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Ancient sumerian stone carving with cuneiform scripting

Stylized bas relief of vulture goddess Nekhbet on the walls in the Temple of Hathor at Dendera completed in the Ptolemaic era around 50 BC between Luxor and Abydos towns,Egypt

Pharaoh on old Egyptian Hieroglyphic carvings.

Persepolis, Iran - 30 Sep 2012: Persepolis ruins of the ancient Empire in Iran

Food pantry hieroglyphic, showing various jugs, jars, loafs of bread, animals and other food items on shelves at the Temple of Kom Ombo in Kom Ombo, Egypt.

Persepolis is an ancient archaeological site in Iran. It was the ceremonial capital of the Achaemenid Empire, known for its impressive buildings and stone reliefs. Persepolis is a UNESCO World Heritage site and a popular tourist attraction, offering a glimpse into the greatness of ancient Persian civilization.

Painted relief carvings on walls of the Mastaba (tomb) of Queen Khenut close to Djoser Step Pyramid in Saqqara, Cairo

Peru, Chan Chan is the largest pre-Columbian city in the Americas and the largest adobe city in the world. Built around AD 1300 and covering 36 sq km, it housed 60000 inhabitants. Tschudi complex

Ancient Babylonia and Assyria sculpture painting from Mesopotamia

$October 13, 2018. National Museum of Iran, Tehran, Iran. Relief from the Apadana Palace in Persepolis. \n\nThe Apadana or Audience Hall of Persepolis belongs to the oldest building phase of the palace complex, the grand design by Darius I the Great (r. 522-486). On this place, the great king received the tribute from all the nations in the Achaemenid Empire, and gave presents in return. One of the arguments to assume that this was the function of the Apadana, is the splendid relief on the eastern stairs, which consists of representations of all nations in the Achaemenid Empire. It was clearly important, because the same relief was repeated on the northern stairs when the main entrance was moved from the east to the north. When people came to pay tribute, they saw on the stairs representations of themselves. Perhaps, this festival was celebrated at the beginning of spring, when the Iranian nations celebrate Now Ruz, even today. Although this theory is attractive, and although the celebration of a gift exchange festival in the Apadana is very likely, there is no hard evidence for the date of its celebration. A relief that once was the center part of the northern stairs shows king Darius on his throne, crown prince Xerxes behind him, two incense burners, and an important official, probably Pharnaces. He salutes the king, and announces the arrival of the tribute carriers, who are also represented on the wall near the stairs.$

Ancient China Stone Reliefs Six Steeds of Zhao Mausoleum(Saluzi) in Tang Dynasty

One of the great wonders of the ancient world, Persepolis embodies not just a grand architectural scheme but also a grand idea. It was conceived by Darius the Great who, in 520 BC, inherited the responsibility for ruling the world's first known empire founded by his predecessor, Cyrus the Great. Embracing tenets such as cultural tolerance and fair treatment of all subjects, Darius sought to reflect these concepts in the design of the magnificent palace complex at Persepolis, inviting architects from the furthest corner of the Persian Empire to contribute to its construction. The result is an eclectic set of structures, including monumental staircases, exquisite reliefs and imposing gateways, that testified to the expanse of Darius' domain.

Perspolis, Iran- May 26, 2010: Iran is a somehow mysterious country in people' eye but a desirable travel destination for its long history. Persepolis, 60km north to Shiraz, was once the ceremonial capital of the great Persian empire of the Achaemenid kings. Persepolis is a mirror of the magnificent ancient history and culture of Iran. Here is beautiful relief (sculpture) in the remains of the anicent Imperial Palace in Perspolis.

Assyrian relief on the wall. Ancient stone carving from the history of the Middle East. Historical and culturical background on the theme of civilizations of Assyria, Mesopotamia, Babylon, interfluve, Sumerian.

Cuneiform on clay tablet, the earliest form of writing known.

A closeup of bas relief figures showing daily life in ancient Egypt inside Tomb of Kagemni, the largest mastaba in the Teti cemetery in Saqqara, Egypt

Relief on a wall of the ancient city Persepolis.

Persepolis ,the ceremonial capital of the Achaemenid Empire founded by Darius the Great (522-486 B.C ) Persian king of the Achaemenid dynasty. Relief of Apadana place, destroyed by Alexander.

Antalya, Turkey-April 25, 2013: A stele in the ancient city of Xanthos, the capital of Lycia, Close-up.

Detailed stone engravings depicting people and animals in motion. A glimpse into ancient artistry, showcasing intricate designs and storytelling, Persepolis, Iran.

Hittite Art. In the Museum of Anatolian Civilizations in Ankara I took this picture of an in limestone carved orthostat depicting a chariot with two figures of which one throws arrows and a small naked one with an arrow in his body on the floor,between the legs of the horse. He is obviously an enemy. What a beautifully preserved work of art.

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