Anthropomorphic Face Collection (#8)

Fragment with three-headed demon
Etruscan civilization, 5th century b.C. Fragment with three-headed demon

Jade mask in the form of a bat
Mixtec civilization, Mexico. Jade mask in the form of a bat. From Monte Alban

Granite statue of Ptolemy IX or X, bust, 116-81 b. c
Egyptian civilization, Ptolemaic Period, 2nd century b.C. Granite statue of Ptolemy IX or X (116-81 b.C.). Detail, bust

Part of Phoenician sculpture
Phoenician civilization - 6th century b.C. - Fragment

Italy, Friuli Venezia Giulia, Aquileia, Udine province, Patriarchal Basilica of Saint Mary
Italy - Friuli Venezia Giulia - Aquileia (Udine province). Patriarchal Basilica of Saint Mary (UNESCO World Heritage List, 1998). Early-Christian mosaic flooring representing the Devil, 4th century

Mexico, stele representing birth of Quetzalcoatl from Xochicalco, painted stone
Mexico - Pre-Columbian Toltec civilization. Stele representing the birth of Quetzalcoatl (feathered serpent) from Xochicalco - Painted stone - Detail

Golden sun mask from La Tolita Island, Ecuador, La Tolita culture, Pre-Columbian civilization
Pre-Columbian civilization, La Tolita culture - Ecuador, 5th century b.C.-5th century A.D. Golden sun mask. From La Tolita Island

Ukraina, Kerch, Tragic mask from the Nymphaeum of Kerch, terracotta 4th Century B.C. Greek art

Painted terracotta head of Athena
Greek civilization, 5th century b.C. Painted terracotta head of Athena

Votive head from Phoenician civilization
Phoenician civilization - 3rd century b.C. - Votive head

Switzerland, Basel, Senecio
Paul Klee (1879-1940), Senecio, 1922

Symbol of the sun with inlaid rose compass, from the Nautical Maps Atlas
Cartography, 16th century. Symbol of the sun with inlaid rose compass. From the Nautical Maps Atlas

Holland, Amsterdam, Englishman in Moscow
Kazimir Malevich (1879-1935), Englishman in Moscow

Mandragola Menore, Mandrake (Mandragora), illustration
Manuscript, Italy, 15th century. Herbal from Trento. Plate: Mandragola Menore - Mandrake (Mandragora). It helps mothers who gave birth to baby girls. Manuscript 1591, folio 25, recto

Terciachapita Plant used as ointment for bone ache with dedication to Saint Mark
Manuscript, Italy, 15th century. Herbal from Trento. Plate: Terciachapita. Plant used as ointment for bone ache. Manuscript 1591, folio 18, recto. Herbal with dedication to Saint Mark

Herba capud Johannis mazor, illustration
Manuscript, Italy, 15th century. Herbal from Trento. Plate: Herba capud Johannis mazor. Herb to heal venomous animals bites (root). Manuscript 1591, folio 18, verso

Herba Torogas, illustration
Manuscript, Italy, 15th century. Herbal from Trento. Plate: Herba Torogas. Herb for life-threatening wounds. Born in rough and hidden places, it is collected while saying a prayer to God

Chile, Easter Island, Rapa-Nui National Park (UNESCO World Heritage List, 1995)
Chile, Easter Island. Rapa-Nui National Park (UNESCO World Heritage Site, 1995). Moai (megalithic anthropomorphic statue). Ahu Nau Nau

Ancient mask from Ibiza
Phoenician civilization - 5th century b.C. - Mask coming from Ibiza

Bronze mask
Greek civilization. Bronze mask

Parian marble head of idol, from Amorgos, Greece
Cycladic civilization. Parian marble head of idol. From Amorgos Island, Greece

Austria, Durrnberg site, Detail of curb bit representing a masculine head, bronze Austria, Hallein, Keltenmuseum (Archaeological Museum), Celtic art

Great sphinx of Tanis, pink granite
Egyptian civilization, Old Kingdom. Great sphinx of Tanis, pink granite, about 2600 b.C

Head of Kouros from Heraion di Samo
Greek civilization, - 6th century b.C. - Head of Kouros. From Heraion di Samo

Egypt, Mirgissa, Painted stucco sarcophagus mask
Egyptian civilization, Middle Kingdom. Painted stucco sarcophagus mask, height 47 cm. From Mirgissa

Zapotec civilization, Classic period (200-900). Anthropomorphic painted terracotta vase depicting the god of fire with
Mexico - Zapotec civilization, Classic period (200-900). Anthropomorphic painted terracotta vase depicting the god of fire with features of a monkey. Detail, the face

Granite head of Ptolemy VI, 2nd century b. c. (176-145 b. c. )
Egyptian civilization, Ptolemaic Period, 2nd century b.C. Granite head of Ptolemy VI (176-145 b.C.)

France, Paris, Bearded mask, Terracotta, found in Carthage (Tunisia) Phoenician art, 4th century B.C. Musee du Louvre

Basalt colossal head, from San Lorenzo, Mexico
Olmec Civilization, Mexico, 13th-10th century b.C. Basalt colossal head. From San Lorenzo

Gold fibula (metal brooch) in leech form from Tomb of Lictor at Vetulonia (Grosseto Province)
Etruscan civilization, 7th century b.C. Gold fibula (metal brooch) in leech form. From the Tomb of the Lictor at Vetulonia (Grosseto Province)

Antefix in shape of Silenus head from Temple at Pyrgi, Latium region, Italy
Etruscan civilization, 5th century b.C. Antefix in the shape of Silenus head. From a Temple at Pyrgi, Latium region, Italy

Pectoral ornament in smelted gold shaped by cire perdue (lost-wax process for shaping metal), Colombia, Tolima
Pre-Inca civilization, Colombia, 10th century. Goldsmith Art. Tolima civilization. Pectoral ornament in smelted gold shaped by cire perdue (lost-wax process for shaping metal)

Mirror of Sat-Hathor Yunet from Lahun
Egyptian civilization, Middle Kingdom, Dynasty XII. Mirror of Sat-Hathor Yunet. From Lahun

Mosaic depicting the god Oceanus, from Henchir Thyna, ancient Thaenae, Tunisia, detail, 3rd century a. d
Roman civilization, 3rd century A.D. Mosaic depicting the god Oceanus. From Henchir Thyna, ancient Thaenae, Tunisia. Detail

Vase drum from Tenochtitlan, Mexico
Aztec civilization, Mexico, 15th century. Vase drum. From Tenochtitlan

Colombia, Pre-Inca civilization, Calima Culture, goldsmith art, gold breastplate
Pre-Inca civilization, Colombia, 10th century. Goldsmith art. Calima Culture. Gold breastplate

Detail of capital from Phoenician civilization
Phoenician civilization - 6th century b.C. - Detail of a capital

Plate depicting god of earth and spring, known as Xipe Totec, our lord the flayed one
Aztec civilization. Plate depicting god of earth and spring, known as Xipe Totec " our lord the flayed one"

Treasure of Tutankhamen, headrest with figure of the god Bes. From the Valley of the Kings
Egyptian civilization, New Kingdom, Dynasty XVIII. Treasure of Tutankhamen. Headrest with figure of the god Bes. From the Valley of the Kings, tomb of Tutankhamen (1347-1338 b.C.)

Mexico, Yaxchilan, stele with priest and woman presenting offers
Maya civilization, 8th century. Yaxchilan stele. Detail: priest and woman presenting offers, 766 A.D

Figure of female head from Phoenician civilization
Phoenician civilization - 6th century b.C. - Figure of a female head

Clay decoration from Temple of god Tlaloc at Teotihuacan (City of the Gods). Teotihuacan civilization, Mexico
Teotihuacan civilization, Mexico - Clay decoration from Temple of god Tlaloc at Teotihuacan (City of the Gods)

Vase decorated with figure of hunter and face, Peru, Nazca culture
Pre-Inca civilization, Peru, 2nd-7th century A.D. Nazca culture. Vase decorated with the figure of a hunter and a face

Canopic jar depicting human-headed Amset, protector of liver
Egyptian civilization, New Kingdom. Canopic jar depicting human-headed Amset, protector of the liver

Golden portrait vessel, Peru, Chimu culture, Pre-Inca civilization
Pre-Inca civilization, Peru, 2nd century b.C. Chimu culture. Golden portrait vessel

Small sculpture in nenfro (grey tufa) depicting a centaur from Vulci, Montalto di Castro, Viterbo Province, Italy
Etruscan civilization. Small sculpture in nenfro (grey tufa) depicting a centaur. From Vulci, Montalto di Castro, Viterbo Province, Italy

Bucchero vase from Campana Collection
Etruscan civilization, 6th century b.C. Bucchero vase. From Campana Collection

Fragment of bead embroidery, polychrome enamelled clay, stylized human face
Egyptian civilization, Late Period, Dynasty XXVI. Stylized human face. Fragment of bead embroidery, polychrome enamelled clay, Saitic period

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"Unveiling the Enigmatic Anthropomorphic Faces: A Journey Across Continents and Cultures" From the intricate wood carved masks in Te Puia Maori Cultural Center to the mesmerizing sandstone faces at Bayon, King Jayavarman VII's masterpiece, anthropomorphic expressions have captivated humanity for centuries. These remarkable creations transcend time and borders, offering glimpses into diverse traditions and beliefs. In Rotorura, North Island of New Zealand, Pacific, a traditional wooden mask reveals the Maori culture's profound connection with nature. Its meticulously crafted features embody ancestral spirits that guide their people through life's challenges. Meanwhile, in Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland, United Kingdom, Europe stands the enigmatic Grey Man of Merrick. Carved by ancient hands into rugged hillsides, this mysterious face whispers tales of forgotten legends and echoes of a bygone era. Traveling further east to Ayutthaya Province in Thailand brings us face-to-face with a serene Sandstone Buddha image nestled under a Bodhi tree. Its tranquil expression invites contemplation and reflection amidst bustling surroundings. Venturing westward to Massa Carrara in Italy unveils an awe-inspiring Stele-statue of Lunigiana. This monumental figure exudes strength and resilience as it stands tall against the test of time—a testament to human creativity throughout history. As we journey through Kathmandu in Nepal, Asia unfolds before our eyes—a Buddhist Stupa standing proudly amidst ancient architecture near Durbar Square. The intricately designed features symbolize enlightenment while evoking spiritual devotion within its visitors. The vibrant cityscape of Barcelona beckons us next as Antonio Gaudi's La Pedrera (Casa Mila) showcases singing chimneys adorned with playful faces—The Pop Girls. These whimsical sculptures add an element of joy to everyday life while paying homage to Catalonia's rich artistic heritage. Finally, we find ourselves surrounded by the flickering glow of candles, pumpkins, and a ghostly presence.