Burial Collection (page 5)

The Grave of Charles Dickens, 1870
1575571 The Grave of Charles Dickens, 1870; (add.info.: Illustration depicts the grave of Charles Dickens (1812-1870) at Poets Corner, Westminster Abbey

The Campo Santo, 1860
1577536 The Campo Santo, 1860; (add.info.: The Campo Santo or Cemetery, Pisa.); Universal History Archive/UIG

North London Cemetery, Highgate, London, England. The Egyptian avenue, built in the architectural style fashionable at
537303 North London Cemetery, Highgate, London, England. The Egyptian avenue, built in the architectural style fashionable at this time

Goddess Isis with King Tuthmosis III at Deir el Bahn, Luxor, Egypt, shown with horns and solar disc on head
534220 Goddess Isis with King Tuthmosis III at Deir el Bahn, Luxor, Egypt, shown with horns and solar disc on head. 15th century BC, (painted limestone relief); Universal History Archive/UIG

Burial of General Edward Braddock in 1755 near Great Meadows Pennsylvania USA. General Edward Braddock 1695-1755
3052881 Burial of General Edward Braddock in 1755 near Great Meadows Pennsylvania USA. General Edward Braddock 1695-1755. British soldier

Grave site of an Icelandic man and his horse
5304928 Grave site of an Icelandic man and his horse.; (add.info.: Grave site of an Icelandic man and his horse. Horses would usually be sent into the afterlife with their owner)

Engraving based on an ancient Egyptian tomb painting depicting hunting dogs, 19th century
5309215 Engraving based on an ancient Egyptian tomb painting depicting hunting dogs, 19th century; (add.info.: Engraving based on an ancient Egyptian tomb painting depicting hunting dogs)

The Lanyon Quoit
3740634 The Lanyon Quoit; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the Lanyon Quoit, a dolmen in Cornwall. A dolmen is a single-chamber megalithic tomb. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Mausoleum of Franz Liszt
3118848 Mausoleum of Franz Liszt; (add.info.: Mausoleum of Franz Liszt (1811-1886) Hungarian composer, virtuoso pianist, conductor, music teacher, arranger, and Franciscan tertiary

Abbey of Saint-Germain-des-Pres
3078096 Abbey of Saint-Germain-des-Pres; (add.info.: Photographic print of Abbey of Saint-Germain-des-Pres, the burial place of Merovingian kings of Neustria)

Photographic print of Abbey of Saint-Germain-des-Pres
3077733 Photographic print of Abbey of Saint-Germain-des-Pres; (add.info.: Photographic print of Abbey of Saint-Germain-des-Pres, the burial place of Merovingian kings of Neustria)

Stone Age tumulus at Roddinge, Denmark containing two chambers. From John Lubbock lst Baron Avebury Prehistoric Times
533807 Stone Age tumulus at Roddinge, Denmark containing two chambers. From John Lubbock lst Baron Avebury Prehistoric Times London 1913

An ancient cist, 1860 (engraving)
1579509 An ancient cist, 1860 (engraving); (add.info.: Engraving of an ancient cist, a small stone-built coffin-like box or ossuary used to hold the bodies of the dead. Found in Westminster Abbey)

Entrance to the Caves at Beni Hasan: Ancient Egyptian burial site used mainly during the Middle Kingdom
544802 Entrance to the Caves at Beni Hasan: Ancient Egyptian burial site used mainly during the Middle Kingdom, 21st-17th centuries BC

The Ghost of Napoleon on St Helena. Allegorical print of Napoleon's tomb on St Helena
542695 The Ghost of Napoleon on St Helena. Allegorical print of Napoleon's tomb on St Helena, with the figure of Napoleon watching as a laurel wreath is laid on the stone

A burial site near Lower Heysham
5310133 A burial site near Lower Heysham; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a burial site, thought to be Saxon, near Lower Heysham, Lincolnshire. Burial chambers were cut into the solid rock)

Grave site of an Icelandic man and his horse
5304929 Grave site of an Icelandic man and his horse.; (add.info.: Grave site of an Icelandic man and his horse. Horses would usually be sent into the afterlife with their owner)

Carved wood grave marker, corps badge of Henry Ball, 109th New York Vols
3028965 Carved wood grave marker, corps badge of Henry Ball, 109th New York Vols, ; Private Collection; (add.info.: Carved wood grave marker, silver corps badge of Sergeant Henry Ball)

CSA Georgia Button On Butternut Cloth from a grave, 1886
3027917 CSA Georgia Button On Butternut Cloth from a grave, 1886; Private Collection; (add.info.: CSA Georgia Button On Butternut Cloth from a grave, 1886); © Don Troiani

Union soldier's temporary wooden tombstone
3029357 Union soldier's temporary wooden tombstone; Private Collection; (add.info.: United States Civil War, Union soldier's temporary wooden tombstone of a soldier of the 50th Massachusetts)

The gravesite of Wilhelm Richard Wagner
3586345 The gravesite of Wilhelm Richard Wagner; (add.info.: Illustration depicting the gravesite of Wilhelm Richard Wagner (1813-1883) a German composer

Virgil's tomb
3740690 Virgil's tomb; (add.info.: Illustration depicting a Roman burial vault in Naples thought to be tomb of the poet Virgil. Virgil (70 BC-19 BC) an ancient Roman poet of the Augustan period

Group of men exiting Francklyn Cottage after Garfield's death, 1881
1576782 Group of men exiting Francklyn Cottage after Garfield's death, 1881; (add.info.: An end to all disagreement A group of men, probably President Garfield's physicians)

Necropolis (cemetery) Glasgow. Steel engraving 1888
536439 Necropolis (cemetery) Glasgow. Steel engraving 1888; (add.info.: Necropolis (cemetery) Glasgow. Steel engraving 1888); Universal History Archive/UIG

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"Unveiling the Mysteries of Burial: From Sutton Hoo to Tutankhamun" Step into the ancient world as we explore the captivating realm practices. Delve into history's most remarkable tombs and gravesites, each holding a unique story waiting to be discovered. Journey back in time to the Sutton Hoo treasure, where an extraordinary ship burial unveiled a glimpse into Anglo-Saxon culture. Marvel at the intricate artifacts that once adorned this royal resting place, revealing tales of power and prestige. Venture further east to Egypt's Tomb of Tutankhamun, a mesmerizing testament to Pharaohs' opulence during the 14th century BC. Witness the breathtaking treasures unearthed from this sacred site, shedding light on ancient Egyptian beliefs surrounding death and afterlife. In Winchester Cathedral's Graveyard, stand before a solemn gravestone etched with heartfelt words honoring those who have passed. Reflect on life's transient nature as you contemplate mortality amidst serene surroundings. Discover Pharaoh Amenhotep I's final resting place in Egypt—a grand tribute befitting his divine status. Admire the architectural marvels that immortalize his legacy while pondering upon ancient rituals performed for departed rulers. Wander through Waylands Smithy and West Kennet Long Barrow—ancient British burial mounds shrouded in mystery. Feel their mystical aura as you traverse these haunting landscapes, contemplating how our ancestors honored their dead. Gaze upon Cairo's iconic Great Pyramids at sunset—an awe-inspiring sight symbolizing eternity itself. These colossal structures serve as enduring reminders of humanity's quest for immortality throughout history. Witness Arthur and Guinivere being exhumed—a moment frozen in time when legend meets reality. Uncover secrets buried deep within folklore as modern techniques shed new light on age-old tales. Marvel at Winterbourne Stoke Barrows—the enigmatic burial grounds that dot England's countryside.