Archaeological Dig Collection

Site of Ancient Troy excavated by Schliemann
Schliemanns excavation of the acropolis walls of ancient Troy, 1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

The ruins of the bath complex of the villa, Roman, early 4th century AD (photo)
BAL103290 The ruins of the bath complex of the villa, Roman, early 4th century AD (photo); Villa Romana del Casale, Piazza Armerina, Sicily, Italy.

View of a colossal lion being raised, from A History of Discoveries at Helicarnassus
STC255150 View of a colossal lion being raised, from A History of Discoveries at Helicarnassus, Cnidus, & Branchidae, by Charles Thomas Newton (1816-94) published 1862 (litho) by English School

Otto Bader, Soviet archaeologist
Otto Bader (lower left, 1903-1979), Soviet archaeologist, making notes at an archaeological dig in the Crimea area of Russia, on the shores of the Black Sea

Archaeological excavation on the Acropolis, 1890s
Archaeologists excavating ancient ruins on the Acropolis, Athens, 1890s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Archaeologists remove artifacts from a pyramid at Dashur, Egypt
M. de Morgan lifts a golden crown from the mummy of Queen Khnemit at Dahshur, 1890s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Excavating the Sphinx, 1880s
Excavation of ancient Egyptian structures beneath the Sphinx in progress at Ghizeh, 1880s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Prehistoric skeletons. These two embracing neolithic skeletons are called the Valdaro Lovers. They are believed to be a man and woman in their early twenties who died about 5000-6000 years ago

Broken Warrior
Chinese terracotta warrior in pieces, before reconstruction. Discovered in the town of Xi an, the terracotta sculptures depict the armies of Qin Shi Huang, the first Emperor of China

Sleeping Terracotta Warrior
Chinese terracotta warrior half excavated, lying on its side. Discovered in the town of Xi an, the terracotta sculptures depict the armies of Qin Shi Huang, the first Emperor of China

Prehistoric skeletons E439 / 0127
Prehistoric skeletons. These two embracing neolithic skeletons are called the Valdaro Lovers, They are believed to be a man and woman in their early twenties who died about 5000-6000 years ago

Ancient Irrigation channel
Primitive irrigation ducts carry the water from the spring to the fields Photographed in Israel

Trojan theater diagram
Ground-plan of the great theater of Troy, after archaeological excavations in the 1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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"Unearthing the Mysteries of the Past: A Journey through Archaeological Digs" Step back in time as we delve into the captivating world of archaeological digs. From the legendary site of Ancient Troy, meticulously excavated by Schliemann, to the awe-inspiring discoveries at Helicarnassus documented in "A History of Discoveries, " these expeditions have unraveled secrets that were buried for centuries. Join us on a visual voyage as Otto Bader, a Soviet archaeologist, unveils an astonishing view of a colossal lion being raised from its ancient slumber. Witness history come alive as we transport you to the 1890s Acropolis excavation where archaeologists painstakingly unearthed remnants that once stood proudly atop this iconic Greek citadel. Intrigue deepens further with our exploration of Dashur, Egypt's pyramids. Marvel at archaeologists delicately removing artifacts from these majestic structures, shedding light on an enigmatic civilization lost to time. Our journey takes us even closer to unraveling one of history's greatest riddles - excavating the Sphinx during the 1880s. Discover poignant fragments frozen in time as we encounter broken warriors and sleeping terracotta warriors silently guarding their emperor's tomb. Prehistoric skeletons E439 / 0127 offer haunting glimpses into lives lived millennia ago while other prehistoric skeletons reveal tales yet untold. But it is not just human stories that captivate us; nature too has left its mark on our ancient landscapes. Behold an ancient irrigation channel etched into Earth's canvas – a testament to mankind's ingenuity and resourcefulness throughout history. Finally, immerse yourself in Trojan theater diagram - a vivid depiction showcasing how entertainment unfolded thousands of years ago within this fabled city walls. As we embark on this archaeological odyssey together, let us marvel at humanity's relentless pursuit for knowledge and understanding about our past – unearthing treasures both tangible and intangible, forever shaping our present and future.