Punic Collection

Scipio Africanus meeting Hannibal at Battle of Zama
SECOND PUNIC WAR : the Roman general and statesman Publius Cornelius Scipio Africanus meets the Carthaginian leader Hannibal before defeating him at the Battle of Zama, near Carthage in North Africa

Hannibal crossing the Alps
Hannibal and his army crosses the Alps - an epic overland journey from Carthage to Italy during the Second Punic War in Italy (218-203 BC). Two of Hannibals war elephants are pictured

Roman Republic and Carthage during the Second Punic War (218-201-BC)
Ancient map of the Roman Republic and Carthage during the Second Punic War (218 to 201 BC). Legend in Latin language. Steel engraving with hand colored borderlines, published in 1861

Hannibal crossing the Alps with his army and elephants
SECOND PUNIC WAR : Hannibal, the Carthaginian leader, descending into Italy after crossing the Alps with his army, including war elephants

Bust of goddess Tanit. Carthaginian art. Sculpture. SPAIN. BALEARES. IBIZA. Ibiza. Museum of Archaeology of Ibiza and Formentera

Hannibal and his army crosses the Alps - an epic overland journey from Carthage to Italy during the Second Punic War in Italy (218-203 BC). Two of Hannibals war elephants are pictured

Hannibal crossing the Rhone River
SECOND PUNIC WAR: Hannibal, the Carthaginian leader, crossing the Rhone River, probably near Aurasio in present-day France

Byrsa Hill, the original Punic site at Carthage, UNESCO World Heritage Site, near Tunis, Tunisia, North Africa, Africa

Scipio Africanus - 2
After his successes against the Carthaginians, Publius Cornelius Scipio is awarded a massive triumphal procession; he is henceforth known as Scipio Africanus

Punic War, Cato & Senate
PUNIC WARS Cato insists to the Senate that Carthage is a threat to Rome and must be destroyed

Punic War, Scipio
PUNIC WARS Scipio blockades Carthage, and perfidiously obtains its surrender; the city is razed to the ground

Hannibal winning Battle of Cannae
SECOND PUNIC WAR : Hannibal, the Carthaginian leader, though outnumbered by the Romans, wins a decisive victory at the Battle of Cannae thanks to his superior cavalry

Tile mosaic depicting some fish. Roman art. Early Empire. Mosaic. IRAN. Susa. Archaeological Museum

Punic civilization. Reconstruction of Byrsa Hill, with the Punic city and Hannibals circular harbor
Punic civilization. Reconstruction of Byrsa Hill, with the Punic city and Hannibals circular harbour, late 4th-2nd century b.C. Fresco by architect J. M. Gassend

Punic Wars, attack on Carthage, Sicily
PUNIC WARS : war with Carthage begins when the Roman senator Appius Claudius Caudex backs an unjustified attack on the Carthaginian colony in Sicily

Regulus Leaves Carthage
Roman ambassador Atilius Regulus sails from Carthage with a diplomatic delegation, hoping to negotiate peace with Rome; he promises to return if he fails

Cannae Battlefield
19th century view of the battlefield of Cannae, where Hannibal routed the Romans : they lost 50, 000, he lost only 5700 though greatly outnumbered

Scipio Africanus discovering military conspiracy
SECOND PUNIC WAR : Publius Cornelius Scipio Africanus, Roman general and statesman, surprises a military conspiracy

Hannibal in battle with his war elephants
SECOND PUNIC WAR : Hannibal, the Carthaginian leader, goes into battle against the Romans with his war elephants

Tanit goddess
3499721 Tanit goddess; (add.info.: Tanit goddess. Punic art. Votive use. Centuries IV-III b.C.). Necropolis of Puig des Molins. Ibiza (Eivissa), Balearic Islands, Spain.); PHAS/UIG.

Anthropomorphic figure
3499722 Anthropomorphic figure; (add.info.: Anthropomorphic figure. Votive use. Punic. Terracotta. VI-IV Centuries b.C. Illa Plan (Ibiza, Balearic Islands, Spain).); PHAS/UIG.

Battle of Tarento, Miniature set in medieval times from a codex of the 15th century. Prince's Library, France
3600117 Battle of Tarento, Miniature set in medieval times from a codex of the 15th century. Prince's Library, France; (add.info.: Battle of Tarento. Second Punic War (213 BC-212 BC)

Map of Rome and Carthage at the beginning of the Second Punic War, 218 BC, publ. 1923 (colour litho)
2603515 Map of Rome and Carthage at the beginning of the Second Punic War, 218 BC, publ. 1923 (colour litho) by American School, (20th century); (add.info.: From Historical Atlas, published 1923.).

Bearded head pendant (sand-core glass)
BAL125346 Bearded head pendant (sand-core glass); Carthage, Tunisia.

Tunisia, Tunis, Carthage, Byrsa Hill, Ruins

Triumph of Scipio Africanus after defeating Hannibal
SECOND PUNIC WAR : the triumph of the Roman general and statesman Publius Cornelius Scipio Africanus after defeating the Carthaginian leader Hannibal at the Battle of Zama

Limestone stela with a dedication to Baal, from Carthage, north Africa, 2nd-1st century BC
Limestone stela with a dedication to Baal, from Carthage, north Africa (modern Tunisia), 2nd-1st century BC. This stela comes from a religious precinct known as the tophet at Carthage

Europe, Italy, Sardinia. The archeologic area of the ancient phoenician town of Nora near to Pula (and Cagliari)

Europe, Italy, Sardinia. The theatre in archeologic area of the ancient phoenician town of Nora near to Pula (and Cagliari)

Tunisia, Tunis, Carthage, Byrsa Hill, Punic Ruins

Tunisia, Cap Bon, Kerkouane, ruins of ancient Punic settlement, House of Tanit, Punic protective symbol

Tunisia, Tunis, Carthage, Byrsa Hill, Relief

Tunisia, Tunis, Carthage, Byrsa Hill, Mosaics

Tunisia, Tunis, Carthage, Roman Villas

Tunisia, Tunis, Carthage, Antonine Baths

Tunisia, Tunis, Carthage, Byrsa Hill, St Louis Cathedral

Scipio Africanus (236-183 BC). Roman general and consul
Scipio Africanus (236-183 BC). Roman general and later consul. Engraving. Museo Militar, 1883. Later colouration. Date: 2020

Carthaginian soldier. Engraving by Serra. Later colouration
Carthaginian soldier. Engraving by Serra. Museo Militar, 1883. Later colouration. Date: 2019

Battle of Cape Ecnomus, First Punic War
Battle of Cape Ecnomus (Eknomos), a naval battle fought off southern Sicily in 256 BCE between the fleets of Carthage and the Roman Republic during the First Punic War. 1. Carthaginian fleet, 2

REGULUS RETURNS
After failing to agree peace terms in Rome, Roman ambassador Atilius Regulus returns to Carthage as he promised, though this means certain death. Date: 255 BCE

Punic War Marcellus 208 Military Scenes Battles
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Hannibal stripping the dead Romans after battle
SECOND PUNIC WAR : Hannibal, the Carthaginian leader, after defeating the Romans, stripping the dead of their armour and weapons. Date: 218 BC

The Battle of Lake Trasimene, Italy, June 24, 217 BC, from Hutchinsons History of the Nations, pub. 1915
3506819 The Battle of Lake Trasimene, Italy, June 24, 217 BC, from Hutchinsons History of the Nations, pub.1915 by Prater, Ernest (1864-1950) (after); (add.info.: The Battle of Lake Trasimene, Italy)

Votive stele, possibly depicting Tanit (limestone)
XIR161399 Votive stele, possibly depicting Tanit (limestone) by Phoenician; 72x28 cm; Musee National du Bardo, Le Bardo, Tunisia; (add.info.: goddess of fertility and of the heavens)

Carthage, Punic graves (b / w photo)
6006770 Carthage, Punic graves (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Carthage, Punic graves)

Carthaginians defeat Romans in Battle of Cannae, Punic Wars
Carthaginians defeat Romans in Battle of Cannae during the Punic Wars. Showing the death of the Consul Lucio Emilio Paolo (Lucius Aemilius Paullus) during the battle. Date: 2 August 216 BC

Votive stele with a triangular pediment, 830-146 BC (limestone)
XIR161999 Votive stele with a triangular pediment, 830-146 BC (limestone) by Phoenician; 70x17 cm; Musee National de Carthage, Carthage

The meeting of Hannibal with the Ceutrones, a Celtic tribe of ancient Gaul
3614263 The meeting of Hannibal with the Ceutrones, a Celtic tribe of ancient Gaul, during his crossing of the Alps in 218 BC, from Hutchinsons History of the Nations, pub.1915 by English School

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"Punic: A Tale of Epic Battles and Ancient Rivalries" Step into the world of ancient history as we delve into the captivating era of the Punic Wars. Witness Hannibal, a brilliant Carthaginian general, defying all odds by crossing the treacherous Alps with his army and mighty elephants. The audacity of this feat still echoes through time. In a clash that would shape empires, Scipio Africanus stands tall as he meets Hannibal at the Battle of Zama. Two formidable forces collide in an epic showdown, forever etching their names in history's annals. The Second Punic War between Rome and Carthage unfolds before our eyes. These great powers locked in a struggle for dominance; their fates intertwined on the battlefield. Marvel at Roman Republic's resilience against Carthaginian might during this tumultuous period. Carthaginian art reveals its splendor through a bust depicting goddess Tanit—a testament to their rich culture and artistic prowess. This sculpture transports us back to an age where gods were revered and beauty was immortalized in stone. Hannibal's daring expedition continues as he crosses not only mountains but also rivers like the Rhone River—an arduous journey that showcases his unwavering determination to challenge Rome's supremacy. Byrsa Hill emerges as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, reminding us of Carthage's original Punic site—the birthplace of legends and tales now whispered among ruins standing witness to centuries gone by. Scipio Africanus takes center stage once more—his strategic brilliance guiding Rome towards victory amidst political turmoil within Cato & Senate during these turbulent times known as the Punic Wars. Finally, we cannot overlook Hannibal's crowning achievement—the Battle of Cannae—a resounding triumph where his tactical genius decimated Roman forces. It remains one of history's most astonishing military victories.