Amazon Frieze Fragment (c.350 BCE)
This marble slab is a surviving section of the Amazon frieze from the Mausoleum at Halikarnassos, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
Tag Warfare
A look at the art and artifacts of warfare, from ancient weaponry and armor to depictions of battle scenes and military strategy.
Pinkerton, President Lincoln and McClernand (1862 CE)
The photograph originated during President Lincoln's inspection visit to the Union Army's encampment at Antietam, Maryland, following the Battle of Antietam (also known as the Battle of Sharpsburg) on September 17, 1862.
Vase with Trophy-Heads (c. 450–600 CE)
The imagery on the vase reflects a key aspect of Nasca religious and social life: the practice of headhunting, which was not random violence but a deeply symbolic act tied to fertility, death, and the renewal of life.
Corinthian Helmet 2 (500–475 BCE)
At first glance, the Corinthian helmet appears to be a classic example of Greek martial craftsmanship from the early 5th century BCE, yet its unusual weight and rich decoration invite closer scrutiny and raise intriguing questions about its true origin.
Armour For Man and Horse (c. 1575 CE)
Armour designed to protect both a knight and his warhorse, this steel masterpiece blends formidable defense with intricate decoration.
Warrior Figurine (600-900 CE)
Molded c. 600–900 CE, this Maya earthenware from Jaina Island bears Maya blue warrior attire.
Crossbow of Elector Augustus I of Saxony (1553-1573 CE)
Crafted c. 1553–1573, this Saxon crossbow with bone inlays and etched steel reflects Renaissance artistry.
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.
Closed Helmet With Etched Visor (1540-1545 CE)
A steel closed helmet from the 1540s, crafted in Augsburg, Germany, featuring a two-piece visor, etched floral patterns, and a three-plate collar.
Helmet With Beaked Visor (1530-1539 CE)
A steel close helmet from the 1530s, crafted in northern Germany, featuring a fluted skull, beaked visor with split design, and bevor, reflecting late medieval and early Renaissance armor design.
Maximilian Helmet (1510-1530 CE)
A steel maximilian helmet from around 1510, part of a Maximilian-style suit, featuring deep fluting and a bellows visor, reflecting German craftsmanship from the early 16th century.
King Gustav Vasas Helmet (1540 CE)
A steel helmet from 1540, crowned with a gilded medieval design, crafted for King Gustav Vasa, merging regal authority with masterful armor artistry.
Parade Shield of King Erik 14th of Sweden (1562 CE)
A steel parade shield from 1562, adorned with gilded high-relief scenes of mythology, crafted for King Erik XIV, blending martial strength with Renaissance artistry.
Ivan the 4th (Terribles) Helmet (1533 CE)
A peak-shaped steel helmet from 1533, adorned with gilded floral engravings, crafted in Moscow for the future Tsar Ivan the 4th, blending martial utility with regal splendor.