5,000-Year-Old Rock Art May Show One Of Ancient Egypt’s First Rulers The artwork probably predates Narmer, Egypt's first Pharaoh.

More information: Silvia Amicone et al, Eye makeup in Northwestern Iran at the time of the Assyrian Empire: a new kohl recipe based on manganese and graphite from Kani Koter (Iron Age III ...

Despite the intricate work required, textiles have never really been considered in the realm of traditional art – but these young Asian artists are hoping to change that perspective.

Home Culture & Life Art the week recommends Ancient India: living traditions – 'ethereal and sensual' exhibition Hinduism, Jainism and Buddhism are explored in show that remains 'remarkably compact' ...

Casamari Abbey in Italy is a gem of Cistercian-Gothic art, whose stones have been imbued with the prayers of monks over the centuries. Here, the monks have dedicated their lives to the vows of ...

Ancient rock art in Western Australia is not being damaged by emissions from industrial sites, a study released on Friday found, just days out from a decision on whether to extend Woodside’s ...

The Chromebook Challenge encourages students with school-assigned Google Chromebooks to shove small items, like paperclips or graphite pencils, into the laptop's USB ports, which can result in ...

An unusual depiction of the ancient Egyptian sky goddess Nut may include a representation of the "Dark River" or "Great Rift"—the band along the Milky Way caused by dust clouds. This is the ...

An interest in understanding the role that the Milky Way played in Egyptian culture and religion has led University of Portsmouth Associate Professor of Astrophysics, Dr. Or Graur to uncover what ...

A statue that tests conclude was likely present at Sebasteion in the ancient city of Bubon, Turkey will depart the Cleveland Museum of Art collection and return to its home country after an ...

This 12th century Nepali sculpture, “Buddha Sheltered by the Serpent King Muchalinda,” regularly displayed at the Art Institute of Chicago since 1997, is heading back to its country of origin.