A room after search reveals glimpses into Russia's early 20th-century unrest; personal belongings scattered haphazardly tell stories untold but felt deeply within these four walls – silent witnesses to lives disrupted by political turbulence. Amongst these historical snapshots, an advertisement for Andrews Liver Sal catches our eye.