Detail van een bas-reliëf nabij de ruïnes van het paleis van Darius, Persepolis, Perzië Possibly 1925

This photograph, taken by Dutch photographer A.G.A. van Eelde, captures a detail of a bas-relief from the ruins of the Palace of Darius in Persepolis, Persia. The photograph, possibly taken in 1925, shows a procession of figures carved in the stone. The figures, most likely representing dignitaries and officials, are depicted in a stylized fashion, common in ancient Persian art. These bas-reliefs are a testament to the grandeur and artistry of the Achaemenid Empire, offering a glimpse into the lives and beliefs of its people.