Japanese Togou Wooden Mask

Japanese Togou Wooden Mask

A dog is a type of monster in Japanese folklore that has the shape of a half-human, half-bird, usually with a long nose and a red mask. The dog has a rich symbolic meaning in Japanese culture. It is regarded as a mountain god and protector, and is also regarded as a troublemaker and disaster-causing existence.
Statue of Goddess Tralock

Statue of Goddess Tralock

In Aztec culture, the name of Chalchiutlikue means "the woman in the jade dress", and she is not only Trellock's wife, but is sometimes considered his sister. Her image often appears in water-related sculptures and artifacts, symbolizing the vitality and purifying power of water. These sculptural artifacts usually show her wearing an ornate jade skirt, symbolizing her deep connection to water. She is believed to be able to trigger storms and whirlpools, protect navigators, and is worshipped in agricultural rituals as a goddess who can make the land fertile.
Stone Statues of Marta

Stone Statues of Marta

It is a statue in Brno, Czech Republic, known for its early Classical style and residual Rococo elements. Dating back to 1789, it is an important cultural symbol and historical witness. Appreciated for its artistic value, it is also valued for its environmental shaping role in the city park, which is located in front of the Mitrovsky summer house. It not only provides an aesthetic enjoyment for the citizens and tourists of Brno, but also gives people a glimpse of the artistic style and cultural atmosphere of that era. As a historical relic, it bears witness to the rich historical and cultural heritage of Brno and the entire Czech region.
Wooden devil statue-Jiří Nekola

Wooden devil statue-Jiří Nekola

It is one of the wood carvings by Czech artist Jiří Nekola, which was exhibited in Frymburk in the exhibition "Wecutwoodforchildren2014. He mainly focuses on the creation of human figures, but also on sculptures with animal and fairy-tale themes. Not only are exhibitions organized every year, such as the Art Space Gallery in Prague 1 and the Šeberák restaurant in Prague Kunratice, but his works can also be seen in several public places, including zoos and parks. The statue shows his deep understanding of wood and his skill in wood carving.
Konopiště Castle Park Mini Sphinx

Konopiště Castle Park Mini Sphinx

It is one of the most famous tourist attractions in the Czech Republic. This small replica of the Sphinx is located in the castle's grounds and offers visitors a unique viewing experience. It is part of the castle's history and culture, adding to the park's mystery and historical depth. Although it is a mini version, this replica of the Sphinx also shows the style of ancient Egyptian art, allowing visitors to get a glimpse of this symbol of ancient civilization even if they do not go abroad. Located in the gardens of Konopiště Castle, the gardens here are among the most beautiful in the Czech Republic and are known for their beautiful layouts and sculptures.
Veles Statues

Veles Statues

Is an important god in Slavic mythology, mainly in charge of the earth, water and the underworld. It is regarded as the protector of domestic animals, especially cattle, and the ruler of the dead. In Slavic cultures, he was closely associated with death and the cycle of nature and was considered a powerful god, in charge of the end of life and the destination of the soul. The image is changeable, sometimes depicted as a god with horns and long beard, sometimes as a giant snake or half-man and half-snake, symbolizing his strength and wisdom. Known for his cunning and wisdom, he is often opposed to Perron, the god of thunder and lightning, and the confrontation between the two symbolizes storms and lightning in nature.
Angel Stone Carving

Angel Stone Carving

It is a mysterious existence derived from many religions and myths and legends. It is usually regarded as the messenger or servant of the gods, with supernatural power and purity. In Christianity, Judaism, and Islam, angels are depicted as messengers of God responsible for communicating God's will and protecting believers. It is often depicted as a human figure with wings, symbolizing purity and divinity. In art and literature, angels are often depicted as symbols of tenderness, compassion and protection, in a variety of images, from classical white robes to modern expressions. It is also often associated with music and is considered a singer of heaven.
Zeus head stone carving

Zeus head stone carving

It is the king of the gods in ancient Greek mythology and the head of the twelve gods of Olympus. The god of the sky and thunder and lightning, with thunderbolt as a weapon, maintains the order between heaven and earth. He is the son of the second generation god king Cronus of the Titan clan, whose mother is Ria. To avoid the fate of being devoured by Cronus, he was hidden by his mother and raised in Crete or by the Goddess Nimve. As an adult, Zeus rescued his brothers and sisters who had been devoured by his father and fought with them against Cronus, eventually overthrowing the rule of the Titans. Known for his wisdom and strength, his reign symbolized the rise of the new theocracy and the fall of the old. play a supreme role in mythology
Cloth bag monk stone statue

Cloth bag monk stone statue

The original name of this, is a tourist monk in the Five Dynasties period. Its prototype legend is a monk who behaved grotesquely and beamed alms in Zhejiang. He often uses a wooden stick to carry a pocket to beg around and put the begging items in his pocket, hence the name "cloth bag monk". It is said that the monk Buca is the incarnation of Maitreya. His actions and words are full of Zen. His image and stories are widely circulated among the people and become an important figure in Buddhist culture. The image is often depicted as potty-bellied and smiling, which is related to the tolerant, optimistic and humorous image he gives. His stories and images have an important place in Buddhist culture.
Stone carving of fire-breathing dragon

Stone carving of fire-breathing dragon

Bronze Buddha Avatar

Bronze Buddha Avatar

Bone Buddha

Bone Buddha

Guanyin Statue

Guanyin Statue

Guanyin Bodhisattva is one of the four great bodhisattvas in Chinese Buddhism. According to legend, his birthday is on the 19th day of the second lunar month, the day of enlightenment is on the 19th day of the sixth lunar month, and the day of Nirvana is on the 19th day of the ninth lunar month. It is said that the Taoist temple is Mount Putuo. The belief in Guanyin has had a profound influence in China, leading to various folk legends about Guanyin Bodhisattva, such as the widely circulated belief that Guanyin is Princess Miaoshan, the third princess of King Miaozhuang of Xinglin Kingdom. This kind of female Guanyin legend can first be seen in Zhu Ben's "Qu Yu Jiuwen" during the Song Dynasty. Afterwards, Guan Daosheng's biography "Biography of Guanyin Bodhisattva" became a complete biography during the late Song and early Yuan dynasties.
Guanyin Statue

Guanyin Statue

Guanyin Bodhisattva is one of the four great bodhisattvas in Chinese Buddhism. According to legend, his birthday is on the 19th day of the second lunar month, the day of enlightenment is on the 19th day of the sixth lunar month, and the day of Nirvana is on the 19th day of the ninth lunar month. It is said that the Taoist temple is Mount Putuo. The belief in Guanyin has had a profound influence in China, leading to various folk legends about Guanyin Bodhisattva, such as the widely circulated belief that Guanyin is Princess Miaoshan, the third princess of King Miaozhuang of Xinglin Kingdom. This kind of female Guanyin legend can first be seen in Zhu Ben's "Qu Yu Jiuwen" during the Song Dynasty. Afterwards, Guan Daosheng's biography "Biography of Guanyin Bodhisattva" became a complete biography during the late Song and early Yuan dynasties.
【 Wood Carving 】 Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva (3D printable)

【 Wood Carving 】 Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva (3D printable)

Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva, also known as Avalokite ś vara in Sanskrit, is a transliteration of the Sanskrit word Avalokite ś vara. It is also translated as "Avalokitesvara" or "Avalokitesvara" and transliterated as "Avalokitesvara" or "Avalokitesvara". Amitabha Buddha's left attendant, one of the "Three Saints of the West". Buddhism believes that Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva is a compassionate and benevolent bodhisattva. When suffering beings recite his name, the Bodhisattva immediately observes his voice and goes to save and liberate them, hence the name. During the Tang Dynasty, due to the taboo of using the name of Emperor Taizong Li Shimin, the character "shi" was removed and he was briefly referred to as "Guanyin".
Shuiyue Guanyin

Shuiyue Guanyin

Shuiyue Guanyin, also known as Water Auspicious Guanyin or Water Auspicious Bodhisattva, is the corresponding incarnation of Guanyin's thirty-three phases of observing water with one heart. The name 'Shuiyue' is not derived from early Buddhist scriptures, but rather from the fusion of Buddhism with local culture after it was introduced to China. There are different theories about the origin of Shuiyue Guanyin, but it is currently unanimously believed to be related to the mid Tang painter Zhou Fang. According to Xuanzang's "Records of the Western Regions of the Great Tang Dynasty", Zhou Fang created the body of Guanzi Bodhisattva in the Bu'luojia Mountain, which is described as "a marvelous creation of water and moon". This painting depicts a full moon surrounding Guanyin, surrounded by a bamboo forest. Since the Tang Dynasty, the image of Shuiyue Guanyin has been constantly evolving, and its sitting posture has also undergone several changes.
Statue of Nike, the Greek goddess of victory

Statue of Nike, the Greek goddess of victory

Niki (Greek: Νίκ η, "victory"; Latin transliteration: Nike) is the goddess of victory in Greek mythology, corresponding to Victoria in Roman mythology. According to Hesiod's Theogony, she was the daughter of the Titan gods Pallas and Styx, as well as the sister of Kratos (power), Biya (strength), and Zeros (passion), all of whom were companions of the main god Zeus. Despite coming from the Titan tribe, she still stood by the side of the Olympian gods in the Titan Wars, bringing them victory.
Sun Wukong Bamboo Root Carving Crafts (available for download in STL format and 3D printing)

Sun Wukong Bamboo Root Carving Crafts (available for download in STL format and 3D printing)

Sun Wukong (also known as the Monkey King, the Monkey King, the Monkey King, the Monkey King, and the Fighting Buddha) is a character in the classical Chinese mythological novel "Journey to the West". The inspiration for the origin of the Monkey King predates novels and can be traced back to the Indian epic Ramayana and the Song Dynasty monkey god Hanuman. In the novel, he is a stone born monkey who has gained supernatural powers through Taoist cultivation. After resisting the Way of Heaven and being imprisoned by the Buddha at the foot of the mountain, he subsequently accompanied Tang Sanzang to the West (Indian subcontinent) where the Buddha and his followers lived to retrieve Buddhist scriptures.
Philippine deity - Rice Protector

Philippine deity - Rice Protector

The Filipino deity, known as Bul ul (Rice Protector), crouches naked. His elbows are on his knees, and his hands are on his cheeks. It sits on a small pedestal with an irregular hemisphere shape. Black wood grain.
Buddha sculpture

Buddha sculpture

The highest fruit of Buddhist practice. Buddha is a transliteration of Sanskrit, abbreviated as Buddha, also translated as Futu or Futu, originally meaning enlightenment. Perception has three meanings: one is self-awareness, which is the so-called self realization of one's nature; The second is called Jue He, which means to speak and guide people; The three are called perfect perception and action. Those who possess these three points of enlightenment can be called Buddha. It is said that Shakyamuni attained enlightenment at the age of 35, gaining insight into the true essence of the universe and life, achieving liberation, and began to proclaim the true meaning of his enlightenment to the public, earning him the title of "Buddha". So, Buddha or Buddha often became synonymous with Shakyamuni, but not only Shakyamuni is named after Buddha.
Sculpture - "Monkey King" Sun Wukong

Sculpture - "Monkey King" Sun Wukong

Sun Wukong is naturally intelligent, lively, loyal, and resentful of evil, representing wit and bravery in folk culture. The legend of Journey to the West emerged in the Tang Dynasty and continued until the Ming and Qing Dynasties. The collection of these legends in the Ming Dynasty is known as "Journey to the West". In these folk myths of the past dynasties, Sun Wukong was worshipped as a god by the Chinese people.
Sun Wukong 3D Printing

Sun Wukong 3D Printing

Sun Wukong (also known as the Monkey King, the Monkey King, the Monkey King, the Monkey King, and the Fighting Buddha) is a character in the classical Chinese mythological novel "Journey to the West". Born from the creation of immortal stones, the birthplace is located on Huaguo Mountain in Dongsheng Shenzhou. He is revered as the "Monkey King" for leading a group of monkeys into the Water Curtain Cave. In order to learn the art, he crossed the sea and became a disciple of the founder of Subhuti, named "Sun Wukong". He learned advanced spells such as the Great Immortal Technique, the Seventy Two Transformations, and the Cloud Dance.
Maitreya Buddha Stele

Maitreya Buddha Stele

The Maitreya Buddha Stele, dating back to 563 AD, is currently housed at the Minneapolis Institute of the Arts.
The Monkey King - Sun Wukong (3D printed model)

The Monkey King - Sun Wukong (3D printed model)

The exquisite 3D model of Sun Wukong, the Monkey King of the Sky, in "Black Myth: Wukong"

The exquisite 3D model of Sun Wukong, the Monkey King of the Sky, in "Black Myth: Wukong"

It is one of the main characters in the Chinese classical novel "Journey to the West", written by Wu Chengen. Renowned for his wit, bravery, and ever-changing abilities, he was an important protector of Tang Monk and his disciples on their journey to the West to obtain Buddhist scriptures. Born in Shuilian Cave of Huaguo Mountain, he calls himself the Monkey King. Having the power of seventy-two transformations, it can transform into any creature or object at will. He is also proficient in soaring through clouds and mist, and can jump up to 108000 miles in one leap. Once caused chaos in the Heavenly Palace, challenged the authority of the Heavenly Court, and was ultimately suppressed by the Buddha at the foot of the Five Elements Mountain. Later, under the guidance of Guanyin Bodhisattva, Sun Wukong became the great disciple of Tang Sanzang and began his journey to the West to obtain Buddhist scriptures.
The Old Centaur and the Love God Eros

The Old Centaur and the Love God Eros

The bronze statues of the centaur and the riding goddess Eros, located in front of the Academy of Fine Arts in Vienna, were created in 1892. This statue represents the characteristics of old age through the image of an old centaur and the riding of Eros, and is a typical example of the combination of art and mythology.
Lednica Castle Garden Zeus Statue

Lednica Castle Garden Zeus Statue

The 17th century Zeus statue located in Lednice Castle Garden. Zeus is the highest god in Greek mythology, in charge of the sky and thunder, and is the leader of the Olympian gods. The history of the gardens of Ledernitz Castle can be traced back to the 12th century, initially as a fortress used to defend against foreign crossing of rivers. Later, it became the private property of the Liechtenstein family and was transformed into a magnificent courtyard between the 17th and 20th centuries.
Dragon head stone carving decoration

Dragon head stone carving decoration

Vienna Fifth District Vienna Goddess Fountain

Vienna Fifth District Vienna Goddess Fountain

This statue is the Vindobona statue of the Viennese goddess on the Siebenbrunen fountain in the Fifth District of Vienna. To commemorate the palace canal built in 1562 on the orders of King Ferdinand I, which supplied water to Hofburg in Vienna. Vindobona is the Latin name for Vienna during the Roman period. As part of the fountain, this statue not only beautifies the city landscape but also reflects Vienna's rich historical and cultural heritage.
Chinese Loong Sculpture in Tianhou Palace

Chinese Loong Sculpture in Tianhou Palace

Tianhou Temple is located in Shekou District, Shenzhen, Guangdong Province, China. It is a long-standing Taoist temple that enshrines the sea goddess Mazu. In the courtyard, there is a striking dragon sculpture. This dragon is presented in the image of a traditional Chinese Loong, beautifully carved and rich in details. The dragon's body winds and spirals, its scales are clearly visible, and its claws are strong and powerful, showcasing the majesty and mystery of the dragon. The dragon's head lifted high, its eyes shining brightly, as if guarding this temple and the people who came to worship. Not only is it a display of art, but it also contains profound cultural significance. In traditional Chinese culture, the dragon is a symbol of auspiciousness, representing strength, wisdom, and good luck.
Mercury Bronze Statue - Depuras Archaeological Museum

Mercury Bronze Statue - Depuras Archaeological Museum

The bronze statue of Mercury is a messenger of the gods in Roman mythology, as well as a god of livestock, thieves, commerce, transportation, tourism, and sports. It is one of the twelve main gods of Rome. Corresponding to Hermes in Greek mythology. He was Jupiter's most loyal messenger, delivering messages to Jupiter and completing various tasks entrusted to him by Jupiter. He is agile, energetic, and versatile. Usually a middle-aged man wearing a hat with wings, flying shoes, holding a wand, and walking like flying. It is currently housed in the De Plath Archaeological Museum.
Chinese Kirin Statue

Chinese Kirin Statue

The Qilin is a auspicious beast in ancient Chinese mythology, symbolizing auspiciousness, peace, and prosperity. In traditional culture, it occupies a pivotal position and is known as one of the "Four Spirits" along with the dragon, phoenix, and turtle. There are various forms of imagery, some described as sheep heads, wolf hooves, and domes, with colorful bodies, while others are described as bodies resembling musk deer, tails resembling dragon tails, covered in dragon scales and horns. As a traditional Chinese handicraft, it showcases the charm of Chinese traditional culture, with exquisite carving skills and unique design. It has rich cultural connotations, occupies an important position in folk beliefs and artistic creation, carries the wisdom and craftsmanship of the Chinese nation, and has become a treasure of traditional Chinese culture
Hermes and Dionysus

Hermes and Dionysus

The sculpture "Hermes and Dionysus" at the Danube Art Museum was created by the French artist Arman Pierre Fernandes Arman (1928-2005). The creation of the museum was initiated by Vincent Polakovic, who received financial support from Dutch art collector and entrepreneur Gerard Murenstein. Arman is a renowned French artist known for his "accumulated art", often exploring the combination of form, color, and material in his works.
Hercules

Hercules

This statue is a statue of the Greek hero Hercules, located in the courtyard of Feldsburg. Hercules is a hero in Greek mythology, known for his extraordinary strength and heroic twelve acts of labor. After completing these arduous tasks, he was bestowed with the honor of God. Hercules in the statue is depicted wearing the skin of a Nemean lion and holding a club. The skin of the Nemean lion is the first of his twelve tasks, and the stick is his signature weapon. The image of Hercules is often used in art and culture to symbolize strength, courage, and indomitable spirit.
The statue of Hera in the garden of Lednica Castle

The statue of Hera in the garden of Lednica Castle

The statue of Hera located in the garden of Lednica Castle. In Greek mythology, Hera is Zeus' wife and sister, belonging to one of the twelve Olympian gods. Hera in the statue holds a scepter, and in Greek mythology, Hera is the goddess of marriage and family, as well as the protector of women. She is known for her jealousy and revenge for Zeus' infidelity, and is also the queen of gods and humans. In art works, Hera is often depicted as a majestic figure wearing a veil and holding a scepter, symbolizing her authority as a goddess. The gardens of Ledernich Castle are a historic place known for their romantic and picturesque landscapes.