October 3, 2025Byzantine mosaic of a man feeding a donkey. 5th or 6th Century CE. Housed in the Istanbul Archaeological Museum in Turkey.[1262×1011]
October 3, 2025Archaeologists unearthing a remarkable 2,700-year-old Assyrian lamassu at ancient Dur-Sharrukin, in what is now modern-day Iraq. [1080×1440]
October 3, 2025Lip plugs made of tumbaga, with zoomorphic designs. Meant to be inserted in the lower lip and held in place with a “key”. Colombia, Tairona culture, 1000-1600 AD [1730×1500]
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Gave me Lord of the Rings vibes at the first glimpse
It looks like a suburban neighborhood development for Hobbits!