6th Century Ad Collection

Madaba Mosaic Map, 6th century AD, detail showing Jerusalem, Madaba, Jordan, Middle East " The mosaic represents the biblical land from Egypt to Lebanon including Sinai, Israel

Kuelap, precolombian ruin of citadel city, Chachapoyas, Peru, South America

Asia, India, Mumbai. Mahesamurti of Elephanta Island Caves, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Asia, India, Mumbai. Mahesamurti of Elephant Island Caves, a UNESCO World Heritage Site

Fortress Kuelap, Chachapoyas culture, Peru, South America

Germanic warriors, engraving
Germany, 6th century A.D. Germanic warriors. Engraving

Mexico, State of Veracruz, Pre-Hispanic City of El Tajin, Pyramid of Niches
Mexico - State of Veracruz - Pre-Hispanic City of El Tajin (UNESCO World Heritage List, 1992) - The Pyramid of the Niches, 6th century

Funerary stele with Greek inscription, cross with Alpha and Omega symbols
Egyptian civilization, Coptic Period, 3rd century. Funerary stele with Greek inscription, cross with Alpha and Omega symbols

Egypt, Bawit, monastery of Saint Apollo, painted niche, detail with Virgin surrounded by apostles
Egyptian civilization, Coptic Period, 6th century. Painted niche from the monastery of Saint Apollo at Bawit. Detail: the Virgin surrounded by apostles

Tunisia, Kelibia, Baptismal font decorated with a mosaic work, dedicated to Saint Cyprian, bishop of Carthagines, (circa 210-258 A.D.) 6th Century A.D

Anthropomorphic clay funerary urn depicting the Old God, Monte Alban style, Mexico, Zapotec civilization
Zapotec civilization, Mexico, 6th century A.D. Anthropomorphic clay funerary urn depicting the Old God, Monte Alban style

Part of limestone frieze of Venus Anadyomene
Egyptian civilization, Coptic Period, 6th-7th century A.D. Part of limestone frieze of Venus Anadyomene, 29x71 cm

Saint Vittorio, painted wood icon from Antinopolis (Sheikh- Ibada)
Egyptian civilization, Coptic Period, 6th-7th century. Saint Vittorio, painted wood icon. From Antinopolis (Sheikh- Ibada)

Egypt, Saqqara, Monastery of Saint Jeremy, Christ in Glory, fresco on stucco
Egyptian civilization, Coptic Period, 6th century. Painting from the Monastery of Saint Jeremy at Saqqara. Fresco on stucco. Detail: Christ in Glory

Christ holding a Bible, ivory
Egyptian civilization, Coptic Period, 6th century. Christ holding a Bible, ivory

Amphora stopper with a dog and a goose inspired by the Aesops fables from Antinopolis (Sheikh- Ibada)
Egyptian civilization, Coptic Period, 4th-6th century. Amphora stopper with a dog and a goose inspired by the Aesops fables. From Antinopolis (Sheikh- Ibada)

Figure of a woman, painted wood fragment
Egyptian civilization, Coptic Period, 6th-7th century. Figure of a woman. Painted wood fragment

Wool tapestry from Egypt, Antinoe
Egyptian civilization, Coptic Period, 6th century A.D. Wool tapestry from Antinoe, 110x140 cm

Achaemenid civilization, Gold earring with relief depicting god Ahura-Mazda, 6-4th century b. c
Achaemenid civilization, 6th-4th century b.C. Gold earring with relief depicting god Ahura-Mazda

Achaemenid civilization, rigid gold bracelet with heads of winged lions, from Syria, 6th -4th century b. c
Achaemenid civilization, 6th-4th century b.C. Rigid gold bracelet with heads of winged lions, from Syria

Mexico, Veracruz State, El Tajin archaeological site, Pyramid of Niches, Totonac civilization
Mexico - Veracruz State - El Tajin archaeological site (UNESCO World Heritage List, 1992), Pyramid of the Niches. Totonac civilization. 6th century A.D

Limestone female head, Egyptian civilization, Coptic Period
Egyptian civilization, Coptic Period. Limestone female head, 6th-7th century A.D

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Roman stone relief representing Summer

Apostles church, 6th century AD mosaic, Madaba, Jordan, Middle East

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"Exploring the Richness of the 6th Century AD: From Ancient Mosaics to Pre-Columbian Ruins" The Madaba Mosaic Map, a fascinating artifact from the 6th century AD, offers a detailed glimpse into Jerusalem's past. Located in Madaba, Jordan, this mosaic map is a true testament to ancient cartography. Journeying across continents, we find ourselves in Kuelap, Peru – home to the captivating pre-Columbian ruin of a citadel city built by the Chachapoyas culture. Its towering walls and intricate architecture transport us back in time. In Mumbai, India lies Elephanta Island Caves – an UNESCO World Heritage Site housing Mahesamurti, an awe-inspiring sculpture from the 6th century AD. This masterpiece showcases India's rich artistic heritage. Another remarkable site within Peru is Fortress Kuelap; its imposing structure stands as evidence of Chachapoyas' advanced civilization and their mastery over architectural design. Ravenna's Basilica of St Vitale in Italy presents us with yet another treasure from this era - a stunning mosaic on its left wall depicting Moses grazing Jethro's flocks; it serves as a reminder of early Christian artistry. Germanic warriors come alive through engravings that depict their strength and valor during this period - showcasing their significant influence on European history. Moving towards Mexico's Veracruz state brings us to El Tajin – an impressive pre-Hispanic city featuring structures like the Pyramid of Niches which provide insight into Mesoamerican civilizations flourishing during this time. A funerary stele adorned with Greek inscriptions and symbols such as Alpha and Omega reminds us of the cultural exchange between different regions during the 6th century AD – highlighting connections beyond borders.