Athena Mirror Box (330–270 BCE)
Cast 330–270 BCE, this Greek bronze mirror with gilding bears a riveted Athena relief on its lid.
Europe
European antiquities represent the long and varied cultural history of the continent. These objects reflect artistic traditions, technological developments, and social practices that shaped everyday life and cultural expression across different periods.
Enthroned Mother of God (950-1025 CE)
Carved 950–1025 CE, this Byzantine ivory panel from Constantinople seats the mother of god and Christ with angels above.
Nautilus Cup (1607 CE)
Crafted in 1607, this Dutch silver-gilt and nautilus shell cup by van der Burch features a sea monster head.
Saint Andrew (1515–1520 CE)
Carved around 1515–1520, this oak figure from the Netherlands poses Saint Andrew with an X-shaped cross, lightly painted.
Scyphate (1059-1067 CE)
Struck 1059–1067 CE, this concave gold scyphate coin from Byzantium shows Christ enthroned and Emperor Constantine X crowned.
Vesperbild or Pieta (1515-1520 CE)
Sculpted between 1515 and 1520, this lindenwood vesperbild from Germany shows Mary cradling Christ, finished with polychrome and gilding.
Jesse (c.1500 CE)
Carved around 1500, this limewood figure by Veit Stoss from Germany shows Jesse asleep, painted with polychromy.
Archaic Figurine (500s BCE)
Molded in the 6th century BCE, this archaic terracotta figure from Greece seats a human with one hand on the knee and the other holding a small animal.
Corinthian Helmet (625–550 BCE)
Forged between 625 and 550 BCE, this corinthian bronze helmet from ancient Greece shields a hoplite’s head with eye slits and a neck guard.
The National Costume of Sweden (1778 CE)
Designed in 1778 under Gustav III, this uncut brown velvet national costume from France features sequin and metal foil embroidery, worn by the king to mark Swedish identity.
The Parade Armour of King Erik XIV of Sweden (1562 CE)
This parade armour is an extraordinary example of Renaissance craftsmanship, designed to symbolize Erik XIV’s power and legitimacy, adorned with mythological motifs and national symbols.
Jousting Helmet (Ca 1610 CE)
A steel jousting helmet from around 1610, designed for tournaments with a rounded skull, visor, bevor, and collar, featuring decorative engravings and a locking mechanism.