Bas Reliefs Collection (#6)

Bas-reliefs, temple complex, Humpi, India
The walls of one of the temples at Humpi, Madras, India, showing the bas-reliefs ( a type of sculpture which has less depth in the faces and figures, allowing viewing from multiple angles)

Cold Ashton Manor seen through an elaborate gate, from The English Manor House (b/w photo)
CLF294534 Cold Ashton Manor seen through an elaborate gate, from The English Manor House (b/w photo) by English Photographer

The circular staircase seen from the second floor at Home House, 20 Portman Square
CLF289863 The circular staircase seen from the second floor at Home House, 20 Portman Square, from The Country Houses of Robert Adam, by Eileen Harris

L'Enfant Pleureur, stone sculpture by Bouchardon, at Herstmonceaux Castle, East Sussex
CLF306249 L'Enfant Pleureur, stone sculpture by Bouchardon, at Herstmonceaux Castle, East Sussex, from The English Country House (b/w photo) by English Photographer

The Jezebel chimneypiece, Heath Old Hall, Yorkshire, from England's Lost Houses by Giles Worsley (1961-2006)
CLF311773 The Jezebel chimneypiece, Heath Old Hall, Yorkshire, from England's Lost Houses by Giles Worsley (1961-2006) published 2002 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

The grand staircase at Rolls Park, Essex, from England's Lost Houses by Giles Worsley (1961-2006)
CLF311867 The grand staircase at Rolls Park, Essex, from England's Lost Houses by Giles Worsley (1961-2006) published 2002 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

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The mother of the Maccabees, Illustration from the Dore Bible, 1866
3665474 The mother of the Maccabees, Illustration from the Dore Bible, 1866 by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); (add.info.: The mother of the Maccabees, Illustration from the Dore Bible 1866)

Stele of Paamun (Paamoun), in bottom representation of his death by drowning due to his beatification, 300 BC (relief)
885861 Stele of Paamun (Paamoun), in bottom representation of his death by drowning due to his beatification, 300 BC (relief) by Egyptian, (4th century BC); Egyptian Museum, Turin

The pressing of lotus flowers, bas relief, 8th-7th century BC (stone)
885858 The pressing of lotus flowers, bas relief, 8th-7th century BC (stone) by Egyptian School, (700-300 BC); Egyptian Museum, Turin

Daniel confronts the priests of Baal, Illustration from the Dore Bible, 1866
3665443 Daniel confronts the priests of Baal, Illustration from the Dore Bible, 1866 by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); (add.info.: Daniel confronts the priests of Baal)

Top panel of a box with jousting scene, c. 1320-40 (ivory)
7393880 Top panel of a box with jousting scene, c.1320-40 (ivory) by French School, (14th century); 9.8x17.6x0.7 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA

Bearers of offerings, Detail of the relief of Princess Uhemnefret's fake door, c. 2500 BC (stone)
885854 Bearers of offerings, Detail of the relief of Princess Uhemnefret's fake door, c.2500 BC (stone) by Egyptian School; Egyptian Museum, Turin, Italy; (add.info.: Old empire)

Vase with the cortege of Dionysus, bas relief (marble)
885851 Vase with the cortege of Dionysus, bas relief (marble) by Salpion (1st century BC); Museo Archeologico Nazionale, Naples, Campania, Italy; (add.info.: Hellenistic (-336 to -30))

Joseph interprets the dreams of the Pharaoh of Egypt, Illustration from the Dore Bible, 1866
3665549 Joseph interprets the dreams of the Pharaoh of Egypt, Illustration from the Dore Bible, 1866 by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); (add.info.: Joseph interprets the dreams of the Pharaoh of Egypt)

Cyrus offers vases for the Second Temple in Jerusalem, Illustration from the Dore Bible, 1866
3665458 Cyrus offers vases for the Second Temple in Jerusalem, Illustration from the Dore Bible, 1866 by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); (add.info.: Cyrus offers vases for the Second Temple in Jerusalem)

The Justification of Susanna, Illustration from the Dore Bible, 1866
3665444 The Justification of Susanna, Illustration from the Dore Bible, 1866 by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); (add.info.: The Justification of Susanna, Illustration from the Dore Bible 1866)

The monumental door of the exhibition of the United States of America, from L'Album de l'Exposition 1889 by
STC217082 The monumental door of the exhibition of the United States of America, from L'Album de l'Exposition 1889 by Glucq, Paris 1889 (litho) by French Photographer

King Gustav I of Sweden (sculpture)
7388324 King Gustav I of Sweden (sculpture) by Larsson, Carl (1853-1919); (add.info.: Gustav Vasa, Gustav Eriksson. 12 may 1496 - 29 september 1560. King Gustav I of Sweden of the Vasa noble family)

Jonah exhorts the people of Nineveh to repent, Illustration from the Dore Bible, 1866
3665551 Jonah exhorts the people of Nineveh to repent, Illustration from the Dore Bible, 1866 by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); (add.info.: Jonah exhorts the people of Nineveh to repent)

Matthias slays a profaner at the Temple, Illustration from the Dore Bible, 1866
3665473 Matthias slays a profaner at the Temple, Illustration from the Dore Bible, 1866 by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); (add.info.: Matthias slays a profaner at the Temple)

The Annunciation, Illustration from the Dore Bible, 1866 In, 1866
3665612 The Annunciation, Illustration from the Dore Bible, 1866 In, 1866 by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); (add.info.: The Annunciation, Illustration from the Dore Bible 1866)

Sainte Madeleine de Troyes church. Rood screen. Jube. Low relief by Nicolas Halins known as le Flamand, 1513
GNG5274650 Sainte Madeleine de Troyes church. Rood screen. Jube. Low relief by Nicolas Halins known as le Flamand, 1513. Lazarus and an apostle.; Godong

The Cloister of the Benedectine monastery (XII century): the Western side of capital N8
6166291 The Cloister of the Benedectine monastery (XII century): the Western side of capital N8 (While the soul of the poor man approaches heaven securely in the bosom of Abraham)

Madonna and Child, 1445-50 (glazed terracotta)
7146227 Madonna and Child, 1445-50 (glazed terracotta) by Della Robbia, Luca (1400-82); Museo Nazionale del Bargello, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; (add.info.: Madonna and Child, 1445-50)

Madonna in a rose garden, 1450-55 (glazed terracotta)
7146219 Madonna in a rose garden, 1450-55 (glazed terracotta) by Della Robbia, Luca (1400-82); Museo Nazionale del Bargello, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; (add.info.: Madonna in a rose garden)

Balcony pulpito with dancing angels, detail, 1434 - 1438
7294088 Balcony pulpito with dancing angels, detail, 1434 - 1438 by Donatello, (c.1386-1466) (and workshop); Museo dell'Opera del Duomo, Prato

Balcony pulpito with dancing angels, detail, 1434 - 1438
7294087 Balcony pulpito with dancing angels, detail, 1434 - 1438 by Donatello, (c.1386-1466) (and workshop); Museo dell'Opera del Duomo, Prato

Inscription with Shivalinga, cow and calf, Nepal, 1710 (stone)
3362101 Inscription with Shivalinga, cow and calf, Nepal, 1710 (stone) by Nepalese School, (18th century); Patan Museum, Durbar Square, Patan, Nepal; Photo © Stefano Baldini

Allegory of Justice, c. 1430 (wood intarsia)
862848 Allegory of Justice, c.1430 (wood intarsia) by Mattia di Giovanni, or Mattia di Nanni (1403-33) ; Victoria & Albert Museum, London, UK; Photo © Stefano Baldini

Mask representing Sidakarya Selem, used in the dance drama of Topeng Pajegan, from Bali
5309362 Mask representing Sidakarya Selem, used in the dance drama of Topeng Pajegan, from Bali by Indonesian School; Setia Darma House of Mask and Puppets, Mas, Ubud, Bali

Mask representing Bondres Bungut Linggah or widemouth, from Bali
5309361 Mask representing Bondres Bungut Linggah or widemouth, from Bali by Indonesian School; Setia Darma House of Mask and Puppets, Mas, Ubud, Bali, Indonesia; Photo © Stefano Baldini

Mask representing Rama, the main character of the Ramayana epic, from Bali
5309358 Mask representing Rama, the main character of the Ramayana epic, from Bali by Indonesian School; Setia Darma House of Mask and Puppets, Mas, Ubud, Bali, Indonesia; Photo © Stefano Baldini

Mask representing Topeng Tua or a Patih, a chief minister to a king, from Bali
5309345 Mask representing Topeng Tua or a Patih, a chief minister to a king, from Bali by Indonesian School; Setia Darma House of Mask and Puppets, Mas, Ubud, Bali

Statue of Pope Clement X (marble)
1108955 Statue of Pope Clement X (marble) by Bernini, Gian Lorenzo (1598-1680); Palazzo Corsini, Gallerie Nazionali Barberini Corsini, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: Pope Clement X (1590-1676)

Saint George slaying the dragon, c. 1475-1500 (polychrome relief in polychrome wood)
7348836 Saint George slaying the dragon, c.1475-1500 (polychrome relief in polychrome wood) by German School, (15th century); Museu Frederic Mares, Barcelona

Mask representing Patih Gajah Mada, a minister of the Majapahit kingdom, from Bali
5309351 Mask representing Patih Gajah Mada, a minister of the Majapahit kingdom, from Bali by Indonesian School; Setia Darma House of Mask and Puppets, Mas, Ubud, Bali

Mask representing Balian Batur, a black magic figure, from Bali, Setia Darma house of mask and puppets, Mas, near Ubud
5309363 Mask representing Balian Batur, a black magic figure, from Bali, Setia Darma house of mask and puppets, Mas, near Ubud, Bali

Mask representing Dalem, from the Sangut family, from Bali
5309359 Mask representing Dalem, from the Sangut family, from Bali by Indonesian School; Setia Darma House of Mask and Puppets, Mas, Ubud, Bali, Indonesia; Photo © Stefano Baldini

Mask representing Patih Manis, from Bali
5309355 Mask representing Patih Manis, from Bali by Indonesian School; Setia Darma House of Mask and Puppets, Mas, Ubud, Bali, Indonesia; Photo © Stefano Baldini

Mask representing Kapi Anita, a smart invulnerable monkey, from Bali
5309349 Mask representing Kapi Anita, a smart invulnerable monkey, from Bali by Indonesian School; Setia Darma House of Mask and Puppets, Mas, Ubud, Bali, Indonesia; Photo © Stefano Baldini

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Bas-reliefs are a fascinating form of art that have captivated audiences for centuries. These intricate sculptures, with their shallow depth and detailed carvings, tell stories and depict scenes from various cultures and time periods. One such example is the Saint Jerome and the Lion Bronze sculpture by Bartolomeo Bellano. Created in 1490, this masterpiece can be found in the Louvre Museum in Paris. It beautifully captures the moment when Saint Jerome tames a ferocious lion, symbolizing his ability to conquer his own inner demons. Another remarkable bas-relief is the Consular diptych of Boethius, an ivory relief dating back to 487. This exquisite piece showcases intricate detailing and depicts important figures from ancient Rome's political landscape. Moving forward in time, we encounter George Scott Winslow's work created by Edmonia Lewis in 1866. This bas-relief sculpture portrays Winslow as a heroic figure, paying homage to his accomplishments during the Civil War. Traveling to Italy, we find Emperor Nero immortalized in marble at Certosa di Pavia in Lombardy. This impressive bas-relief captures Nero's regal presence while showcasing the skillful craftsmanship of Italian artists. Venturing further east to India, we discover stunning bas-reliefs adorning temple complexes like those found at Humpi. These intricately carved stone panels depict mythological tales and religious narratives that continue to inspire awe among visitors. In England's countryside lies Cold Ashton Manor framed by an elaborate gate—a scene captured through a black-and-white photograph featured in The English Manor House publication. The image highlights how bas-reliefs can enhance architectural beauty even on smaller scales. Similarly captivating is L'Enfant Pleureur (The Weeping Child), a stone sculpture by Bouchardon located at Herstmonceaux Castle in East Sussex—an evocative piece showcased through another monochromatic photograph from The English Country House.