Peres Castle, Romania
It is a palace located in the Carpathian Mountains of Romania and is a Neo Renaissance style palace. It consists of three buildings: Peles Castle, Peleso Castle, and Foisso Hunting Lodge. This palace was built for King Carol I of Romania from 1873 until its completion in 1914. When Carol I first visited the area in 1866, he was attracted by the magnificent mountain scenery and decided to build a palace here. Castles are not only symbols of the Romanian royal family, but also important cultural and historical heritage of the country.
Monasise Castle Pavilion Architecture in Trier
It is an outstanding representative of classical architecture, designed by French architect Fran ç ois Ignatz Mangan and built between 1779 and 1783. This building is renowned for its elegant circular structure and colonnade, and is one of the oldest buildings of its kind in Germany. The Muse Temple, once a castle resident, symbolizes a holy land of wisdom and art. It was a manifestation of delicacy and elegance in garden design at that time. It is an important material for studying 18th century European architectural art and a valuable place to understand and appreciate classical architectural aesthetics. Becoming an outstanding representative of classical architecture in Germany and even Europe.
Marterta, Alderburg, UK
The Alderburg Martell Tower is a historic defense tower located on the Alderburg coastline in Suffolk, England, built during the Napoleonic Wars from 1808 to 1812. This tower is famous for its unique design, with four gun emplacements on the roof, which was extremely rare in the Martel Tower at that time. Its existence is to strengthen coastal defense, covering both the river behind and the sea ahead to deal with potential invasion threats. Not only a symbol of military defense, but also a part of British history, witnessing the military strategy and architectural technology of that era.
The Pillar of Our Lady of Trier
It is a historic commemorative building that was first built in 1854 and completed in 1866. This tower shaped structure is about 40 meters high and is carefully stacked from sturdy sandstone blocks. The foundation and base are made of heavy stones left over from the Roman period, which have been reused to add a sense of historical weight to this Neo Gothic style building. It reflects the architectural spirit of the Romantic period in the 19th century, and its design and decorative details embody the artistic style of this period. Not only is it a religious symbol, but it is also an important part of the urban landscape of Trier.
Laarne Castle, Belgium
Located in Laarne, Belgium, it is a castle with a long history. Built around 1200 years ago, it was originally a wooden structure. Subsequently, the foundation was raised and a more sturdy building was constructed. Around 1300, castles began to be built using stone, forming the current watchtower. In less than a century and a half, the castle area developed into a complete castle with a moat. Witnessing hundreds of years of historical changes in Belgium, it is an important cultural heritage of Belgium. It has extremely high historical value and is also an important example for studying medieval castle architecture. The architectural style and structural layout reflect the political, economic, and cultural characteristics of the society at that time.
Lalne Castle, Belgium
It is a castle with a moat located in Larne, East Flanders, Belgium, near its capital city of Ghent. The Lalne Castle is located at an altitude of 3 meters and was built in the 11th or 12th century to guard the sea passage leading to Ghent. A comprehensive renovation was carried out in the 17th century. This castle not only witnesses the history of Belgium, but also has become an important tourist attraction and cultural heritage site in the area with its unique architectural style and rich cultural heritage.
3D model of pottery replicas from the ancient Cretan civilization period
It is a replica of pottery from the ancient Minoan civilization period, based on the late Minoan I period of Faestos (approximately 1700 BC to 1450 BC). Known for its unique design and decorative style, there is usually a spout shaped like a bird's beak at the mouth of the pot, which facilitates pouring liquids. Used for storing and transporting liquids in daily life, it is also an important artwork and cultural heritage in the Minoan culture. The late Minoan period was the golden age of Minoan civilization, during which pottery and other crafts showcased the highly developed artistic and craft level of the Minoan people.
Ceramic containers from ancient Andean civilization
It is a common ceramic container in ancient Andean civilization, especially popular during the late middle period (around 1000-1470 AD). It usually has unique designs and decorations that reflect the culture and aesthetics of the society at that time. In 2021, a citizen named Laura Balllini initiated a cultural property return campaign in Germany and successfully returned the artifact from Germany. This behavior is not only a respect for cultural heritage, but also a contribution to the inheritance of history and culture. Enriched our understanding of ancient Andean civilization and reminded us of the importance of protecting and respecting cultural heritage.
Late Horizon style ceramic container
It is a late horizon style ceramic artwork that appeared approximately between 1476 and 1532 AD. Horizon style is an art style in ancient Central America, particularly related to the Aztec civilization, characterized by the expression of a horizontal horizon element in pottery, sculpture, and other works of art, often associated with gods, myths, and cosmology. The voluntary return from the United States in 2021 reflects the international community's emphasis on cultural heritage protection and respect for the ownership of cultural heritage in the country of origin.
Ceramic containers from the Late Horizon period in Peru
It is a ceramic container made during the late horizon period in Peru (approximately 1470 to 1532). Not only is it a practical container, but it is also a symbol of art and culture. It usually has a unique shape and decoration that reflects the aesthetic and religious beliefs of the society at that time. In 2022, a ceramic container voluntarily returned from France was received by the Association of Friends of Heritage. This voluntary return behavior reflects respect and protection for cultural heritage, and also demonstrates the international community's emphasis on the return of cultural relics and the protection of cultural property. It holds an important position in the pre Columbian culture of Peru, showcasing the ceramic making techniques of that time.
Late intermediate ceramic containers
It is a ceramic container from the late middle period (approximately 1000-1470 AD). This type of ceramic is often associated with ancient cultures in South America, especially in the Peruvian region. During this period, local potters made various ceramic vessels for daily life and ceremonial purposes. In 2022, a late intermediate period ceramic container was successfully retrieved from the United States and returned to its legal owner James Englehorm. This reflects the international community's emphasis on the protection of cultural heritage and the crackdown on illegal trade in cultural relics. It is also a respect and protection for cultural heritage.
Moche Culture Human Image Sculpture
Human image sculptures with Moche cultural characteristics, which existed between 200 BC and 600 AD. The Moche culture is an ancient civilization in the coastal region of northern Peru in South America, known for its exquisite metalworking, pottery, and sculpture. This sculpture is an important work of art in the Moche culture, showcasing the society's portrayal of character images and aesthetic concepts at that time. In 2021, this sculpture was returned from Canada. The return of the sculpture represents respect and protection for cultural heritage, and also reflects the international community's emphasis on illegal cultural relic trade and cultural heritage protection.
Human sculpture artwork
It is a type of humanoid sculpture artwork created between approximately 1000 and 1470. It usually has unique cultural characteristics and artistic styles, reflecting the social beliefs, religious rituals, and aesthetic concepts of the time. During this period, many civilizations made significant achievements in artistic creation, with sculpture art particularly developed. It was not only more mature in technology, but also more rich and delicate in artistic expression. Successfully recovered from the Netherlands in 2022. This is not only a protection of cultural heritage, but also a respect for history and culture.
Late Middle Period Ceramic Cup
The products of the late middle period civilization (1000-1470 AD) returned by France in 2022 represent the high level of ceramic craftsmanship at that time. It is a historical stage between the late Middle Ages and the early Renaissance, during which ceramic art had significant developments in both technology and aesthetics. The ceramic front end is in the shape of a cat's head, and the tail end is a short tail. This unique shape reflects the cultural characteristics and social life of that time. The return by France also demonstrates the international emphasis on the protection and return of cultural heritage, as well as the respect and protection of historical relics.
Setriel Ceramic Container - Mansa Museum
It is a ceramic oil pot from the early 14th century, decorated mainly in green and manganese colors. The spout is designed in the shape of a deer's head, which may indicate that it was once used as an oil pot for pharmacists. This precious ceramic work is now preserved in the Mansa Museum. Exquisitely crafted, the green and manganese decorations on the pot body present a classical beauty, while the deer head shaped spout adds a lively and artistic touch. It is an artwork that showcases medieval craftsmanship techniques. It reflects a part of medical practice at that time, as well as people's pursuit of beauty and imitation of natural elements. It is a part of Catalonia and even the entire European cultural heritage.
Nanman Screen - Kobe City Museum
It is a type of screen made in Japan from the late 16th century to the mid-17th century, mainly depicting scenes of communication with Portugal and Spain. This important cultural property created by Kano Uchiyama uses the technique of coloring gold on paper and consists of six pieces. It is currently collected at the Kobe City Museum. The creative background is closely related to Japan's foreign exchanges at that time. In the late 16th century, with the colonial expansion of Portugal and Spain in Asia, Western European countries began to enter Japan's trading circle, and the Japanese at that time referred to them as the "Southern Barbarians". From this work, we can see how Japanese people at that time understood and expressed their communication and interaction with foreign countries through art.
The Wind God and Thunder God Screen (Wind God Screen) - Tokyo National Museum
The "Wind God and Thunder God Screen" by Mitsuru Ogata is an important cultural property of the Edo period in the 18th century and is currently housed in the Tokyo National Museum. It was created by Mitsunari Ogata imitating the national treasure of Muneda Biaya. Using paper-based gold coloring techniques. One of the prominent features of this work is the intersection of the gaze of the Wind God and the Thunder God. The images of the Wind God and the Thunder God are vivid and powerful, with the Wind God holding a wind bag and the Thunder God holding a drum, both of which have dynamic movements and expressions. In addition, after the death of Mitsuhide, Sakai Takaichi added the "Summer Autumn Sketch Screen" to the back of the screen, but for preservation reasons, these two works are now stored separately in different screens.
Wind God and Thunder God Screen (Thunder God Screen) - Tokyo National Museum
The "Wind God and Thunder God Screen" by Mitsuru Ogata is an important cultural property of the Edo period in the 18th century and is currently housed in the Tokyo National Museum. It was created by Mitsunari Ogata imitating the national treasure of Muneda Biaya. Using paper-based gold coloring techniques. One of the prominent features of this work is the intersection of the gaze of the Wind God and the Thunder God. The images of the Wind God and the Thunder God are vivid and powerful, with the Wind God holding a wind bag and the Thunder God holding a drum, both of which have dynamic movements and expressions. In addition, after the death of Mitsuhide, Sakai Takaichi added the "Summer Autumn Sketch Screen" to the back of the screen, but for preservation reasons, these two works are now stored separately in different screens.
The ancient Chinese Zhuang musical instrument 'Bronze Drum'
It is a percussion instrument with a long history and profound cultural significance. The bronze drum originated in the early Spring and Autumn period, about 2700 years ago. It was originally created by the Pu people in the central and western regions of Yunnan Province. Initially used as a cooking utensil and copper pot, it gradually evolved into a percussion instrument and eventually became a symbol of power and wealth. It occupies a pivotal position in Zhuang culture and is regarded as a precious heavy vessel, with similar symbolic significance to the cauldron in the Central Plains region. Not only is it a cultural heritage of the Zhuang ethnic group, but it has also become a cultural symbol shared by multiple ethnic groups. Its casting techniques were revived in the 1990s, and the bronze drum culture was inherited and developed.
Hangzhou Great Wall Relief
Great Wall relief is an art form that uses copper as the material and condenses the magnificent scenery and historical culture of the Great Wall into exquisite relief works through forging, carving, and other techniques. In Hangzhou, such works of art not only showcase the historical and cultural value of the Great Wall, but also reflect the outstanding achievements of ancient Chinese military wisdom and architectural technology. These relief works embody the wisdom and courage of the Chinese nation, becoming a symbol of national spirit and a treasure of ancient Chinese civilization. As a form of artistic expression, it allows people to appreciate art while gaining a deeper understanding and appreciation of the history and culture of the Great Wall.
Beijing carved lacquer wooden box - Yagailong University Museum
Beijing carved lacquer craftsmanship, as one of the "Three Treasures" of Chinese arts and crafts, is renowned alongside Hunan embroidery and Jingdezhen porcelain in Jiangxi for its unique skills and exquisite carving. The art of carved lacquer originated in Yunnan and Sichuan in southern China and was widely known during the Tang and Song dynasties. In the Yuan Dynasty (1271-1368), it was introduced to Beijing, and many skilled craftsmen in lacquer carving migrated here as Beijing became the capital. The Jagiellonian University Museum houses a carved lacquer box from the Qianlong period of the Qing Dynasty, which embodies the exquisite craftsmanship and pursuit of beauty of royal workshops in the Qing Dynasty. It is a precious heritage of traditional Chinese arts and crafts.
Iberian painted pottery jar - Waldpenias Museum
Iberian painted pottery jar, from the Cerrodela Cabezas archaeological site in Vald é Penias, Castile La Mancha region, Spain. This pottery jar is decorated with horizontal lines and seal patterns, belonging to the Iron Age (4th century BC to 3rd century BC). Currently housed in the Waldpenias Museum. Not only does it showcase the daily life of Iberians, but it also reflects their aesthetic and craftsmanship level.
Iberian High Foot Plate - Waldpenias Museum
It is a pottery from the ancient Iberian cultural period, characterized by high foot support. A Iberian high footed plate dating back to the Iron Age (4th century BC to 3rd century BC) was discovered at the Cerrod de las Cabezas archaeological site in the Vall é e Pe ñ as region of Castile La Mancha, Spain. This cultural relic is currently housed in the Waldpenias Museum.
Ceramic containers from the Inca Empire period
It is a ceramic container from the Inca Empire (1470 to 1532) period, with distinct Inca cultural characteristics. Usually spherical or elliptical in shape, with a narrow neck and wide mouth at the top and a narrow bottom, making it ideal for storing and transporting liquids. Plays an important role in daily life and is also used as a sacrificial container in religious and ceremonial activities, reflecting the worship and prayers of the Incas towards gods. In 2023, an Inca style Ar í balo ceramic container was returned by the heir of Isabel Pereda from Argentina, completing his journey back home. It is a manifestation of the increasing awareness of international cooperation and cultural heritage protection.
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