This lecture traces the formation of Palmyra Collection at Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek. The first major wave of acquisitions, 103 pieces of Palmyrene limestone sculpture and smaller objects such as perfume flasks, was facilitated by Danish vice-consul in Beirut Peter Julius Löytved in the late 19th century. Löytved, who also ran a side business dealing in antiquities, exotic taxidermy, and plant seeds, played a key role in shaping the Glyptotek’s holdings as well as those of other European museums.