Song Dynasty Emperor's Tombs

Song Dynasty Emperor's Tombs

Greek neck bottle

Greek neck bottle

It is a ceramic container from ancient Greece, with an iconic long neck and two vertical handles, usually located on the shoulders. This dual ear bottle design is very suitable for carrying and pouring liquids such as oil, wine, or water. Greek necklaces not only have a wide range of uses in daily life, but also play an important role in religious ceremonies and funerals. They are often used as burial objects in tombs to hold liquids for worship. The surface of Greek neck vases is often painted with exquisite patterns, including mythological scenes, battle scenes, or daily life scenes, providing us with a window to understand ancient Greek culture and art.
Egyptian Lotus Vase

Egyptian Lotus Vase

Egyptian lotus vase is a decorative item inspired by ancient Egyptian art. Lotus symbolizes the rebirth of life and the rise of the sun in ancient Egyptian culture, often seen in tomb murals, sculptures, and decorative arts. The design of such vases usually combines lotus patterns with typical elements of Egyptian art, such as hieroglyphics or pharaoh patterns. They may be made of ceramics, stone, or other materials, and their surfaces may be coated with gold or colored decorations to imitate the magnificent style of ancient Egypt. The Egyptian lotus vase is not only a tribute to ancient Egyptian civilization, but also an exploration and application of classical aesthetics in modern design.
Vietnam Hue Ampang Cemetery

Vietnam Hue Ampang Cemetery

Located in Anbang Village on the outskirts of Hue City, Vietnam, this cemetery is known as the "City of Ghosts" due to its unique burial architecture. Stretching along a 3-kilometer-long roadside, these tombs are renowned for their brightly colored and ornate burial structures. They are not only grand in scale, but also adorned with golden sculptures and mythical creatures such as dragons, unicorns, phoenixes, as well as fully functional rooms, bathrooms, and kitchens. They reflect the local residents' deep remembrance of their ancestors and their profound beliefs in life after death and religious beliefs.