National Museum Collection (#5)

Head of the Roman Emperor Tiberius Caesar, 1st century
Head of Tiberius Caesar (16 November 42 BC - 16 March 37 AD), found in Hungary. Now in the National Museum in Budapest, 1st century

Corinthian Capital, c. 2nd century
Roman Corinthian Capital, from the National Museums collection in Rome, c.2nd century

Roman wall-painting of Aphrodite, Eros, and one of the Graces, 1st century
Roman wall-painting of Aphrodite on a throne, Eros, and one of the Graces, originally from the Villa Farnesina in Rome, from the National Museums collection in Rome, 1st century

Greek sculpture of a girl playing a flute, 5th century BC
Greek sculpture in marble of a girl playing a flute, from the end of the Ludovisi Throne, from the National Museums collection in Rome, 5th century BC

Roman wall-painting of Leucothea and the infant Dionysus, 1st century
Roman wall-painting of the nymph Leucothea and the infant Dionysus from the Villa Farne Sina, from in the National Museums collection in Rome, 1st centruy

Roman wall-painting of a girl pouring perfume into a small vase, 1st century
Roman wall-painting of a girl pouring perfume into a small vase, from the Villa Farnesina in Rome, from the National Museums collection in Rome, 1st century

Roman mosaic of a charioteer, 1st century
Roman mosaic of a charioteer, who is wearing the colours of his sponsor. Note that he is wearing a leather helmet for protection. From the National Museum in Rome, 1st century

Roman wall-painting showing servants, from a villa in Rome. from in the National Museums collection in Rome

Roman grave-slab with a husband and wife, from the National Museums collection in Rome

Relief of a Roman shoemaker and ropemaker, from the National Museum in Rome

Roman relief of gladiators, c. 3rd century
Roman relief of gladiators, from the Via Appia in Rome. It shows a Secutor on the left, and a Retiarus on the right. from in the National Museums collection in Rome, c.3rd century

Mycenaean terracotta bull, from the National Museums collection in Athens

Frying pan figure from Syros, 25th century BC
Frying pan figure from Syros with a drawing of a ship, possibly used as a mirror. From the National Museum in Athens, 25th century BC

Roman wall-painting from Pompeii showing Vesuvius, 1st century
Roman wall-painting from Pompeii showing Vesuvius, snake deities, and the genius loci. Now in the National Museum in Naples, 1st century

Greek two goddesses and divine child group, 14th century
Greek two goddesses and divine child ivory group from the acropolis in Mycenae, from the National Museums collection in Athens, 14th century

Painted Mycenaean plaster head, possibly of a Sphinx
Painted 16.8cm high plaster head, possibly of a Sphinx, from Mycenae. Now in the National Museum in Athens

Mycenaean gold signet ring picturing a fertility rite, 13th century BC
Mycenaean gold signet ring from Tiryns, picturing a fertility rite. A lion headed genii hold libations in front of a goddess who holds a stemmed chalice

Detail of Mycenaean bronze dagger found in a tholos tomb, 16th century
Detail of Mycenaean bronze dagger, inlaid with gold, silver and niello, showing natuli. It was found in a tholos tomb in Pylos, and is now in the National Museum in Athens, 16th century

Mycenaean amphora with an octopus, 15th century
Mycenaean amphora with an octopus, in palace style, from Prosymna. Now in the National Museum in Athens, 15th century

Mycenaean amphora with plant forms, 15th century
Mycenaean amphora with plant forms, in Palace Style, from Pylos. In the National Museum in Athens, 15th century

Cycladic jug with painted bird design from Melos, now in the National Museum in Athens

Hunnish gold fibula in the form of a cicada, 2nd century
Hunnish gold fibula in the form of a cicada. The cicada was a sign of rank amongst the huns. From the National Museum in Budapest, 2nd century

Bronze Bulls head escutcheon, found at Dinorben hill-fort. Now from the National Museums collection in Cardiff

Pair of bronze ritual iron age spoons
Pair of bronze ritual spoons found in an Iron Age grave at Pen Bryn in Wales. One has an inscribed cross, the other a small hole. Now from the National Museums collection of Wales in Cardiff

Lady of Elche, 4th century
Lady of Elche, from La Alcuidia de Elche, Alicante, Spain. From Madrid National Museums collection, 4th century

Contents of a sacrificial well in Denmark
Contents of a sacrificial well from Budsene, Men, Denmark. It includes bronze vessels, ornaments, and bones (remains of joints of meat) in an alder trunk

Early bronze age sun-chariot from Trundholm Bog
Sun-chariot from Trundholm Bog in north west Zealand, Denmark. It is made of bronze and gold leaf, and is the best evidence for sun worship in the early bronze age

Painted Cycladic pottery of a man carrying fish
Painted Cycladic pottery, from the island of Melos, of a man carrying fish. Now in the National Museum in Athens

Roman relief of Bacchus with a panther from the National Museums collection in Rome

Detail from the Greek Ludovisi throne, 5th century BC
Detail from the Greek Ludovisi throne, showing the birth of Aphrodite, in the centre. From the National Museums collection in Rome, 5th century BC

Detail of the great runestone of Harald Bluetooth, 10th century
Detail of the great runestone of Harald Bluetooth, King of Denmark, made at Jelling in Denmark. The photo is of a cast, coloured as the original was

Bronze-age figure from Denmark, 9th century BC
Bronze-age figure made of Bronze, found with a group of figures, from Denmark. In the National Museum in Copenhagen, 9th century BC

Iron age Germanic brooch
Iron age pre-Viking germanic gilt brooch from Denmark, in the National Museum in Copenhagen

Viking gilded bronze dress fastener, 9th century
Viking gilded bronze dress fastener from Denmark. Now in the National Museums collection in Copenhagen, 9th century

Massive silver Viking bracelet, 10th century
Massive silver Viking bracelet from Falster, Denmark. Now in the National Museums collection in Copenhagen, 10th century

Silver Viking Thors Hammer amulet, 9th century
Silver Thors Hammer amulet from the Viking period. From the National Museums collection in Copenhagen, 9th century

Viking silver cup from Jelling, 10th century
Viking silver cup from Jelling, Denmark. From the National Museums collection in Copenhagen, 10th century

Detail of a Viking neck-yoke for a pair of horses, 10th century
Detail of a gilded bronze Viking neck-yoke for a pair of horses, from a Viking grave at Sollestad, funen, Denmark. From the National Museums collection in Copenhagen, 10th century

Neolithic stone axes
Neolithic polished stone axes from Finland, from the National Museums collection in Helsinki

Bust of Julia, 1st century BC
Bust of Julia, the wife of Tiberius Caesar, currently in the National Museum, Budapest, 1st century BC

Roman relief of Leda and the Swan, from Hungary. The swan is Zeus, who will ravish Leda and father Helen of Troy and Castor and Pollux the divine twins. Currently in the National Museum, Budapest

Roman relief of gladiators, 3rd century
A Roman relief of gladiators, from Rome. Now in the National Museum at Rome, 3rd century

Bronze Roman relief of Mithras killing a bull from Hungary. Mithras was a particularly favoured god of soldiers. From the National Museums collection in Budapest

The Flute Player, 25th century BC
Parian marble statuette of a Cycladic figure from Keros near Amorgos. From the National Museums Collection at Athens, 25th century BC

Greek Games from a marble relic, c490 BC. Artist: Themistocles
Greek Games from a marble relic, c490 BC. Re-used in the wall built by Themistocles in 479 BC. To defend Athens. National Museum. Athens

Portrait on the marble lid of a Roman sarcophagus, 1st century BC
Portrait on the marble lid of a Roman sarcophagus from the Via Laurentina in Rome, from in the National Museums collection in Rome, 1st century BC

Detail of a bronze cauldron showing a human head wearing a Celtic torc, 4th century BC
Detail of a bronze cauldron showing a human head wearing a Celtic torc, found in Rynkeby Bog near Kertemunde, Denmark. Now in the National Museums collection in Copenhagen, 4th century BC

Detail of a copy of a Celtic gold drinking horn, 3rd century
Detail of gold drinking horn from Gallehus, Sleswig. This is a copy - the original was melted down - from the National Museums collection in Copenhagen, 3rd 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.