National Museum Collection (#3)

Archaic Greek bronze statuette of a Spartan female athlete
Archaic bronze statuette of a Spartan female athlete, running and holding her gymnos. From the National Museum in Athens

Roman marble sarcophagus with Dionysiac scenes, 2nd century
Roman marble sarcophagus with Dionysiac scenes, also showing centaurs, fauns, and Silenus. From the National Museum in Rome, 2nd century

Carl Larsson First Proposed Decoration Walls
Carl Larsson, First Proposed Decoration of the Walls in the Lower Hall of the National Museum, Stockholm, First proposal for frescoes in NMs lower stairwell, painting, 1913, Watercolored pen drawing

Carl Larsson Gustaf Upmark d. AÔé¼ Gustaf Upmark
Carl Larsson, Gustaf Upmark d.a, Gustaf Upmark, director of the National Museum, Gustaf Upmark 1844-1900, married to Eva Kindstrand, painting, Gustaf Upmark the elderly, 1894, Watercolor

Carl Larsson King Karl XI David KlAocker Ehrenstrahl
Carl Larsson, King Karl XI and David Klocker Ehrenstrahl, Second Proposed Decoration of the Lower Hall of the National Museum, Second proposal for frescoes in NMs lower stairwell, southern wall

Umbria Perugia Campi Vecchio S. Salvatore Italy
Umbria Perugia Campi Vecchio S. Salvatore, this is my Italy, the italian country of visual history, Present church built in 14th cent. over the ruins of a Roman temple

Bronze mask of the Roman goddess Juno Lucina
Roman period bronze mask of Juno Lucina, from Hungary. Now in the National Museum in Budapest

Detail of the Cammin Casket, in the Mammon style. Made in Southern Scandinavia from a copy, as the original is now lost, and currently in the National Museum in Copenhagen

Cuba, Trinidad, View of Musuem National de la Luncha Contra Bandidos - former convent of San Francisco de Asísi

Cuba, Trinidad, Plaza Mayor, Museum Romantico and Museo National de la Lucha Contra Bandidos - former convent of San Francisco de Asísi

The very impressive 16th century Paro Dzong, the fortress that sits on a heap of Jewels, and its round watchtower, now a national museum

National Museum Monument of King Mindaugas, part of Vilnius Unesco World Heritage Site, Lithuania

A fine early Coptic wall mural depicting an angel, which came from the ancient Christian monastery of Faras, founded in 707AD

A bust of the 18th dynasty pharoah Akhenaten (also known as Amenhotep IV) in the National Museum in Alexandria, Egypt

Depiction of Roman gladiators from the Via Arenvia, now in the National Museum in Rome

Bronze statue of a boxer, a Roman copy of a Greek original by Apollonius. Now in the National Museum in Rome

Roman statue of the High Priestess of Vesta, from the forum of Rome. Now in the National Museum in Rome

Roman colossal statue of Minerva from a temple in Rome, now at the National Museum in Rome

Bronze mask of Juno Lucina, 1st century BC
Bronze mask of Juno Lucina, a Roman goddess. From Hungary, and now in the National Museum at Budapest, 1st century BC

Bronze plaque of a horse, 5th-9th century
Bronze plaque of a horse from Denmark. From the National Museums collection in Copenhagen, 5th-9th century

Gold Iron Age Fibula
Gold Iron Age enamelled fibula from the Germanic Iron Age, now in the National Museum in Copenhagen

Hand inscribed on stone, Bronze Age
Hand inscribed on stone. The arm is associated with divine power, and may be the symbol of the one-handed god, an Indo-European deity. Now at the National Museum in Denmark, Bronze Age

Trepanned Skull from Jericho, found in Tomb G88. The front trepanning healed, showing that he survived the first operation

A 14th century box from Certosa, 14th century. Artist: Balthazar Embriachi
A 14th century box from Certosa, from the school of Embriachi of Genoa and Venice, now at the National Museum of Ravenna in Italy, 14th century

Mycenaean Warrior Vase, 12th century
Mycenaean Warrior Vase, from the National Museums collection in Athens, 12th century

Minoan pot painted with dolphins
Minoan pot from Thera painted with dolphins, now from the National Museums collection in Athens

Welsh neolithic arrowheads
Welsh late neolithic flint arrowheads - note the very fine serrations. Now from the National Museums collection of Wales in Cardiff

Late iron age bronze brooch of a bird, from the National Museum of Copenhagens collection

Detail of a horseman from the helmet of a Thraco-Getic chief in partially gilded silver, from the Agighiol treasure discovered in Romania, part of a ceremonial suit of armour

Oedipus and the Sphinx on a Greek sarcophagus, in the National Museum in Athens

Archaic bronze figure of a horse, 6th century BC
Archaic bronze figure of a horse, from the National Museums collection in Athens, 6th century BC

Greek marble horses head, c. 5th century BC
Greek marble horses head, recovered from the sea-bed off of Greece. In the National Museum in Athens, c.5th century BC

Roman depiction of a centaur in a Bacchic procession, 2nd century
Depiction of a centaur in a Bacchic procession from a Roman sarcophagus, in the National Museum in Rome, 2nd century

Detail of a Roman sarcophagus, 2nd century
Detail of a Roman sarcophagus from the National Museums collection in Rome

Roman mosaic of a skeleton, 1st century
Roman mosaic of a skeleton, from Pompeii. From the National Museums collection in Naples, 1st century

Roman mosaic depicting Egypt, from the National Museum in Rome

Frieze of Roman soldiers fighting Germanic tribesmen, 1st century
Frieze of Roman soldiers fighting Germanic tribesmen on a Roman sarcophagus, from the National Museums collection in Rome, 1st century

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Step into the captivating world of history and culture at the National Museum, where ancient treasures come to life. Marvel at a Roman mosaic of a dog from the 1st century, showcasing exquisite craftsmanship that has stood the test of time. Be enchanted by the Greek Head of Gorgon or Medusa, transported all the way from Syracuse, Sicily, emanating an aura of mystery and power. Discover innovation through time as you encounter the VELOCIPEDE from 1914, curated by George C. Maynard himself - a true testament to technological advancements throughout history. Admire Emille Bell's masterpiece as it resonates with emotions that transcend centuries. Embark on a journey across continents as you explore glass bottles from Tylos period in Bahrain's New National Museum; witness their delicate beauty and imagine their past lives in distant lands. Lose yourself in awe while gazing upon a detailed wall painting salvaged from an Egyptian temple flooded by Lake Nasser - its vibrant colors whispering stories untold. Feel the warmth radiate from Doha's Sand Rose exhibit, capturing nature's artistry within its intricate formations. Stand before The Aztec Calendar Stone or Stone of the Sun in Mexico City; let its ancient wisdom guide your thoughts back to c1930s. Immerse yourself in historical narratives depicted through Daniel Maclise's poignant artwork "The Death of Nelson, " evoking empathy for heroes long gone but never forgotten. Witness Poseidon rise majestically from beneath sea depths near Cape Artemisian - his bronze statue embodying strength and grace since c5th century BC. Marvel at a Roman marble sarcophagus adorned with Dionysiac scenes; each intricately carved detail telling tales of love, loss, and celebration spanning two millennia. Finally, admire an antefix with Isana crafted in Lopburi art style found amidst Srisaket province - an artistic gem preserving cultural heritage from the 11th-12th century AD.