Monolithic Collection (page 2)

the hill of Gavea - Vistas That Enchant The Eye Along The Winding Coast of Rio De Janeiro, c1935
The Avenida Niemeyer bends above a sea of opalescent loveliness, disclosing suddenly the sheer mass of the hill of Gavea - Vistas That Enchant The Eye Along The Winding Coast of Rio De Janeiro

Silent Custodians of the Secrets of an Old Polynesian Culture, c1935. From Our Wonderful World, Volume II, edited by J.A. Hammerton. [The Amalgamated Press, Ltd. London]

Rio de Janeiro, c1930s. Artist: WS Barclay
Rio de Janeiro. At the bend in the Avenida Niemeyer above the Atlantic the Hill of Gavea appears with its bare, sheer flanks, c1930s. From Geographical Magazine, Volume 5

Gavea Mountain and the South Atlantic, 1914. Pedra da Gavea is a monolithic mountain in Tijuca Forest, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. From The Beautiful Rio De Janeiro by Alured Gray Bell

Carved monolithic head from Monte Alto, Guatemala, Pre-Columbian, Pre-Classic period, 1500-100 BC

Fisheye View of the statue of Atlas in front of the Rockefeller Centre on Fifth Avenue, New York
New York, USA - 4 November 2013; Looking up - striking Art Deco sculpture of the Greek Mythological Titan, Atlas, holding up the world

Enigmatic smile of the reclining Buddha in the Manuha Temple, Bagan Myanmar
Bagan, Myanmar - 28 January 2013 Manuha Temple is an ancient Buddhist temple in the historic Bagan region of Mandalay. It was built in 1067 CE

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The famous Ko Tapu rock on Khao Phing Kan Island in Thailand

Engraving depicting the Moai, the monolithic human figures on Easter Island, 19th century
Engraving depicting the Moai on Easter Island

Moai at sunrise, Easter Island, Chile
The fifteen moais of Tongariki close-up in decreasing perspective against a colourful sunrise; Easter Island, Chile

Moai, Easter Island, Chile
A distant single moai is shown against the sunrise lit sky, which reflects in a pool of water in the foreground; Easter Island, Chile

Moais in Tahai Archaeological Complex at sunset, Rapa Nui National Park, Easter Island, Chile

Moais in Ahu Nau Nau by the Anakena Beach, elevated view, Rapa Nui National Park, Easter Island, Chile

Moais in Ahu Akivi at sunset, Rapa Nui National Park, Easter Island, Chile

Moais in Ahu Tongariki at sunrise, elevated view, Rapa Nui National Park, Easter Island, Chile

Moais in Ahu Nau Nau by the Anakena Beach at sunset, Rapa Nui National Park, Easter Island, Chile

Moais in Ahu Vai Uri, Tahai Archaeological Complex, Rapa Nui National Park, Easter Island, Chile

Moais in Ahu Tongariki, Rapa Nui National Park, Easter Island, Chile

Moais in Ahu Tongariki at sunrise, Rapa Nui National Park, Easter Island, Chile

Moai at the quarry on the slope of the Rano Raraku Volcano, Rapa Nui National Park, Easter Island, Chile

Moais in Ahu Nau Nau by the Anakena Beach, Rapa Nui National Park, Easter Island, Chile

Moais in Ahu Vai Uri at sunset, Tahai Archaeological Complex, Rapa Nui National Park, Easter Island, Chile

Chile, Rapa Nui, Easter Island, Moai statue Ahu Ko Te riku, the only topknotted & eyeballed Moai Chile, Rapa Nui, Easter Island, Moai statue Ahu Ko Te riku

USA, Utah, Capitol Reef National Park. Cathedral Valley sunrise at the Temple of the Sun and smaller Temple of the Moon

USA, Utah, Arches National Park, pinnacles and spires of the Windows Section

Hoa Hakananai a. Easter Island
Hoa Hakananai a. Human figure (moai). Basalt. 1000-1200. Easter Island. British Museum. London. United Kingdom

Lalibela. St. George Church
Lalibela. Saint George Church. 13th century. Coptic pilgrims

Mycenae. North Gate
Mycenaen Art. Greece. North Gate built around 1250 BC with four blocks of monolithic conglomerate. Mycenae. Argolide. Peloponnese

London at Night - Cleopatras Needle and Victoria Embankment. The red granite obelisk was brought to London from Egypt in 1878 - its base is flanked by two bronze statues of the sphinx. Date: 1932

Rock of Gibraltar. Engraving by Rico, 1882. Coloured
Rock of Gibraltar. Engraving by Rico, 1882. Colored

India, Himachal Pradesh, Kangra District, Dharamsala, Detail of Indo Aryan-style rock-cut Masroor Temples

The rock-hewn churches of Lalibela, Ethiopia

Illustration of Moai on Easter Island

Limestone monolithic island of Halong Bay, UNESCO world heritage, Vietnam

Monolithic limestone islands of Halong Bay, Vietnam

Stone Henge, 1829 (etching & engraving)
XYC286274 Stone Henge, 1829 (etching & engraving) by Turner, Joseph Mallord William (1775-1851) (after); 25.2x31 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection

Stele in forecourt of Central Plaza (stone)
XBP231829 Stele in forecourt of Central Plaza (stone) by Mayan (7th century); Copan, Honduras, Central America; Photo eBoltin Picture Library; out of copyright

Islanders & Monuments of Easter Island, 1786 (w / c & ink on paper) (see also BAL 72648)
XIR214047 Islanders & Monuments of Easter Island, 1786 (w/c & ink on paper) (see also BAL 72648) by Duche de Vancy, Gaspard (d.1788); Service Historique de la Marine, Vincennes

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"Unveiling the Enigmatic Monoliths of Easter Island: A Journey into Chile's Ancient Past" Embark on a captivating journey to the remote and mystical Easter Island, nestled in the Pacific Ocean off the coast of Chile. This enchanting island is home to an extraordinary collection wonders that have puzzled historians and archaeologists for centuries. At Rapa Nui National Park, witness the awe-inspiring Giant monolithic stone Maoi statues at Rano Raraku. These colossal figures, carved from volcanic rock with meticulous craftsmanship, stand as silent guardians of a forgotten civilization. As the sun sets over Tahai Archaeological Complex, marvel at Moais casting long shadows against a vibrant sky - a breathtaking sight that transports you back in time. As dawn breaks over Ahu Tongariki, be prepared to be spellbound by its grandeur. The monolithic statues rise majestically against a backdrop of golden hues, creating an ethereal atmosphere that leaves visitors in awe-struck silence. And just when you think you've seen it all, Anakena beach reveals another treasure - towering monolithic giant stone Moai statues of Ahu Nau Nau rising proudly from pristine sands. But our exploration doesn't end here; let us take you beyond Chile's borders to Ethiopia's ancient wonders. In Lalibela stands The Church of St. George (Bete Giyorgis), an astonishing example of East Africa's monolithic architecture dating back to the 12th century. Its intricate carvings and remarkable preservation continue to captivate visitors from around the world. Travel further into Ethiopia's history as we arrive in Axum where monumental Monolithic Steles await your discovery. Dating back to the 1st century AD, these towering structures serve as enduring testaments to Axumite civilization's architectural prowess and cultural significance.