Archaeology Illustrated displays a constantly growing collection of illustrations. These images of the ancient eastern Mediterranean and the Middle East are unique archaeological reconstructions related to the architecture of Mesopotamia, ancient Egypt, Biblical Israel, the ancient Greek and Roman world.
Relying on sound research using academic and scholarly publications found in the nearby and excellent Johns Hopkins University library, I study and read about every archaeological site and ancient building before I attempt to create an image of it in order to provide the most accurate reconstruction of these Biblical cities and events, thus contributing in a unique way to the field of Biblical Archaeology. I am committed to bringing you the reality of the ancient world, not fantastical recreations like many other image sources.
For the creation of each Bible illustration detailed archaeological excavation plans are examined, archaeologists in charge of the excavations are consulted when possible, landscape features from photos and Google Earth are referenced and art historical treasures from the world’s museums are researched for accuracy. My reconstructions of ancient Greek cities and ancient Roman cities are up-to-date interpretations of current academic knowledge of them.
Archaeology Illustrated is dedicated to bringing the ancient world to life through high-quality, archaeologically accurate reconstructions. Our mission is to provide museums, publishers, and educators with the visual resources they need to communicate history effectively.
Founded by Balage Balogh, a passionate artist and historian, we believe that understanding our past requires seeing it. Our gallery includes detailed depictions of ancient cities, daily life scenes, and architectural wonders from around the globe.
All images are created with meticulous attention to detail, consulting archaeological reports and experts to ensure historical authenticity. Every piece you see on this site is my personal work, born from years of study and dedication to the craft of historical visualization.