Kurdistan Collection

Ancient map of Persia, lithograph, published in 1877
Ancient map of Persia. Lithograph, published in 1877

Lalish capital of the Kurdish sect of the Yazidis in Iraq Kurdistan

Erbil, Kurdistan, Iraq, Middle East

Shar Park and Qaysari Bazaars, Erbil, Kurdistan, Iraq, Middle East

Tractor and fields near Diyarbakir in Kurdistan, Anatolia, Turkey, Asia Minor, Eurasia

Iraq, Kurdistan, Erbil, Shar park (City Center Park) and Qaysari Bazaars

Kurdish souvenirs for sale below the citadel of Erbil (Hawler), capital of Iraq Kurdistan, Iraq, Middle East

Kurdish man with shield and club. Illustration by Mounier from Guillaume Antoine Olivier (1756-1814)
FLO4722910 Kurdish man with shield and club. Illustration by Mounier from Guillaume Antoine Olivier (1756-1814) Travels in the Ottoman Empire, Egypt and Persia, 1801

Kara Fatima Khanum arrives in Constantinople
7301569 Kara Fatima Khanum arrives in Constantinople; Private Collection; (add.info.: Kara Fatima Khanum arrives in Constantinople with a large retinue of mounted warriors of her tribe)

Girls of Many Lands: Kurdistan (colour litho)
8659765 Girls of Many Lands: Kurdistan (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Kurdistan)

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The ruins of Nineveh, 1856 (engraving)
7268743 The ruins of Nineveh, 1856 (engraving); 16.0x22.3 cm; JMK Archiv, Bremen, Germany; (add.info.: Image caption 'The ruins of Nineve', 'From art instinct. D. Bibliogr. Instit)

Kurdish peasants. Photography by Charles Lallemand (1826-1904) in " Syria, costumes, voyages and landscapes"
JEB4930633 Kurdish peasants. Photography by Charles Lallemand (1826-1904) in " Syria, costumes, voyages and landscapes". 1865. Private collection.; (add.info.: Kurdish peasants)

Kurdish warrior - Kurdish man with musket and powder horn, wearing a distinctive hat, tunic and pantaloons
FLO4724267 Kurdish warrior - Kurdish man with musket and powder horn, wearing a distinctive hat, tunic and pantaloons, another man smoking a pipe wearing a turban - Handcoloured woodcut by Mercier

Traditional costumes of the Middle East: Kurdish woman (left), Ottoman Empire and Preveza women (Greece)
NWI4878050 Traditional costumes of the Middle East: Kurdish woman (left), Ottoman Empire and Preveza women (Greece) and resident of Chios (Greece)

Kurdish riders, 19th century
7261246 Kurdish riders, 19th century; Private Collection; (add.info.: Kurdish riders, 19th century. From L'Univers Illustre, published Paris, 1859); Photo © Ken Welsh

The People of Kurdistan, 1854. Creator: Unknown
The People of Kurdistan, 1854. From "Cassells Illustrated Family Paper; London Weekly 31/12/1853 - 30/12/1854"

Bitlis, Kurdistan, 1854. Creator: Unknown
Bitlis, Kurdistan, 1854. From "Cassells Illustrated Family Paper; London Weekly 31/12/1853 - 30/12/1854"

Ruined Towers in Kurdistan, 1854. Creator: Unknown
Ruined Towers in Kurdistan, 1854. From "Cassells Illustrated Family Paper; London Weekly 31/12/1853 - 30/12/1854"

Old topographic map of Asia Minor (Turkey), lithograph, published 1897
Old topographic map of Asia Minor (Turkey). Lithograph, published 1897

Kuwait, Kuwait City, Old Ships port

Iraq, Kurdistan, Erbil, Minare Park, Sculpure of Kurdish figures leading to Choli Minaret also known as Mudhafaria Minaret

Aerial View Of Lake Urmia From Window Of Plane. Beautiful Lake Urmia Is An Endorheic Salt Lake In Iran. Aerial View Of Jezireye Island-Eshek. West Aerial View Of Lake Urmia From Window Of Plane

Girdi Kurds, c1906-1913, (1915). Creator: Mark Sykes
Girdi Kurds, c1906-1913, (1915). Kurdish men, possibly from Girdi Abdulaziz, (Erbil Governorate, Kurdistan Region of Iraq)

The Omayyad Caliphate v. Byzantine Empire, circa 748 A. D. c1915. Creator: Emery Walker Ltd
The Omayyad Caliphate v. Byzantine Empire, circa 748 A.D. c1915. Map of the Mediterranean and Near East, showing the Kingdom of Mohammed, Additions under the Caliphs

Asia Minor, the Caucasus Region and Mesopotamia, First World War, c1915, (c1920). Map of part of the Middle East, showing eastern Turkey, Cyprus, Syria, Lebanon, Palestine

Iraq, Kurdistan, Erbil, Hats and Shoes at Qaysari Bazaar

Iraq, Kurdistan, Erbil, Statue of Mubarak Ben Ahmed Sharaf-Aldin at the main entrance to The Citadel

Iraq, Kurdistan, Erbil, Ankawa, St Josephs Church

Iraq, Kurdistan, Erbil, New Housing estate

Iraq, Kurdistan, Erbil, Memorial monument at Sami Abdul Rahman Park, - Formerly a large military complex, with detention centre, under the regime of Saddam Hussein

Iraq, Kurdistan, Erbil, Erbil Rotana Hotel

Iraq, Kurdistan, Erbil, Shoes at Qaysari Bazaar

Iraq, Kurdistan, Erbil, Looking across the rooftops of Qaysari Bazaars to The Citadel

Iraq, Kurdistan, Erbil, Qaysari Bazaars, Shar park and The Citadel - claimed to be the oldest continuously inhabited town in the world

Lake Van, Eastern Tureky

Kuristan region in Far eastern Turkey near the Iranian boarder

Hookah
Amir Hossein Kamali | امیرحسین کمالی

Shy
Bogdan Timiras

Kurds of Artchag. Engraving by Hildibrand after photograph
LSE4111591 Kurds of Artchag. Engraving by Hildibrand after photograph. by Hildebrandt, Ferdinand Theodor (1804-1874); Private Collection; (add.info.: Kurds of Artchag)

Kurdish hunters on Ararat (litho)
7171091 Kurdish hunters on Ararat (litho) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Kurdish hunters on Ararat)

Kurdish soldiers in 1877 during the Eastern War (1875-1878
XEE4166892 Kurdish soldiers in 1877 during the Eastern War (1875-1878) also called the Turkish Russo War (Russo-Turkish). Engraving in " Le Monde Illustre" nA'1055 of June 30, 1877

Persian and Kurdish Skirmish in Armenia - lithography, 19th century
LSE4108339 Persian and Kurdish Skirmish in Armenia - lithography, 19th century by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

Khurde warrior of the borders of Persia and Georgia, deb 19th century
LSE4104136 Khurde warrior of the borders of Persia and Georgia, deb 19th century by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

The Mission to the Assyrian Christians of Kurdistan (engraving)
1060968 The Mission to the Assyrian Christians of Kurdistan (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Mission to the Assyrian Christians of Kurdistan)

The Armenian Crisis (litho)
1100378 The Armenian Crisis (litho) by Forestier, Amedee (1854-1930) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Armenian Crisis)

Kurds, Georgian and Armenian
LLM456850 Kurds, Georgian and Armenian by Scarpelli, Tancredi (1866-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: Kurds, Georgian and Armenian)

Over the Hills of Kurdistan: Flying above Kirkuk, 1919 (oil on canvas)
1216873 Over the Hills of Kurdistan: Flying above Kirkuk, 1919 (oil on canvas) by Carline, Sydney (1888-1929); 38x45 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; eAshmolean Museum; English

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"Exploring the Rich Heritage and Vibrant Culture of Kurdistan" Step back in time with an ancient map of Persia, a lithograph published in 1877, as we embark on a journey to discover the captivating land of Kurdistan. Nestled within Iraq's borders, this region holds countless treasures waiting to be explored. Our first stop takes us to Lalish, the spiritual capital of the Kurdish sect known as Yazidis. Here, amidst breathtaking landscapes, visitors can immerse themselves in the unique traditions and beliefs that have shaped this community for centuries. Continuing our adventure, we arrive at Erbil, a bustling city that serves as both the cultural and economic heart of Iraqi Kurdistan. Shar Park and Qaysari Bazaars offer a vibrant tapestry of sights and sounds where locals and tourists alike come together to experience authentic Kurdish hospitality. As we venture further into Diyarbakir in Kurdistan, picturesque fields dotted with tractors paint a serene backdrop against which daily life unfolds. This glimpse into rural living showcases the resilience and hard work embedded deep within Kurdish culture. Returning to Erbil once more, we find ourselves beneath its magnificent citadel where Kurdish souvenirs entice passersby below Hawler's watchful gaze. These mementos serve as tangible reminders of our unforgettable encounters throughout Iraq's vibrant Kurdish region. No exploration would be complete without indulging in local customs; thus, we partake in one beloved tradition – enjoying hookah sessions shared among friends old and new. The aromatic smoke intertwines with tales told over generations while fostering connections that transcend borders. Delving further into history reveals an old topographic map showcasing Asia Minor (Turkey) from 1897 – a testament to how boundaries have shifted but not diminished this land's enduring allure. We also catch glimpses of Kuwait City's Old Ships port - another reminder that trade routes have long connected diverse cultures across these lands.