Gourd-shaped vessel with carved lacquer surface. China, Qing dynasty, 18th century [1660×2000]June 15, 2025
A relief of Ereshkigal, the Sumerian goddess of death and the underworld, which was created over 3,800 years ago in what’s believed to be present day southern Iraq. It is now on display at the British Museum in London. [800×1067]June 15, 2025
Spouted vessel (he) in the form of an elephant with masks (taotie), dragons, and snakes [and a smaller elephant standing on the elephant’s back]. China, late Shang dynasty, late Anyang period, ca. 1100 BC. Bronze. National Museum of Asian Art collection [6494×4879]June 15, 2025
Spouted vessel (he) in the form of an elephant with masks (taotie), dragons, and snakes [and a smaller elephant standing on the elephant’s back]. China, late Shang dynasty, late Anyang period, ca. 1100 BC. National Museum of Asian Art collection [6494×4879]June 15, 2025
Gold headdress, jewelry, and spear thrower. Colombia, Colima culture, 1st-7th century AD [1317×1888]June 15, 2025
Capital with Daniel in the lions’ den, Grande-Sauve Abbey or Sauve-Majeure Abbey in Gironde, France, early XIIth century [1548 x 1420]June 15, 2025
Simple and Parade armor of Philip IV when he was about 9. Part of a matching 6 suit set commissioned by Philip II for his 3 sons when they were 9, 7, and 5 respectively: Prince Philip, the future Philip IV; Ferdinand, the future Cardinal-Infante; and Don Carlos. circa 1614 [2240×1920]June 15, 2025
