The Egyptian blue lotus sold online isn't what you think. The real story behind this mythical plant is much more interesting ...

The blue lotus, a captivating water lily entwined with Egyptian mythology, has long dazzled archaeologists and historians.

An analysis of 26 paint pigments found in Pompeii reveals the remarkable skill of artisan skill at mixing natural and ...

A new book by the artist Dorothy Cross tells the remarkable story of Cecil, UCC’s Egyptian mummy, and his return home ...

From ancient Roman structures under homes to Viking jewelry in a wetland, here are some of the latest archaeological ...

The creative renovation of this period home in Melbourne cleverly references both the Scandi and Middle Eastern roots of its ...

Writer, photographer and color field painter Peggy Hinaekian is 89 years old and shows no signs of slowing down. In fact the ...

Unused paints are generally rare finds for archaeologists — but not at Pompeii. Take a look at “almost the entire palette of ...

Lakes are a fundamental component of terrestrial ecosystems. They not only serve as habitats for countless aquatic and terrestrial species but also play a key role in climate regulation and the supply ...

Notable results include the identification of the first known use of a new gray color in Pompeian art. The presence of barite ...

Liam McEvoy, a fourth-year UC Berkeley student majoring in anthropology and minoring in Egyptology, has spent much of his ...

These materials showcase many aspects, like how artisans garnered the colors they needed in yesteryears and the items that ...