Mosaic in the Basilica of San Vitale depicting one of the central examples of Byzantine art and architecture, completed in 547 A.D. It is the only major church from the period of Roman Emperor Justinians reign that survives intact. [3953 x 6324]September 12, 2025
The sand blasted façade of the Nabatean style family tomb of Sextius Florentinus, c. 130 CE. Petra, Jordan. A Roman governor of Arabia Petrea, he likely ruled for just three years before his death. The semi-circular tympanum depicts a woman with vines. Inside are eight graves…[1280×853] [OC]September 12, 2025
Swastika seal, 2700 BCE, found at Mohenjodaro, Indus valley civilization. On display at National Museum, New Delhi, India. Representing prosperity and good luck. [1800×1747]September 12, 2025
A Shatkona seal from Simraungadh, the capital of the ‘Karnats of Mithila’ Dynasty of Bihar, India which dates back to 14th century. Shatkona is the Hindu version of a six-pointed star (hexagram), representing the union of the divine masculine and feminine principles. [2048×1365]September 12, 2025
Satyr Appliqué from Georgia (South Caucasus) c.150-100 BCE: this appliqué was found on a vessel depicting several figures from Greek mythology, including Dionysus, Pan, Ariadne, the maenads, and the goddess Nike [451×500]September 12, 2025
Five ceramic figurines dating to around 400 B.C.found on the tallest pyramid at Archeological site of San Isidro in western El Salvador. [1284×737]September 11, 2025
A lalaw sword in a wood and silk scabbard. Atayal Tribe, Taiwan, 1800’s. [3000 x 1560] [OS]September 11, 2025
Dog Brooch of gold ,silver, garnets and diamonds C.1890. Workshop of Jeweler Frédéric Boucheron[1284×2106]September 11, 2025