In the 2012 reconstruction of this 1947 adventure, six amateur Scandinavian sailors—five of whom are tall, slim and valiant—build a replica of an ancient ... enraged by the bird’s death ...

This tiny bird sculpture was created 40,000 years ago by early humans in Europe who carved the key animals in their lives.

The Tumaco-Tolita people, who lived in an area rich in natural gold, crafted intricate and delicate metal objects until the group disappeared 1,500 years ago.

Explore the ancient Manteno civilization of coastal Ecuador, discovered by historian Jacinto Jijon Y Caamano. Learn about their culture, how they thrived from 600 A.D. to the Inca Empire ...

Wendell Gilley of Southwest Harbor is a near-legend among admirers of carved birds. Over a period of 35 years, he has produced more than 6,000 carvings, some selling for several thousand dollars.

The UK is full of stunning travel spots, but for those looking to venture a little further, Italy is always a popular choice. From Rome’s historic landmarks to the canals of Venice and the ...

He has carved dozens of birds and has carved almost all the birds that live in our area. His carved birds start as small as Hummingbirds and progress thru Roadrunners, Cooper’s Hawks and now up ...

The trove includes many individual works of art, from the gilded portrait mask of a sixth- or seventh-century B.C. noblewoman to a bronze figure ... ancient temples and mysterious writings carved ...

Great bustards are among the largest flying animals in the world. They are widely distributed across much of Eurasia, although their populations are highly fragmented.

17.375" H x 5" W x 3.5" D 2" H x 5.5" W x 4.5" D ...