The national emblem of the Kingdom of Poland in the nineteenth century
This 19th century emblem of the Kingdom of Poland comes from a drugstore in Jedrzejov. The emblem is beautifully designed and symbolizes the authority and history of the Kingdom of Poland. It is currently housed in the Museum of Pharmacy, Jaguellów University School of Medicine, Kraków.
Gold-plated Dragon Carving Tripod Furnace with Hollow Cover
The dragon-shaped stove with a hollow lid and handle is a precious object stored in the National Museum of Krakow, Poland. The lid of this tripod stove is carved with a delicate openwork pattern, while the handle is designed in a stylized dragon shape. This design not only reflects the superb craftsmanship, but also reflects the symbolic meaning of the dragon in traditional Chinese culture.
18th century Qianlong period palace carved lacquer box
The carved lacquer box was created by the Qing court workshop during the period of Emperor Qianlong. Carving lacquer is a fine traditional process, made by multi-layer lacquer coating and complex engraving technology. These crafts usually display superb skills and exquisite design, symbolizing imperial power and nobility. This carved lacquer box is currently in the collection of the Jaguelon University Museum in Poland.
18th century Polish cavalry breastwork
This is a Polish cavalry breastpiece from the Museum of Fine Arts of the Academy of Fine Arts in Krakow.
19th century Imperial Russian Emblem
This national emblem of the Russian Empire comes from a pharmacy in Kvobuk and is now in the Museum of Pharmacy (The Museum of Pharmacy at the Jagiellonian University Medical College in Kraków) of the Medical College of Jagiellón University in Krakow. This national emblem is made of cast iron in the 19th century and displays the double-headed eagle emblem of the Russian Empire. The double-headed eagle symbolizes authority and rule, and the two ends of the eagle face east and west respectively, symbolizing the vast territory and influence of the Russian Empire.
Sarcophagus of King Casimir IV of Poland
Casimir IV's sarcophagus comes from the Chapel of the Holy Cross in Wawel Cathedral and is an important exhibit in the Wawel Royal Castle Museum. Casimir IV (November 30, 1427-June 7, 1492) was an important monarch in Polish history and the youngest son of King Władysław II of Poland. He was made Grand Duke of Lithuania by the Lithuanian nobility at the age of 13, and became King of Poland after his brother, King Władysław III, died in 1444. During his reign, Casimir IV successfully defeated the Teutonic Knights, recaptured Pomerania, and incorporated Prussia into Poland.
Chinese Lion-Shaped Ink Disc
This Chinese lion-shaped ink plate is a work of art in the Krakow National Museum. The shape of the ink plate is a traditional Chinese lion image, beautifully carved, and there is a little lion next to it, implying protection and prosperity. The image of the lion symbolizes authority, guardianship and auspiciousness in Chinese culture.
Esther's Scroll and Its Envelope
This Esther scroll and its envelope is an important exhibit in the Historical Museum of the City of Kraków. The Esther Scroll is one of the important artifacts of Judaism. The Book of Esther is written on the scroll, which is a scroll in the Hebrew Bible. The envelope of the scroll is made of gilded silver wire and coral, and is richly decorated, showing the religious art and culture of Judaism. The scrolls are from Jewish communities during the Ottoman period, and the Esther scrolls are usually read in synagogues during the Jewish festival of Purim.
Sarcophagus of Queen Jadwiga of Poland
This model of the sarcophagus of the Queen of Jadwiga is an important exhibit in the Wawel Royal Castle - State Art Collection. Queen Jadwiga is a famous queen in Polish history, and her sarcophagus model shows her historical status and cultural influence. The sarcophagus model is made of marble and silver plating and is beautifully detailed, showing the image and decoration of the queen. With this exhibit, the Royal Castle Museum of Wawel shows visitors the rich heritage of Polish history and culture.
Cypress Tree Screen
The "Cypress Screen" is a traditional Japanese artwork, painted from the late 16th to early 17th centuries. The screen was created by the famous Japanese painter Kano Yongde. Kano Yongde was a famous painter in the Warring States Period in Japan and was famous for his unique painting style and superb skills. There are several tall cypress trees painted on the screen. The trunks and branches and leaves are all made of delicate brush strokes and thick and light ink colors, vividly showing the upright and vigorous cypress trees. The screen background is dominated by gold, creating a solemn and elegant atmosphere. Cypress is a symbol of longevity and tenacity in Japanese culture.
17th-century Polish restored clockwork table clock
The clockwork table clock (17th-18th century) was made by George Merkel, and this horizontal tile-shaped table clock is called "kaflak" in Polish ". Its movement is incomplete, and it was rebuilt in the 19th century. The movement has two clockwork drums (one of which is not original and belongs to the 19th century), a reduction screw with a chain, a vintage movement gear, a crown wheel escapement protected by a decorative bow (the bow is missing). The chiming mechanism is incomplete. The clock originally marked the hour and half hour. It has a ring dial and single needle mechanism (secondary needle for the 21st century). It is now in the Museum of the University of Jaguaronia.
Seventeenth-Century Polish Bishop's Red Sacrifice
The red sacrificial gown is a traditional dress used in religious ceremonies, usually worn by clergy during major religious celebrations and ceremonies. This red memorial is a work from the 16th to 17th centuries and was made in France and Turkey around 1770. It is currently housed in the Miekhov Land Museum in Miyekhov, Poland.
Friedrich Jagueronzik's episcopal scepter
This scepter is a work of art with a long history and great significance. This scepter was presented by Polish Cardinal Friedrich Jagalonzik and was produced by artist Marchin Marchinnets between 1493 and 1495. The scepter is now in the collection of the Jagueronia University Museum (Collegium Maius) in Krakow, Poland. It reflects the craftsmanship and artistic style of the late 15th century. The scepter is usually made of precious metal and decorated with elaborate carvings and precious stones, demonstrating the level of craftsmanship and aesthetic value of the time.
The Holy Grail of the 17th century Benedictine monastery
This chalice is in the collection of the Benedictine monastery in Tyniec and was founded in 1691 by Benedictine Mierkowski Rupert Milkowski. The vessel may not have been originally designed for the Tyniec Abbey Church. The founder of the Eucharist Vessel was also the parish priest of Tyniec, who presented it to the parish church of Tyniec. After the church was demolished in 1825, the item was transferred to the monastery. It is one of the few gold vessels left after the Dissolution of the Tyniec Monastery.
19th century Austrian Imperial coat of arms
The central element of the Austrian Emblem is the double-headed eagle. This eagle is usually black and flies on its wings, symbolizing the power and domination of the Empire. The two heads of the double-headed eagle represent the two main parts of Austria and Hungary, symbolizing unity and power. A crown is usually worn on the head, symbolizing the authority of the royal family and the monarchy of the empire. The double-headed eagle usually bears a coat of arms on its chest, with multiple small shields inside the coat of arms representing various regions and provinces within the empire. It was not only used in official documents, buildings and military equipment in the 19th century, but also in public events and ceremonies.
The Bishop's Crown of Poland in the 18th Century
In the collection of the Miekhov Land Museum, there is an 18th-century Polish bishop's crown (Miter). This bishop's crown is made of steel and cloth, decorated with gold thread, precious stones and other precious materials. Its exquisite decoration and unique design not only show the superb skills of religious art at that time, but also symbolize the religious authority and noble status of the wearer. This bishop's crown is not only a religious article, but also an important cultural and historical heritage.
Jade of the Zhou Dynasty, 1100-771 BC
Jade is a kind of ancient Chinese jade, usually round, with a round hole in the middle. The history of the jade can be traced back to the Neolithic period, especially the Liangzhu culture (3400-2250 BC). In the later Shang, Zhou and Han dynasties, the craftsmanship and decoration of jade became more complex and exquisite.
Mummy Osiris in a Silver Mask
"Maize mummy Osiris with silver mask" is a unique sacrificial object in ancient Egypt. These mummies are usually made using corn cobs or corn kernels, symbolizing harvest and rebirth. During the production process, the ancient Egyptians decorated the corn cobs in a mummy-like shape, wrapped them in linen, and then put a silver mask on the head to represent Osiris (Osiris), the god of the underworld in Egyptian mythology. Osiris played an important role in ancient Egyptian religion, where he was considered the patron saint of the dead and a symbol of resurrection. By making such corn mummies, the ancient Egyptians hoped to pray for a good harvest and the continuation of life.
Kirin Statue in Qing Dynasty
Cypress Screen (Wild Yongde)
Cypress Screen is a screen painting created by the famous painter Kano Yongde (1543-1590) in the Antu Taoshan period in Japan. Screen painting was originally one of a pair of large screens in Antu City, a landscape painting composed of cypress trees (I. e. cypress trees).
Musashino Six Screens
This is a six-fan screen depicting the Musashino region of Japan, and they usually appear in pairs. The screen may display a beautiful natural landscape and rich cultural elements.
Ray's Vase
The "Lei vase" (Lei vase) was made around 1580 and is now in the collection of the Cernuschi Museum. This vase is famous for its unique design and exquisite craftsmanship.
During the Qing Dynasty, Fang Ding-style copper incense burner
Peony pattern water container
This artwork called "Peony Pattern Water Container" was created by Japanese artist Seif ū Yohei III (1851-1914), and was made between 1900 and 1914. It is made of porcelain, with a molded and carved design on the surface, and a green glaze. The overall height is 17.8cm (7 inches) and the diameter is 16cm (6 5/16 inches). The artwork is currently in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art and was donated by James and Christine Hoysinger.
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