Macedonia Collection (page 13)

In the Balkans: Macedonians defending themselves with bombs against Turkish Soldiers, 1903. An illustration from Le Petit Journal, 27th September 1903

Coin of Ptolemy I and Berenice I, Ptolemaic kingdom of Egypt, 3rd century BC
Coin of Ptolemy I and Berenice I, Ptolemaic Kingdom of Egypt, 3rd century BC. Eight drachma piece. Berenice I was the third wife of Ptolemy I Soter

Alexander the Great visits Darius, 4th century BC, (15th century). Alexander visits the King of Persia, left detail of a work in the collection of the National Museum of Ancient Art, Lisbon

Alexander the Great, 15th century. Illustration from La geste ou histoire du noble roy Alexandre, roy de Macedonie, from the Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Alexander Cuts the Gordian Knot, late 18th / early 19th century. Artist: Jean Simon Berthelemy
Alexander Cuts the Gordian Knot, late 18th/early 19th century. From the Ecole des Beaux-Arts, Paris

Alexander the Great of Macedon, Hunting detail from Alexander Sarcophagus, late 4th Century BC. From the Royal Necropolis of Sidon

Alexander the Great, c4th century BC
Alexander the Great, lifetime issue, 4th century BC. Alexander III of Macedon (356 BC- 323 BC), commonly known as Alexander the Great

A Macedonian General fighting Persians, 4th century BC. (20th century). Hellenistic stone sarcophagus adorned with bas-relief carvings from the Royal Necropolis, Sidon

Entry of Alexander the Great into Babylon, 331 BC, (18th century). Artist: Johann Georg Platzer
Entry of Alexander the Great into Babylon, 331 BC, (18th century). The city of Babylon (now in modern-day Iraq) surrenders to Alexander the Great (356-323 BC)

Gold Stater of Phillip II of Macedon, 4th century BC
The coin refers to Phillips (382-336 BC) success in a chariot race in the Olympic Games of 356 BC. Many of these coins were used to pay western barbarian mercenaries

Alexander the Great, Macedonian king and soldier. In only 13 years, Alexander III of Macedon (c356-323 BC) conquered a vast empire stretching from the Mediterranean to India

Battle between Alexander and Porus, 326 BC, (mid to late 17th century). Artist: Nicolaes Berchem
Battle between Alexander and Porus, 326 BC, (mid to late 17th century). The forces of Alexander the Great (356-323 BC) combat those of the Indian rajah Porus (active 327-315 BC)

Gold coin of Alexander the Great, 4th century BC
Winged victory symbolises the victory of Alexander the Great (356-323 BC) at Salamis, 4th century BC

The Battle of Arbela, 331 BC, (17th century). Artist: Charles le Brun
The Battle of Arbela, 331 BC, (17th century). Alexander the Great (356-323 BC) defeats the Persians under Darius III (died 331 BC) at Arbela (or Arbelles), now Irbil in modern-day Iraq

Sisygambis... Mistakes Hephistion (Hephaestion) for Alexander the Great, 18th century. Artist: Mura, Francesco de
Sisygambis, Mother of Darius III, Mistakes Hephistion (Hephaestion) for Alexander the Great, 18th century. After Alexanders (356-323 BC) defeat of the Persian King Darius III (died 331 BC)

Alexander the Great Cutting the Gordian Knot, 17th century. Artist: Matham, Theodor (1589-?)
Alexander the Great Cutting the Gordian Knot, 17th century. Found in the collection of the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

Antiochus and Stratonice, 18th century. Artist: Francesco Fontebasso
Antiochus and Stratonice, 18th century. Antiochus I Soter (d261 BC) was a king of the Hellenistic Seleucid Empire. He married his stepmother, Stratonice, after his father, Seleucus I Nicator

Marble portrait of Alexander the Great, Hellenistic Greek, 2nd-1st century BC. Earlier portraits of Alexander, in heroic style, look less youthful than those made after his death

Bust of the Macedonian General Alexander the Great. Artist: Lysippos
Bust of Alexander the Great (356-323 BC), copying the physiognomy of Alexander as portrayed by Lysipuus c. 330 BC, currently in the Louvres collection

Roman statuette of Alexander the Great on horseback, from the British Museums collection

Bust of Alexander the Great, 4th century BC
Bust of Alexander the Great (356-322 BC), the Macedonian King who conquered half of the known world, 4th century BC

Head of Ptolemy I Soter, 4th century BC
Head of Ptolemy I Soter (367-283 BC), from the Louvres collection. Ptolemy I was one of Alexander the Greats generals, who secured Egypt after the fracturing of his empire, 4th century BC

Gold state of Ptolemy I Soter, c4th century BC

Macedonian coin of the fifth century BC. A coin from Mende showing Dionysus on a mule with a drinking cup, from the British Museums collection

Roman copy of a lost Greek original bust of Alexander the Great, 350 BC
Roman copy of a lost Greek original bust of Alexander the Great (356-323 BC) of 350 BC, from the British Museums collection

Philip II, King of Macedon. The father of Alexander the Great, Philip (382-336 BC) was king of Macedon from 359 BC. Portrait bust

Model of the ancient Macedonian royal tombs. Late 20th century reconstruction. The royal house of Macedon which lasted from the 9th century BC-4th century BC had royal tombs at Vergina, Macedonia

Olympias, queen of Macedon, 3rd century AD. Olympias (died 316 BC), was the wife of Philip II, and mother of Alexander the Great

Philip II of Macedon, 212 AD. Medallion portrait of Philip (382 BC-336 BC), father of Alexander the Great who succeeded him as Alexander III of Macedon

Portrait bust of a young Alexander the Great, 4th century BC. Alexander the Great (356 BC-323 BC) was Alexander III of Macedon from 336 BC. From the collection of the Ancient Olympia Museum

Ivory portrait bust of Alexander the Great, 4th century BC. Bust of Alexander the Great (356 BC-323 BC), who was Alexander III of Macedon from 336 BC, found in the Macedonian royal tombs at Vergina

View of the archaeological remains at Pella, Central Macedonia. From the 5th century BC-2nd century BC, Pella was the capital of ancient Macedonia

Battle of Issus, 333 BC, (1st century AD). Alexander The Great (356-323BC), seen here at far left, defeating the forces of the Persian king Darius III at Issus in Cilicia, (now southern Anatolia)

The Deer Hunt, 4th century BC. Alexander the Great (356 BC-323 BC) left, and Hephaestion, his boyhood friend, with a stag

Ptolemy I, Soter, King of Egypt, 1803. Artist: John Chapman
Ptolemy I, King of Egypt, 1803. One of the greatest generals of Alexander the Great, after whose death he became ruler of Egypt, Ptolemy (367-283 BC) was the founder of the Ptolemaic dynasty

Bust of Seleucus I Nicator, Macedonian general, c4th-3rd century BC. Seleucus (c358-280 BC) accompanied Alexander the Great on his conquests

Sarcophagus, 4th century BC. Showing battle scenes of the time of Alexander the Great. The mounted figure is the general Hephaestion

Alexander the Great (356-323 BC) on his deathbed, 1830. In only 13 years, Alexander III of Macedon conquered a vast empire stretching from the Mediterranean to India

Alexander the Great (356-323 BC) as a youth, listening to his tutor Aristotle, c1875. In only 13 years, Alexander III of Macedon conquered a vast empire stretching from the Mediterranean to India

Alexander the Great, (356-323 BC), c1873
Alexander the Great (356-323 BC), c336-c323 BC. In only 13 years, Alexander III of Macedon conquered a vast empire stretching from the Mediterranean to India

Alexander the Great, (356-323 BC), 1425
Alexander the Great (356-323 BC), c336-c323 BC. In only 13 years, Alexander III of Macedon conquered a vast empire stretching from the Mediterranean to India

Alexander the Great, (356-323 BC), c336-c323 BC
Alexander the Great (356-323 BC), c336-c323 BC. In only 13 years, Alexander III of Macedon conquered a vast empire stretching from the Mediterranean to India

Alexander the Great (356-323 BC). In only 13 years, Alexander III of Macedon conquered a vast empire stretching from the Mediterranean to India

Alexander the Great (356-323 BC), 3rd century BC. In only 13 years, Alexander III of Macedon conquered a vast empire stretching from the Mediterranean to India

Alexander the Great (356-323 BC), 1924. In only 13 years, Alexander III of Macedon conquered a vast empire stretching from the Mediterranean to India

Alexander the Great (356-323 BC), c1800
Alexander the Great (356-323 BC), 1800. Romanticised portrayal of Alexander in a plumed helmet. In only 13 years, Alexander III of Macedon conquered a vast empire stretching from the Mediterranean to

Hermes. Greek relief from Thasos, Greece, c470 BC. Relief of the Passage of Theori, from the agora of Thasos. Thasian marble with traces of polychromy

Detail of the Last Supper of Salonika embroidered on vestments, 14th century
Detail of the Last Supper ( Epitaphios ) of Salonika, embroidered on vestments, probably made in Constantinople. from the Byzantine Museums collection in Athens, 14th century

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Macedonia, a land steeped in rich history and cultural heritage, holds within its borders countless treasures that tell the tales of ancient civilizations. Nestled in Thessalonica, Macedonia, Greece, Europe, this enchanting region is home to numerous Greek Orthodox icons that depict pivotal moments in religious history. One such icon portrays Christ's resurrection, symbolizing hope and triumph over death. It serves as a testament to the unwavering faith of the Greek Orthodox community residing in Macedonia. Another icon showcases Jesus' crucifixion, evoking deep emotions and reminding believers of his sacrifice for humanity. The visitation of the Virgin Mary to her cousin Saint Elizabeth is beautifully depicted in an iconic masterpiece by Godong. This sacred event signifies divine blessings and intergenerational connections within Christianity. As we explore further into Macedonia's historical tapestry, we encounter a map illustrating the vast empire conquered by King Alexander the Great. The Battle of Issus stands out as one of his most significant victories - a turning point that shaped not only Macedonian history but also influenced neighboring regions. Moving forward through time, another captivating icon reveals Christ's birth in Thessaloniki. This depiction encapsulates the joyous celebration surrounding Christmas and highlights Macedonia's role as a cradle of Christian traditions. Intriguingly intertwined with its past glories are maps showcasing both the Macedonian Empire following Alexander's conquests and its connection with neighboring empires like Thracian and Dacian under Roman rule. These maps offer glimpses into geopolitical shifts throughout centuries while underscoring Macedonia's strategic importance on ancient trade routes. Lastly, an exquisite Greek Orthodox icon featuring Virgin Mary holding Baby Jesus represents love and devotion transcending borders across Thessalonica, Macedonia, Greece, Europe – uniting believers under their shared faith. Macedonia remains an extraordinary destination where artistry meets spirituality; it invites visitors to immerse themselves in its vibrant history and embrace the profound cultural legacy it proudly preserves.