Indus Valley‚ 25th century BCE
The Mohenjo-daro dancing girl is one of the earliest existing representations of a young female in human history.
Egypt, 12th Dynasty BCE
Although most cultures across North Africa painted their eyes, the black outline around an almond eye has become a trademark image of the Egyptians.
Greece‚ late 4th century BCE
Women and children in Ancient Greece were the property of their fathers or husbands. They had very few rights or means to look after themselves outside of the family structure.
Roman Italy‚ early 2nd century CE
Games are a huge part of childhood. Some teach valuable skills that are put into use in the world of grown ups.
Roman Egypt‚ early 3rd century
From the Roman occupation of Egypt survives a unique collection of portraits that provide unparalleled insight into individuals of that period.
China‚ late 12th century
Young girls are quite often shown as servants in the midst of serving their master, but this one is a Cizhou glazed ceramic stoneware, one of many known reclining child pillows.