20th century wooden carvings used for sacrificial purposes in Moba villages in Africa
This eroded statue has been preserved outdoors for decades to protect a village in Moba. It represents a female ancestor of the Moba tribe, who was once the focus of worship by villagers to ensure successful hunting and a bountiful harvest. When the owner converted to Christianity or Islam, it was abandoned, which regarded most traditional beliefs and practices as heretics, and is now housed at the Minneapolis Institute of the Arts.
Bronze Statue Garrison - Black Jade Statue of Emperor Guan Gong
Guan Yu (160-220 AD), also known as Yunchang and Changsheng, was born in Jiexian County, Hedong Commandery (now Jiezhou Town, Yanhu District, Yuncheng City, Shanxi Province). A famous general in the late Eastern Han Dynasty. Guan Yu treated soldiers well and despised literati, and was known for his loyalty and righteousness in later generations. After his death, he was revered as "Guan Gong" by the people and was often honored by the imperial courts throughout history. During the reign of Emperor Yongzheng of the Qing Dynasty, he was revered as the "Martial Saint" and held the same status as Confucius, the "Literary Saint". In the novel 'Romance of the Three Kingdoms', he is ranked first among the' Five Tiger Generals'. In the regions of Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan, and some Southeast Asian countries, almost every household worships the statue of Guan Gong, who is worshipped by Confucius in literature and Guan Gong in martial arts.
The sculpture of the Pacific god A'a, carved on the island of Lulutu in the Australian archipelago in the 16th century
The A'a statue on Lulutu Island is a wooden sculpture of the A'a god, made on the Pacific island of Lulutu in the Australian archipelago. The production period may have been between 1591 and 1647. In the early 19th century, this sculpture was given to the London Missionary Society by islanders to commemorate their conversion to Christianity. Afterwards, it was brought back to the UK and exhibited at the British Museum. The image of A'a is one of the best surviving works of Polynesian sculpture, and according to Julie Adams, director of the Oceanian Collection at the British Museum, in the 21st century, the sculpture is considered an "international celebrity".
Cast iron statue of Jo ã o Cidade
Jo ã o Sidade devoted all his energy to caring for the poor and sick as an adult. Jo ã o Sidade, contrary to all the customs of his time, established two hospitals where patients received humane treatment. According to today's nursing standards, these hospitals are considered modern hospitals, dedicated not only to nursing but also to treatment. They have doctors, pharmacists, nurses, and priests, and patients are divided by disease, with each person assigned a bed. Several of his companions joined his ranks, thus forming the founding core of the Hospital Knights, which was first approved in 1572.
Iron Buddha Statue of Shakyamuni during the Goryeo Dynasty in Korea
This artifact is a cast iron Buddha statue from the Goryeo Dynasty in Korea. It is now housed in the British Museum in London. Its production date is from 918 AD to 1392 AD 1234. This Buddha statue is made of cast iron. The Buddha statue was discovered at a temple site in Hasachangli, Gwangju, buried to the waist. Many features are similar to the main Buddha statue in Shiku Temple, such as the outer robe covering only one shoulder, fan-shaped folds in front of the crossed legs, and a right hand lowered towards the ground. This statue was made in the early Goryeo period of the 10th century.
The marble statue of the Byzantine Empire in ancient Rome, known as the "Marble Maiden Statue"
This artifact is a small Eastern Roman marble statue depicting a young girl. Its production date is around 525 BC to 500 BC, and the statue is made of marble. The posture and attire of this young girl statue are the same as the famous Kore statue found in the Acropolis of Athens. Her left leg moved slightly forward, and her left hand grabbed her thin linen jacket, pulling it tightly over her leg; The right hand may have once held an offering. Her short cloak slanted over her right shoulder and then hung down from her left arm, forming vertical, stacked folds. The surface of the statue becomes vivid due to the variations in clothing layers and textures.
Granite Statue of the 25th Dynasty of Ancient Egypt, "The Sanctuary of Amun: King Tahaka and the Ram Statue"
This artifact is a statue of the god Amun, known as the protector of Amun: the statue of King Tahaka and the ram, appearing in the image of a ram, protecting King Tahaka. It was discovered at the T Temple in Kava, Sudan and is now housed in the British Museum. It was made between 690 BC and 664 BC, during the 25th Dynasty of ancient Egypt. The ram lay on its belly, with its front legs folded underneath, and the three-dimensional statue of King Tahaka stood between them. There is a hieroglyphic inscription around the base, declaring from front to back that Tahakha was the son of Amun and Mutt, and he "completely satisfied the heart of his father Amun".
Fragment of a statue from the Gallic Roman period titled 'The God of Ophigny'
This is a fragment of a limestone statue, known as the god of Ophiene, with a pig image on it and a twisted necklace around its neck. The fragments were made during the 1st century BC, Roman Empire period, and Gaul Roman period (58 BC -5th century AD). This fragment was discovered in Ophiene. The fragments are made of limestone. The dimensions of the fragments are: height of 25.8 centimeters, width of 10.5 centimeters, and depth of 7.5 centimeters. The fragments are now collected at the National Archaeological Museum in London.
Honduras' stone monument 'Chronometer Stele of Copan Square'
This statue is a replica of a stone monument in Copan Plaza, Honduras. The image of the statue is Vasacarahorn Ubaa Cavell. The statue is now housed in the British Museum in London. The original stone tablet was made in 730 AD. Archaeological investigations have shown that wooden pillars and stone tablets may have been used to measure time and perform related rituals in the north of the main square of Copan Archaeological Park. The shadow of this stone tablet can be used as a marker for different dates of the year, such as to, to, and from the point of direct sunlight, as well as for the size and direction of its projection at different times of the day. The residents of Copan use it to accurately track tropical years.
Bronze statue of a praying woman from the Hellenistic period in Etruria
This statue was made in the 2nd century BC, named "Bronze Prayer of Young Women Statue", belonging to the Hellenistic period of Etruria in Italy. The statue is the image of a young woman, possibly a priestess, with a height of 95 centimeters. The surface decoration of the statue is rich, including fine carving details on hair, jewelry, sewn seams, decorative edges, and shawl folds. Her shoes have exquisite shoelaces and floral decorations, which are typical Etruscan style. The left foot of the statue is a modern restoration. The statue is currently on display at the British Museum in London.
The marble statue of Apollo from the Hellenistic period of ancient Rome
This marble statue is Apollo, holding a qin and quiver in his hand. He was naked except for the cloak around his waist. The right arm that was originally raised, as well as the left wrist and hand, are now missing. This statue is a work from the Hellenistic period of Rome, made in the 2nd century AD. This statue was excavated by an archaeological team led by Sir Robert Murdoch Smith and Edwin A. Borcher at the Temple of Apollo (Cyrene) in Libya. Now, this statue is housed in the British Museum in London. The height of the statue is 2.28 meters. This statue is a Roman replica of the original Greek work dating back to 200-150 BC.
The igneous rock statue of Yoga Buddha, a cultural relic from the Chola period in India
Yoga Buddha is a very important deity in Indian history, and his story and image occupy a significant position in Indian yoga culture. Archaeologists have discovered a large number of stone sculptures and pottery seals in the Harappan and Mohenjodaro cultures of the Indus Valley civilization, featuring figures in yoga and meditation postures. There are many cross legged (described as yoga sitting posture) human figures on the Harappa seal, and the statues are now collected at the Minneapolis Museum of Art.
The clay statue of the Virgin and Child from the Capetian dynasty in France
The name of this statue is the Virgin and Child (Vierge à l'Enfant). It was made in the 14th century AD, between 1300 and 1400 AD. This cultural relic was made in France. The statue is made of clay painted with golden colors. Its dimensions are: 93 centimeters high, 27.8 centimeters wide, and 17.5 centimeters deep. This statue is currently housed in the Cluny Medieval National Museum in France.
Bronze statue from the Sultanate of Delhi, India, depicting the Buddha's achievement without impurities
This statue, named the Pure Accomplishment Buddha, is one of the Five Wisdom Tathagatas in Tibetan Buddhism. It is related to the achievements of the Buddhist path and the destruction of poison. His name means' pure achievement '. His spouse is Tara, meaning the one who liberates, and his mount is Garuda. He belongs to the business family, whose family emblem is the Double Diamond Rod. This statue is made of copper and is currently housed in the Minneapolis Museum of Art in the United States. It was made in the 13th century AD, between 1200 and 1300 AD. This statue is a representative work of Tibetan Buddhist art, showcasing the artistic style and techniques of that period.
The marble statue "Half body Statue of a Lady" created by Karl Schl ü tte
Carl Schl ü ter (1846-1884) was a German sculptor of the 19th century. His works are mainly concrete, and he excels in portrait sculpture, especially on female themes. This is a classical bust depicting a young woman. The head of this statue tilts slightly to the right. The base of the bust is a contoured base. The back of the bust bears the author's signature and the year of creation of the work: "C. Schl ü ter. 1880". This statue is now on display at the Czernov Museum in Poland.
The marble statue of Roman women from the ancient Roman Empire period, known as the "Roman Female Bust"
This statue is currently housed in the National Archaeological Museum of Umbria, located in San Domenico, Italy.
The basalt statue "Olmec Giant Stone Head" from the heyday of the Olmec civilization
This is a basalt human head sculpture from the Olmec civilization, carved from large basalt boulders and currently housed in the National Museum of Anthropology in Mexico. The height of these avatars ranges from 1.17 meters to 3.4 meters, dating back to at least 900 BC, and is a prominent feature of the ancient Mesoamerican Olmec civilization. These huge sculptures only depict the head, possibly because it is widely believed in Central American culture that the head contains an individual's emotions, experiences, and soul. Each avatar has unique facial features and may therefore be seen as a portrait of the actual ruler.
Syrian limestone relief from the 3rd century AD, depicting Tem é and his wife Hadila
Taimei and his wife Hadila "is a cultural relic located in the Louvre, originating from ancient Palmyra. This cultural relic is a tombstone relief depicting Taimei and his wife Hadila. The discovery site of this artifact is Palmyra, an ancient prosperous city located in present-day Syria, at the intersection of several desert trade routes. This city reached its peak between the 2nd century BC and the 3rd century AD. The relief is the tombstone of Taimei and his wife Hadila, used to mourn their lives and deaths. The relief depicts their images and some scenes of their lives
The marble statue of the 18th century French castle of Marley, titled 'The Horse Trapped by the Horseman'
The Horse Trapped by the Horseman, also known as the Malima, depicts a galloping horse and a horseman pulling the horse. These sculptures are made of Carrara marble and were created by sculptor Guillaume Cousteau between 1743 and 1745. The sculpture was originally ordered by King Louis XV to be made to decorate the entrance of the Mari Castle and replace the removed sculpture. Due to the damage caused by the armored vehicle parade on July 14th, they were replaced with reconstructed marble replicas made by Michel Bourbon in his studio in Bouyg. The original document is now preserved in an old building in the Louvre that has been transformed into a courtyard, known as the Marley Courtyard.
The clay sculpture "Dog ū (Mia)" from the prehistoric Jomon period in Japan
Over the years, archaeologists have discovered many different types of clay sculptures - dog ū - dating back to the prehistoric Jomon period in Japan (1400-800 BC). Various forms have been unearthed in northeastern Japan, some sitting, some standing, some with almost no surface decoration, while others, like this example, are known as the "goggles" type, with unique large eyes adorned with colors and complex carved decorations. The popular theory suggests that they are talismans related to health and childbirth, and after use, they are intentionally destroyed and disposed of. They are now collected at the Minneapolis Institute of the Arts.
The marble statue "Resting Hunter" from the Baroque period in France
This work was originally commissioned by the King's Department of Architecture in 1707 to be created by Nicolas Kustu for the decoration of the front yard of the Mari Castle. This work was moved to the terrace of the Tuileries Palace in 1716 and was inventoried there in 1824. On September 28, 1870, this work was sent to the Louvre Museum. Another title of this work is' Rest after Adonis Hunting '. This very exquisite sculpture showcases Nicolas Kustu's superb sculptural skills.
The limestone statues of Sakara and Melit from the New Kingdom period in ancient Egypt
The statues of Maya and Melit are part of the collection of the National Museum of Antiquity in the Netherlands, which has owned three tomb statues of Maya and Melit since 1829. These statues come from the time of Pharaoh Tutankhamun and Hormukh, around 1325 BC. Sakara built a luxurious tomb for himself and his wife Melit, next to General Hormukhb's tomb, although General Hormukhb was never buried there. This statue is designed to receive food for ritual purposes and also serves as a dwelling for the souls of the deceased. This statue is made of limestone and dates back to the New Kingdom period, around 1295 BC.
The bronze statue of Apollo, the Sagittarius, from the ancient Roman period
This statue is part of the collection of Cardinal Giuliano della Rovere in the Roman palace. When he was elected as Pope Julius II (1503-1513), these statues were transferred to the Vatican and have been preserved there since at least 1508, now housed in the Vatican Museums. Apollo walked forward with great majesty, as if he had just released an arrow from the bow in his left hand. The date for this work has been determined to be mid February AD century and is believed to be a replica of the original bronze statue dating back to 330-320 BC.
Sebastian Slotz's "Annibal"
The statue is "Annibal" created by Sebastian Slotz. This statue was made between 1687 and 1722. The height of the statue is 2.5 meters and the width is 1.068 meters. The inscription on the statue reads: 'Seb. Slodtz. Ficit. 1722'. This statue was placed in the Tuileries Garden in June 1722, opposite the statue of "Julius Caesar" by Nicolas Kustu. At this time, the statue was given a date. This statue entered the Louvre on June 5, 1872 and is still on display at the Louvre today.
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