Mediterranean Sea Collection (page 3)

Battle of Actium, 31 BC
Sea battle of Actium, in which Octavius defeated Antony and Cleopatra, 31 BC. Hand colored wodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Persian Empire about 500 BC
Map of the Persian Empire under Darius I, with principal satrapies, about 500 BC. Color lithograph reproduction of a 19th-century illustration

Italy at night, ISS image
Italy at night. International Space Station (ISS) image of Italy (centre) and the Adriatic coast (right) at night. The island of Sicily is at centre left

Greece, Dodecanese, Karpathos, Beach Kyra Panagia, Chapel of Panagia

Italy, Sicily, Messina Province, Caronia. The medieval hilltop town Caronia, built around a Norman castle

Spain, Menorca. Cliffside view

Byzantine and Crusaders v. Seljuks, circa 1130 A. D. c1915. Creator: Emery Walker Ltd
Byzantine and Crusaders v. Seljuks, circa 1130 A.D. c1915. Map of civilisations in the Middle East during the 12th century: Byzantine, other Christian states, Abbasid Caliphate, Seljuks, Fatimids

Malta, Gozo Island, Gharb, Basilica of Ta-Pinu, exterior, morning

Panoramic of beach at sunrise, Cala Macarelleta, Menorca, Balearic Islands, Spain

Azure Window, Dwejra Point, Gozo, Malta
The Azure Window is a natural arch in the Maltese island of Gozo. The stunning geography of the area was created thousands of years ago when two limestone caves collapsed

western europe map 1883
a map of Western europe from 1883

western europe 1867
a map of Western europe from 1867, overlay with grunge burnt texture paper

Mentone, from Garavan, c1910, (1912). Artist: Walter Frederick Roofe Tyndale
Mentone, from Garavan, c1910, (1912). From An Artist in the Riviera by Walter Tyndale, R.I. [Hutchinson & Co, London, 1912]

Ottoman Empire, lithograph, published in 1878
Ancient map of Ottoman Empire. Lithograph, published in 1878

Ancient map of Northern Italy, lithograph, published in 1876
Ancient map of Northern Italy. Lithograph, published in 1876

Antique map of holy land including Syria and Lebanon

Vlacherna Monastery at Kanoni, Corfu, Greece
The location of Kanoni with the church of Panagia Vlacherna is one of the most famous and photographed spots of Corfu. Kanoni is actually a quarter of Corfu Town

Beach promenade, harbour of Portixol, Es Molinar Playa de Palma, Palma, Sa Creu Vermella, Majorca, Balearic Islands, Spain

View of Marmaris, Bozburun Peninsula at back, the Aegean, Marmaris, Provinz Mugla, Aegais, Turkey

Chania lighthouse with the sun right behind, at sunrise, harbour, Chania, Crete, Greece

Ortygia waterfront Promenade, Siracusa, Sicily
Ortygia (Italian: Ortigia) is a small island which is the historical centre of the city of Syracuse, Sicily. The island, also known as CittA Vecchia (Old City), contains many historical landmarks

Monaco, Cote d Azur, Montecarlo at dusk

Malta, Valletta, Upper Barrakka Gardens, church overview

Cefalu, Sicily, Italy. Aerial cityscape at sunset

A Mediterranean Beauty, (oil on canvas)
1197464 A Mediterranean Beauty, (oil on canvas) by Bls, Eugen von (1843-1931); 57.8x44.7 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Austrian, out of copyright

Catamaran in Cala Macarella, Macarella Bay, elevated view, Menorca or Minorca, Balearic Islands, Spain

Cefalu, Sicily. Sun rising beyond the rock formations at Kalura beach near Cefalu

The beach of Capo Coda Cavallo (San Teodoro, Sassari province, Sardinia, Italy, Europe)

taly, Sardinia, Santa Teresa Gallura, Rena Bianca beach

Bodrum harbour and Castle, Turkey

Malta, Central, Mdina, Rabat, door detail

View of Cala Macarelleta and sailboat, Menorca; Balearic Islands; Spain; Europe

Pier in Formentera turquoise waters, Formentera, Baleric Islands, Spain

The port from Mont Boron, Nice, France, early 20th century. Postcard showing the famous resort on the Riviera

Le Palais de la Mediterranee on Promenade des Anglais, Nice, South of France, early 20th century

Quai des Etats-Unis, Nice, France, 1937. Artist: Martin Hurlimann
Quai des Etats-Unis, Nice, France, 1937. Illustration from Frankreich: Baukunst, Landschaft Und Volksleben, a work on French architecture, landscape and people by Martin Hurlimann, (Berlin, 1937)

Antique map of Israel with vignettes

Famous town of Oia, Santorini, Greek islands
Famous town of Oia with iconic blue domed churches overlooking mediterranean sea. Santorini, Greek islands, Greece

Bay of Kotor and Kotor city

Malta, Southeast, Marsaxlokk, harbor and traditional Luzzu fishing boats

GREECE-Northeastern Aegean Islands-LESVOS (Mytilini)-Mithymna (Molyvos): Distant
GREECE, Northeastern Aegean Islands, LESVOS (Mytilini), Mithymna (Molyvos): Distant Town View

The Maghreb and the Middle East, Ottoman miniature
Cartography, late 16th century. The Maghreb and the Middle East. Ottoman miniature

Middle East, satellite image
Middle East. North is at top. Satellite image of the Middle East, showing the borders (white lines) of the countries. The Middle East is a Eurocentric term used to describe a region that roughly

Europe, Italy, Capri. Marina Grande as seen from Capri, on the Isle of Capri in Italy

Emporium. 570 BC. Asclepius, god of medicin. Neapolis. Girona province. Catalonia. Spain

GREECE, Northeastern Aegean Islands, LESVOS (Mytilini), Mithymna (Molyvos): Town View from the 15th century Byzantine, Genoese Castle

Europe, satellite image
Europe. Satellite image centred on Europe. North converges towards top. Water is blue, vegetation is green, arid areas are brown, and snow and ice are white

Capo Caccia, Alghero, Sardinia, Italy

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The Mediterranean Sea, a timeless expanse of beauty and history, has witnessed the rise and fall of empires throughout the ages. As we explore its rich tapestry through various maps and lithographs, we are transported to different eras that have shaped our world. Let's begin our journey with a Map of Cyprus from 1880, revealing the island's strategic location in the heart of this ancient sea. It serves as a gateway to Apostle Paul's Missionary Journeys depicted in an 1886 lithograph. These journeys spread Christianity across lands touched by the Mediterranean's gentle waves. Moving forward in time, we encounter a Map of the Byzantine Empire in the 9th Century. This empire once dominated these shores with its grandeur and influence. Further west lies Portugal on another map, reminding us of their maritime prowess during Europe's Age of Exploration. As we delve deeper into history, Medieval Europe at the start of the Crusades comes alive before us. The clash between East and West reverberates across these waters as kingdoms vie for control amidst religious fervor. Sicily unveils itself through a map from 1895 – an island steeped in diverse cultures due to its strategic position within this sea. Ancient Palestine emerges next with maps showcasing kingdoms like Judah and Israel; lands where stories from biblical times unfolded against this breathtaking backdrop. Greece takes center stage as we witness it at the beginning of one of history's most famous conflicts -the Peloponnesian War (431-404 BC). City-states battle for supremacy while leaving an indelible mark on Western civilization. A View of Old Town City Dubrovnik captures our attention next; its medieval walls standing strong against time’s relentless march. This Croatian gem reminds us how coastal cities flourished along these shores since antiquity.