Carchemish Collection

Ruins of the ancient city of Carchemish (Karkamis, Karkemish, Kargamis, Karkamisa, Karakamisa, Karikamisa, Gargamis) - an important ancient capital in the northern part of the region of Syria

Antiquities at Carchemish, Northern Syria (engraving)
1060408 Antiquities at Carchemish, Northern Syria (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Antiquities at Carchemish, Northern Syria)

The wooden gates of Shalmaneser III with bands of relief decoration in bronze (bronze)
2959457 The wooden gates of Shalmaneser III with bands of relief decoration in bronze (bronze) by Assyrian, (9th century BC); out of copyright

Sargon II capturing the Syro-Hittite city of Carchemish on the Upper Euphrates
3614203 Sargon II capturing the Syro-Hittite city of Carchemish on the Upper Euphrates, from Hutchinsons History of the Nations, pub.1915 by English School

Specimens of the Hittite Inscriptions (engraving)
1594778 Specimens of the Hittite Inscriptions (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Specimens of the Hittite Inscriptions)

The battle of Carchemish (engraving)
653841 The battle of Carchemish (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The battle of Carchemish)

Gold Hittite figure of a king or god, The Gold Tomb, Carcemish, Turkey, c605 BC. The Gold Tomb is a single grave, found inside the city walls

Neo-Hittite terracotta figurine of a horseman, Carcemish, 8th century BC. From the British Museum

The Battle of Carchemish, c. 605 BC, from Cassells Universal History, published 1888; Illustration

Neo-Hittite hieroglyphic Inscription from Carchemish, Syria
Hieroglyphic inscription, Neo-Hittite, c9th century BC. A large relief carving on a basalt slab found near Aleppo, Syria - the Carchemish (Karkemish) site

Octagonal clay prism (ca. 1100 BC) - annals of the Assyrian
The Octagonal clay prism (ca. 1100 BC) with the annals of the Assyrian king Tiglath-Pileser I (1114-1076 B.C.). This text spoke of a campaign of king Tiglath-pileser against the land of ?atti

Hittite stone relief at Carchemish, Turkey
A Hittite stone relief discovered at the Carchemish (Karkemish) - an important ancient capital at times independent but also having been part of the Mitanni, Hittite and Neo Assyrian Empires

Basalt relief with hieroglyphic inscriptions, from procession route of Carchemish, Turkey
Hittite civilization, 1st millennium b.C. Basalt relief with hieroglyphic inscriptions, from procession route of Carchemish, Turkey

Slab with relief depicting a Hittite warrior, from Carchemish, Turkey
Hittite civilization, 9th-8th century b.C. Slab with relief depicting a Hittite warrior. From Carchemish, Turkey

Basalt slab with relief depicting warriors armed with spear and shield, from Carchemish, Turkey
Hittite civilization, 9th century b.C. Basalt slab with relief depicting warriors armed with spear and shield. From Carchemish, Turkey

Relief depicting banquet at royal court, from Carchemish, Turkey
Hittite civilization, 9th century b.C. Relief depicting a banquet at the royal court. From Carchemish, Turkey

Slab with relief depicting procession of dignitaries, from Carchemish, Turkey
Hittite civilization, 9th century b.C. Slab with relief depicting a procession of dignitaries. From Carchemish, Turkey

Basalt slab with relief depicting head of young prince, from Carchemish, Turkey
Hittite civilization, 9th-8th century b.C. Basalt slab with relief depicting the head of a young prince. From Carchemish, Turkey

Relief depicting warrior armed with spear and shield, from Carchemish, Turkey
Hittite civilization, 9th century b.C. Relief depicting warrior armed with spear and shield. From Carchemish, Turkey

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The ancient city of Carchemish, located in Northern Syria, is a treasure trove of history and antiquities. These ruins offer a glimpse into the rich past of this once-thriving civilization. Among the remnants are the wooden gates of Shalmaneser III, adorned with intricate relief decoration in bronze. These gates stand as a testament to the skilled craftsmanship and artistic prowess of the people who inhabited this city. It also witnessed significant historical events, such as Sargon II's capture of the Syro-Hittite city. The battle that ensued has been immortalized through engravings, showcasing the fierce clashes that took place within these walls. One cannot overlook the Hittite inscriptions found at Carchemish. These specimens provide valuable insights into their language and culture, shedding light on their beliefs and way of life. Amidst these archaeological wonders lies a gold Hittite figure - perhaps representing a king or god - discovered in The Gold Tomb. This exquisite artifact dates back to around 605 BC and serves as evidence of the opulence that once existed within Carchemish's borders. Terracotta figurines depicting horsemen from Neo-Hittite times further emphasize their military might and equestrian skills. These small yet detailed sculptures give us an idea about how they perceived warfare during those times. A hieroglyphic inscription from Carchemish adds another layer to our understanding of this ancient civilization's written language system. Deciphering these symbols brings us closer to unraveling their stories etched onto stone tablets thousands of years ago. An octagonal clay prism dating back to approximately 1100 BC contains annals chronicling Assyrian history. This prism provides invaluable information about political alliances, conquests, and other noteworthy events during that era. Lastly, we encounter a striking Hittite stone relief at Carchemish - an artistic masterpiece carved into the rock.