Khanyo_Digitized Artifacts
Image of Verica, Regini-Atrebates Coin (Quarter Stater):
This image shows a digitized replica of an ancient coin, specifically a quarter stater attributed to Verica, ruler of the Regini-Atrebates in Britain around 10-40 AD. The coin features intricate designs, and the labeling indicates it is "Not Genuine," suggesting it might be a replica or a reproduction. The original artifact of such a coin would have been a small, valuable gold coin used during the Iron Age in Britain, bearing historical significance in early British tribal societies. The original would have been handcrafted and circulated as currency in the early first century AD.
The Perfectly Good Cynic’s Calendar (1908):
This image includes two versions of The Perfectly Good Cynic's Calendar, a satirical book originally published in 1908, authored by Ethel Watts Mumford Grant, Addison Mizner, and Oliver Herford. The left image shows a modern reprint cover, part of the Kessinger Legacy Reprints, highlighting its historical preservation. The right image displays the original cover design with a more elaborate and artistic illustration typical of early 20th-century book art. The original would have featured delicate printing techniques on high-quality paper, crafted to convey a sense of humor and cynicism through witty text and possibly playful illustrations inside.
3-D print of Vase
The image collage illustrates the digital reconstruction process of an ancient artifact, likely a bronze or ceramic vessel from archaeology. The top row showcases various 3D modeling stages, including a wireframe view, texture mapping, and progressively refined renders that simulate a polished finish, providing insight into the vessel's original appearance. The bottom left features photos of the actual, weathered artifact, displaying typical green oxidation for bronze. On the bottom right, a fully rendered 3D model of the vessel highlights surface details, with one version reflecting realistic color and corrosion, while the other presents a plain 3D mesh for shape analysis.
