Burial Collection (page 3)

Ancient burial ground Sillustani featuring cylindrical funerary towers, Puno, Atuncolla District, Puno Province, Puno Region, Peru

Ancient burial ground Sillustani featuring cylindrical funerary towers, Puno, Atuncolla District, Puno Province, Puno Region, Peru

Ancient burial ground Sillustani featuring cylindrical funerary towers, Puno, Atuncolla District, Puno Province, Puno Region, Peru

Dadan tombs, Al-Ula, Medina Province, Saudi Arabia

Dadan tombs, Al-Ula, Medina Province, Saudi Arabia

Ancient burial ground Sillustani featuring cylindrical funerary towers, Puno, Atuncolla District, Puno Province, Puno Region, Peru

Ancient burial ground Sillustani featuring cylindrical funerary towers, Puno, Atuncolla District, Puno Province, Puno Region, Peru

Engraving depicting a megalithic dolmen, a type of single-chamber tomb, usually consisting of two or more vertical
5309231 Engraving depicting a megalithic dolmen, a type of single-chamber tomb, usually consisting of two or more vertical megaliths supporting a large flat horizontal capstone

The Plas Newydd Burial Chamber of the Neolithic period
3732366 The Plas Newydd Burial Chamber of the Neolithic period; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the Plas Newydd Burial Chamber of the Neolithic period in Cromlech, Wales)

Wooden Tombstone of Confederate soldier in 2nd Georgia Regiment
3029123 Wooden Tombstone of Confederate soldier in 2nd Georgia Regiment; Private Collection; (add.info.: United States Civil War)

Jesus raising Lazarus from the tomb, 1880 (engraving)
537149 Jesus raising Lazarus from the tomb, 1880 (engraving); (add.info.: wood engraving); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Burial: Grave of Zulu chief: body in sitting position in stone-lined underground chamber
536413 Burial: Grave of Zulu chief: body in sitting position in stone-lined underground chamber. Wood engraving from F Ratzel History of Mankind Leipzig 1888

Pompey's Pillar, Alexandria: Red granite column erected to Diocletian, 4th century
544753 Pompey's Pillar, Alexandria: Red granite column erected to Diocletian, 4th century, once thought to mark burial place of Pompey the Great

Etruscan Art: Sarcophagus with reclining couple, Cerveteri, Italy, 6th century BC (painted terracotta)
531205 Etruscan Art: Sarcophagus with reclining couple, Cerveteri, Italy, 6th century BC (painted terracotta); Universal History Archive/UIG.

A 'poor man's grave', 1860 (engraving)
1579578 A 'poor man's grave', 1860 (engraving); (add.info.: Engraving depicting a 'poor man's grave'. Dated 1860.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Cache from Deir-el Bahn, 1891
1574138 Cache from Deir-el Bahn, 1891; (add.info.: Cache from Deir-el Bahn. The content of this tomb came from a find made in 1891, west of modern Luxor, Egypt.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

The burial of William John Wills
3585962 The burial of William John Wills; (add.info.: Illustration depicting the burial of William John Wills (1834-1861) a British surveyor

The discovery of the ancient megalithic tombs known as the 'Corte de Guadiana'
3740650 The discovery of the ancient megalithic tombs known as the 'Corte de Guadiana'; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the discovery of the ancient megalithic tombs known as the 'Corte)

The body of Isabeau de Baviere secretly embarks at the Port Saint Landry of Paris in Saint Denis in 1435 (engraving)
5944537 The body of Isabeau de Baviere secretly embarks at the Port Saint Landry of Paris in Saint Denis in 1435 (engraving); Private Collection; (add.info)

Virgil's tomb , Naples, southern Italy in the late 19th century. From Italian Pictures by Rev
3058434 Virgil's tomb , Naples, southern Italy in the late 19th century. From Italian Pictures by Rev. Samuel Manning, published c.1890

Statue of Ramses II from Abu Simbel rock temple
3480446 Statue of Ramses II from Abu Simbel rock temple; (add.info.: Statue of Ramses II from Abu Simbel rock temple in Nubia, southern Egypt)

An early Christian burial in The Catacombs of Rome, Italy. From Italian Pictures by Rev
2963175 An early Christian burial in The Catacombs of Rome, Italy. From Italian Pictures by Rev. Samuel Manning, published c.1890

Cache from Deir-el Bahn, 1891
1574137 Cache from Deir-el Bahn, 1891; (add.info.: Cache from Deir-el Bahn. The content of this tomb came from a find made in 1891, west of modern Luxor, Egypt.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

North American native burial ground, showing the dead on raised platforms. Wood engraving, 1876
530238 North American native burial ground, showing the dead on raised platforms. Wood engraving, 1876.; Universal History Archive/UIG.

Mummies and embalming. From P Pomet A Compleat History of Drugs London 1725
536422 Mummies and embalming. From P Pomet A Compleat History of Drugs London 1725. Translation from the French by physician to Louis XIV. Copperplate engraving; (add.info.: Mummies and embalming)

North London Cemetery, Highgate, 1838 (engraving)
536401 North London Cemetery, Highgate, 1838 (engraving); (add.info.: North London Cemetery, Highgate. The Lebanon Catacombs)

Consigning bodies of the plague to a communal grave in the plague pit - Plague of London, 1665
540521 Consigning bodies of the plague to a communal grave in the plague pit - Plague of London, 1665. 19th century (engraving); Universal History Archive/UIG.

John Moore (1761-1809) Scottish-born British soldier: Lieut-General, c.1885 (engraving)
536575 John Moore (1761-1809) Scottish-born British soldier: Lieut-General, c.1885 (engraving); (add.info.: Defeated Soult at Corunna (La Coruna) 16 January 1809 but fatally wounded

Grave site of an Icelandic man and his horse
5304933 Grave site of an Icelandic man and his horse.; (add.info.: Grave site of an Icelandic man and his horse. Horses would usually be sent into the afterlife with their owner)

Grave site of an Icelandic man and his horse
5304931 Grave site of an Icelandic man and his horse.; (add.info.: Grave site of an Icelandic man and his horse. Horses would usually be sent into the afterlife with their owner)

Grave site of an Icelandic man and his horse
5304926 Grave site of an Icelandic man and his horse.; (add.info.: Grave site of an Icelandic man and his horse. Horses would usually be sent into the afterlife with their owner)

Morai or sacred cemetery on Kauai, Hawaii, Atooi. Handcoloured copperplate engraved by Bernieri after John Webber
FLO4624612 Morai or sacred cemetery on Kauai, Hawaii, Atooi. Handcoloured copperplate engraved by Bernieri after John Webber from Giulio Ferrario's Ancient

La Paimpolaise, french song, c.1900 (engraving)
5675102 La Paimpolaise, french song, c.1900 (engraving); (add.info.: Fishermans' woman mourning his husband dead at the sea in Paimpol, Bretagne, France)

The discovery of the ancient megalithic tombs known as the 'Corte de Guadiana'
3740651 The discovery of the ancient megalithic tombs known as the 'Corte de Guadiana'; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the discovery of the ancient megalithic tombs known as the 'Corte)

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"Unveiling the Mysteries of Burial: From Sutton Hoo to Tutankhamun" Step into the ancient world as we explore the captivating realm practices. Delve into history's most remarkable tombs and gravesites, each holding a unique story waiting to be discovered. Journey back in time to the Sutton Hoo treasure, where an extraordinary ship burial unveiled a glimpse into Anglo-Saxon culture. Marvel at the intricate artifacts that once adorned this royal resting place, revealing tales of power and prestige. Venture further east to Egypt's Tomb of Tutankhamun, a mesmerizing testament to Pharaohs' opulence during the 14th century BC. Witness the breathtaking treasures unearthed from this sacred site, shedding light on ancient Egyptian beliefs surrounding death and afterlife. In Winchester Cathedral's Graveyard, stand before a solemn gravestone etched with heartfelt words honoring those who have passed. Reflect on life's transient nature as you contemplate mortality amidst serene surroundings. Discover Pharaoh Amenhotep I's final resting place in Egypt—a grand tribute befitting his divine status. Admire the architectural marvels that immortalize his legacy while pondering upon ancient rituals performed for departed rulers. Wander through Waylands Smithy and West Kennet Long Barrow—ancient British burial mounds shrouded in mystery. Feel their mystical aura as you traverse these haunting landscapes, contemplating how our ancestors honored their dead. Gaze upon Cairo's iconic Great Pyramids at sunset—an awe-inspiring sight symbolizing eternity itself. These colossal structures serve as enduring reminders of humanity's quest for immortality throughout history. Witness Arthur and Guinivere being exhumed—a moment frozen in time when legend meets reality. Uncover secrets buried deep within folklore as modern techniques shed new light on age-old tales. Marvel at Winterbourne Stoke Barrows—the enigmatic burial grounds that dot England's countryside.