Laodicea Collection

Laodicea Dicey Langston of South Carolina protecting her elderly father, a known supporter of the revolutionary cause
SOUTH CAROLINA: LOYALISTS. Laodicea Dicey Langston of South Carolina protecting her elderly father, a known supporter of the revolutionary cause

The arch of Laodicea in Syria, near Latakia
View of the ruins of the hexagonal court in the Heliopolis, Temple of Baalbek, Beqaa Valley, Lebanon. Mistakenly labeled Arco di Laodicea

Coin Depicting the Head of a Man, 27 BCE-14 CE. Creator: Unknown
Coin Depicting the Head of a Man, 27 BCE-14 CE

The tomb of the Maccabees, Jerusalem, 1800s. Tomba di Maccabei. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Giovanni Antonio Sasso from Giulio Ferrarios Costumes Ancient

Laodicea (coloured engraving)
2787937 Laodicea (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Laodicea. Illustration for Thirty Prints of Places mentioned in the Holy Scriptures)

Laodicea (chromolitho)
2813948 Laodicea (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Laodicea. Illustration for Pictorial Sunday Readings (James Sangster, c 1880).); © Look and Learn

The Ruins of Hierapolis, now called Pambouk Kaleh, on the way from Laodicea (engraving)
978255 The Ruins of Hierapolis, now called Pambouk Kaleh, on the way from Laodicea (engraving) by Allom, Thomas (1804-72) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Ruins of Hierapolis)

Laodicea, one of the Seven Churches, Asia Minor (engraving)
978253 Laodicea, one of the Seven Churches, Asia Minor (engraving) by Allom, Thomas (1804-72) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Laodicea, one of the Seven Churches)

Ruins at Laodicea, Turkey

The ruins of Laodicea, 1887. Artist: W Wallis
The ruins of Laodicea, 1887. Laodicea was the name for at least six Hellenistic cities, which were named for one of the several queens named Laodice in the Seleucid dynasty

Laodicea, Turkey Drawn By Thomas Allom, Engraved By E. Brandard, From The Collection Of G. Virtue Esq. C. 1863
Laodicea, Turkey Drawn By Thomas Allom, Engraved By E. Brandard, From The Collection Of G. Virtue Esq. C.1863

Laodicea Ruins
People camp amid the ruins of Laodicea, an important religious centre in the Byzantine era, due to it having one of the seven most sacred Christian churches. Date: 19th century

Turkey / Laodicea
Laodicea (now Denizli) fell to the Kingdom of Pergamum in the 2nd century BC, and then to the Roman Empire for a short period. It was destroyed in an earthquake in 60 BC. Date: mid 19th century

Syria / Laodicea C1840
The ruins of Laodicea (today Latakia) : if the old city was destroyed, it is perhaps because its inhabitants were said (in the Bible) to be indifferent to religion Date: circa 1840

Laodicea ruin of one of Pauls churches. Date: circa late 19th century

Laodicea - Turkey
Remains of the entrance at Laodicea on the Lycus (Latin: Laodicea ad Lycum, also transliterated as Laodiceia or Laodikeia - earlier known as Diospolis and Rhoas)

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"Laodicea: A Tale of Courage and Heritage" In the midst of the American Revolution, Laodicea Dicey Langston emerged as a symbol of unwavering bravery. Hailing from South Carolina, she fearlessly protected her elderly father, a staunch supporter of the revolutionary cause, against relentless Loyalist troops. This mezzotint artwork by Tompkins Harrison Matteson captures the essence of her valiant spirit. As we delve deeper into history, we encounter an intriguing coin dating back to 27 BCE-14 CE. Crafted by an unknown creator, it depicts the head of a man who lived during a time shrouded in mystery and intrigue. Shifting our gaze towards Iran's rich cultural heritage, we marvel at the magnificent pavilion adorning Ali Qapu Palace in Isfahan. Its grandeur stands as a testament to human creativity and architectural brilliance that has withstood the test of time. Further east lies Syria's enchanting city near Latakia - Laodicea. The arch standing proudly amidst its ruins whispers tales from ancient civilizations that once thrived within its walls. Journeying across continents brings us to Jerusalem's sacred ground where the tomb of the Maccabees rests solemnly. It serves as a poignant reminder of religious fervor and sacrifice etched into history for generations to come. The vibrant colored engravings depicting Laodicea transport us back in time when this bustling city flourished with life and culture. Each chromolitho brushstroke breathes life into forgotten stories waiting to be rediscovered. Continuing our exploration through Turkey unveils mesmerizing ruins at Laodicea; remnants frozen in time tell tales untold yet yearning to be heard again. Wandering amongst these ancient stones evokes a sense of wonderment about lives lived centuries ago.