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Jan 1, 800
Hasanlu Gold Bowl, c. 800 B.C.
The discovery of a crushed golden bowl in the remains of the Iron Age citadel of Hasanlu was uncovered in 1958. This bowl is known as the Hasanlu Gold bowl, associated with the violent destruction of the site in 800 BC. Skeletons found nearby offers a view of this bowls’ history, that it was being stolen from the citadel by Urartian soldiers from a higher level room where weapons, armor and valuable metal works were stored. -
Jan 1, 800
Parthenon, c. 447 B.C.
The magnificent temple on the Acropolis of Athens, known as the Parthenon, was built between 447 and 432 BC. Dedicated to the city's patron deity, Athena. To show to the world the success of Athens as leader who defeated the Persians. The temple was used for more than a thousand years, it still majestically stands in the modern city of Athens. This structure is a testimony to the glory and strength of ancient Greece. -
Jan 1, 1000
The Loughnashade Trumpet c. 100 BC
Loughnashade trumpet, finest surviving horns of the Iron Age. It was discovered with 3 other horns and human skulls and bones. This is likely site of some importance to the nearby royal site. Made of sheets of bronze and detailed scroll work at the end it is covered with floral designs. Considered as a war horn the Greek historian, Diodurus Siculus wrote, ‘their trumpets again are of a peculiar barbarian kin, they blow into them and produce a harsh sound which suits the tumult of war’. -
Jan 1, 1000
The Phaistos Disc, c. 1000 B. C.
These fired clay works from the Minoan palace were crafted in the bronze age. Both sides show a spiral symbol and possibly lettering system. These likely stamped icons are not found elsewhere and in turn leaves these disks unknown in terms of communication and messaging. Discovered in 1908 with nearly 240 disks located and over 45 symbols impressed into clay. -
Jan 1, 1300
Golden Torc, c 300 B. C.
In 2009, an amateur treasure hunter stumbled upon an amazing discovery when he unearthed four gold necklace like items called, torcs in a field. These torcs are a discovery of significance to England. These items align the wealth, power and connections of people during the Iron Age (c. 300-100 BC). -
Jan 1, 1340
Bust of Queen Nefertiti, c. 1340 BCE
Unmatched detail and the jewel of the museum who displays her, Nefertiti was not only a Queen but depicted as an equal to the King. Shown in the most realistic manner. This was a studio bust by Thutmose master sculpture working in limestone with thin layer of plaster over top to achieve fine details. This new style and new beauty for the arts was modified and revolutionized. A new softness, relaxed look was the glory of the Akhenaten style which would live on well after his death. -
Jan 1, 1360
Tutankhamen Hunting, c. 1360 B.C.
Unique and fresh in the Egyptian arts was this painted chest found in the king's tomb. Nearly 20 inches long with surface design and stippled dots to show sand and drawings of desert plants we see back in time. There is also a rarely seen "animals-in-landscape" theme which resembles the Islamic miniature painting crafted nearly 2,000 years later. This lively and open background that is filled with landscape and forms of animals has only existed in Tut's tomb. -
Jan 1, 1460
Poseidon, c. 460 B. C.
Nearly 7 feet tall in the act of hurling his trident the pose of an athlete is shown with muscular torso with mastery of form. This intense expression of human like figure with god like or super human power. Tense face, strength and power are conveyed. This timeless sculpture is aligned with the greek notions of gods being immortal. The power of this God is shown with ideal physical symmetry of the time. -
Jan 1, 1460
Discus Thrower, c. 450 B.C.
Following the athletic work of the Poseidon sculpture the Discus Thrower emerges from bronze. Myrons most famous sculpture was created near 450 B. C. the task of making a solid, still sculpture convey movement and fluid movement was complex. This work of art has been copied and replicated many times. This twisted torso and range of detail in muscle and forms shows viewers a new (for the time) fluidity and balance. -
Jan 1, 1500
, c. 1500 B.C.
A small "statuette" of a male similar to the kouros was found in the Greek island of Crete. It has been datedduring the Bronze Age. It has a large size for a statuette and rich raw materials point that it was of value to those idolizing it. The main body (torso, legs, arms, and feet) are made from (elephant) ivory covered with gold foil. Its head differs in material used to craft, from gray-green serpentinite with rock-crystal eyes. -
Jan 1, 1503
Tomb of Hunting and Fishing, Tarquinia c. 520 B.C.
The tomb of Hunting and Fishing within Tarquinia is well preserved. The openness of land and water meeting a vast sky offers much room for the scene to be depicted. This freedom of images and forms offers even an rhythm and floating quality. The scene is similar to the Hunting scene in Tut's tomb. This artist brought this idea to life. -
Jan 1, 1520
Bilingual amphora, c. 520 BC
Pottery offers a large record of Ancient Greece. It has offered grand influence on our understanding of Greek society. We link the development of Greek art through its vases and pottery works as art forms. This artistic genius of Greece spawned pottery that unfolded in a new form. The images were considered archaic. Lacking balance but offering a new sense of understanding. This time period of vase work is regarded a vital phase in the timeline of Greek art. -
Jan 1, 1525
Siphnian Treasury Frieze, c. 525 B.C.
The Siphnian Treasury was a building at the Ancient Greek, Delphi, built to serve as an offering location for the city. It was one of a number of treasuries lining the "Sacred Way", the processional route through the Sanctuary of Apollo. It was one of the earlier surviving buildings of this type. It was often confused with the a similar but less elaborate building, as the remains of the two had become mixed up and earlier reconstructions used parts of both. This is part of the Frieze. -
Stonehenge, c. 3000 B. C.
Stonehenge is a prehistoric monument in England. The ring of standing stones are within earthworks in the middle of the most dense complex of Neolithic and Bronze Age monuments in England, including several hundred burial mounds. Archaeologists believe it was constructed from 3000 BC to 2000 BC. One of the most famous landmarks, Stonehenge is regarded as a British cultural icon. It is protected as an Ancient Monument. Stonehenge is owned by the Crown, the land owned by the National Trust. -
Great Pyramids of Giza, 2560 BCE
The pyramids of Giza are the only surviving structure from the seven wonders of the ancient world. The pyramid was considered a place of regeneration for the dead rulers. These three pyramids were built over three generations by the rulers Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure. The sides of all three of the Giza pyramids were astronomically oriented to the north-south and east-west within a small fraction of a degree. Each pyramid required nearly 10,000 workers, around 30 years to build. -
Kouros, c. 550 – 540 B.C.E
Large-scale marble kouros (male youth) and kore (female youth) sculptures are an icon of the Archaic Period within Athens, Greece. Male shown nude, with abstracted musculature while female was never nude. She was shown in layers of fabric, with jewelry and often a crown. Dozens of sculptures were found alongside other dedicatory artifacts for burial rituals. Originally intended as offerings to the goddess Athena these works of art embody the idealistic and proportions of body of these people. -
The Castlestrange Stone, c. 300 B.C.
This National Monument is located in the grounds of "Castlestrange House" in Ireland. It is a granite boulder decorated with flowing spirals in a style from the Iron Age between 300 BC and 100 AD. The religious or ceremonial purposes of these stone are lost in time. This mystery of purpose intrigues historians. Only three other stones of this type have been found in Ireland. The use of the stones is not known but it is assumed they served some religious or ritual purpose. -
King Mycerinus and his Queen, c.2500 B.C.
Nearly life-size statue of the pharaoh Mycerinus and the Queen. Smooth as silk, detailed surface of the dark stone captures the physical ideals of the time and a sense of eternity and immortality even today. The use of cubic styling and likely working inward from the blocks drawing on front and side views until the chiseling views meet. Heights nearly matched the artist shows amazing understanding to differentiate female from male. Powerfully designed, a vessel for the spirit. -
Narmer Palette, c. 3100 B. C.
The Narmer Palette is so valuable that it has never been permitted to leave the country. Found within the temple of Horus at the site of Hierakonpolis. Narmer palette, focuses on human actions. Decorated palettes were used in ceremonies, to grind makeup to be ritually applied to the image of the god. Palettes likely indicate an early incarnation of this process. The king is represented twice in human form, once on each side, with his sandal-bearer. Also shown as a powerful bull. -
Painted Ibex Beaker, c. 5500 B.C.
An early prehistoric painted pot is the Painted Ibex Beaker from Susa of western Iran. Showing an Ibex with long, sweeping horns that are emphasized in size. The mark making is very patterned and dominated with straight lines. The long necks of birds are stretched across this vase. This connection with nature, mammal and human are interconnected within this ancient work of art.
