HISTORICAL ARTIFACTS

A deeper understanding of our past is possible through historical artifacts and ephemera, which have shaped our history and continue to influence our future. Most of the documents and artifacts in our collection date back to our nation's founding, with a few rare items from prehistoric times.

What is an Artifact?

An artifact is a term used to describe any item that humans shape or make. It encompasses many things, from tools to works of art. In the field of archaeology, the term artifact has a specific meaning. It refers to any object discovered due to archaeological work with cultural significance or historical interest.

In archaeology, the general term used for any object of historical, cultural, or archaeological significance is called an "artifact." However, in museums, these objects are usually referred to as "objects," while in the realm of art history, a more specific term, like "carving" or "artwork," is used to describe them. Depending on the context, different terms may refer to the same object or when discussing specific groups of similar objects. In Unixploria, we use both "artifact" and "object" interchangeably to refer to these essential historical and cultural items.

Artifacts, ecofacts, and features are often found together at archaeological sites. Artifacts can take many forms and exist in different contexts depending on the processes they have undergone. To provide information about artifacts, various analyses are conducted through scientific archaeology.

TEXTUAL ARTIFACTS

Collecting and analyzing texts and artifacts produced and used by members can foster an understanding of a culture, social setting, or phenomenon.

Texts can take various forms and adhere to specific norms. They can also be considered cultural artifacts with artistic value. The Unixplorian logotypes and emblems below are examples of such texts that belong to a particular culture with shared norms. Therefore, a "text" can be seen as an utterance that skilled individuals in a specific cultural context assign a particular artistic value to, such as an expression of Unixplorian culture.

Imperium Universalis - Great Seal

Imperium Universalis first came about in the early 1990s. It started as a game among a few close friends but soon leaped forward when our current king decided to take it a step further. The idea was to create a nation of polymaths. A country where curiosity flourished, and the highest goal of every citizen was to learn and grow.

Academia Homo Universalis

Academia Homo Universalis was a precursor to Academia Unixploria, but in a way, perhaps, more an idea we should strive for. The idea, rooted in the renaissance ideal, continues in Project Polymath.

Academia Athletica Homo

Academia Athletica Homo was a branch of physical education in our humble beginnings. We encouraged people to exercise to be fit and become polymaths in the true sense of the word, a jack of all trades with a sound mind and a good body. This logo was drafted on a desktop computer in 1992 and printed years later. Homo Duplicus was the ideal man all citizens should strive for.

Samlarlyckan Universalis

Samlarlyckan (Collector's Joy) was a precursor to what would later become Collectioseum. It started as the king's pet project. He has always been an avid collector and began to write about his collections on a blog in 1996. The blog and the king's ambitions for creating a national museum grew.

Slucla

The first logotype proposal would become a much-used symbol for Samlarlyckan's classification department.

Samlarlyckan Classifiction

A label to be used on the various artifacts in Samlarlyckan's collections. The specific Slucla-number on each object was assigned according to a classification system still used at Collectioseum today.

Samlarlyckan Insamling

In Imperium Universalis's days, we had highflying plans to fund expeditions to collect new artifacts for our national museum. Some expeditions were indeed successful, and some items collected back then are part of our heritage collection at Collectioseum. Samlarlyckan was, as mentioned, the precursor to Collectioseum.

Samlarlyckan Classification

Another proposal is for a logotype to be used for Samlarlyckan's department for classification.

Economica

When our king toiled with the idea of founding a new nation, he took great pride in financial control. He found inspiration from the national central banks worldwide and wanted to create something similar regarding Imperium Universalis. The idea resulted in a new currency called Vitten, which we use today's money in the Kingdom of Unixploria.

Kaendarium Homo Duplicus

Another design of a logo for planning and organising your personal life.

Kalendarium Universalis

A logo used for all official documents concerning state calendars.

IU Plan

A logo is used on all documents regarding planning and organising the government's daily work.

Vita Realistica

Vita Realistica was a project that encouraged Imperium Universalis citizens to take better care of their bodies, emphasizing nutritional advice. The state even offered free pamphlets for the most common diseases (e.g., Diabetes, Asthma, etc.) and ways to improve self-management.

Draft of a Flag

A rough sketch of the flag that would later become the national flag of Imperium Universalis.

Marine Voyager

Sketch of an emblem intended to be used on all boats and marine vessels used by the state of Imperium Universalis.

Mobile Research Center

Proposed design to be used on all official mobile science labs.

Road Explorer

A sketch of a logotype intended to be used on all official cars from the scientific departments of Imperium Universalis.

Snow Scooter

The logo was initially intended to be used on all official snowmobiles.

Terrain Explorer

A symbol to be used on all-terrain vehicles owned and operated by the scientific institutions of Imperium Universalis.

Ex-Libris

A rough draft of a bookplate to be used by Biblioteca Universalis. It was meant to be printed and used in all the books of our national library. Biblioteca Universalis was the precursor to Biblioteca Unixploria.

Library - The Key to Knowledge

A sketch of a poster that was purged from any official use.

Thoughts on Life

Some initial notes on what mentality we should pursue to become more whole as individuals. These scribbled words are the earliest declaration of what would become the essence of the Unixplorian mentality.

Universalistiska Idealister Utopia

The first political party of Imperium Universalis was named Universalistiska Idealister Utopia (Universal Idealist's Utopia). The party attained nine votes in a macronational municipal election held in 1994, far more than we anticipated.

Imperium Universalis - Hierarchical Structure

A hierarchical structure of Imperium Universalis.

Vita Realistica

An emblem was used on all pamphlets and brochures from the healthcare department.

Encyclopedia Cinemania

Logo of an ambitious project initiated by Samlarlyckan, the precursor to Collectioseum. The goal was to create an online database of the film collection and writing genre overviews intended for a wider audience. The project is still ongoing yet somewhat revised.

Encyclopedia Cinemania

A more detailed sketch of Encyclopedia Cinemania.

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