Carve Collection (page 5)

Chile, Easter Island (aka Rapa Nui). Rano Raraku, the main rock quarry for the great stone Moai

Europe, Spain, Catalunya. Benedictine monastery of Montserrat ( serrated mountain )
Europe, Spain, Catalunya. Benedictine monastery of Montserrat (serrated mountain), basilica exterior, detail

Europe, France, Avignon. Papal coat of arms

Europe, France, Sete. Bas Relief, Chamber of Commerce building

Europe, Czech Republic, Central Bohemia, Prague (Praha) Josefov; Jewish Prague; headstones
Europe, Czech Republic, Central Bohemia, Prague (Praha), Josefov; Jewish Prague; headstones, Old Jewish Cemetery

North America, Canada, Totem pole

Canada, Quebec, Montreal. Interior of Notre Dame Basilica of Montreal (aka Basilique Notre-Dame-du-Montreal) ornate altar. IMAGE RESTRICTED: Not available to US land tour operators

A totem pole In Vancouver, Canada. totem pole, eagle, wood, carving, northwest indians
A totem pole In Vancouver, Canada

Canada, Alberta, Jasper. Snow covered totem pole

Making fishing boats. Dennery, St. Lucia (MR)

Maori Sculpture, Christchurch City Park, New Zealand

Block making in Wilmington, Kent. Master Alan F G Campbell finishing off a design. 27 April 1939

Picture No. 10736682
Newspaper Rock petroglyphs Date:

Picture No. 10736683
Newspaper Rock petroglyphs Date:

Marble Buddha images at a stone carvers in Amarapura, near Mandalay, Myanmar (Burma), Southeast Asia

Graffiti carved on Aspen tree

Thomas Carve
THOMAS CARVE (also spelt Carue or Carew) Irish chaplain to British forces in Germany, notary apostolic in Vienna, historian. Date: 1590 - 1672

Schubert / I Carve Her
Song : Ich scnitt es gern in alle Rinden ein (I carve her name on every forest tree..) unaware that his Beloved is secretary of the local environmental organisation

Carving of Stonewall Jackson, Robert E. Lee, and Jefferson Davis at Stone Mountain, Georgia

NM, New Mexico, Albuquerque, Petroglyph National Monument, Boca Negra Canyon, petroglyphs tell of ancient human presence

Canada, Quebec, Tadoussac. Typical Canadian totem pole. IMAGE RESTRICTED: Not available to US land tour operators

Tibet, Shigatse. Rongbuk Monastery, Prayer stones

Europe, Greece, Cyclades, Delos. Ruins along the Sacred Way

Mexico, Chiapas, Statue of Mayan head

South America, Ecuador, Manta. Ivory nut (aka Tagua) carving factory. Hand carved bird

Chile, Easter Island, Rapa Nui, Ahu Nau-nau ceremonial site, Moai stone heads, Anakena Beach

Europe, England, London. British Museum, oldest public museum in world, est. 1753. Carved lion museum door. THIS IMAGE RESTRICTED - Not available to U.S. land tour travel operators

Europe, England, Bath, Bath Abbey. Massive wooden front doors. THIS IMAGE RESTRICTED - Not available to U.S. land tour travel operators

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"Carve: A Timeless Artistry Uniting Cultures and History" From the majestic Buddha statue in the cliffs of Bamiyan, Afghanistan, to the towering Tlingit Chief Johnson Totem Pole in Ketchikan, Alaska, carving has been an integral part of human expression across civilizations. These intricate masterpieces tell stories that transcend time and connect us to our past. The Colossi of Ramses II stand proudly floodlit at the Great Temple of Ramses II in Abu Simbel, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Carved with precision and grandeur, they serve as a testament to ancient Egyptian craftsmanship and Ahura Mazda's divine presence. In Nha Trang City, Vietnam, lies the awe-inspiring Reclining Buddha at Long Son Pagoda. Its serene countenance invites contemplation while showcasing the skillful artistry behind its creation. Traveling further south to Honduras' Maya Site of Copan reveals a mesmerizing carving that transports us back to an era steeped in mystery and splendor. The intricate details etched into stone at Copan Ruins leave us marveling at Mayan ingenuity. Closer to home stands a magnificent Totem Pole in Pioneer Square, Seattle - a symbol of Native American heritage and storytelling. This monumental sculpture embodies cultural pride while honoring ancestral traditions. Persepolis whispers tales from ancient Persia through its intricately carved ruins. Each detail on these weathered stones speaks volumes about bygone empires that once thrived within its walls. Across oceans lies New Zealand's Maori culture; their statues adorned with Moko facial tattoos are strikingly beautiful expressions of identity and tradition. These carvings embody both strength and spirituality passed down through generations. Egyptian mythology comes alive within the Temple of Hathor as we encounter the god Bes - his mischievous grin immortalized through expert craftsmanship. This depiction reminds us how art can bring deities to life, bridging the gap between mortals and gods.