Schist Collection

Moon light over Sedona, Arizona
During a near fullmoon, the landscape of Sedona Arizona glows under the stars of night. A long exposure created the ethereal mood, a view which cant be seen with the naked eye

Schist statue of Ramses IV, circa 1165 B. C
Egyptian civilization, New Kingdom, Dynasty XX. Schist statue of Ramses IV, circa 1165 b.C

The death of the Buddha,100-300, ancient Gandhara, possibly Loriyan Tangai, Pakistan, Schist, Victoria & Albert museum
930374 The death of the Buddha,100-300, ancient Gandhara, possibly Loriyan Tangai, Pakistan, Schist, Victoria & Albert museum, London, England; Victoria & Albert Museum, London

The birth of the Buddha, 100-200AD, schist, from ancient Gandhara, Pakistan, Victoria & Albert museum, London, England
930373 The birth of the Buddha, 100-200AD, schist, from ancient Gandhara, Pakistan, Victoria & Albert museum, London, England; Victoria & Albert Museum, London, UK; Photo © Stefano Baldini.

Horus the Child, Probably Late Period (724-333 BCE). Creator: Unknown
Horus the Child, Probably Late Period (724-333 BCE)

Architectural Bracket in the Form of a Celestial Cymbalist (image 1 of 4), c.1100. Creator: Unknown
Architectural Bracket in the Form of a Celestial Cymbalist (image 1 of 4), c.1100

Shiva's Family on Mount Kailasa, 14th-15th century. Creator: Unknown
Shiva's Family on Mount Kailasa, 14th-15th century

Durga Slaying the Buffalo Demon, 13th century. Creator: Unknown
Durga Slaying the Buffalo Demon, 13th century

Durga Slaying the Buffalo Demon, 7th century. Creator: Unknown
Durga Slaying the Buffalo Demon, 7th century

Isis Suckling Horus, Egypt, Third Intermediate Period circa 24th Dynasty. Creator: Unknown
Isis Suckling Horus, Egypt, Third Intermediate Period circa 24th Dynasty

Bust of a Woman, Egypt, 12th Dynasty (1991-1786 BCE). Creator: Unknown
Bust of a Woman, Egypt, 12th Dynasty (1991 - 1786 BCE)

The God Vishnu, 7th century. Creator: Unknown
The God Vishnu, 7th century

Shivalinga, early 10th century. Creator: Unknown
Shivalinga, early 10th century

The Buddhist Deity Wisdom Mahakala (Jñana Mahakala), c.9th century. Creator: Unknown
The Buddhist Deity Wisdom Mahakala (Jnana Mahakala), c.9th century

Kubera, the God of Riches, c.1050. Creator: Unknown
Kubera, the God of Riches, c.1050

The Hindu God Vishnu in his Emanation as Narayana (image 1 of 12), c.1000. Creator: Unknown
The Hindu God Vishnu in his Emanation as Narayana (image 1 of 12), c.1000

The Hindu God Vishnu in his Emanation as Narayana (image 11 of 12), c.1000. Creator: Unknown
The Hindu God Vishnu in his Emanation as Narayana (image 11 of 12), c.1000

Vishnu's Personified Wheel, between c.600 and c.650. Creator: Unknown
Vishnu's Personified Wheel, between c.600 and c.650

A Tantric Goddess, between c.500 and c.550. Creator: Unknown
A Tantric Goddess, between c.500 and c.550

Surya, The Sun God, between c.1100 and c.1150. Creator: Unknown
Surya, The Sun God, between c.1100 and c.1150

Cosmic Form of the Hindu God Shiva (Sadashiva), between c.1050 and c.1150. Creator: Unknown
Cosmic Form of the Hindu God Shiva (Sadashiva), between c.1050 and c.1150

The Hindu God Vishnu, between 875 and 900. Creator: Unknown
The Hindu God Vishnu, between 875 and 900

The Hindu God Vishnu, between 875 and 900. Creator: Unknown
The Hindu God Vishnu, between 875 and 900

The Hindu God Vishnu, between 875 and 900. Creator: Unknown
The Hindu God Vishnu, between 875 and 900

Buddha Shakyamuni, between 400 and 600. Creator: Unknown
Buddha Shakyamuni, between 400 and 600

A Buddha Flanked by Figures Standing on a Mythical Creature (image 6 of 6), 8th-9th century. Creator: Unknown
A Buddha Flanked by Figures Standing on a Mythical Creature (image 6 of 6), 8th-9th century

A Buddha Flanked by Figures Standing on a Mythical Creature (image 5 of 6), 8th-9th century. Creator: Unknown
A Buddha Flanked by Figures Standing on a Mythical Creature (image 5 of 6), 8th-9th century

The Distribution of the Buddha's Relics, 2nd-3rd century. Creator: Unknown
The Distribution of the Buddha's Relics, 2nd-3rd century

The Bodhisattva Maitreya, 11th century. Creator: Unknown
The Bodhisattva Maitreya, 11th century

The Bodhisattva Maitreya, 11th century. Creator: Unknown
The Bodhisattva Maitreya, 11th century

The Androgynous Form of Shiva and Parvati (Ardhanarishvara), 11th century. Creator: Unknown
The Androgynous Form of Shiva and Parvati (Ardhanarishvara), 11th century

The Androgynous Form of Shiva and Parvati (Ardhanarishvara), 11th century. Creator: Unknown
The Androgynous Form of Shiva and Parvati (Ardhanarishvara), 11th century

The Hindu Gods Vishnu, Shiva, and Brahma - detail, 10th century. Creator: Unknown
The Hindu Gods Vishnu, Shiva, and Brahma - detail, 10th century

The Hindu Gods Vishnu, Shiva, and Brahma, 10th century. Creator: Unknown
The Hindu Gods Vishnu, Shiva, and Brahma, 10th century

Bracket with a Cherub Holding a Fly Whisk, turn of the 1/2nd century. Creator: Unknown
Bracket with a Cherub Holding a Fly Whisk, turn of the 1/2nd century

Results of the Great Blasting Operation at Holyhead, North Wales, 1856. Creator: Unknown
Results of the Great Blasting Operation at Holyhead, North Wales, 1856. Building a new harbour and breakwater....in the lower quarries of the mountain a most stupendous

Amazing Sedona Night Sky by Moonlight
During a near fullmoon, the landscape of Sedona Arizona glows under the stars of night. A long exposure created the ethereal mood, a view which can u2019t be seen with the naked eye

New York City, Manhattan, Pine Bank Bridge
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New York City, Manhattan, Gapstow Bridge
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Crenulation cleavage developed in Pre-Cambrian age chlorite schist, a metamorphic rock Llyn, Wales, UK, May

Traditional schist houses, Ermelo. Alvao Nature Park, Tras os Montes. Portugal

Piodao, a traditional village in the heart of Portugal. All the houses in the village are built with schist

Piodao, old traditional village, all built in schist, in the heart of Portugal

Dry stone walls made of schist at Alcanices. Zamora, Spain

Mica schist is a rock resulting from the metamorphism of shale. Specimen originates from Grantown-on-Spey, Murrayshire

Cosmic Form of Shiva (Sadashiva), Pala period, c. 11th century. Creator: Unknown
Cosmic Form of Shiva (Sadashiva), Pala period, c. 11th century

God Vishnu with Goddesses Lakshmi and Sarasvati, Pala period, 10th / 12th century. Creator: Unknown
God Vishnu with Goddesses Lakshmi and Sarasvati, Pala period, 10th/12th century

Goddess of Abundance Enthroned on Lion and Lustrated by Elephants, 7th / 8th century. Creator: Unknown
Goddess of Abundance Enthroned on Lion and Lustrated by Elephants, 7th/8th century

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Schist, a metamorphic rock found in various parts of the world, holds a rich history and diverse cultural significance. In Sedona, Arizona, under the enchanting moonlight, Schist statues like that of Ramses IV from 1165 B. C. Stand as testaments to ancient civilizations' artistry and craftsmanship. The captivating Sedona night sky illuminated by moonlight adds an ethereal touch to this already mesmerizing landscape. Pre-Cambrian age chlorite schist reveals its unique beauty through crenulation cleavage developed over time. Llyn showcases this metamorphic rock's stunning features with pride. Portugal boasts traditional schist houses in Alvao Nature Park and Ermelo village within Tras os Montes region. Piodao stands out as an old traditional village where every house is built using schist stones, showcasing Portugal's architectural heritage. Beyond Portugal's borders lies Zamora in Spain, where dry stone walls made add character to Alcanices. This durable material not only withstands the test of time but also enhances the visual appeal of these structures. Mica schist presents itself as another variant worth mentioning due to its shimmering appearance caused by mica minerals embedded within it. Intriguingly enough, even ancient sculptures find their form in schist rocks such as the cosmic form of Shiva (Sadashiva) from the Pala period around the 11th century or depictions of God Vishnu accompanied by Goddesses Lakshmi and Sarasvati from the same era. These masterpieces showcase how artists utilized this versatile rock for artistic expression throughout history. Lastly, a goddess enthroned on a lion lustrated by elephants exemplifies yet another creation carved into this remarkable stone during the 7th or 8th century—an embodiment of abundance and grace sculpted onto enduring schist surfaces by unknown artisans who left behind timeless marvels.