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The 5,000-year-old wine jars, some of which are sealed. Egyptian Queen Meret-Neith was no different. The wine jars were buried with the queen 5,000 years ago. The 5,000-year-old wine jars, some of which are sealed. (Photo:EC Köhler/University of Vienna) Her status was reflected in the opulence of her grave goods, including the wine jars. Some of the jars remain sealed. The elaborate tomb of Queen Meret-Neith. The elaborate tomb of Queen Meret-Neith....

In the past, we’ve seen the brand launchsakura blossom sneakersas well asembroidered footwear. Their newest release merges the classic high-top style with famous Japanese woodblock prints. The design wraps around the cream colored shoe, even decorating the heal and toe. Theother pair of sneakersfrom this collection captures the eerie printTakiyasha the Witch and the Skeleton Spectreby Kuniyoshi. on the left side of the left shoe), while the rest of the canvas is left black....

Now and Then was originally written by John Lennon sometime in the late 70s. There it was, Johns voice, crystal clear, McCartneysaid. It was important to me that the changes we made were authentic, Martin toldWorld Cafe. Photo: EMI viaWikimedia Commons(Public domain) Paul said, you know, we need to follow George’s rhythm. It was really interesting how he worked. In the lyrics, Lennon seems to reflect on his relationship with McCartney in his final years....

Human figures appear to merge with their surroundings in the paintings ofAustin Howlett. I believe that nature allows us to be vulnerable and encourages us to grow. Surrealism allows Howlett to explore the connection between people and environments with greater versatility. Artist Austin Howlett creates stunning surrealist paintings. He explores peoples’s connections to nature. Their convergence with nature evokes strong emotional ties between people and nature.

The ongoing excavation of the lamassu. However, their existence is constantly at riskespecially those not housed in museums. In the past, pairs of these figures would guard monumental gates and doors leading intoAssyrian palaces. The ongoing excavation of the lamassu. (Photo: Mustafa Faraj/Iraqi State Board of Antiquities and Heritage) The ancient Mesopotamian kings showed their power, both temporal and divine, by their massive building endeavors. However, many well-known examples of these statues are now in the hands ofWestern museums....

This post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. hey readour disclosurefor more info. This post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. Please readour disclosurefor more info. Trimming the tree is an important part of Christmas decor. These small tokens that hang on the branches offer an unconventional form of personal expression....

This post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. yo readour disclosurefor more info. This post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. Please readour disclosurefor more info. The rules lend themselves to a playful environment and even some light-hearted shenanigans. So, what is awhite elephant gift exchange? Also called aYankee Swap, there are a few basic rules....

The camel carvings with virtual white outlines for ease of viewing. (Photo: Maria Guagnin et al.) Imagine traveling through the desert of Saudi Arabia and encountering a tall reddish rock. The camel carvings with virtual white outlines for ease of viewing. (Photo: Maria Guagnin et al.) Inside a crevice are carvings of almost a dozen camels etched in life-size proportions. These reliefs have been known as an archaeological gem for some time....

The Finest Flower of the Mangroves by Soham Bhattacharyya, India. There are perhaps only 200 of these magnificent animals in the Sundarbans mangrove forest. These iconic and endangered Bengals are the only tigers adapted to live in a mangrove habitat. “The Finest “Flower” of the Mangroves” by Soham Bhattacharyya, India. Overall Winner and Winner,“‘The Finest “Flower” of the Mangroves’ captures a heart-warming image of a young Royal Bengal tigress through the mangrove bushes of a fragile natural wonder....

Sou Fujimoto designed the building as a way to advocate for diversity while still embracing the connection between humans. With its circular nature, it will unite everyone under one sky. Everyone around the world is looking up at the same sky. Photo: Sou Fujimoto+TOHATA ARCHITECTS&ENGINEERS+AZUSA SEKKEI The one sky connects all parts of the world, states the firm. It is what people all over the world share. The one sky thus represents unity in diversity....

However, there’s a way to dress up on a budget. Instagram cosplayer Anucha Saengchart, akaLonelyman, proves this in hishilarious transformations. Saengchart demonstrates the process of each of his cosplays in a series of four photos. For one of his most recent costume creations, Saengchart imitates the Internet Explorer logo. Many of his most-liked cosplays recreate characters from anime and films. He used even fewer props to become Batman. There, he wore a black turtleneck and placed a black cat on his head....

Photo: pekosman/123RF Many cat owners are used to their pets communicating through meows and purrs. But beyond these sounds, kitties seem to be aloof, at most blinking or occasionally nudging their ears. However, they are much more expressive than we thought. Photo: pekosman/123RF Constricted pupils and licking lips were also determined to be signs of confrontation. The researchers pointed out a particular interaction, where a pair of kitties quickly went from cheerful to aggressive....

Blind Tobit with the Return of Tobias and the Archangel Raphael (ca. (Photo:Koetser Gallery) Works byRembrandt van Rijnare rarely seen at auction. The precious Old Master’s works are worth many millions, coveted by private collectors and museums alike. “Blind Tobit with the Return of Tobias and the Archangel Raphael” (ca. 1628–29). (Photo:Koetser Gallery) Now, another masterpiece is up for sale. His name is nearly synonymous with art itself. The magnificent work now up for sale,Blind Tobit, passed from the master painter through other hands....