Mask from Nahal Hemar, Nahal Hemar Cave, Judean Desert. Made from Dolomitic limestone, asphalt, and pigments. At over 9,000 years old it is considered to be one of the most ancient human portraits.

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Photo credit: © World History Archive / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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