Stone Carving Collection (page 8)

Vaulted ceiling in the cloister, Canterbury Cathedral, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Canterbury, Kent, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Iran, Persepolis. The Hundred Column Palace, this relief illustrating the Monarch enthroned in New Years Day ceremonies, Persepolis (Takht-e Jamshid), near Shiraz.In about 512BC

View of Durbar Square, Bhaktapur, Nepal, Asia

The Mayan rain god Chac, holding burning torch showing his power to withhold or dispense rain, in west court of the Mayan ruins at Copan, UNESCO World Heritage Site, western highlands, Honduras

Humayuns Tomb and Library, Humayun Tomb Complex, Delhi, India

Leshan Giant Buddha, the largest and tallest stone Buddha statue in the world, carved into the rock face on the red, sandstone cliffs overlooking the confluence of the Min River

Casino At Marino, Co Dublin, Ireland; 18Th Century Building Designed By James Caulfeild

Janus Figure, Boa Island, Lower Lough Erne, Co Fermanagh, Ireland; Celtic Carved Stones

Ballinamuck, County Longford, Ireland, Pikeman Statue

The Janus Stone, Boa Island Co Fermanagh, Ireland

Irish National Heritage Park, Ferrycarrig, Co Wexford, Ireland

Abbey Of Kells, Kells, County Meath, Ireland; High Cross And Round Tower

Monasterboice, Co Louth, Ireland; High Cross With Round Tower In The Distance

North High Cross, Castledermot, County Kildare, Ireland

Devenish Island, Co Fermanagh, Ireland; High Cross And 12Th Century Round Tower In The Distance

Detail Of Standing Stone, Newgrange, Co Meath, Ireland

Cross Carved On A Standing Rock

Clonmacnoise, Co. Offaly, Ireland

Monasterboice, Co. Louth

Beautifully carved stelae represent the headstones of an 11th to 13th century burial ground at Tiya. They date back to the time of King Lalibela who was responsible for the construction of many

Native American Indian Fremont Petroglyphs Sandstone Mountain Capitol Reef National
Native American Fremont Petroglyphs carvings in Sandstone, Capitol Reef National Park, Torrey, Utah

Faces thought to depict Bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara, Bayon temple ruins, Angkor Thom
Faces thought to depict Bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara, Bayon Temple ruins, Angkor Thom (12th century temple complex), Angkor World Heritage Site, Siem Reap, Cambodia (Large format sizes available)

The Ruins of Stone Carving in Ancient Ephesus, Selcuk, Izmir Province, Ionia, Turkey
Ephesus was an ancient Greek city on the coast of Ionia, SelAzuk in Izmir Province, Turkey. It was built in the 10th century BC on the site of the former Arzawan capital by Attic

Two novice Buddhist monks in front of a statue of the reclining Budha, Wat Lokayasutharam, Ayuthaya Historical Park, Ayuthaya (Ayutthaya), UNESCO World Heritage Site, central Thailand, Thailand

Ganesh stone statue, Kathmandu, Nepal. Ganesh is the elephant headed hindu god, son of shiva and parvati

Temple of Hercules (circa 500 BC), Agrigento, Sicily, Italy

Ancient me ac (Maori temple), Taiohae Bay, Nuku Hiva Island, Marquesas Islands archipelago, French Polynesia, South Pacific Islands, Pacific

Pit 1 of Mausoleum of the First Qin Emperor housed in The Museum of the Terracotta Warriors, opened in 1979, near Xian City, Shaanxi Province, China, Asia

A mosaic on the floor of the Seaward or Ocean Baths at the ancient Roman city of Sabratha

Temple of Isis built in the 1st century AD at the ancient Roman city of Sabratha. It faces the Mediterranean in keeping with its dedication to the Egyptian goddess Isis

Detail of carving of Judgement of Paris on one of the decorative panels in the facade of the Roman theatre at Sabratha, one of the most remarkable in the Roman world

An old stone alcove is framed by a red painted wall in a mansion in Llanes

Detail of carved stone figures on the XIIth C Romanesque Church of Santa Maria de Piasca

Stone Carving, Sligo Abbey, Co. Sligo, Ireland

Some of Antiguas small churches excel in decorative flourishes such as ribbed columns and stucco mouldings

A man walks along the a street in downtown Antigua beside the brightly painted houses

Some of the finest preserved moais on Easter Island, the splendid moais of Ahu Nau Nau sit on their platform on Anakena Beach surrounded by white sand, turquoise sea and swaying palm trees

Five of the fifteen colossal stone statues or moais of Tongariki at sunrise. The moais stand on their platform or ahu on the eastern coast of the island at the foot of the Poike Peninsula

The supine form of a finely chiselled moai or stone head, at Ahu One Makihi on the south coast near to Rano Raraku. Water has collected in the eye of the moai

A carved stone condor stands on the gatepost of the main church at the small village of Tahua on the northern shore of the Salar de Uyuni, the worlds largest salt flat

Stone Balbals or tomb markers, Western Turk, 6th to 8th century. The Balbals at Balasagun have been collected from sites all over Kyrgyzstan

Stone Balbals or tomb markers, Western Turk, 6th to 8th century, Balasagun. The Balbals at Balasagun have been collected from sites all over Kyrgyzstan

Overview of Bushman petroglyphs near caves formations at Twyfelfontein (doubtful fountain) c3000BC Overview of Bushman petroglyphs near caves formations at Twyfelfontein (doubtful fountain) c3000BC

Bushman Rhino Petroglyph near caves formations at Twyfelfontein (doubtful fountain) c3000BC Bushman Rhino Petroglyph near caves formations at Twyfelfontein (doubtful fountain) c3000BC

The entrance to the Palace of Gedi, part of the historic ruins of an important Afro-Arab town founded in the late thirteenth or early fourteenth century, covering some 45 acres

Situated on the Nile about 48 kms north of Aswan is The temple of Kom Ombo, a unique double temple of the Ptolemaic and Roman periods, dedicated to Sebek, the Crocodile God, and to Horus

Croatia, Knin Region, Sibenik, Cathedral of St. Jacob, Frieze of former town residents CROATIA-Sibenik-Knin Region-SIBENIK: Cathedral of St

The magnificent Cholan Dynasty Brihadeeswara temple, UNESCO World Heritage Site, built in 1010, Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu, India, Asia

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Stone carving is an ancient art form that has left its mark on numerous iconic landmarks around the world. From the intricate details of La Sagrada Familia in Barcelona to the breathtaking view of Alnmouth village with River Aln flowing into the North Sea, stone carvings have a way of capturing our attention and imagination. In Cambodia's Angkor Wat, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, traditional apsara dancers come to life through meticulously carved stones, showcasing the rich cultural heritage of this Southeast Asian nation. Similarly, Indonesia's Bali boasts stunning stone reliefs depicting Rama and Sita's epic tale, transporting visitors back in time. Even in bustling cities like New York City, amidst Bow Bridge in Central Park stands as a testament to the enduring beauty of stone carving. Meanwhile, Afghanistan's Bamiyan once housed a magnificent Buddha statue carved into cliffs before it was tragically destroyed by the Taliban. Traveling across continents brings us to Easter Island (Rapa Nui), where enigmatic Moai statues stand tall against Chilean landscapes. In Colombia's Plaza Bolivar or England's Men-an-Tol cromlech near Penzance, Cornwall - these stone carvings connect us with history and culture from different corners of our planet. One cannot miss Brazil's Cristo Redentor (Christ the Redeemer) statue overlooking Rio de Janeiro; its grandeur exemplifies how they are create awe-inspiring monuments that leave an indelible impression on all who witness them. And even on Micronesia's Yap island lies a unique sight: a stone money bank representing both tradition and wealth within Pacific cultures. From ancient Buddhas dating back centuries to modern-day masterpieces adorning cityscapes worldwide - these captivating examples highlight how stone carving continues to captivate hearts and minds throughout generations.