History,CuriositiesJUN 21, 2026

"Ancient Macedonian Gold": 71 Authentic Historical Finds That Might Feel Like Time Travel

When you want to see a piece of history, you go to a museum. But what if there are no museums nearby or a ticket is just too expensive for you right now? You might get your fix of history and art online, then, with a little help from pages dedicated to historical photography, artifacts, and other authentic memorabilia.

The X page “Art Encyclopedia” is all about that — “art inspired videos and photos from all around the world,” according to their bio. So, Bored Panda has prepared a selection of the most fascinating finds the page has in its archives to satisfy your inner history enthusiast. Scroll down and see iconic buildings from unusual angles, unique artifacts, and rare historical photographs you won’t see in any textbook!

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#41 The Sphinx, Giza, Egypt, Circa 1849

#42 Wahei Workshop, Bear Netsuke, 19th Century

#43 Antique Early 19th C. French Perfume Or Scent Caddy, Mother Of Pearl, 1852-1870

#44 Codex Rotundus (Flanders, C.1480), Held By Dombibliothek Hildesheim, Germany

#45 Man In Chicken Suit, Late 19th Century

#46 Ainu People With Bear, Japan, Early 20th Century

#47 Italian Venetian Grotto (19th Cent.) Silver Gilt Settee With Triple Seashell Seat And Dolphin & Seahorse Motif (Att: Pauly Et Cie, Venice)

#48 Crystal Ewer With Lizard-Shaped Handle, Qing Dynasty (1644–1911), 18th Century

#49 A Pair Of Victorian Reverse Painted Crystal Intaglio Earrings, 1870

#50 Kitten With Rabbit Friends In Lynn, Massachusetts, CA. 1930

#51 During An Expedition Of The South Pole, A Dog Enjoys The Gramophone, 1911

#52 A Pictograph At Barrier Canyon In The Central Utah Desert, Depicting An Anthropomorph With Bug Eyes And Antennae. 2000 Bce-500 Ce, United States Of America

#53 Sampler - Late 19th Century, Iran

#54 Maybelline Mascara, 1917

#55 Dragon Standing On Clouds Netsuke, Japan, 19th Century. The Los Angeles County Museum Of Art

#56 Box Drum, Tlingit, 1850-1900, The National Museum Of The American Indian

#57 Gold Cochon Purse - Paul Frey For Lacloche Freres, Circa 1900

#58 Tower Of Toghrul, Rey, Northern Iran, Circa 1860s

#59 Tughra (Official Signature) Of Sultan Suleiman. Istanbul, Turkey. C. 1555-1560. Ink, Opaque Watercolor, And Gold On Paper

#60 Japanese Book Cover, 1913

Poll Question

Which type of historical artifact from the article fascinates you the most?

Poll Question

Which type of historical artifact from the article fascinates you the most?