Caria Collection

Kos - Women (Ottoman era)
This picture is from Ottoman times and depicts women sitting, having been drinking wine, in traditional costume, on the Island of Kos (or Cos) (Turkish - Istankoy, Italian - Coo, English - Stanchio)

Bodrum and Bodrum Castle, Anatolia, Turkey, Asia Minor, Asia

The Mausoleum at Halicarnassus, 1801. Creator: Fischer von Erlach, Joseph Emanuel (1693-1742)
The Mausoleum at Halicarnassus, 1801. Private Collection

Artemisia Building the Mausolaeum, early 1640s. Creator: Simon Vouet
Artemisia Building the Mausolaeum, early 1640s

The Moon and Endymion, 1731 (engraving)
STC134141 The Moon and Endymion, 1731 (engraving) by Picart, Bernard (1673-1733); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; French, out of copyright

Artemisia. Private Collection

Artemisia Building the Mausoleum, Early 1640s. Found in the Collection of Nationalmuseum Stockholm

Artemisia II of Caria. Artist: Pignoni, Simone (1611-1698)
Artemisia II of Caria. Private Collection

Artemisia, 1634. Artist: Rembrandt Harmensz van Rijn
Artemisia, 1634. Artemisia II was the wife and successor of Mausolus, the satrap of Caria in Asia Minor, Museo del Prado, Madrid

Medusa
Roman art. Medusa, Relief, Monster, Sarcophagi, Aphrodisias, Caria, Turkey

Map of Asia Minor (Turkey) - in antiquity - pre-Ottoman Empire. Date: 1804

Lagina frieze history discoveries Halicarnassus
Lagina: frieze, A history of discoveries at Halicarnassus, Cnidus and Branchidae, Newton, C. T. (Charles Thomas), 1816-1894, Spackman, B. Wagner, E

Illustration of marble statue of Mausolus and Artemisia of Caria in horse-drawn chariot, on top of Mausoleum of Halicarnassus

Roman art. Turkey. Aphrodisias. Sarcophagus. Woman and garla
Roman art. Turkey. Asia Minor. Aphrodisias. Ancient Greek city. Detail sarcophagus. Woman and garland. Relief

Roman art. Turkey. Aphrodisias. Ancient Greek city. Gladiator. Relief

Pyramidal Grave Stele. 5th century BC. From Sinope
Pyramidal Grave Stele. 5th century BC. Limestone. From Sinope (Sinop). Archaic Period. Archaeological Museum. Istanbul. Turkey

Mausoleum at Halicarnassus. Combat with the Amazons
Mausoleum at Halicarnassus. 353-350 BC. Turkey. Tomb of Mausolus, Satrap in the Persian Empire and Artemisia II of Caria. Classical. Bas-reliefs by Scopas. Combat with the Amazons. British Museum

Medusa. Relief. Aphrodisias. Turkey
Roman art. Medusa. Relief. Monster. Sarcophagi. Aphrodisias. Caria. Turkey

Roman Art. Turkey. Possibly backgamon board engraved in the
Roman Art. Turkey. Board game, possibly backgamon board, engraved in the upper seats of the Roman stadium of Aphrodisias in Caria. Anatolian Peninsula

Greek art. Turkey. Relief depicting Zeus. Sarcophagus from the Necropolis of Aphrodisias. 2nd century BC

Sarcophagus depicting Greek Muses. Aphrodisias. Turkey

Antique Map of Turkey
Antique map of Turkey from 1867

The monumental gateway, Aphrodisias, Turkey
The beautiful city of Aphrodisias is one of the finest archaeological sites of Turkey close to the town of Karacasu. It was the monumental gateway which greeted pilgrims when they approached

The Seven Wonders of the World: The Mausoleum at Halicarnassus (oil on canvas)
XIR28042 The Seven Wonders of the World: The Mausoleum at Halicarnassus (oil on canvas) by Ehrenberg, Wilhelm van (1630-c.1676); 50x66 cm; Musee de l Hotel Sandelin, Saint-Omer

7 Wonders / Mausoleum / Mus
In 353 BC, Greek architects Satyros and Pythios were ordered to design & build a huge tomb for Mausolus of Caria, provincial ruler of the Persian Empire, by his wife

Turkey - Marmaris
Turkey - view of houses on the waterfront and the fort at Marmaris in the province of Caria. The ancient name for Marmaris was Physkos - part of the Rhodian Empire during the reign of Alexander

Miletus, Turkey
Ruins of the Theatre at Miletus, Turkey. Miletus was an ancient city on the western coast of Anatolia (in what is now Aydin Province), near the mouth of the Maeander River in ancient Caria

Marmaris - Main Square
Turkey - The Main Square (with water fountain) at Marmaris in the province of Caria. The ancient name for Marmaris was Physkos - part of the Rhodian Empire during the reign of Alexander the Great

Laodicea - Turkey
Remains of the entrance at Laodicea on the Lycus (Latin: Laodicea ad Lycum, also transliterated as Laodiceia or Laodikeia - earlier known as Diospolis and Rhoas)

Mausoleum / Halicarnassus
A massive memorial to King Maussollus of Caria built at Halicarnassus (present-day Bodrum). Completed in 350 BC, the mausoleums stones were re-used in a crusader castle

7 Wonders / Mausoleum / Pic
In 353 BC, Greek architects Satyros and Pythios were ordered to design & build a huge tomb for Mausolus of Caria, provincial ruler of Persian Empire, by his wife

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Caria, a region in modern-day Turkey, is steeped in history and rich with cultural heritage. From the enchanting island of Kos to the captivating city of Bodrum, it offers a glimpse into its fascinating past. In the Ottoman era, women played an influential role in shaping Carian society on the island of Kos. Their stories are woven into the fabric of this land, leaving behind a legacy that still resonates today. Bodrum and its iconic Bodrum Castle stand as testaments to Caria's architectural prowess. This magnificent fortress overlooks the azure waters of the Aegean Sea and serves as a reminder of Caria's strategic importance throughout history. The Forth Bridge lithograph showcases Caria's connection to engineering marvels beyond its borders. It stands as a symbol of innovation and human ingenuity, inspiring generations to push boundaries. Artistic expressions also find their place within Carian culture. "The Moon and Endymion" engraving depicts timeless love while Artemisia II immortalizes herself through her grand construction projects like building Mausoleum at Halicarnassus during Early 1640s. Renowned artists like Simone Pignoni and Rembrandt Harmensz van Rijn have captured Artemisia's essence through their masterpieces, showcasing her power and grace for all eternity. Roman art found in Aphrodisias reveals intricate sarcophagi adorned with garlands depicting women from ancient times. The gladiators depicted in sculptures remind us of fierce battles fought within this ancient Greek city. Caria's archaeological treasures include Pyramidal Grave Stele dating back to the 5th century BC from Sinope—a poignant reminder of ancestral reverence for departed loved ones. One cannot forget about Mausoleum at Halicarnassus' epic depiction: Combat with Amazons—a testament to both artistic skill and historical events that unfolded within these lands centuries ago.