Carve Collection (page 13)

Gateway, Buddhist stupa, Sanchi, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Madhya Pradesh state, India, Asia

Jain temple roofs, Jaisalmer, Rajasthan state, India, Asia

Detail of stone carving of the Buddha, Ellora Caves, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Maharashtra state, India, Asia

Shiva, destroyer of the elephants, Kailasa, Ellora, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Maharashtra state, India, Asia

Interior detail, Amber Fort, one of the great Rajput forts, Amber, near Jaipur, Rajasthan state, India, Asia

Interior of a concrete structured home dating from the 1970s, the first of its type in India, by architect Bernard Cohen, Ahmedabad, Gujarat state, India, Asia

A modern front door decorated with a 400 year old piece of wood carving in 1970s concrete structured home, Ahmedabad, Gujarat state, India, Asia

Temple of the Sun, Konarak, Orissa state, India, Asia

Close-up of carved figures, Hoysaleshvara temple, Halebid, begun in 1121 AD, and uncompleted in 80 years, near Hassan, Karnataka State, India, Asia

Shrine guarded by Bodhisattva figures, dating from 7th century, in Cave 5, Ellora, UNESCO World Heritage Site, near Aurangabad, Maharashtra state, India, Asia

Phallic monument at House of Dionisos, archaeological site of Delos, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Cyclades islands, Greece, Mediterranean, Europe

Historical site, Filitosa, Corsica, France, Europe

Doorway of Bourges cathedral, Cher, France

12th century tympanum above entrance to Eglise St. Pierre (St. Peters church), Carennac village, east of Martel, Midi-Pyrenees, France, Europe

Medieval carving on a pillar within Eglise St. Maur (church of St. Maur), Martel, Midi-Pyrenees, France, Europe

Tympanum above west door of abbey church of Ste. Foy (on the pilgrimage route to Santiago de Compostela) of Christ and the Last Judgement, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Conques, Midi-Pyrenees, France

Sculptor working in wood, Axoum (Aksum) (Axum), Tigre region, Ethiopia, Africa

Famous carved wooden effigies of Waga (Wakka) chiefs and warriors, now becoming rare as many have been stolen by art collectors, Konso, southern area, Ethiopia, Africa

Stone carving, below Pump Room, Bath, Avon (Somerset), England, United Kingdom, Europe

Interior, temple at Esna, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Large carved seated statues of the pharaoh, Temple of Rameses II (Ramasses II) (Ramses the Great), Abu Simbel, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Nubia, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Relief on the birth-house, Temple of Hathor, Dendera, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Close-up showing the ankh, symbol of life, being offered to Sethos I, pharaoh of the 19th dynasty, New Kingdom, Temple of Sethos I, Abydos, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

South facade, reliefs of Ptolemy XVI, son of Julius Caesar, with his mother Cleopatra in presence of deities, Late Ptolemaic, Temple of Hathor, Dendera, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Traditional carvings, cultural museum, Rarotonga, Cook Islands, Polynesia, South Pacific islands, Pacific

Dragon (detail of a wooden ceiling), Forbidden City (Palace Museum), Beijing, China, Asia

Autumn colours and ornamental Chinese style decorative figures on a pavilion in Ritan Park, Beijing, China, Asia

Detail of totem pole, Queen Charlotte Islands, British Columbia (B. C. )
Detail of totem pole, Queen Charlotte Islands, British Columbia (B.C.), Canada, North America

Carving a totem, Queen Charlotte Island, British Columbia (B. C. ), Canada, North America
Carving a totem, Queen Charlotte Island, British Columbia (B.C.), Canada, North America

Detail of reliefs, the Bayon, Angkor, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Siem Reap, Cambodia, Indochina, Southeast Asia, Asia

Pagoda guardian, Bupaya Pagoda, Bagan, Myanmar, Asia

Ancient wooden monastery of Nat Taung Kyaung (May-taung Taik) thought to be the oldest wooden monastery in the area, Bagan (Pagan), Myanmar (Burma), Asia

Cats Meat Man / Petherick
London characters: one day they will enjoy Whiskas and Felix, but for now Londons feline population must manage on meat freshly cut by the itinerant CATS MEAT MAN

Napoleon / Pitt / World / 1805
The Plumb-pudding in danger Napoleon and Pitt carve up the world at dinner

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"Carve: A Timeless Artistry Uniting Cultures and History" From the majestic Buddha statue in the cliffs of Bamiyan, Afghanistan, to the towering Tlingit Chief Johnson Totem Pole in Ketchikan, Alaska, carving has been an integral part of human expression across civilizations. These intricate masterpieces tell stories that transcend time and connect us to our past. The Colossi of Ramses II stand proudly floodlit at the Great Temple of Ramses II in Abu Simbel, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Carved with precision and grandeur, they serve as a testament to ancient Egyptian craftsmanship and Ahura Mazda's divine presence. In Nha Trang City, Vietnam, lies the awe-inspiring Reclining Buddha at Long Son Pagoda. Its serene countenance invites contemplation while showcasing the skillful artistry behind its creation. Traveling further south to Honduras' Maya Site of Copan reveals a mesmerizing carving that transports us back to an era steeped in mystery and splendor. The intricate details etched into stone at Copan Ruins leave us marveling at Mayan ingenuity. Closer to home stands a magnificent Totem Pole in Pioneer Square, Seattle - a symbol of Native American heritage and storytelling. This monumental sculpture embodies cultural pride while honoring ancestral traditions. Persepolis whispers tales from ancient Persia through its intricately carved ruins. Each detail on these weathered stones speaks volumes about bygone empires that once thrived within its walls. Across oceans lies New Zealand's Maori culture; their statues adorned with Moko facial tattoos are strikingly beautiful expressions of identity and tradition. These carvings embody both strength and spirituality passed down through generations. Egyptian mythology comes alive within the Temple of Hathor as we encounter the god Bes - his mischievous grin immortalized through expert craftsmanship. This depiction reminds us how art can bring deities to life, bridging the gap between mortals and gods.