3rd Century Bc Collection (page 4)

Pig, 206 B.C.- A.D. 220. Creator: Unknown
Pig, 206 B.C.- A.D. 220

Small Perforated Disk (Bi) with Dragon, 206 B.C.- A.D. 220. Creator: Unknown
Small Perforated Disk (Bi) with Dragon, 206 B.C.- A.D. 220

Horse, 206-100 B.C.. Creator: Unknown
Horse, 206-100 B.C

Fitting, 4th-3rd century B.C.. Creator: Unknown
Fitting, 4th-3rd century B.C

Plaque (Camel) (image 2 of 2), 4th-3rd century B.C.. Creator: Unknown
Plaque (Camel) (image 2 of 2), 4th-3rd century B.C

Ornament in the form of a Dragon Biting His Tail, 3rd century BC. Creator: Unknown
Ornament in the form of a Dragon Biting His Tail, 3rd century BC

Figure Undergoing Transformation, 900-300 B.C.. Creator: Unknown
Figure Undergoing Transformation, 900-300 B.C

Monkey, 500 B.C.-A.D. 1000. Creator: Unknown
Monkey, 500 B.C.-A.D. 1000

Standing Female Figure, 500 B.C.-A.D. 1000. Creator: Unknown
Standing Female Figure, 500 B.C.-A.D. 1000

Standing Male Figure (image 1 of 2), 500 B.C.-A.D. 1000. Creator: Unknown
Standing Male Figure (image 1 of 2), 500 B.C.-A.D. 1000

Standing Male Figure, 500 B.C.-A.D. 1000. Creator: Unknown
Standing Male Figure, 500 B.C.-A.D. 1000

Figure with Starry Cape, 500 B.C.-A.D. 100. Creator: Unknown
Figure with Starry Cape, 500 B.C.-A.D. 100

Standing Female Figure, 400-100 B.C.. Creator: Unknown
Standing Female Figure, 400-100 B.C

Ceremonial Ball Game, 200 B.C. - A.D. 500 Creator: Unknown
Ceremonial Ball Game, 200 B.C. - A.D. 500

Acrobat, 200 B.C. - A.D. 500. Creator: Unknown
Acrobat, 200 B.C. - A.D. 500

Acrobat, 200 B.C. - A.D. 500. Creator: Unknown
Acrobat, 200 B.C. - A.D. 500

Crawling Figure, 200 B.C. - A.D. 500. Creator: Unknown
Crawling Figure, 200 B.C. - A.D. 500

The Continence of Scipio, 1600. Creator: Karel van Mander I
The Continence of Scipio, 1600. Other Title(s): The Continence of Scipio. On the verso: Allegory on Nature

Sophonisba Receiving the Poisoned Cup, n.d. Creator: Pieter Lastman
Sophonisba Receiving the Poisoned Cup, n.d

Pyramids, Giza, Egypt, 1984. Creator: Ethel Davies
Pyramids, Giza, Egypt, 1984. The Pyramids, the tombs of the pharoahs Menkaure, Khafre and Khufu, dating from around 2000 BC, Giza, Egypt

Pluto, (Hades) with Cerberus and Eagle, c3rd century BC

Reconstruction of a clepsydra (water clock), invented by Ctesibius of Alexandria, c270 BC (1857). Ctesibius (fl270 BC) was an inventor

Head of Aphrodite. Detail from a Roman statue of bathing Aphrodite and Eros, after a Greek original of the second half of the 3rd century BC

Spouted Vessel with Tubular Handle: Macaw Effigy, 300-100 BC (ceramic)
1068487 Spouted Vessel with Tubular Handle: Macaw Effigy, 300-100 BC (ceramic) by Pre-Columbian; 14.92x9.21x22.7 cm; Dallas Museum of Art, Texas

The Ancient Sphinx and Recent Excavations, Giza, Egypt, c1930s. Creator: Unknown
The Ancient Sphinx and Recent Excavations, Giza, Egypt, c1930s. Limestone statue of a reclining sphinx, with the body of a lion and the head of a human

Ptolemy Lagus, (c367-282 BC), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Ptolemy Lagus, (c367-282 BC), 1830. Ptolemy I Soter (c367-282 BC) companion and historian of Alexander the Great, founder of the Ptolemaic dynasty and ruler of Egypt

The Pyramid of Cholula, 1890. Creator: Unknown
The Pyramid of Cholula, 1890. The Great Pyramid of Cholula was an important religious and mythical centre in prehispanic times

Death of Archimedes, killed by a Roman soldier during the assault on Syracuse, engraving of 1830, Archimedes (287-212 BCE), Greek mathematician

Wine Vessel: KU, c12th to 3rd century BC, (1936). Held by the Eumorfopoulos Collection, London. From The Connoisseur, Vol. 97, edited by H. Granville Fell. [International Studio, London, 1936]

Hannibal crossing the Rhone, 218 BC (1882-1884). Artist: Gilbert
Hannibal crossing the Rhone, 218 BC (1882-1884). During the Second Punic War, the Carthaginian general Hannibal led his army, including elephants, from Spain into Gaul

The Temple at Apollinopolis Magna, Etfu (Edfu), Egypt, c1808. Artist: Baltard
The Temple at Apollinopolis Magna, Etfu (Edfu), Egypt, c1808. Dedicated to the falcon-headed god Horus, the temple of Edfu was built during the Ptolemaic period between 237 and 57 BC

Hercules fights the Lernaean Hydra, Relic from Lerna, 3rd Century BC

Bust of Diocletian
Bust of the Roman emperor Diocletian (244-311) from Izmit, Turkey. Found in the collection of the National Archaological Museum in Turkey

Statue of Dionysus. Roman, after a Greek original of 3rd century BC. Found in the collection of The Hermitage, St Petersburg

Statue of Clio, Muse of History. Roman, after a Greek model of 3rd-2nd century BC. Found in the collection of The Hermitage, St Petersburg

Pan and satyr, Pan removing a splinter from a satyrs foot. Roman, after a Greek statuary group of the 3rd century BC. Found in the collection of The Hermitage, St Petersburg

Tyche, Goddess of Fortune
Statue of Tyche, Goddess of Fortune. Roman, after a Greek original of late 4th or early 3rd century BC. In Ancient Greece

Statue of Aphrodite, Goddess of Beauty and Love. Roman, after a Greek original known as the Capitoline Venus type of 3rd-2nd century BC. The Roman equivalent of Aphrodite was Venus

Statue of bathing Aphrodite and Eros. Roman, after a Greek original of the second half of the 3rd century BC. In Greek mythology, Aphrodite was the Goddess of Love and Beauty and Eros was her son

Theatre, Ancient City of Priene, Turkey

Gold ring with cameo, 3rd century B. C (gold & sardonyx)
1070583 Gold ring with cameo, 3rd century B.C (gold & sardonyx) by Greek school, (3rd century BC); 2.5xx cm; Dallas Museum of Art, Texas

Pair of lion head earrings, 3rd century B. C (gold)
1070577 Pair of lion head earrings, 3rd century B.C (gold) by Greek school, (3rd century BC); 2.38 cm; Dallas Museum of Art, Texas, USA; (add.info.: Hellenistic Greek); Museum League Purchase Funds

Pair of ear pendants, early 3rd century BC (gold)
1070576 Pair of ear pendants, early 3rd century BC (gold) by Greek school, (3rd century BC); 3.57 cm; Dallas Museum of Art, Texas, USA; (add.info.: Hellenistic Greek); Museum League Purchase Funds

Finger ring with floral inlay, 3rd-2nd century BC (gold, garnet & rock crystal)
1070581 Finger ring with floral inlay, 3rd-2nd century BC (gold, garnet & rock crystal) by Greek school, (2nd-3rd century BC); 3.0963xx cm; Dallas Museum of Art, Texas

Hinged lion head bracelet, 3rd century B. C (gold, enamel, filigree)
1070579 Hinged lion head bracelet, 3rd century B.C (gold, enamel, filigree) by Greek school, (3rd century BC); xx cm; Dallas Museum of Art, Texas

Pair of lion head earrings, 3rd century B. C (gold, filigree, enamel)
1070578 Pair of lion head earrings, 3rd century B.C (gold, filigree, enamel) by Greek school, (3rd century BC); 3.81 cm; Dallas Museum of Art, Texas

Two segments of a diadem, 3rd century B. C (gold, filigree, granulation)
1070580 Two segments of a diadem, 3rd century B.C (gold, filigree, granulation) by Greek school, (3rd century BC); 8.42 cm; Dallas Museum of Art, Texas

Portrait of a man on a herm, known as Aratus, 1st-2nd century AD, (marble)
7146479 Portrait of a man on a herm, known as Aratus, 1st-2nd century AD, (marble) by Roman, (1st-2nd Century AD); Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany

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"Exploring the Marvels of the 3rd Century BC: From Aphrodite to Terracotta Warriors" Step back in time to the fascinating 3rd century BC, a period filled with remarkable art and historical events. One iconic masterpiece from this era is the Marble Aphrodite Kallipygos, also known as Callipygian Venus statue. This Roman copy of a Hellenistic original showcases the beauty and grace that captivated ancient audiences. Meanwhile, on the battlefield, strategists devised plans for epic clashes like the Battle of Cannae in 216 BC. The intricate battle plan unfolded with precision and cunning tactics, leaving its mark on history. Traveling across continents, we arrive at one of China's most awe-inspiring sites – the Museum of Terracotta Warriors in Xi'an. Guarding Emperor Qin Shi Huangdi's tomb are thousands of life-sized terracotta warrior figures. These meticulously crafted soldiers stand as a testament to ancient Chinese craftsmanship and military might. Venturing further into Asia, we encounter another captivating artifact – Peru's Chavin Stele. A drawing depicting a chieftain wearing elaborate ceremonial attire transports us to an era steeped in rich cultural traditions. As our journey continues, we find ourselves marveling at Pharos – the legendary lighthouse of ancient Alexandria. Standing tall against turbulent waves and guiding ships safely home during treacherous nights was no small feat. Delving deeper into history's mysteries brings us face-to-face with an enigmatic Bronze Portrait Head discovered amidst Antikythera's depths. Believed to represent a philosopher from late 3rd century BC, this find sparks curiosity about lost knowledge and forgotten wisdom. Returning once more to Xi'an's Museum of Terracotta Warriors reveals yet another treasure – a bust of a Cavalryman frozen in time. This stunning sculpture offers insight into ancient warfare techniques while showcasing artistic prowess.