Archeological Collection (#2)

Ruins of historic ancient archeological Incan Machu Picchu on mountain in Andes, Cuzco Region, Peru

Ruins of historic ancient archeological Incan Machu Picchu on mountain in Andes, Cuzco Region, Peru

Historic ancient archeological Incan Machu Picchu on mountain in Andes, Cuzco Region, Peru

Historic ancient archeological Incan Machu Picchu on mountain in Andes, Cuzco Region, Peru

Historic ancient archeological Incan Machu Picchu on mountain in Andes at sunrise, Cuzco Region, Peru

Historic ancient archeological Incan Machu Picchu on mountain in Andes at sunrise, Cuzco Region, Peru

Historic ancient archeological Incan Lost City of Machu Picchu on mountain in Andes, Cuzco Region, Peru

Woman descending the illuminated spiral staircase of Saint Patrick well, Orvieto, Terni municipality, Umbria region, Italy (MR)

Historic ancient Lost city of the Incas, Machu Picchu on mountain in Andes, Cuzco Region, Peru

Historic ancient Lost city of the Incas, Machu Picchu on mountain in Andes, Cuzco Region, Peru

Historic ancient Lost city of the Incas, Machu Picchu on mountain in Andes, Cuzco Region, Peru

Historic ancient archeological Incan Machu Picchu on mountain in Andes at sunrise, Cuzco Region, Peru

Historic ancient archeological Incan Machu Picchu on mountain in Andes at sunrise, Cuzco Region, Peru

Detail of petroglyphs on rock face, Arches National Park, Utah, USA

Triumph of Shapur I over the Roman emperor Valerian (241-272), Sassanid relief, Naqsh-e Rostam, necropolis, Fars Province, Iran

Temple of Diana, Roman Forum, Merida, Extremadura, Spain

Attic Black-Figure Skyphos, 500-520, 6th Century, terracotta
3612877 Attic Black-Figure Skyphos, 500-520, 6th Century, terracotta; Museo Archeologico Nazionale, Taranto, Apuglia, Italy; (add.info)

Statue of Saturn, god of time
7287218 Statue of Saturn, god of time; Vatican Museums and Galleries, Vatican City; (add.info.: Statue of Saturn, god of time. Roman sculture dating on the 2nd century AD)

Large head sculpture of Emperor Caesar Augustus
7287178 Large head sculpture of Emperor Caesar Augustus; Vatican Museums and Galleries, Vatican City; (add.info.: Large head sculpture of Emperor Caesar Augustus. 1st century AD. Chiaramonti Museum)

Herm of a bearded Dionysus in ancient yellow
7287206 Herm of a bearded Dionysus in ancient yellow.; Vatican Museums and Galleries, Vatican City; (add.info.: Herm of a bearded Dionysus in ancient yellow)

Statue of Silenus, 31 AD
7287205 Statue of Silenus, 31 AD.; Vatican Museums and Galleries, Vatican City; (add.info.: Statue of Silenus, 31 AD. Copy of a roman sculptor after Hellenic works)

Portrait of young Commodus
7287198 Portrait of young Commodus; Vatican Museums and Galleries, Vatican City; (add.info.: Portrait of young Commodus. 2nd century AD)

Portrait of Cicero
7287195 Portrait of Cicero; Vatican Museums and Galleries, Vatican City; (add.info.: Portrait of Cicero.1st century BC. Vatican Museum, Chiaramonti museum, Rome, Italy); © Frank Buffetrille

Statue of Ganymede with eagle
7287193 Statue of Ganymede with eagle; Vatican Museums and Galleries, Vatican City; (add.info.: Statue of ganymede with eagle, dauther of the god of medicine Asklepios)

Statue of Hygieia, dauther of the god of medicine Asklepios
7287192 Statue of Hygieia, dauther of the god of medicine Asklepios; Vatican Museums and Galleries, Vatican City; (add.info.: Statue of Hygieia, dauther of the god of medicine Asklepios)

Portrait of Demosthenes, greek orator, 5th-4th century BC
7287189 Portrait of Demosthenes, greek orator, 5th-4th century BC; Vatican Museums and Galleries, Vatican City; (add.info.: Portrait of Demosthenes, greek orator, 5th - 4th century BC)

Statue of the emperor Tiberius
7287188 Statue of the emperor Tiberius; Vatican Museums and Galleries, Vatican City; (add.info.: Statue of the emperor Tiberius. 1st century AD (after 37 AD)

Portrait of tranquillina
7287186 Portrait of tranquillina; Vatican Museums and Galleries, Vatican City; (add.info.: Portrait of tranquillina. Empress and wife of Gordian III 3rd century AD)

Colossal head of the emperor Tiberius
7287179 Colossal head of the emperor Tiberius; Vatican Museums and Galleries, Vatican City; (add.info.: Colossal head of the emperor Tiberius. 1st century AD)

Statuette of a satyr
7287258 Statuette of a satyr; Vatican Museums and Galleries, Vatican City; (add.info.: Statuette of a satyr. Early imperial period inspired by late classical Greek art)

Statue of Apollo with the Lyre
7287254 Statue of Apollo with the Lyre; Vatican Museums and Galleries, Vatican City; (add.info.: Statue of Apollo with the Lyre. 1st century, inspired by Greek masterpieces)

Statue of a Poetess
7287251 Statue of a Poetess; Vatican Museums and Galleries, Vatican City; (add.info.: Statue of a Poetess. The body is a 2nd century AD Roman copy of a 4th century BC original)

The sarcophagus of Agape and Crescentianus
7287243 The sarcophagus of Agape and Crescentianus; Vatican Museums and Galleries, Vatican City; (add.info.: The sarcophagus of Agapeand Crescentianus)

The sarcophagus of Agape and Crescentianus
7287241 The sarcophagus of Agape and Crescentianus; Vatican Museums and Galleries, Vatican City; (add.info.: The sarcophagus of Agape and Crescentianus)

Sarcophagus with "traditio legis"
7287240 Sarcophagus with "traditio legis"; Vatican Museums and Galleries, Vatican City; (add.info.: Cast of a sarcophagus with "traditio legis" in the vatican Grottoes)

Satyr playing the flute
7287222 Satyr playing the flute; Vatican Museums and Galleries, Vatican City; (add.info.: Satyr playing the flute. Roman copy, second half of the 1st century AD of an Hellenistic bronze)

Bust of Egyptian Queen Nefertiti, painted limestone, 14th century BC
AIS5337357 Bust of Egyptian Queen Nefertiti, painted limestone, 14th century BC.; Neues Museum, Berlin, Germany; (add.info.: Bust of the Egyptian Queen Nefertiti (1353-1336 BC)

The Sphinx and, in the background, the Great Pyramid of Cheops. Cairo, El Giza
3561957 The Sphinx and, in the background, the Great Pyramid of Cheops. Cairo, El Giza by Unknown photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: Egypt 1885-1890 ca. Date of Artwork: 2630-2510 a. C)

Pyramid in Egypt, c.1900 (photo)
8698315 Pyramid in Egypt, c.1900 (photo) by Bonfils Studio (19th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris, France; (add.info.: Geography. Egypt. Cairo, Khafre's Pyramid)

Gold medallion (recto) with the effigy of Augustus, 1st century (gold)
BEN5468206 Gold medallion (recto) with the effigy of Augustus, 1st century (gold); Museo Archeologico Nazionale, Naples, Campania, Italy; (add.info.: Roman antiquity)

Head of a daughter of Pharaoh Akhenaten. Green feldspar sculpture. Egypt, New Kingdom, XVIII dynasty (Amenophis IV)
BEN5472858 Head of a daughter of Pharaoh Akhenaten. Green feldspar sculpture. Egypt, New Kingdom, XVIII dynasty (Amenophis IV, 1373 -1357 BC), 14th century BC

Hermaphrodite discovered by Eros in the presence of Aphrodite's sculpted Sadoine (glyptic) Naples
BEN5478236 Hermaphrodite discovered by Eros in the presence of Aphrodite's sculpted Sadoine (glyptic) Naples, Italy National Archaeological Museum; Photo © Raffaello Bencini

Spear point (M.C. 8736, 9164) originating from China, Reign of Combatants. Bronze glyptic, 5-3rd century BC
BEN5475739 Spear point (M.C. 8736, 9164) originating from China, Reign of Combatants. Bronze glyptic, 5-3rd century BC.; Musee Cernuschi, Paris, France; (add.info.: Paris)

Sword with bird characters from China, Kingdom of the Fighters., 5-3rd century bc
BEN5475729 Sword with bird characters from China, Kingdom of the Fighters., 5-3rd century bc; Musee Cernuschi, Paris, France; (add.info.: Bronze glyptic, 5-3rd century BC)

Greek ceramic with red figure: Apulian bell-shaped crater. Detail of the characters in front
BEN5473647 Greek ceramic with red figure: Apulian bell-shaped crater. Detail of the characters in front. Made by the painter from Dijon. Bari, Archeologico

reliefs from the Tripylon Stairs of Persepolis (low relief)
UIG5415963 reliefs from the Tripylon Stairs of Persepolis (low relief); (add.info.: Persian sculpture. Aquemenida. Persepolis (Takht-e-Jamshid). Palatial city built by King Dario I in 518 BC

Carnac (Brittany, Morbihan): the Menhirs of Menec in April 1906
7291166 Carnac (Brittany, Morbihan): the Menhirs of Menec in April 1906; Private Collection; (add.info.: Carnac (Brittany)

London District showing Relief and River Systems (colour litho)
8629652 London District showing Relief and River Systems (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: London District showing Relief and River Systems)

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"Unveiling the Mysteries of the Past: A Journey through Archeological Wonders" Step into a world frozen in time as we explore the captivating realm of archeology. From the Stone-age cave paintings in Chauvet, France to the ancient ruins of Knossos in Greece, these remarkable sites offer us glimpses into civilizations long gone. In Chauvet, France, hidden deep within limestone caves, lies an extraordinary treasure trove. The Stone-age cave paintings transport us back thousands of years, showcasing primitive artistry and revealing insights into our ancestors' lives. These vivid depictions serve as a testament to humanity's innate desire for self-expression. Venturing further south to Crete, Greece unveils another archeological marvel - Knossos. This sprawling site unravels the enigmatic Minoan civilization with its labyrinthine palace complex and intricate frescoes adorning its walls. Walking amidst these ancient ruins is like stepping into a forgotten era where myths and legends intertwine with reality. Across oceans and continents stands Machu Picchu - "The lost city of the Inca. " Perched high atop mist-covered mountains in Peru, this awe-inspiring citadel remains shrouded in mystery even today. Its stone terraces harmoniously blend with nature's grandeur while whispering tales of an advanced civilization that once thrived here. Closer to home lies Avebury in Wiltshire; its reconstructed stone circles stand as silent guardians from prehistoric times. These colossal monuments continue to puzzle researchers who seek answers about their purpose and significance within Neolithic society. Journeying back to Peru reveals yet another architectural wonder - Hatunrumiyoc Street's Twelve Angled Stone. Witnessing this masterpiece crafted by skilled Inca stoneworkers leaves one awestruck at their precision and ingenuity. Traveling eastward brings us to Xian, Shaanxi province where the Lintong site houses the remarkable Army of Terracotta Warriors.