Picasso: printmaker - British Museum
2024年11月7日 · In addition to his many paintings, sculptures and drawings, the Málaga-born artist made over 2,400 prints during his career. From his early years as an artist in Paris to his old age in the South of France, printmaking offered Picasso the opportunity to develop ideas, tell stories and embark on new creative adventures.
British Museum
Whether you explore the galleries or the new Silk Roads exhibition, start your weekend at the British Museum with late opening this Friday.
Explore the Rosetta Stone - British Museum
That object was the Rosetta Stone, perhaps the most famous piece of rock in the world. This fragment of an ancient stela (an inscribed slab) became the key that unlocked the mysterious hieroglyphic script of ancient Egypt.
Collection - British Museum
Collection online allows access to almost four and a half million objects in more than two million records. High definition images can be enlarged and examined in detail which will enable you to view the incredible workmanship on the Royal Game of Ur, or the intricate carving on this African hunting horn – just a few of the thousands of highlights to discover.
Visit - British Museum
Book your free ticket for Museum entry in advance to receive key information and updates before your visit and priority entry during busy periods.In our galleries come face-to-face with objects from the Sutton Hoo ship burial, explore the wonderful collection of the Islamic world and learn more about Egyptian mummies.Please see the list of available galleries to visit.
British Museum from home
While we're temporarily closed, explore the Museum online. We're open and look forward to welcoming you back. For the latest updates about booking tickets and what's happening at the Museum, sign up to our newsletter. You can continue to enjoy the British Museum at home.
Exploring the Silk Roads - British Museum
In search of ancient cultures. From the late 19th century, after hearing of the discovery of artefacts and manuscripts by locals, British, French, German, Japanese, Russian and, later, American archaeological expeditions journeyed to ancient ruined cities in the desert of northwest China.
Silk Roads - British Museum
2024年9月26日 · Prices may vary. Some prices include a small donation. By adding this small donation you can turn any eligible tickets into Donation Tickets, and if you choose to also Gift Aid your tickets, we can claim 25% extra on the whole price of your ticket from the government, if you are a UK taxpayer.
14 things not to miss at the British Museum
2020年8月24日 · This spectacular ancient Greek bowl and stand were made to hold wine mixed with water for a feast. They were made in Athens in around 580 BC. The vessel takes its name from the artist who made it – it is inscribed with the words 'Sophilos made me'.
An introduction to the Parthenon and its sculptures
2018年1月11日 · The temple was richly decorated with sculptures, designed by the famous artist Pheidias, which took until 432 BC to complete. The pediments and metopes illustrate episodes from Greek myth, while the frieze represents the people of Athens in a religious procession.