As It Was Collection

Artist's impression of the Palace of Knossos, Crete, c. 1900 (litho)
XZL151536 Artist's impression of the Palace of Knossos, Crete, c.1900 (litho) by Gillieron, Emile (1851-1924); Private Collection; (add.info.: discovered by Sir Arthur Evans;)

Olympia in the classical era, 1914 (colour litho)_
CHT285278 Olympia in the classical era, 1914 (colour litho)_ by Gaertner, Heinrich (1828-1909) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Palaces of Nimrud Restored, a reconstruction of the palaces built by Ashurbanipal
STC75460 The Palaces of Nimrud Restored, a reconstruction of the palaces built by Ashurbanipal on the banks of the Tigris

Transverse section of the Temple of Jupiter at Aegina (colour litho)
STC221887 Transverse section of the Temple of Jupiter at Aegina (colour litho) by Daumont (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

A View of Ancient Rome, 1838 (w / c and gouache over pencil on paper)
BIR108324 A View of Ancient Rome, 1838 (w/c and gouache over pencil on paper) by Palmer, Samuel (1805-81); 41.1x57.8 cm; Birmingham Museums and Art Gallery; English, out of copyright

A Banquet in Ancient Greece, 1880 (colour litho)
CHT245013 A Banquet in Ancient Greece, 1880 (colour litho) by Nordmann (fl.1880) (after); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris, France; eArchives Charmet; German, out of copyright

Interior of a House in Pompeii, c. 1880 (colour litho)
CHT216945 Interior of a House in Pompeii, c.1880 (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris, France; eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright

Reconstruction of the entrance of the palace of Sargon II (721-705 BC) at Khorsabad, Iraq
CHT225218 Reconstruction of the entrance of the palace of Sargon II (721-705 BC) at Khorsabad, Iraq, 1867 (colour engraving) by Thomas, Felix (1815-75) (after); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs

A Music Festival in Pompeii (colour litho)
CHT220395 A Music Festival in Pompeii (colour litho) by Niccolini, Antonio (1772-1850) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Une fete musicale a Pompeii; ); eArchives Charmet; Italian

Longitudinal section of the Temple of Jupiter at Aegina (323-27 BC) (colour litho)
STC221889 Longitudinal section of the Temple of Jupiter at Aegina (323-27 BC) (colour litho) by Daumont (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Facade of the Temple of Jupiter at Aegina (323-27 BC) (colour litho)
STC221888 Facade of the Temple of Jupiter at Aegina (323-27 BC) (colour litho) by Daumont (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The City of Ephesus from Mount Coressus, engraved by T. Picken, 1859 (colour litho)
CHT175131 The City of Ephesus from Mount Coressus, engraved by T. Picken, 1859 (colour litho) by Falkener, Edward (1814-96) (after); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

The Roman Forum (w / c on paper)
CW151260 The Roman Forum (w/c on paper) by Arundale, Francis Vyvyan Jago (1807-53); 64.5x100 cm; Private Collection; eChristopher Wood Gallery, London, UK; English, out of copyright

A Glimpse of the great city of Carthage at the height of its naval power
CHT164417 A Glimpse of the great city of Carthage at the height of its naval power and commercial splendour, late 19th century (engraving) (b/w photo) by French School

A Reconstruction of Sparta: the Persian Porch and Place of Consultation of
CH402151 A Reconstruction of Sparta: the Persian Porch and Place of Consultation of the Lacedemonians (pencil, pen & black ink and w/c on paper) by Gandy

A Market in Pompeii (colour litho)
CHT220393 A Market in Pompeii (colour litho) by Niccolini, Antonio (1772-1850) (after); Private Collection; eArchives Charmet; Italian, out of copyright

The Reconstruction of Ancient Rome at the Time of the Antonines, c
CJP107276 The Reconstruction of Ancient Rome at the Time of the Antonines, c.1819 (pen & ink and w/c on paper) by Cockerell

The Roman Forum of Antiquity, 1914 (w / c on paper)
CHT179654 The Roman Forum of Antiquity, 1914 (w/c on paper) by Hoffbauer, Theodor Josef Hubert (1839-1922); Galerie Daniel Greiner, Paris

The Roman Forum of Antiquity, reconstruction of Giambattista Gatteschi (engraving)
XIR253139 The Roman Forum of Antiquity, reconstruction of Giambattista Gatteschi (engraving) by French School; Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris, France; (add.info.: reconstitution; ); French

The Capitol, set design for Titus, by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756-91)
XPH73651 The Capitol, set design for Titus, by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756-91), the performance directed by Anton Genast in the Hoftheater in Vienna, engraved by the artist, 1815 by Beuther

A Scene in Ancient Rome, A Setting for Titus Andronicus, Act I, scene 3, c. 1830
XYC281151 A Scene in Ancient Rome, A Setting for Titus Andronicus, Act I, scene 3, c.1830 (w/c & gouache with pen & ink on paper) by Gandy

The Roman Forum of Antiquity, 1914 (b / w engraving)
XIR253143 The Roman Forum of Antiquity, 1914 (b/w engraving) by Hoffbauer, Theodor Josef Hubert (1839-1922) (after); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

View of Vienna in Roman Times, 1860 (oil on canvas)
XIR161384 View of Vienna in Roman Times, 1860 (oil on canvas) by Rey, Etienne (1789-1867); Musee des Beaux-Arts, Lyon, France; (add.info.: Vue de Vienne a l epoque romaine; ); French, out of copyright

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"Journey through Time: Captivating Glimpses of Ancient Civilizations" Step into the realm of antiquity as we explore the vivid depictions from various eras. An artist's impression transports us to Crete, circa 1900, where the majestic Palace of Knossos stands in all its glory. The lithograph captures the grandeur and mystery that once enveloped this ancient civilization. Moving forward, Olympia during the classical era comes alive in a vibrant color lithograph from 1914. Immerse yourself in the atmosphere of athletic prowess and cultural significance that permeated this legendary city. Witnessing history unfold before our eyes, we delve into Ashurbanipal's reign with "The Palaces of Nimrud Restored. " This meticulous reconstruction allows us to marvel at the architectural marvels crafted by one of Assyria's most powerful kings. A transverse section reveals intricate details within the Temple of Jupiter at Aegina. The color lithograph showcases not only artistic finesse but also offers insight into religious practices prevalent during that time. Transported back to Rome in 1838, an exquisite watercolor and gouache painting presents "A View of Ancient Rome. " With delicate strokes on paper, it encapsulates bustling streets and iconic landmarks that shaped one of history's greatest empires. Feast your eyes upon an opulent banquet scene set amidst ancient Greece. Through a colorful lithograph from 1880, we catch a glimpse into their lavish celebrations and indulge in their rich cultural heritage. Unveiling life frozen in time, an interior view takes us inside a house preserved for centuries beneath Pompeii's ashes. Vibrant colors bring forth forgotten domestic spaces while reminding us how daily life unfolded amidst Roman splendor. Marvel at Sargon II's palace entrance reconstructed meticulously at Khorsabad, Iraq. This awe-inspiring depiction invites you to step foot into an empire long lost yet forever etched in history.