Èze has been described as an “eagle's nest” because of its location overlooking a high cliff 427 metres (1,401 ft) above sea level on the French Mediterranean. It is so high that the light ochre church within (Notre Dame de l’Assomption built in 1764) can be seen from afar. An Egyptian cross inside the church suggests the village's ancient roots, when the Phoenicians erected a temple there to honour the goddess Isis - [Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/%C3%88ze)

Friedrich Nietzsche stayed in one of the oldest houses of Eze and found inspiration for his third part of "Thus spake Zarathoustra" while climbing to the village by the path. "Many hidden corners and quiets heights in the landscape of Nice were sanctified for me by unforgettable moments" said Frederic Nieztsche in Ecce homo about his first stay on the Riviera from the December 2nd, 1883 to April 20th, 1884 - [Èze Tourism](http://www.eze-tourisme.com/en/decouvrir-visiter-se-divertir-2/visit-eze/eze-seaside/83-uk-son-histoire.html)

Èze Village - France

Imitates the battle sample. Double axes were known in the ancient civilizations of the Mediterranean, and often had a ritual or sacred significance. Consists of a handle and the axe head. Made of steel and shaped as two crescents, located symmetrically about the central axis of the handle. The axe tube goes into a flat tip, consisting of a notched "apple" and rhombic plume. The handle is steel, octagonal, with a knob on the end. The tip has engraving in Arabic (1201-?); both-the axe and the tip-decorated with floral ornament and stylized images of animals. The upper part of the handle is decorated with floral ornament inlaid with silver.


Country: Iran, Caucasus (?)

Time of production: XVIII-XX c.

Material: Steel

Decoration technique: Engraving, silvering

Sizes, cm: 84,5x21,0

Weight, kg: 1.729

Decorative Double-Bladed Battle Axe

Mount Carmel is a coastal mountain range in northern Israel stretching from the Mediterranean Sea towards the southeast. A number of towns are situated there, most notably the city of Haifa, Israel's third largest city, located on the northern and western slopes. The range is a UNESCO biosphere reserve. 

Due to the lush vegetation on the sloped hillside, and many caves on the steeper side, Carmel became the haunt of criminals. In ancient Canaanite culture, high places were frequently considered to be sacred, and Mount Carmel appears to have been no exception.  

In mainstream Jewish, Christian, and Islamic thought, Elijah is associated with the mountain, and he is regarded as having sometimes resided on the mountain.  The Bible's book of 1 Kings 18, records a showdown between Elijah and the prophets of Baal. In that account, the God of Elijah sends fire from heaven to consume a sacrifice of testing, proving which diety is the true and living one.  The event takes place on this mountain.   -Nate Loper

Mount Carmel – North Israel by Mediterranean Sea

Jerusalem is a city in the Middle East, on a plateau in the Judaean Mountains between the Mediterranean and the Dead Sea. It is one of the oldest cities in the world, and is considered holy to the three major Abrahamic religions—Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.  -Nate Loper

Jerusalem, Israel - 3D Terrain Model

This is a 3D model of “The Terme Boxer” attributed to Apollonius, and one of the few surviving bronze statues from the classical era. This muscular man is seated on a stone structure, wearing only boxing attire such as wraps for his hands and penis. The Terme Boxer represents a change in depicting heroic figures, from beautiful unburdened youth to a man beaten down by life yet still looking upwards, signaling changing virtues in the Mediterranean from purity to hardiness.

**Selected Bibliography:** [Hemingway 2013](https://bit.ly/2Uvc5Q1); [_Khan Academy_](https://bit.ly/2UgKD9X)

# Ancient World 3D
This model posting is part of [Ancient World 3D](https://exhibits.ulib.iupui.edu/aw3d/items/show/9), a project that provides curated 3D open access content for Classical Studies. The [original model was posted by Scan the World](http://mmf.io/o/34057). This entry was composed by Andre Rivera (Dr. Elizabeth Thill, advisor, Cheyenne Eversole, curator).

100.IG.11 Terme Boxer

**CAT** Les pintures rupestres de la Roca dels Moros (el Cogul, les Garrigues), a la vall del riu de Set, constitueixen un dels referents més destacats de l’art rupestre de l’arc mediterrani. L’any 1998 van ser incloses a la llista de Patrimoni Mundial de la UNESCO.

**ES** Las pinturas rupestres de la Roca dels Moros (el Cogul, las Garrigues), en el valle del río Set, constituyen uno de los referentes más destacados del arte rupestre del arco mediterráneo. En el año 1998 fueron  incluidas en la lista de Patrimonio Mundial de la UNESCO.

**EN** The cave paintings at La Roca dels Moros (El Cogul, Les Garrigues) in the Set River valley are among the most notable examples of rock art in the Mediterranean Basin. The rock art at La Roca dels Moros was included as World Heritage by UNESCO in 1998.

Model: Lluís González. DG Patrimoni Cultural. Calc: Albert Rubio i Ramon Viñas.

Roca dels Moros del Cogul, pintures rupestres

A Mid-poly asset pack i made for UE5 game About Thieves. I tried to convey the atmosphere and art of the Mediterranean by using the vine motif. In the downloadable files I attach 1.gate / wall 2.bunch of grapes 3. Three types of leaves (leaves have an opacity mask). In terms of width, the asset is designed to work with spaces of approximately 3 metres.

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Mediterranean Metalurgy |UE5| Gate+Ornaments

Modular Weathered Terracotta Roof Section_R2.0 f2

A high-detail, modular roof section featuring weathered clay terracotta tiles. This rectangular architectural asset is designed for easy tiling and integration into larger structures, making it perfect for environment artists and game developers.

Key Features: Style: Realistic, weathered texture with a high-detail surface. Optimization: Low poly construction, ideal for game engines and real-time rendering. Versatility: Modular design allows for seamless placement in architectural scenes. Material: Authentic terracotta clay aesthetic, suitable for Mediterranean, historical, or rustic environments. Perfect for use in building modular houses, villas, or historical dioramas.

Modular Weathered Terracotta Roof_R2.0 f3

This is a high-quality, game-ready 3D character model of Almustafa, the protagonist of Kahlil Gibran’s timeless masterpiece, The Prophet.
Designed with an "Ancient Orphalese" aesthetic, this model blends Mediterranean influences with a monk-like silhouette to create an aura of peace and wisdom.
Model Details:
Aesthetic: Wise elderly features, calm demeanor, and simple flowing robes.
Style: Stylized realism with a focus on soft lighting and organic textures.
Perfect for: RPGs, cinematic storytelling, historical/spiritual simulations, or as a quest-giver NPC in a fantasy setting.

GA-CHR-090- Almustafa - The Prophet

Almustafa - The Prophet (Layered Robes Variant)

This is an alternative, highly detailed variant of the Almustafa character model, inspired by Kahlil Gibran’s The Prophet. This version emphasizes a more "traveler" or "scholar" aesthetic with multi-layered garments and cultural textures.

Model Highlights:
Costume Design: Features a two-tone ensemble with a dusty blue-grey outer cloak layered over a cream-colored inner tunic.
Intricate Details: Includes a decorative, patterned embroidery hem on the lower robe, adding a touch of Mediterranean/Levantine craftsmanship.
Ideal for: Story-driven RPGs, historical dramas, or as a central mentor/philosopher figure in a fantasy world.

GA-CHR-089 - Almustafa - The Prophet

3D scan of the calcium carbonate skeleton of a stony coral (*Coeloria lamellina*). This coral was collected during the Austro-Hungarian deep-sea expeditions of 1890–1898. Onboard of the SMS Pola scientists conducted the first comprehensive oceanographic and biological studies of the Mediterranean and Red Seas. 

This specimen is currently not on display. 

**Species**: *Coeloria lamellina* Ehrenberg, 1834

**Inventory number**: NHMW-ZOO-EV-0008033

**Origin**: Pola expedition, Jeddah, Red Sea

**Collection**: Natural History Museum Vienna, 3rd Zoological Dept., Evertebrata varia Coll. (curator: Pedro R. Frade)

Find out more about the NHMW [here](http://www.nhm.at/en).

Scanned & edited by M. Preslmayr and A. Haider (NHMW)

Scanner: Artec Space Spider

Contribution to the digitization project „Einsichten in die gesellschaftspolitische Dimension des NHMW über die Jahrhunderte von der Prägung des Wissenschafts-Verständnisses bis zum Nationalpark in der Lobau“ funded by the [BMWKMS](https://bmwkms.gv.at/).

Coeloria lamellina (NHMW-ZOO-EV-0015176)

Azov (Russian: Азов; Russian pre-reform: Азовъ) was a 74-gun ship of the line of the Imperial Russian Navy. Azov was built in 1826 to compensate the losses of the disastrous 1824 Saint Petersburg flood. In the same year Azov, commanded by Mikhail Lazarev, became the flagship of Admiral Login Geiden's First Mediterranean Squadron and sailed to the Aegean on a joint English-French-Russian peacekeeping mission. On October 20 [O.S. October 8] 1827 Azov spearheaded the Russian squadron in the Battle of Navarino. She engaged numerous enemy ships and sustained heavy damage.

Russian ship of the line Azov (1826)

For full functionality, we recommend downloading the Original format.The viewer version is intended only for use in the web viewer. In the source file, the following are fully preserved:✔ native scene structure✔ unsimplified materials✔ correct PBR texture maps✔ original object namesIf you intend to use the asset in a production environment, choose the source file.A potted Bougainvillea tree styled in a topiary form with bright pink blossoms. Perfect for Mediterranean style gardens terraces or exterior decoration. The plant features a twisted woody trunk and a spherical flower crown.

Bougainvillea Tree Topiary Style

For complete workflow compatibility, we recommend downloading the source format.The converted file is intended exclusively for browser preview. In the source file, the following are fully preserved:✔ full scene structure✔ complete materials without reduction✔ accurate texture maps✔ original object namesIf you plan to use this model in production, select the source file.Origanum vulgare is a species of flowering plant in the mint family Lamiaceae. It was native to the Mediterranean region but widely naturalised elsewhere in the temperate Northern Hemisphere.

Flowering Oregano

For production-ready use, we recommend downloading the original file.The Converted version is intended exclusively for browser preview. In the Original format, the following are fully preserved:✔ native scene structure✔ unsimplified materials✔ correct PBR texture maps✔ original object namesIf you plan to use this model in production, download the Original format.Carved Stone Fountain Photoscan

Old Mediterranean Carved Stone Fontain

dream mediterranean house  - Importado

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Olive Tree

For production-ready use, we recommend downloading the source format.The viewer version is intended exclusively for browser preview. In the original file, the following are fully preserved:✔ native scene structure✔ unsimplified materials✔ proper texture maps✔ original object namesIf you are going to integrate the model into a project, choose the Original format.Pine Mid poly count it have subdivision and height map.

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