Medieval History
- 'capitoline Wolf' Could Be 1,700 Years Younger
A study has shown that the ?Capitoline Wolf,? a bronze statue representing Ancient Rome's most famous symbol, was probably sculpted during the Middle Ages, some 17 centuries later than what has long been thought, media reports said Saturday. Researchers...
- India's $22b Treasure Trove Has Great 'archeological Significance': Expert
While one of India's richest temples is garnering worldwide attention for its estimated $22-billion treasure trove, a Canadian researcher says archeologists, scholars, economists and even jewellers are eager to flock to the site to study its historical...
- Medieval Coins Found In Shropshire
Medieval coins discovered in Baschurch and in the Oswestry area have been declared as treasure trove by an inquest. At last week's Wem inquest, north and mid Shropshire Coroner, Mr John Ellery, declared the finds as treasure trove and they could now...
- Reused, Rebound, Recovered: Medieval Manuscript Fragments In Law Book Bindings: Exhibit At Yale University
Nearly 150 early printed books in the Yale Law Library have bindings that incorporate visible pieces of medieval manuscript. A number of these books are featured in the latest exhibit from the Law Library's Rare Book Collection, "Reused, Rebound,...
- Fabyowlis
That, you see, is how "fabulous" is spelled when you're Miss I writing about your week-end. And indeed the adventures these chickitas managed to have bespeaks some serious fabyowlosity. How long, do you think, before Miss E joins a punk band? ...
Medieval History
Loving Devotion: Visions of Vishnu
This was my favorite work in the exhibit. This picture doesn't show how intricate and delicate the carving is! I haven't seen anything quite like it.
One of my five-year-old twins has a keen interest in all things from India. She has a collection of books, Bollywood movies and saris. In fact, yesterday was picture day for kindergarten - she wore her sari. Her words when she entered Loving Devotion: Visions of Vishnu at the BYU Museum of Art: "This is exactly my style!"
From what I could glean as I quickly read the plaques, most of the artwork was from the tenth and eleventh centuries, from India and Pakistan. It was a fabulous treasure trove of an exhibit, and displayed work we rarely get to see in the American west. If you are in the area, don't miss it!
No, she is not actually touching the statue!
Don't think I've ever posted a picture of myself on this blog. That's me and my twins!
I was especially pleased with the children's part of the exhibit.
- 'capitoline Wolf' Could Be 1,700 Years Younger
A study has shown that the ?Capitoline Wolf,? a bronze statue representing Ancient Rome's most famous symbol, was probably sculpted during the Middle Ages, some 17 centuries later than what has long been thought, media reports said Saturday. Researchers...
- India's $22b Treasure Trove Has Great 'archeological Significance': Expert
While one of India's richest temples is garnering worldwide attention for its estimated $22-billion treasure trove, a Canadian researcher says archeologists, scholars, economists and even jewellers are eager to flock to the site to study its historical...
- Medieval Coins Found In Shropshire
Medieval coins discovered in Baschurch and in the Oswestry area have been declared as treasure trove by an inquest. At last week's Wem inquest, north and mid Shropshire Coroner, Mr John Ellery, declared the finds as treasure trove and they could now...
- Reused, Rebound, Recovered: Medieval Manuscript Fragments In Law Book Bindings: Exhibit At Yale University
Nearly 150 early printed books in the Yale Law Library have bindings that incorporate visible pieces of medieval manuscript. A number of these books are featured in the latest exhibit from the Law Library's Rare Book Collection, "Reused, Rebound,...
- Fabyowlis
That, you see, is how "fabulous" is spelled when you're Miss I writing about your week-end. And indeed the adventures these chickitas managed to have bespeaks some serious fabyowlosity. How long, do you think, before Miss E joins a punk band? ...