Due to the closing of museums the British Museum ha completely redeveloped it’s collection online, making it much easier to find what you want. It allows access to almost four and a half million objects in more than two million records. The search is more intuitive and now offers suggestions as you type.
High definition images can be enlarged and examined in detail which will enable you to view the incredible workmanship on the Royal Game of Ur, the intricate carving on this African hunting horn, the amazingly preserved deerskin map from North America – just a few of the thousands of highlights to discover.
Enjoy exploring the collection – from some of the earliest objects created by humankind to works by contemporary artists. Or choose from the curated collections, which reveal the fascinating stories that transcend time.
Get to the online collection here.
