National Museum Collection (#6)

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

Detail of a silver and gilded Thraco-Getic helmet, 4th century BC
Detail of a silver and gilded Thraco-Getic helmet, showing a warrior on horseback, from the Agighiol Treasure, in Bucharest Museum, 4th century BC

Silver goblet from the Agighiol Treasure, 4th century BC
Silver goblet from the Agighiol Treasure, from the Thraco-Getic period in Romania. Now in the National Museum in Bucharest, 4th century BC

Roman wall-painting of Medea, 1st century BC
Roman wall-painting of Medea from Pompeii, now in the National Museum in Naples, 1st century BC

Roman wall-painting of a mythical landscape, c. 1st century
Roman wall-painting of a mythical landscape, from the villa of Agrippa Posthumous near Pompeii, now from the National Museums collection in Naples, c.1st century

Archaic Greek bronze of a horse and rider, 6th century BC
Archaic Greek bronze of a horse and rider in the National Museum in Athens, 6th century BC

Detail of late Roman period Greek sarcophagus, showing Dionysiac revels. In the National Museum in Athens

Greek stele of a girl holding a bird, 4th century BC
Greek stele of a girl holding a bird, in the National Museum in Athens, 4th century BC

Greek statue known as the Anavyssos Kouros, 6th century BC
The Anavyssos Kouros, from Anavyssos in Attica. Now in the National Museum in Athens, 6th century BC

Stele of a hoplite known as Aristion. Artist: Aristokles
Stele of Aristion, a hoplite, by Aristokles. In the National Museum in Athens

Greek terracotta figure of a man sawing wood, 6th century BC
Greek terracotta figure of a man sawing wood from Boetia, Now in the National Museums collection in Copenhagen, 6th century BC

Greek bronze of a warrior, 6th century BC
Greek bronze of a warrior, from the National Museum in Athens, 6th century BC

Roman fountain high relief, Carthage National Museum, Byrsa Hill, Punic site of Carthage, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Tunisia, North Africa

Corinthian capital, Carthage National Museum, Byrsa Hill, Punic site of Carthage, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Tunisia, North Africa

SMITHSONIAN INSTITUTION. The Smithsonian Institution in Washington, D.C. originally called the National Museum. Engraving, American, 1881

SMITHSONIAN INSTITUTION. Arts and Industries Building of the Smithsonian Institution in Washington D.C. Originally called the National Museum. Photograph, c1905

Netherlands (aka Holland), Apeldoorn near Arnhem. National Museum Paleis Het Loo (aka Het Loo Palace). West Wing enterance

Netherlands (aka Holland), Apeldoorn. National Museum Paleis Het Loo (aka Het Loo Palace), Coach House & Royal Stables (Editorial Usage Only)

View from National Museum, top of Wenceslas Square, Historical Center of Prague-UNESCO World Cultural and Natural Heritage Register, Capital City of Czech Republic

view from National Museum, Czech Republic, prague
view from National Museum, Czech Republic, Prague

National Museum, Prague, Czech Republic

National Museum, Basseterre, St. Kitts, St. Kitts and Nevis, Leeward Islands, West Indies, Caribbean, Central America

The National Museum building, Stockholm, Sweden, Scandinavia, Europe

National Museum, Brasilia, Federal District, Brazil, South America

National Museum, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Brasilia, Federal District, Brazil, South America

Pagoda in the National Museum in the capital city of Phnom Penh, Cambodia, Indochina, Southeast Asia, Asia

Bridge leading towards a castle, Ponte Della Badia, Castle of Abbadia, Vulci, Lazio, Italy
Italy - Lazio Region - Vulci - Abbadia Bridge (1st century b.C.) and Castle

National Museum, Budapest, Hungary, Europe

Museo Nacional (National Museum) designed by Oscar Niemeyer, Brasilia, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Brazil, South America

Courtyard of National Museum, Phnom Penh, Cambodia, Indochina, Southeast Asia, Asia

National Museum of Australia in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia, Pacific

Sweden. Stocholm. National Museum in Norrmalm waterfront

Vanuatu-Efate Island-Port Vila: National Museum of Vanuatu / Exterior
Vanuatu-Efate Island-Port Vila:National Museum of Vanuatu / Exterior

Serbia, Belgrade. Heart of the historic district, Republic Square (aka Trg Republike). 1882 statue of Prince Mihailo Obrenovic, National Museum in distance

Serbia, Belgrade. Republic Square (aka Trg Republike), heart of the historic district, National Museum

13th Century decorated copper altar candlestick holder, National Museum of Iceland, Reykjavik

Tanzania: Zanzibar, StoneTown, carved wooden detail of a tree on a doorway in the National Museum of Zanzibar, known as " The House of Wonders" or " Beit-el-ajaib"

St. Angelo Castle and National Museum, Rome, Lazio, Italy, Europe

Vittorio Emanuelle bridge and St. Angelo Castle and National Museum, Rome, Lazio, Italy, Europe

National Museum and Amangalla hotel, Galle, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Southern Province, Sri Lanka, Asia

National Museum, Basseterre, St. Kitts and Nevis, West Indies, Caribbean, Central America

Exterior of the National Museum, Cetinje, Montenegro, Europe

Glory Flame monument at The National Museum of the History of the Great Patriotic War 1941-1945, Kiev, Ukraine, Europe

Triceratops dinosaur skull. Three-dimensional scan of the skull of a Triceratops dinosaur. This was produced for the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History, Washington DC, USA

National Museum, Old Town, Wroclaw, Silesia, Poland, Europe

National Museum, Luang Prabang, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Laos, Indochina, Southeast Asia, Asia

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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.