Relief Carving Collection (#13)

Beng Mealea Angkorian Temples, near Siem Reap, Cambodia
Beng Mealea Temple, near Siem Reap, Cambodia. These Angkorian temples have been left in an unrestored state

Beng Mealea Angkorian Temples, near Siem Reap, Cambodia
Carvings of Apsaras (celestial dancers) at Beng Mealea Temple, near Siem Reap, Cambodia. These Angkorian temples have been left in an unrestored state

Beng Mealea Angkorian Temples, near Siem Reap, Cambodia
Relief carving at Beng Mealea Temple, near Siem Reap, Cambodia. These Angkorian temples have been left in an unrestored state

Beng Mealea Angkorian Temples, near Siem Reap, Cambodia
Hydra sculpture, at Beng Mealea Temple, near Siem Reap, Cambodia. These Angkorian temples have been left in an unrestored state

FaAzade of the Edificio de Escuelas Mayores, Salamanca, Spain
A view on the faAzade of the building called Edificio de Escuelas Mayores which is part of the historic buildings of the University of Salamanca, located in Salamanca, Castilla y LeAon, Spain

St James Cathedral
Catedral de Santiago de Compostela

Bayon Temple in Siem Reap, Cambodia
The Bayon is a well-known Khmer temple at Angkor in Cambodia. Built in the late 12th or early 13th century as the official state temple of the Mahayana Buddhist King Jayavarman VII

Angkor Wat stone carvings depicting apsara dancers, Siem Reap, Cambodia
Apsara dancers carved as part of the bas-relief walls at Angkor Wat, Siem Reap, Cambodia

Angkor Wat stone carvings depicting apsara dancers, Siem Reap, Cambodia
Detailed carvings at Angkor Wat depicting apsara dancers, Siem Reap, Cambodia

Bas-Relief carvings at Angkor Wat, Siem Reap, Cambodia
Intricate Bas-Relief carvings at Angkor Wat, Siem Reap, Cambodia

Bayon Temple in Siem Reap, Cambodia
The Bayon is a well-known Khmer temple at Angkor in Cambodia. Built in the late 12th or early 13th century as the official state temple of the Mahayana Buddhist King Jayavarman VII

Hindu temple, Pushkar Rajasthan India

Beautiful Cappadocia
Horizontal image carved rock formations near Goreme village in Cappadocia, Turkey

Outdoor picnic
Horizontal image a picnic area on Ihlara Valley in Cappadocia, Turkey

Carved homes and churches in Cappadocia
Horizontal image carved homes and churches in a cliff on Ihlara Valley in Cappadocia, Turkey

Love Valley Cappadocia
Horizontal image of Love Valley, Cappadocia at sunset. The phallic shaped rock formations that have been naturally formed by erosion of the volcanic rock gived this place the name of Love Valley

Love Valley at sunset
Panoramic view of Love Valley, Cappadocia at sunset. The phallic shaped rock formations that have been naturally formed by erosion of the volcanic rock gived this place the name of Love Valley

Carving of a caravan man and his camel, the Siq, Petra, Jordan
Weathered carving of a caravan man and his camel, the Siq, Petra, Jordan

Engraving Mahabodhi Temple at Bagan Unesco Myanmar
Engraving Mahabodhi Temple at Bagan, UNESCO world heritage place at Myanmar. Asia

Entrance to rock carvings, Baodingshan, China
Statue at the entrance to the Dazu rock carvings, Baodingshan in the municipality of Chongqing. Tourists are dropped off here before walking to the rock carvings

Relief carving in the ancient Egyptian Temple of Edfu, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Relief carving in the ancient Egyptian Temple of Kom Ombo near Aswan, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Doorway, Persepolis, Iran. Relief carving depicting representatives of subject nations bringing gifts to the Persian
RS-274 Doorway, Persepolis, Iran. Relief carving depicting representatives of subject nations bringing gifts to the Persian kings Robyn Stewart contact details: prints@ardea.com tel

Relief carving, Persepolis, Iran. Relief carving depicting a Persian officer
RS-275 Relief carving depicting a Persian officer Persepolis, Iran. Robyn Stewart contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Relief carving on frieze on outside wall of the Buddhist temple, Borobodur (Borobudur), Java, Indonesia

Relief carvings on frieze on outside wall of the Buddhist temple, Borobodur (Borobudur), Java, Indonesia

Gateway, Buddhist stupa, Sanchi, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Madhya Pradesh state, India, Asia

Close-up of gold relief carving of Manjushri, Bodhgaya (Bodh Gaya), Bihar state, India, Asia

Relief carving on the temple at Angkor Wat, Angkor, Siem Reap, Cambodia, Indochina, Asia

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Relief carving is an exquisite art form that has adorned various corners of the world throughout history. From the Sheela-na-Gig on the church wall of Killinaboy in County Clare, Ireland, to the Sunrise with a Buddha Statue in Borobudur, Central Java, Indonesia, these intricate carvings have captivated viewers for centuries. One cannot help but marvel at the mausoleum relief depicting Hercules chaining Cerberus from the second century or admire the grandeur of Qutb Minar in India. The Behistun Inscription in Kermanshah, Iran tells ancient tales through its detailed relief work while images of deities on Kesava Temple's walls transport us to South India. The doorway inside Imperial Palace Citadel Hue Vietnam showcases relief carvings that narrate stories and traditions unique to their culture. Even Roman civilization left its mark with a stunning elephant relief sculpture. Traveling further back in time, we find ourselves standing before the awe-inspiring Relief carving in Egypt's Temple of Kom Ombo near Aswan. Its intricacy and symbolism speak volumes about ancient Egyptian beliefs and customs. In England's Lost Houses by Giles Worsley (1961-2006), we catch a glimpse of The Jezebel chimneypiece at Heath Old Hall Yorkshire—a testament to Britain's rich architectural heritage. Meanwhile, at Pergamon Museum stands a Sol Roman Sun-God chariot relief dating back to 400-370 BC—an artistic representation frozen in time. Lastly, French Renaissance ornaments carved meticulously into stone and wood showcase exceptional craftsmanship from 1898 whose creators remain unknown but appreciated nonetheless. These diverse examples highlight how relief carving transcends borders and eras as it continues to mesmerize us with its beauty and storytelling ability. Whether it be religious devotion or historical narratives etched into stone or wood—relief carving remains an enduring testament to human creativity across continents and centuries.