What did ancient Roman artists use to paint Pompeii? New study offers a glimpse
Unused paints are generally rare finds for archaeologists — but not at Pompeii. Take a look at “almost the entire palette of an ancient painter.” ...
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The Smell of Gods: Ancient Greek and Roman Statues Were Once Not Only Painted But Also Perfumed
For centuries, the stark white marble statues of ancient Greece and Rome have stood as timeless symbols of classical beauty.
Smithsonian Magazine13h
Archaeologists Discover Mosaics of Two Fighting Cupids and a Mysterious Inscription at an Ancient Greek City Hall
New research is shedding light on the bouleuterion building that once stood in the ancient city of Teos, located in ...
Ancient statues were colorful — and perfumed
The myth that the statues of ancient Greece and Rome were white was created over time and upheld in part to serve racist ...
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The Warrior’s Path: Phakdey Tep brings ancient combat to Port Moresby
From the bustling streets of Phnom Penh Cambodia to the humid air of Port Moresby, Phakdey Tep, a Cambodian-born French ...
‘Ai Weiwei’s Turandot,’ Behind-the-Scenes Look at His Radical Opera Production, Lands Sales Deal With Rise and Shine (EXCLUSIVE)
It features interviews with key players in Ai’s adaptation of “Turandot” including longtime friend, choreographer Chiang ...
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Cambodian Martial Art takes root in Port Moresby
Phakdey Tep, a Cambodian-born French national, is spearheading the introduction of Kun Khmer, the ancient Cambodian martial ...
Greek Reporter19h
The Most Famous Statues of Aphrodite, Goddess of Beauty
Across history, the goddess Aphrodite has remained a prominent figure of beauty and love, and many statues have been built in ...
Gen Z reinterprets historical figures in digital era
Young people in China are seeking inspiration from historical figures. Through AI-generated art, short videos, and social media discussions, ancient wisdom and modern-daily life are being bridged in ...
Greek City Times5h
Antikythera Wreck and Minoan Art Take Center Stage
Antikythera Shipwreck treasures reunite at Greece’s National Archaeological Museum with Minoan exhibits in a major expansion.
The museums you visit in the UK, from contemporary art galleries to local history exhibitions
While London boasts some of the most famous museums and art galleries in the world, the rest of the UK is blessed with so ...