The Art and Science Behind Recreating Our Prehistoric Past For over 20 years, renowned paleoartist Elisabeth Daynés has been revolutionizing the way we perceive our ancient ancestors. Originally aspiring to design theater masks, Daynés found her true calling in the meticulous reconstruction of early human species, bringing them to life with astonishing realism. Using … [Read more...] about Paleoartist Creates Realistic Models of Human Ancestors: A Fascinating Journey into the Past
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This is What Hieroglyphs and Figures in Ancient Egyptian Temples Looked Like Before Their Colors Faded
When you picture the ancient temples of Egypt, what colors come to mind? If you’re like most people, you likely envision sandy beige stone reliefs worn from centuries of exposure to the elements. However, new technology is now allowing us to revisit these archaeological wonders in a whole new light – literally. It may come as a surprise, but those same monochromatic temple … [Read more...] about This is What Hieroglyphs and Figures in Ancient Egyptian Temples Looked Like Before Their Colors Faded
This Ancient 20-Sided Crystal Dice is About 2,000 Years Old
Archaeology is a fascinating subject that allows us to discover and learn about the history of our ancestors. Every once in a while, an archaeological discovery is made that is truly remarkable, and one such discovery is the 20-sided crystal dice that dates back to the Roman empire period. This dice, now housed in the Musée du Louvre, is made of rock crystal and is only … [Read more...] about This Ancient 20-Sided Crystal Dice is About 2,000 Years Old