The children of the Vicomte d'Andrezel, French Ambassador to the High Gate, are introduced to the Grand Vizier Ibrahim Pasha, October 10, 1724. Jean Baptiste Vanmour. This painting is dated with "c.1724".
Emperor Marcus Aurelius (161-180 AD) and members of the Imperial family offer sacrifice in gratitude for success against Germanic tribes. In the backgrounds stands the Temple of Jupiter on the Capitolium (this is the only extant portrayal of this roman temple). Bas-relief from the Arch of Marcus...
Ptahemwia is shown with a Nubian wig, encircled with a narrow band, upon which an unguent cone is laid. A usekh collar is at Ptahemwia's neck. A large and semi-transparent gown is worn, with short sleeves and large and long skirt. The right leg of Ptahemwia is forward. Sandals are at his feet...
Assyrian relief on the Black Obelisk of Shalmaneser III (ruled 859-824 BC), showing conquered peoples bringing an elephant and two monkeys for the royal zoo.