Arbela Collection

Battle of Arbela between Alexander the Great, king of Macedonia (356-323 B.C. and Darius king of Persia

The Battle of Gaugamela in 331 BC, 1669. Creator: Le Brun, Charles (1619-1690)
The Battle of Gaugamela in 331 BC, 1669. Found in the Collection of the Musee du Louvre, Paris

The Battle of Gaugamela in 331 BC, 1669. Creator: Le Brun, Charles (1619-1690)
The Battle of Gaugamela in 331 BC, 1669. Found in the Collection of the Musee du Louvre, Paris

ALEXANDER&DARIUS FAMILY ALEXANDER&DARIUS FAMILY
ALEXANDER THE GREAT in 333 BC, after defeating Darius at Arbela, visits his family. Date: 356 - 323 BC

The Battle of Gaugamela in 331 BC. Artist: Courtois, Jacques (1621-1676)
The Battle of Gaugamela in 331 BC. Found in the collection of Musee de l Histoire de France, Chateau de Versailles

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

Battle Arbela
Battle of Arbela

Arbela Erbil Iraq Center Ishtar cult Assyrian period
Arbela (Erbil). Iraq. Arbela. (Erbil). Center of Ishtar cult in Assyrian period, 2200 B.C. Typical group man, boys, and girl. 1932, Iraq, Irb─½l

Arbela Erbil Center Ishtar cult Assyrian period
Arbela. (Erbil) Center of Ishtar cult in Assyrian period, 2200 B.C. A desert sunset. A group of men and boys in twilight. 1932, Iraq, Irb─½l

Battle Arbela Battles Alexander Audran Benoit
Battle of Arbela, Battles of Alexander, Audran, Benoit, 1661-1721, Audran, Jean, 1667-1756, Le Brun, Charles, 1619-1690, Etching, engraving, black-and-white, Car Le Brun pinxit--lower left

Battle Arbela La galerie de l hostel royal des
Battle of Arbela, La galerie de l hostel royal des Goblins ou l on fait voir a monseig.r Colbert, quelques actions d Alexandre representees en tapisseries sur les tableaux de mons.r Le Brun, Leclerc

Battle Arbela Battles Alexander Le Brun Charles
Battle of Arbela, Battles of Alexander, Le Brun, Charles, 1619-1690, Picart, Etienne, 1632-1721, Picault, Pierre, 1680-1711, Engraving, etching, black-and-white, Car

Battle Arbela Battles Alexander Audran Gerard
Battle of Arbela, Battles of Alexander, Audran, Gerard, 1640-1703, after Le Brun, Charles, 1619-1690, Etching and engraving, 1674, This print is comprised of four sheets

Battle Arbela detail Battles Alexander Audran
Battle of Arbela: detail, Battles of Alexander, Audran, Gerard, 1640-1703, Le Brun, Charles, 1619-1690, Etching, engraving, black-and-white, 1674, From: Battles of Alexander, or, Triumphs of Alexander

Battle Arbela detail left side Battles Alexander
Battle of Arbela: detail left side, Battles of Alexander, Audran, Gerard, 1640-1703, Le Brun, Charles, 1619-1690, Etching, engraving, black-and-white, 1674

siege Arbela era Hulagu Khan page Chingiz-nama
The siege of Arbela in the era of Hulagu Khan, page from a Chingiz-nama (Book of Chingiz Khan) of the Jami al-tavarikh (Compendium of Chronicles) of Rashid al-Din (Persian, 1247-1318), c. 1596

siege Arbela era Hulagu Khan Chingiz-nama Book
The siege of Arbela in the era of Hulagu Khan, from a Chingiz-nama (Book of Chingiz Khan) of the Jami al-tavarikh (Compendium of Chronicles) of Rashid al-Din (Persian, 1247-1318), c. 1596

CASTILLO, Jos頤el (1737-1793). Battle of Arbela
CASTILLO, Jos頤 el (1737-1793). Battle of Arbela (Battle of Gaugamela). 18th c. Alexander the Great defeated the Persians under King Darius near Arbela, 331 BC

IRAQ: ARBELA, 1932. A man and children in Arbela (now Erbil), Iraq. Photograph, 1932

Alexander&darius Family
ALEXANDER THE GREAT in 333 BC, after defeating Darius at Arbela, visits his family

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"Arbela: A Historic Battlefield and Cultural Center" Step back in time to the Battle of Arbela, a momentous clash between Alexander the Great and King Darius III that shaped ancient history. This battle, also known as the Battle of Gaugamela, took place in 331 BC and marked a turning point in Alexander's conquests. Artists like Courtois, Jacques and Charles le Brun have immortalized this epic encounter on canvas, capturing the intensity and grandeur of the conflict. Their masterpieces transport us to that fateful day when two powerful dynasties clashed for supremacy. But Arbela is not just about battles; it holds deep cultural significance too. The city of Erbil in Iraq houses the Arbela Center, where remnants from the Assyrian period can be found. Here lies evidence of an ancient Ishtar cult that thrived during those times. As we explore Arbela's rich heritage, we are reminded of its enduring legacy. From Josél Castillo's depiction of the battle to Audran Benoit's detailed illustrations - each artwork tells a story etched into history forever. The Battle has inspired countless artists throughout centuries - Le Brun Charles and Audran Gerard among them - who sought to capture its essence through their brushstrokes. These artworks now grace galleries like La Galerie de l'Hostel Royal des Invalides, ensuring that future generations can witness this pivotal event firsthand. Arbela stands as a testament to human resilience and ambition. It serves as a reminder that even amidst chaos and conflict, art flourishes alongside civilization – preserving our past while shaping our future. So come immerse yourself in Arbela’s captivating tale – where battles were fought with valor, cultures intertwined seamlessly, and artistic expressions transcended time itself.