Smithsonian Magazine17h
Ancient Greek and Roman Statues Were Not Only Beautiful, but Also Smelled Nice, Too
But, in reality, ancient Greeks and Romans embraced bold colors, which archaeologists call “polychromy.” Brightly hued paints ...
ZME Science2d
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.
V Magazine3d
Bvlgari Unveils “Myth and Marble: Ancient Roman Sculpture From the Torlonia Collection”
The display, hosted by Blvgari at the Art Institute of Chicago, showcases the largest private collection of Imperial Roman ...
Art Institute showcases ancient Roman sculptures in unprecedented 'Myth and Marble' exhibit
Stunningly and unexpected, virtually all of the selections on view in this exhibition are complete. Co-organized by the Art Institute and Rome-based Torlonia Foundation, it is the first time works ...
Smithsonian Magazine7d
A Stunning Collection of Rarely Seen Ancient Roman Sculptures Is Coming to North America for the First Time
The marbles in the Torlonia Collection have been inaccessible to the public for decades. Now, some of them will be exhibited ...
All That's Interesting on MSN7d
Ancient Roman Gossip Book Makes The Bestseller List 2,000 Years After Its Original Publication
Nearly 2,000 years after the Roman historian Suetonius wrote "The Lives of the Caesars" in the second century C.E., his work ...
Irish Examiner10d
Geography was not the deciding factor when we were picking a school...
When it comes to choosing a school for your kids, all rational thought regarding geographical distance and other ...
La Brújula Verde15d
A Study Reveals That Greek and Roman Statues Were Not Only Painted and Adorned with Textiles and Jewelry but Also Perfumed
A recent study published in the Oxford Journal of Archaeology has revealed a little-explored aspect of ancient art: the use ...
Daily Sabah17d
Side Museum: Rich collection reflecting ancient history in Türkiye
The Side Museum, which underwent restoration work last year under the Ministry of Culture and Tourism, stands out for its rich collection, offering insight into the region’s history through artifacts ...
The Art Newspaper21d
Esteemed private collection of Roman marbles is starting its North American tour
A North American tour of Roman sculptures from the Torlonia Collection ... and restoration with Bulgari’s support includes 120 busts. “Additionally, this year, the foundation is opening ...
A Dynasty of Style: Carla, Alda, and Anna Fendi’s Homes in Rome Were Captured by Oberto Gili for Vogue in 1986
The Fendi sisters—one of Italy’s most famous fashion families—share a special love for the Eternal City. Here, a look at the Roman homes of three of the sisters, all women of high style.
Artnet23d
1,800-Year-Old Mini Portrait of Alexander the Great Turns Up in Surprising Location
The fitting’s dating connects it to the reign of the Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius ... weapons, behavior, and portraits — duly setting off a revival of Alexander-mania. The fitting may be ...