Antioche Collection

Antioch (Antakya), Turkey
Antioch - Antakya (Turkish) - on the Orontes River in the far south of modern Turkey. Founded in the 4th century BC, eventually rivalling Alexandria as the greatest Near Eastern City

St. Margaret, c. 1500 (panel)
BON78173 St. Margaret, c.1500 (panel) by Italian School, (16th century); 79x55.8 cm; Private Collection; Photo eBonhams, London, UK; Italian, out of copyright

St. Marina (oil on canvas)
BI92054 St. Marina (oil on canvas) by Zurbaran, Francisco de (1598-1664); 160.6x107 cm; The Henry Barber Trust, The Barber Institute of Fine Arts

St. Margaret, right hand panel of polyptych (panel)
AII78631 St. Margaret, right hand panel of polyptych (panel) by Amman, Jost (1539-91) (attr. to); Galleria e Museo Estense, Modena, Italy; Swiss, out of copyright

St. Catherine of Alexandria, St. Mary Magdalene and St. Margaret of Antioch, c. 1380
XIR159317 St. Catherine of Alexandria, St. Mary Magdalene and St. Margaret of Antioch, c.1380 (tempera on panel) by Master of the Trebon Altarpiece (fl.1380); Narodni Galerie, Prague

Antakya, Turkey - Orontes River
Large waterwheel (far left) on the Orontes River at Antioch (Antakya), Turkey. The waterwheels are used for irrigation. Date: 1920

Saint Margaret of Antioch, 1630-34 (oil on canvas)
BAL99434 Saint Margaret of Antioch, 1630-34 (oil on canvas) by Zurbaran, Francisco de (1598-1664); 163x105 cm; National Gallery, London

Antioch - Turkey - Hotel du Tourisme
Hotel du Tourisme - Antioch, Turkey (modern Hatay). On the Orontes River in the far south of modern Turkey. Founded in the 4th century BC

Grain Market - Antioch, Turkey
Antioch - Antakya (Turkish) - on the Orontes River in the far south of modern Turkey. Founded in the 4th century BC, eventually rivalling Alexandria as the greatest Near Eastern City

Antioch - Turkey
Antioch - Antakya (Turkish) - on the Orontes River in the far south of modern Turkey. Founded in the 4th century BC, eventually rivalling Alexandria as the greatest Near Eastern City

Antioch - Turkey - Large waterwheel
Antioch - Antakya (Turkish) - on the Orontes River in the far south of modern Turkey. One of the large waterwheels for which Antioch is famed

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Antioche, also known as Antakya in Turkey, is a city steeped in rich history and religious significance. It was once an ancient metropolis and played a crucial role in the development of Christianity. One notable depiction of this historical city can be found in "The Martyrdom of St. Margaret of Antioch, " a detailed panel from the altar frontal at the Convent of Santa Margarida de Vilaseca. Painted with tempera on oak panel, it showcases the martyrdom of St. Margaret, one of Antioch's revered saints. Another artwork that captures the essence is "St. Margaret" from around 1500. This stunning panel painting portrays her beauty and devotion to her faith. In addition to St. Other prominent figures like St. Marina are celebrated in artworks such as "St. Marina, " depicted on canvas using oil paints. Antakya itself holds significant landmarks like the Orontes River, which flows through its heart, adding charm to its already picturesque surroundings. An intriguing piece called "St. Catherine of Alexandria, St. Mary Magdalene and St. Margaret" dates back to 1380 and highlights these three important Christian figures associated with Antioch's heritage. Moving forward through time brings us to another captivating portrayal titled "Saint Margaret of Antioch. " Created between 1630-34 using oil paints on canvas, it exemplifies how art has evolved over centuries while still honoring the city's spiritual legacy. Beyond its cultural treasures lies modern-day Antakya - bustling with life and offering accommodations like Hotel du Tourisme for visitors eager to explore this enchanting destination further. As you wander through this vibrant cityscape, you'll encounter remarkable sights such as a large waterwheel that stands tall as a testament to both engineering ingenuity and local craftsmanship. Exploring local markets is always an adventure not to be missed, and Antakya's Grain Market is no exception.